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3 Carson. Marquee Movie Presentations will give a behind-the-scenes look at The Tonight Show. More info at www. nileslibrary.org.

August 31 Aging Parent Fair. 5-7 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. This session is intended for adult children seeking help, support and resources for their aging loved ones. For more information, call 630834-8366. Village Concert Series – Furnaniak Polka (Tony Blazonzzyk). 7:30 p.m. at the Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road.

September 1 Promenade Farmers Market. 4-9 p.m. on Sandburg Way at the Promenade Bolingbrook, 631 E. Boughton Road.

August 30 Plainfield Cruise Night. 5 to 9 p.m. in downtown Plainfield. For more information, visit www. plainfieldchamber.com/plainfieldcruise-night. 125th Anniversary: Jackie Kennedy & the Aesthetics of Style. 7 p.m. at Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss. Dr. Michelle Paluch-Mishur examines Jacqueline Kennedy’s impact

on culture in America during her tenure as first lady. Paluch-Mishur illuminates the interrelationship between Jackie’s style, grace and poise and her interests in fashion, art and other subjects. Here’s Johnny – Carson the Magnificent. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St. Presentation of movie clips and hilarious anecdotes celebrating the king of late night comedy, Johnny

JJC Summer Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. at the Joliet Junior College Greenhouse Facility, 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet.

September 2 Summer Nights Classic Car Show. 6-9 p.m. in downtown Downers Grove. All classic cars are welcome on Main Street from Maple to Franklin; Featured Cars park on Curtiss Street. Featured Vehicle (must be pre-1985): Pony Cars and the 2016 Trophy Winners. Live

Entertainment: The Hunnymooners. For a full schedule of the classic car show, visit www.downtowndg.org. Cruisin’ Park Ridge. 6-9 p.m. in Central parking lot next to the Park Ridge Library, and on Summit Avenue between Prospect and Touhy.

September 3 Plainfield Farmers Market. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Corner of Fort Beggs and The Plainfield Plaza. Rain or shine. Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Fresh produce, breads, flowers and other wares. For more info, call Indian Boundary YMCA at 630-9688400. Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue).

September 7 Downtown Joliet Farmers Market. 4-9 p.m. on Chicago Street in downtown Joliet. New vendors, live music, food and drink, handmade crafts and more. Village Concert Series – Joe Cox. 7:30 p.m. at the Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road.

4 September 8 Fall Wrap Up. 6:30 p.m. at Plainfield Township, 22525 W. Lockport St., Plainfield. Nancy Kuhjada will give tips to make preparations easy and simple and get the most out of your garden. Righteous Hillbillies. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and performers take the stage at 7:30 p.m. At Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 N. Ottawa St. $8 for students with valid ID and museum members or $10 for general public. Promenade Farmers Market. 4-8 p.m. on Sandburg Way at the Promenade Bolingbrook, 631 E. Boughton Road. JJC Summer Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. at the Joliet Junior College Greenhouse Facility, 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet. Rockin’ the Ville – 97 Nine. 7-9 p.m. at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville.

September 10 Plainfield Farmers Market. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Corner of Fort Beggs and The Plainfield Plaza. Rain or shine. LockRocks Free Concert Series. 7 p.m. at Dellwood Park, State and Woods Drive, Lockport. Beer garden and food available. More info at www. lockportpark.org.

Fall Community Garage Sale. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the village of Romeoville. For more info, call 815-886-6222. Outdoor Flea Market. 9 a.m. at Hummer Park, 4833 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Outdoor market feature more than 100 vendors. Crafts, antiques, baby clothes, collectibles, and more. More info at www.dgparks.org. Kiwanis Car and Motorcycle Show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of Cozzi Corner, 75th Street and Lemont Road, Downers Grove. $15 entry fee. More info at www.dgkiwanis.org/carshow. Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Fresh produce, breads, flowers and other wares. Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue).

September 11 This Olde Housewalk. Visit several houses in Joliet’s historic Cathedral Neighborhood. More info at www. capajoliet.net. Bolingbrook Pathways Parade. Parade kicks off at 2 p.m. at Bolingbrook High School, 365 Raider Way.

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Community Day of Play Park Party. 6-8 p.m. at Boucher Prairie Park, 1649 Richfield Park, Romeoville. Fun evening of music, games, hot dogs, moon jumps and excitement.

Founder’s Day Parade. Parade kicks off at 2 p.m. at Newland Avenue and Belmont Drive in Romeoville.

September 21 Downtown Joliet Farmers Market. 4-9 p.m. on Chicago Street in downtown Joliet. New vendors, live music, food and drink, handmade crafts and more.

September 14 Race Fan Rally. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Joliet City Center Partnership. Village Concert Series – 7th Heaven. 7:30 p.m. at the Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road.

September 22 Westmont High School Homecoming Parade. All Day in downtown Westmont, Cass Avenue from Norfolk to Burlington.

September 15 Promenade Farmers Market. 4-8 p.m. on Sandburg Way at the Promenade Bolingbrook, 631 E. Boughton Road. JJC Summer Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. at the Joliet Junior College Greenhouse Facility, 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet.

September 16- 18 Fall Fest. 6-11 p.m.; noon to 11 p.m.; noon to 7 p.m. at Lake Park, 2200 Lee St., Desplaines. Free Admission. Free Parking. Free Concerts. More info at www.fallfestdesplaines.com.

September 17 & -1 8 Downtown Downers Grove Oktoberfest. Main Street and Burlington Avenue in downtown Downers Grove. Live bands, Kids

September 23 Zone featuring family fun for all ages, face painting, dunk tank, authentic Oktoberfest food and beverages in a traditional German atmosphere. More info at www.58foundation.org/ oktoberfest.

September 17 Plainfield Farmers Market. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Corner of Fort Beggs and The Plainfield Plaza. Rain or shine. Hot Cider Hike. 6-7 p.m. at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook. All ages welcome.

Enjoy a hike through the woods and immerse yourself in nature. Then, warm up by the fire with some hot cider. Dress for the weather. Fee: $7; $4 residents. Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Fresh produce, breads, flowers and other wares. Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue).

Glow & Go 5K. 7 p.m. at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville. Cost: $25 per person pre-register, $30 day of registration. More info at www. romeoville.org/glow.

September 24 Plainfield Farmers Market. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Corner of Fort Beggs and The Plainfield Plaza. Rain or shine. Science Day. Noon to 4 p.m. at Pelican Harbor Indoor Aquatic Park, 200 S. Lindsey Lane, Bolingbrook. Day of fun, water-themed experiments and science activities. All ages. Experiments will take place every hour.

8 October 7 Art Institute Presentation – A Potter, a Sculptor, a Surrealist. 10-11 a.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Program highlights three absolutely fascinating female artists: a potter who almost single-handedly created a source of income for her pueblo, a Chicago artist with a wicked sense of humor and a sculptor who was sure that her art could foster social change. More info at www.dgparks.org.

October 8- 9 Field’ Fall fest. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Fields on Canton Farm, 1850 Canton Farm Road, Crest Hill. More info at www.fieldsnursery. com.

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Magic Day. At Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. More info at www.golfmill.com.

Brown Bag Bingo. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Social hour/lunch at 11:30 a.m.; bingo starts at 12:30 p.m. It’s a Bingo bonanza on the last Wednesday of each month. Get the party started early by bringing a lunch and eating with the group. Co-sponsored by the Jr. Woman’s Club of Downers Grove. More info at www.dgparks.org.

September 25 Joliet Regional Airport Festival. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Joliet Regional Airport, 4000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Free admission. Activity fees apply. Plane rides and displays, classic car show, children’s activities, food vendors, and more. More info at 815-741-7267. Awesome Apples. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook. All ages welcome. Experience the taste of fresh, crisp apple cider. Participants will use an apple press to help make cider and learn about the history of apple cider cultivation and cider making. An apple game and craft is included. Fee: $7; $4/ residents. Indian Summer Festival. Noon to 5 p.m. at Castaldo Park in Woodridge. Take a hayride to Castaldo Park to enjoy family and children activities. Concessions will be available for sale. Bring clothes to make your own scarecrow at the 18th annual Build Your Own Scarecrow. Hay will be provided. More info at www.woodridgeparks.org. Brew, Blues & BBQ. 2-10 p.m. at Hodges Park in Park Ridge. Attention craft beer aficionados! Taste the micro brews of the area’s most skilled brew masters, enjoy tasty food from local vendors and food trucks, and listen to live music. Sample ales, lagers, and stouts from several area breweries. More info at www.prparks.org.

September 29 Classic Car Cruise Night. At Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. More info at www.golfmill.com.

October 1 Plainfield Homecoming Parade. 9 a.m. in downtown Plainfield. More info at www.psd202.org. Changing of the Leaves Fall Festival. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pilcher Park Nature Center, 2501 Highland Park Drive, Joliet. Fall color hikes, children’s crafts, games and fun family activities. Roast marshmallows and enjoy hot chocolate around a campfire. All ages are welcome. Cost is $5 per person. For more information or to register, visit jolietpark.org or call 815-741-7277. Autumn Colors Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Road. There will be 100 booths selling handmade crafts, candles, jewelry, crochet, embroidery, floral arrangements, stamped items, pet accessories, hair bows, Tastefully Simple, Party Lite, Pampered Chef and much more. Admission is free. A bake sale by the Golden Age Club and concessions are also available.

2016 Harvest Festival. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Fishel Park in Downers Grove. Formerly the Chilympics Chili Cook-off, this year the event will include a full day of food, live music, children’s activities, a craft fair, beer garden and more. For a full schedule of activities, visit www. dgparks.org. Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Fresh produce, breads, flowers and other wares. Main Street Cemetery Tour. 2-3 p.m. at the Downers Grove Main Street Cemetery. Explore the historic Main Street Cemetery. Take a guided tour of the graveyard and learn little known facts about the people buried there. Cost: $9 residents/$13 nonresidents. More info at www.dgparks.org. Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue). Race to the Taste 5K. All ages event held at Praries View Community Center, 6834 Dempster St., Morton Grove. For more information or to register early, call 847-965-1200 or visit www. mortongroveparks.com.

October 2 The Last Straw Fall Event. Noon to 4 p.m. at the Gregg House Museum, 117 S. Linden Ave., Westmont. Bring the whole family and experience bales of fun, including cool crafts and pumpkin decorating. More info at www. westmontparks.org.

15th Annual Postage Stamp Show. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church, 40 S. Houbolt Road, Joliet. October is stamp collecting month. Start a new hobby or renew interest in an old one at this free postage stamp, coin and postcard show. Sponsored by the Naperville Area Stamp Club and Philatelic Club of Will County. Stamps will be available for purchase, along with postal history, first day covers, stamp supplies, philatelic literature, Cinderella’s, ephemera and more. Sip & Salvage Fall Vintage Market and Tasting. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook. Mom and Dad can look around the Fall Vintage Market, while kids play in the natural playground area. Market will include the latest in vintage handmade and local goods, and will include a tasting of fall treats. Cash transactions are preferred at the vintage market. Admission: $2 (kids free). Trapped in a Room with a Zombie. 7-10 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Your apocalyptic planning skills will be put to the test in this exhilarating and interactive experience. Up to 20 brave souls will be locked in a room with a zombie. Solve a number of different mind games, physical challenges and a series of clues, as you attempt to escape. Reserve your spot in advance at www. dgparks.org. Cost: $10/$15. Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Fresh produce, breads, flowers and other wares. Downers Grove South Class of 1976 Reunion. 4-5 p.m. at Q Bar and Grill, 8109 Cass Ave., Darien. Downers Grove South High School: Class of 1976 is seeking classmates. For more info, email name and address to dgs76@aol. com or call 630-204-6116.

9 & Aquatic Complex, 200 S. Lindsey Lane. Show of your Halloween costume or just dress up for fun and come out to the best family party in town. An evening filled with carnival games, prizes, special inflatables, photo booth, magic show and story telling by the Fountaindale Public Library. Cost: $5 at the door.

be transformed into a thrill of scary scenes, complete with ghosts, ghouls, and all sorts of creatures that slither and groan. Afternoon session will be more suitable for children 9 and under and the faint of heart (parental discretion). All participants will be taken to the haunted forest on hayrides. More info at www.woodridgeparks.org.

Parkie’s Pumpkin Patch. 7-8 p.m. at Pelican Harbor Indoor Aquatic Park, 200 S. Lindsey Lane, Bolingbrook. Make this Halloween one to remember by joining Parkie in the Floating Pumpkin Patch. Hunt for your perfect pumpkin from a number of sizes and stay after to decorate. This is immediately following Family Halloween Fun Night. Fee: $10; resident $7.

Haunted History of the Midwest. 2 to 2:45 p.m. at Downers Grove Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Sit back and listen, if you dare, to the entertaining and chilling tales of the historical hauntings of the Midwest. Stories of the S.S. Eastland, Brookfield Zoo, Fort Dearborn Massacre, and John Dillinger (to name just a few) help to guarantee spooky goosebumps, while learning a bit of history at the same time.

Haunted Forest Walk. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woodridge Community Center, 2600 Center Drive. Age: 9 and up or at parent’s discretion. Cost: $8. Hawthorne Hill Woods will be transformed into a thrill of scary scenes, complete with ghosts, ghouls, and all sorts of creatures that slither and groan. All participants will be taken to the haunted forest on hayrides. More info at www.woodridgeparks.org.

Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue).

October 14 To Tell a Tale – Edgar Allen Poe. 11 a.m. to noon. at the Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave. Edgar Allen Poe will retell some of his greatest works. Highlights include “The Raven” and “The Tell Tale Heart.” Sponsored by the Downers Grove Historical Society. More info at www.dgparks.org.

October 15 Hartman Outings at Heap’s Pumpkin Farm. 1-4 p.m. at Hartman Recreation Center, 511 N. Collins St., Joliet. Enjoy a fun filled day with friends at Heap’s Pumpkin Farm. Each participant will be able to pick out their own pumpkin. To register, visit www.jolietpark.org. Spectacular Spiders. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook. All ages. Program includes a slide presentation, craft and fun outdoor activities about Illinois spiders. Fee: $7; $4/residents. 21 & Over Costume Ball. 7-11 p.m. at Friendship Center at HighPoint, 175 Highpoint Drive, Romeoville. More info at www.facebook.com/ friendshipcentreathighpoint.

Downtown Downers Grove Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Fresh produce, breads, flowers and other wares. A Friendly Scarecrow Tale. 4-5 p.m. at Twin Lakes Woods in Westmont. Walk the trail and hear the tale of “The Little Old Lady Who Wasn’t Afraid of Anything.” For more information or to register, call 630-963-5252 or visit www. westmontparks.org. Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue).

October 16 Heart Haven Hustle 5K Run. at The Promenade Bolingbrook. More info at www.hearthavenoutreach.org/ events/5k.

October 21 -22 Suburban Horror Story. 7:30-10:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Spend an evening of terror as the dark halls of the Lincoln Hotel reveal a grisly horror story. Ages 10 and up. Cost: $8 at the door. More info at www.dgparks.org.

October 21 Family Halloween Fun Night. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Bolingbrook Recreation

Monster Bash. 6-8:30 p.m. at Howard Leisure Center, 6676 Howard St., Niles. This special event is perfect for the whole family who want to experience some Halloween fun. Enjoy pizza, games and a Monster good time. Wear your costume and be prepared to move to the music. Fee includes pizza, games, and dancing. All attendees must register at www.niles-parks.org.

October 22 Spooktacular. 11 a.m. in downtown Plainfield. Halloween event in downtown Plainfield. Hosted by the Plainfield Chamber of Commerce. More info at www.plainfieldchamber.com. Halloween Harbor – Hotel Transylvania. Noon to 4:30 p.m. at Pelican Harbor Indoor Aquatic Park, 200 S. Lindsey Lane, Bolingbrook. Get in the Halloween spirit early with games and activities based on some of our favorite monsters and magical characters, followed by a frightful Flick N’ Float viewing of “Hotel Transylvania!” Fall Creepy Crafts. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook. All ages welcome. They Fly! They Crawl! They can be kind of spooky! Come learn about some of our favorite creepy nature friends and make some fun take-home crafts. Fee: $7; $4/residents. Haunted Forest Walk (Afternoon Session) 1-3 p.m. at the Woodridge Community Center, 2600 Center Drive. Cost: $5. Hawthorne Hill Woods will

Main Street Cemetery Tour. 7-8 p.m. at the Downers Grove Main Street Cemetery. Explore the historic Main Street Cemetery. Take a guided tour of the graveyard and learn little known facts about the people buried there. More info at www.dgparks.org. Trick or Treat Trail. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Westmont. Put on your Halloween costumes and head to downtown Westmont Oct. 22, as area businesses offer treats and goodies to costumed guests. The Trick or Treat Trail is hosted by the Westmont Chamber of Commerce and is a great opportunity for children to trick or treat in a safe environment. Haunted Forest – Asylum. 5 to 9 p.m. at Twin Lakes Park in Westmont. Participants will walk for the first part of the tour. Then narrators will tell you the story of the haunted woods as they conduct guided tours on hayracks. Characters, ghouls and creatures will come alive before your very eyes. Merry Monsters Matinee performance from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for younger children. Each tour will last approximately 10 minutes. More info at www.westmontparks.org. Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue). IceLand Scary Skate. 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. at IceLand, 8435 Ballard, Niles. Celebrate Halloween at Iceland with on ice games and prizes. Gift bags to the first 50 children. Costume judging contest with prizes. Halloween Family Fest. 3-6 p.m. at Praries View Community Center, 6834 Dempster St., Morton Grove.An afternoon filled with carnival games, fall crafts, pumpkins, hayrides and a sensory mystery room. More info at www.mortongroveparks.com.

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that special one-of-a-kind gift for a friend or family member. Admission is free.

5K Harvest Hustle. 8 a.m. at Notre Dame College Prep, 7655 W. Dempster, Niles. More info at www.itsracetime. com.

Pumpkin Smash & Bash. 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Centennial Park in Park Ridge. Recycle your pumpkin at the Pumpkin Smash and Bash. Roll your pumpkin down the Centennial Sled Hill in a fun competition that kicks off the event, smash and bash them, then launch them into piles of compost. Go green by helping to clean up the newly smashed pumpkins and learn about composting. Event is free, but participants must register at www. prparks.org.

OCTOBER 24 CSI: Cemetery Search and Investigation. 7 to 8:45 p.m. at Plainfield Public Library, 15025 S. Illinois St. Curious what those symbols mean on your great-grandfather’s headstone? Interested to know about our ancestors’ mourning customs? Tina will be explaining the details behind these as well as offering suggestions and tips on how to find your ancestor’s burial place and the types of information that may be found.

November 11 Veterans Day Service. 10-11 a.m. at Edward “Doc” McCartan Veterans Memorial, 11 Montrose Drive, Romeoville.

October 26 Trick-or-Treating & Music. 5-7 p.m. at Hodges Park in Park Ridge. Celebrate kid-friendly Halloween fun with the Park Ridge Park District, Park Ridge Library, Kalo Foundation of Park Ridge and the Park Ridge Civic Orchestra. Wear your costume and trick-or-treat your way around our Halloweenthemed displays in Hodges Park, enjoy games and storytelling from the Park Ridge Library, coloring with the Kalo Foundation and more. This exciting free event concludes with a costume parade to the Pickwick Theatre for the popular Park Ridge Civic Orchestra’s Halloween family concert, “Bones, Mummies and Tomb Raiders.” Halloween Fright. Morton Grove Park District hosts Halloween Home Makeover Contest. Participating homes throughout the village will be judged for curb appeal, creativity, use of theme, place, use of yard and house, and originality. More info at prparks.org.

October 28 Halloween Fest. 6-9 p.m. at Village Park, 900 W. Romeo Road. Romeoville.

October 29 Halloween Treats. 10-11:30 a.m. at Hartman Recreation Center, 511 N. Collins St., Joliet. Spend your morning making yummy Halloween treats. All supplies will be included, just bring your creativity. Ages 5-12. More info at www. jolietpark.org. Spooky Campfire Night. 4-5:30 p.m. at Pilcher Park Nature Center, 2501 Highland Park Drive, Joliet. Spend a spooky, but family-friendly night beneath the stars and towering trees of Pilcher Park. Cozy up to a camp fire while roasting marshmallows and listening to eerie stories told by our naturalists. In case of inclement weather, alternate activities will take place inside. More info at www. jolietpark.org. All Hallows Eve Costume Contest.

1-2 p.m. at the Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave. Enter for the chance to win 1st, 2nd or 3rd place in the All Hallows Eve Costume Contest. All ages, individuals and groups are encouraged to enter. More info at www.dgparks.org. Blodgett House Boo Fest. Noon to 3 p.m. at the Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave. Come to the Downers Grove Museum for a free trick-ortreating event featuring games, crafts and treats. More info at www.dgparks. org. Halloween Parade & Party. 9:30 a.m. at Oak Park, Main Street and Ottawa in Niles. Get your costume ready for the annual Halloween Parade and Party. Join along for a bewitching stroll from Oak Park to Grennan Heights, where there will be ghouly games, ghastly goodies and spooky surprises. Register at www.niles-parks.org. Park Ridge Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot on Prairie and Garden in Park Ridge (just south of Touhy; east of Cumberland Avenue).

October 30 Halloween Family Magic Show. 2-3:30 p.m. at Maine Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley St., Park Ridge. Looking for some fun spooky magic after trick or treating? Magic Randy is performing fun, exciting, and ghoulish magic tricks in this Halloween Family Magic Show. Register at www.prparks.org.

October 31 Hartman Halloween Party. 6-8 p.m. at Hartman Recreation Center, 511 N. Collins St., Joliet. Come dressed in your Halloween costume and get ready to have fun with friends at the annual Hartman Halloween Bash. Party will consist of fun Halloween games, costume contests, snacks and much more.Ages 5-12. More info at www. jolietpark.org.

Halloween Fun Fair. 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Westmont Community Center, 75 E. Richmond St. Calling creepy monsters, ghosts, pirates and fairies to come out and join the nightmare of Halloween. It will be trick or treat fun with lots of laughter as you try your luck at awesome carnival games and earn great prizes along the way. More info at www.westmontparks.org. Halloween Dance. 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Westmont Community Center, 75 E. Richmond St. Junior high school students can come to the WCC on Halloween night to dance, hang out with friends and win prizes in the costume contest. There is no better way to celebrate Halloween. More info at www.westmontparks.org. Trick or Treat at the Library. At Park Ridge Public Library, 20 S. Prospect Ave. Stop in anytime all day to get a special Halloween surprise. Show your costume at each of the public desks to get a treat.

November 4 Alexander Hamilton – Rags to Riches. 10-11 a.m. at the Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave. Born in the Caribbean and then abandoned as a child, learn about this founding father and his ascent to political fame. More info at www.dgparks.org.

November 5 Holiday Craft Fair & Bake. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Mary Immaculate Parish,15629 Route 59, Plainfield. Come find unique holiday gifts, concessions, bake sale and raffle tickets for a chance to win cool items from fabulous crafters. Holiday Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Annerino Community Center, 201 Recreation Drive, Bolingbrook. Start your holiday shopping early and find

November 12 How-To Fair. Free workshops in downtown Plainfield, sponsored by the village of Plainfield, Plainfield Public Library and Plainfield Park District. For more information, visit www. howtofairplainfield.com.

November 16 Thanksgiving Cookie Day. 6-7:30 p.m. at the Howard Leisure Center, 6676 Howard St., Niles. This fun and interactive cookie decorating class will bring out the pastry chef in any child. Children will enjoy designing and decorating a cookie box and six Thanksgiving themed cookies. Register at www.niles-parks.org.

NOVEMBER 19 Fandom Fest: Fantastic Beasts. 2 to 4 p.m. at Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Calling Wizards and No-Majs alike! Come clad in your swankiest glad rags for trivia, games, food and a costume parade.

November 20 The Mystery of the Lost Treasure Box. 12:30 to 2 p.m. at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook. All ages welcome. Learn how to utilize a compass before navigating through a forest in search of a legendary lost pirate treasure box. A surprise awaits for those who find the riches. Fee: $10; $6/residents.

November 30 Brown Bag Bingo. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Social hour/lunch at 11:30 a.m.; bingo starts at 12:30 p.m. It’s a Bingo bonanza on the last Wednesday of each month. Get the party started early by bringing a lunch and eating with the group. Co-sponsored by the Jr. Woman’s Club of Downers Grove. More info at www.dgparks.org.