See What's Happening in Oak Park This Week
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The Week Ahead
Beer and Board Games, Movies and More:The Week Ahead
Looking for things to do this week? Check out these events going on around town.
Click the event name for more details: Chess Open Play Located at the main branch of the Oak Park Public Library, players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to come in for a game of chess. Games start at 5:30 p.m. Chicago on Screen A $10 ticket gets you into the Nineteenth Century Club's Chicago on Screen series. Historian Sarah Marcus views the history of Chicago through television and film, noting how producers of popular culture have depicted the city and its residents. Using a variety of clips from Scarface (1932) and The Blues Brothers (1980) to His New Job (1915) and High Fidelity (2000), this presentation follows the camera’s focus and reflects on lasting impressions created by flashing images on the screen. Watercolor …
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Halloween For Adults Includes Wine at House Red Vinoteca in Forest Park
Fun event tonight at House Red Vinoteca in Forest Park includes wine, DJ and more.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Get Out: Crafts, Brew and Canning
Another weekend, another chance to get out and explore the Oak Park and River Forest area.
Think summer is winding down? This weekend is heating up with great events, no matter your taste. BILL & KATE ISLES When/Where: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday at United Lutheran Church, 409 Greenfield St. in Oak Park. Why Go: Minnesota-based folk act Bill and Kate Isles return to Oak Park for a night of humor and folksy duets. Price: $15 suggested donation FOREST PARK ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND MOVIE IN THE PARK When/Where: Ice cream social begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday; movie begins at dusk outside Park District of Forest Park, 7501 Harrison St. in Forest Park. Why Go: Who says summer is winding down? Make sundaes during an old-fashioned ice cream social, then grab a blanket and enjoy a screening of How to Train Your Dragon. Price: Free 37th ANNUAL…
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Thursday, August 11, 2011
Get Out: Zydeco, Beethoven and French Cabaret
Another weekend, another chance to get out and explore the amazing Oak Park and River Forest area.
Who needs plans? You need plans. And our weekly "Get Out" feature, filled with the top five, handpicked events happening around town, is designed to get you there. ART DANS DA LE RUE When/Where: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday on North Marion Street between Lake Street and North Boulevard. Why Go: Get French and fancy more than 25 local artists from Oak Park Arts District galleries and businesses will line Marion Street to display their works. That’s in addition to live performances from TransenDance, French cabaret singer Claudia Hommel and European ensemble, Steve Gibons. Price: Free C.J. CHENIER & HIS RED HOT LOUISIANA BAND When/Where: 9 p.m. Friday at FitzGerald’s, 6615 W. Roosevelt Road in Berwyn. Why Go: Zydeco music during the dog says …
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Thursday, June 23, 2011
Get Out: Garden Walk, Super Sales and More
Another weekend, another chance to get out and explore our amazing area.
Need weekend plans? Look no further. THE AVENUE SHOPS SIDEWALK SALE When/Where: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, mostly in the 100 block of Oak Park Avenue. Why Go: Merchants like Fly Bird, Divine Consign, Chameleon, Geppetto's Toy Box, Nora's Shoe Shop and many others will bring sales to the sidewalks and offer deep discounts on selected merchandise. Price: Free to roam FRIENDS OF RFL BOOK SALE When/Where: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at Roosevelt Middle School, 7560 Oak Ave. in River Forest. Why Go: Need books? Buy 'em at this annual mega sale, sponsored by Friends of the River Forest Library Price: $5 entry fee Friday and Saturday; $5 for unlimited quantity of books on Sunday FLICK N FLOAT…
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Thursday, June 2, 2011
Get Out: Hot Time, Summer in the Village
Much more happening than Sunday's Oak Park celebration.
For many Oak Parkers, the first Sunday in June means it's time to head over to A Day in Our Village festival, located this year at Scoville Park. So it's probably a good idea to check out everything that's going on — if you live here, you pretty much have to, right? But before heading out to Sunday's cultural festival, consider these handpicked area events, all of which take place before or after the annual celebration: SUMMER READING KICKOFF PARTY When/Where: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at the River Forest Public Library, 735 Lathrop Ave. Why Go: Games, food and more will guide partygoers into the summer reading season, which carries the theme of “One World, Many Stories." All ages. Price: Free FOREST PARK SUMMERFEST When/Where: 5 p.m. to 11 …
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Thursday, May 26, 2011
Get Out: Velvet Jimis, Velvet Rope and More
Another weekend, another chance to get out and explore our amazing area.
Need weekend plans? Look no further.... THURSDAY NIGHT OUT When/Where: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday in Downtown Oak Park. Why Go: Local restaurants and merchants will be out in full force for the weekly summertime series. In addition to restaurant specials, live music is on the agenda: first with jazz artist Marquis from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and "Texas jump blues" from Felix and the Cats from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Price: Free to roam; $12 for "dine-around" tickets; more here. JAZZ IN THE BISTRO When/Where: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday at Marion Street Cheese Market, 100 S. Marion St. Why Go: Sip wine and nosh on gourmet snacks on this rainy Thursday evening while listening to jazz music from the Andy Brown Duo. Price: Free admission; full menu VELVET …
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Thursday, March 31, 2011
Get Out: Gala, Live Music and a Prayers For World Peace
Another weekend, another chance to get out and explore our amazing area.
COMMUNITY CAFE NIGHT AT BLUE MAX When/Where: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday at Blue Max Coffee, 96 Lathrop Ave. in Forest Park. Why Go: On the first Fridays of the month, the kindly folks behind the pastries and house-roasted beans at the popular coffee shop are hosting live music, local art and coffee. Price: Free to attend; see menu for drink prices KINECT AT THE OAK PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY When/Where: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at the Oak Park Public Library Main Branch, 834 Lake St. Why Go: The library purchased a new Kinect system for Xbox, and teens are invited to give it a go. Price: Free A NIGHT FOR OPPORTUNITIES When/Where: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday at the Carleton of Oak Park. Why Go: The River Forest-based Opportunity Knocks relies …
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Grab & Go Kids Planner: Science, Legos and Guacamole
Got kids? Need plans? We're here to help.
Look for our kid-friendly planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box. (And even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!) OCTOPUS CRAFT When: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at the Oak Park Public Library Dole Branch. Why Go: Because, as organizers say, "eight hands are better than two." Participants will make an Octopus pencil holder! It's for ages 4 and up. No registration required. Price: Free SCIENCE AND STORIES When/Where: 2 p.m. Friday at the Oak Park Public Library Main Branch. Why Go: Hands-on science experiments, stories and other "fun sensory activities" for pint-sized scientists. For ages 3 to 5. No registration required. …
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5:46 am on Saturday, December 17, 2011
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