Get Out: Book Sale, Canning Lessons, Pet Parade and More

41st ANNUAL OAK PARK BOOK SALE
When/Where: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at , 201 N. Scoville Ave. in Oak Park.
Why Go: You're a book lover looking for a bargain on tens of thousands of books, and you're looking to donate money to a good cause in the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library.
Price: $5 on Fridays; Free on Saturday.

POOL SPORTS & GAMES NIGHT
When/Where: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday at , 415 Lake St. in Oak Park
Why Go: For ages 9-14, enjoy a night of pool games like volleyball, basketball, water polo, big splash challenge, balloon toss and relay races. Free pizza and refreshments.
Price: $9 per person or $5 with pool pass.

EFFORTLESS EATER, KIDS EDITION
When/Where: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at , 7900 Division St. in River Forest.
Why Go: Meijer Healthy Living Advisor Maribel Alchin will be cooking Wraps with kids (ages 4-6 yrs. old) and showing parents how to whip up delicious Berry Parfaits. There will be snacks, recipes, coupons, flyers, etc. for all participants.
Price: Free

PET PARADE & ADOPTION EVENT
When/Where: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at , 1105 S. Maple Ave. in Oak Park.
Why Go: Bring your favorite pet and march from Maple Park, past the Animal Care League and back to Maple Park. Proceeds benefit the .
Price: Registration is $20. More here

TOMATO CANNING CLASS
When/Where: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at , 640 S. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park
Why Go: "Tomatoes that tickle the tonsils and taste buds could be yours year round if you can and save them for those blustery below zero days this winter," . "Whether you pick them from the vine in your own backyard or snap them up at the farmer's market, Roberta Muehlhaus will demonstrate the proper canning techniques to savor this deliciousness year round."
Price: $25