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Little Bear Ribfest This Weekend
Who's ready for some blues, brews and bbq? Ribfest begins tomorrow at Century Park.

Submission by Vernon Hills Park District
Snag your tickets for the Little Bear Ribfest on Friday, August 19 from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. and Saturday, August 20 from 3 p.m. - 11 p.m., located at Century Park 1001 Lakeview Parkway Vernon Hills, IL.
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Six vendors will be selling their delicious ribs at a nominal cost: Big Ed’s BBQ, Real Urban Barbecue, The Full Slab Smokehouse and Bar, Uncle Bub’s, BBQ’d Productions Bar & Grill and Smokin’ T’s Bar-B-Que.
This year’s entertainment showcases local blues artists! Friday night’s entertainment begins with Kevin Purcell & the Nightburners at 7 pm. John Primer & the Real Deal Blues Band take the stage at 9 pm. The Red, White, and Blues Band perform at 6 pm on Saturday night. Chicago Blues Super Session follows at 7 pm and at 9 pm, Mark Hummel & the Golden State/Lone Star Revue take the stage.
Bring your lawn chairs and relax by the lake as you listen to the best Blues music while enjoying delicious ribs and cold beer! There is a $5 entry fee.
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