Heat Advisory and an Equestrian Show—5 Things You Should Know for Friday, July 1

Member's of our nation's military and their families will get a great deal on swimming today. 

For a fun family activity, at no cost, why not test your "roll" with a game of bowling?

Or, see some champion horse-riding during an all-weekend event in Wayne. 

Here are five things you should know today:

1. The National Weather Service has issued a from noon until midnight with temperatures soaring into the 90s. Kane County Health Department Executive Director Paul Kuehnert has asked citizens to "check the welfare of neighbors and friends who may be vulnerable to the heat illness." 

Please view the symptoms and treatment for heat stroke, provided by the Centers of Disease Control by clicking here. 

2. In honor of Independence Day, active members of the United States Military will be admitted free to  and  in St. Charles. Accompanying family members will receive the twilight rate discount; $5 at Otter Cove and $3 at Swanson Pool.

3. Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne will hold an Eventing Derby starting today and running through the weekend. Spectators can enjoy various jumping and endurance events by riders of ranging skill levels, including a Dressage test. 

Lamplight says it's the premier showplace for equestrian skill in the Chicago-land area. Its world-class facilities host the highest-quality horse shows and events, including Pan-AM and Olympic selection trials. 

4. Brunswick bowling centers throughout the area will offer free bowling all weekend. Families can enjoy one free game of bowling per-day from Friday to Sunday.

For more information and to find your nearest Brunswick location, please click here.

5. You may find some good bargains at a  today and tomorrow from 8:30 a.m to 5 p.m. at 1436 Keim Circle in Geneva. 

The sale will feature furniture, toys, clothes, and many household items.