Fall Event Guide 2014

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SEPTEMBER 13 • Lockport Heritage Fest. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 13,

SEPTEMBER 7 • Downers Grove Rock the Block—Free Concert and Picnic. 10 a.m. to 1p.m. at Good

Shepherd Church, 525 63rd St., Downers Grove.

Join Good Shepherd Church for worship, music, food and games for the kids. Koiné will be sharing their unique take on familiar Christian hymns, with plenty of food and fun for the whole family.

See www.GSDG.org and koinemusic.com for more information.

September 13 • Bolingbrook Joyfest. Sept. 13, 1 to 6 p.m. at the

Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center, 375 Briarcliff Road. Free admission. An event for the whole family. For more information, check out www. bolingbrookjoyfest.com.

SEPTEMBER 13 • Westmont Pet Promenade and Picnic in the Park. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ty Warner Park in

Westmont. Celebrate, educate and encourage compassion and awareness between area families and their pets. There will be plenty of vendors with treats, pet toys, pet photos, dog training information, rescue information and much more! There will be demonstrations from the Windy City Flyers, the Chicago Herpetological Society, Dogs and Harmony Nosework and many more. Look for raffles or sign up for a pet award: Best in Show, Best Costume, Largest Pet, Smallest Pet, Most unusual pet. Bring a picnic, bring your pet & enjoy the day.

Heritage Village along path to Lincoln Landing, west of 2nd and State Streets, Lockport. Tours of Heritage Village will be offered as well as free hot dogs and chips at Lincoln Landing. Other activities will be offered as well.

SEPTEMBER 13 • Beecher Goodenow Grove Fall Fest.

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve, Beecher. Pumpkin painting, hayrack rides, 4-H Farm Expo with Live Animals live music, food and country market vendors, wood carver, climbing wall, America’s Children’s Museum on Wheels: StoryBus and numerous children’s activities are all a part of the fun. There will be a vendor area with food and other goodies. Visitors can also explore the natural play areas around Plum Creek Nature Center. Activities take place along paved trails and over natural, uneven terrain.

SEPTEMBER 20 • Plainfield

Autumn Family Fun Fest. Plainfield Park District hosts the fest at Normantown Equestrian Center from 10 a.m. to noon Sept.

27. All are invited to partake in pony rides, face painting, games and crafts. Registration, which is only for children, ends Sept. 22. $15 per child for Residents and $19 per child for Non-Residents.

SEPTEMBER 28 • Woodridge Indian Summer Festival. Noon to 5

p.m. at Castaldo Park, 3024 71st St., Woodridge.

Take a hayride to Castaldo Park from the Community Center to enjoy family and children activities.

Concessions will be available for sale. Bring clothes to make your own scarecrow at the 16th Annual Build Your Own Scarecrow. Hay will be provided. For more information call the Park District at 630-3533300.

OCTOBER 4 • New Lenox Cruise the Creek Bike Ride and Fest. Noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 4, Hickory Creek

Barrens, Schoolhouse Road, north of Route 30/ Lincoln Highway, New Lenox. Pre-registration recommended: ReconnectWithNature.org or 815727-8700. Six-mile bike ride on the Hickory Creek Bikeway and Old Plank Road paved trail and some sidewalks. After the ride, enjoy free family entertainment and activities, including a petting zoo and pumpkin painting. Food will be available for purchase. Check-in for pre-registered riders will begin at 11:30 a.m., and same-day registration will open at noon. This event is open to all ages, but it is recommended for individual riders to be at least 11 years of age. All participants are encouraged to wear a helmet.

Harvest Hoedown. Noon to 4 p.m. Sept.

20, Riverview Farmstead Preserve, Wheatland Township, 815-886-1467. Free for all ages.

Children’s Activities, Education, History, Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Premier Program. Kids farm chore obstacle courses and potato sack races.

Wagon rides and old-time tractors. Petting zoo, craft vendors, tours of the Thomas Clow Farm. Uneven natural terrain and limestone paths.

OCTOBER 11 • Shorewood

OCTOBER 24 • Plainfield

Oktoberfest/Rocktoberfest.

Kiddie Carnival. Children ages 2 to 10 are invited to Frankenstein’s Kiddie Carnival from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 24. Games and prizes are up for grabs, and there will also be a costume contest. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets for games are $.50 each or three for $1. For more information call the Plainfield Park District at 815436-8812.

Saturday, Oct. 11, under the tent in Four Seasons Park. Food by Anabelle’s BBQ (Full German meals, pork chops, bratwurst and more). Full beer and wine menu. Multiple Music acts to be announced. Check EnjoyShorewood.com for line up and times. No cover or admission fee.

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4 OCTOBER 12 • Lockport Pumpkins in the Park. 5 to 7 p.m. Oct.

12, Dellwood Park, Lockport. Come dressed in costume. DJ, games, haunted fun house, pumpkin decorating, ghost hunt. Hot dogs, hot chocolate and s’mores. $8 for residents; $10 on the day of the event. $10 for non-residents. Registration required.

815-838-1183.

spirit by decorating your floats/entries around the Big Top Circus theme. For more information, contact the Romeoville Recreation Department at (815) 886-6222.

OCTOBER 4 • Plainfield Homecoming Parade. The Plainfield

community Homecoming parade begins at 9 a.m.

Oct. 4 in the historic downtown area.

OCTOBER 26 • Downers Grove

OCTOBER 18 • Westmont

Sunday Afternoon Concert— Classical Guitar. 2 to 3:15 p.m. at the

Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Brian Briggs will perform the intimate, expressive sound of the guitar, while discussing the music and composers, too. Refreshments provided. Register to reserve your spot.

OCTOBER 26 • Shorewood Autumn Fest. 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 26,

Shorewood Village Hall. Crafts, activities, hay rack rides, pumpkin carving and the annual Lions Club Costume Party. Free family event sponsored by the Village of Shorewood.

OCTOBER 5 • Westmont Halloween Craft and Storytime.

2 to 3 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Preschoolers are invited to come for some not-so-spooky stories, make a glittery spider web, a light up ghost, and munch on a spooky snack.

Registration is required. Register at westmontlibrary. org.

OCTOBER 12 • Plainfield Great American Fright. Plainfield

Park District presents an exciting, frightening day at Six Flags Great America for “Fright Fest”10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Oct. 12. $70 for residents and $88 for non-residents. Fee includes transportation and admission only.

SEPTEMBER 14 • Bolingbrook Pathways Parade. Sept. 14, 2 p.m.

Route kicks off at Bolingbrook High School.

The theme of the parade this year gives you an opportunity to use your imagination on different ways to show your ideas and have some fun with the theme, Let the Good Times Roll in Bolingbrook.

SEPTEMBER 21 • Romeoville Founder’s Day Parade. Sept. 21, 1 p.m. lineup; 2 p.m. kickoff. Show your Romeoville pride at the annual Founder’s Day Parade. Whether you are watching or participating, you are sure to have a great time. All community organizations, clubs, and businesses are encouraged to participate. Show your

Halloween fun. Enjoy dinner, followed by a spooky firelight Halloween story time that will put you in the mood for the Monsters Ball. Wear your costume and be prepared to move to the music, play games and have a “Monster” good time. Fee includes dinner, story, and dancing. All participants must register for this event. Please note location change. Limited seating, register early. No refunds. Res $15/per person; Non-Res $18/per person.

OCTOBER 17 • Romeoville Fun Frights by Firelight. 7 to 8:30

p.m. Oct. 17, Isle a la Cache Museum, Romeoville.

Registration required: 815-886-1467. Stories, games, and treats. Dress appropriately (with your favorite holiday costume and mask, if you like).

Weather permitting, there is a short walk along a paved surface to the outdoor amphitheater where the program will be held. If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll head indoors in an accessible facility for the festivities.

OCTOBER 17 • Niles Monsters Ball. 6 p.m. Howard Leisure Center, Niles. This special event is perfect for the whole family who want to experience some

Zombie for a Day. 1 to 4 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Ever wonder what you would look like as a zombie?

Come to the library to find out! Circus FX will use special effects makeup to give teens the face of a zombie just in time to visit the area haunted houses.

Registration is required. Register at westmontlibrary. org.

OCTOBER 18-19, 24-25 • Plainfield Village of Screamfield. Oct. 18-19 and 24-25 in the basement of the Plainfield Police Department, 14300 Coil Plus Drive (off 143rd Street, between Route 30 and Van Dyke Road). Full haunts, which are intended to scare, are available 6-10 p.m. Oct. 17-18 and 24-25. The monster-free, family-friendly haunting is planned 2-5 p.m. Oct. 18, 25 and 26. Cost is $10 for the full haunt; $5 for family-friendly. Children ages 6 and younger are admitted free. All proceeds benefit the students and staff of Plainfield School District 202 through the Foundation for Excellence.

OCTOBER 18 • Lockport Haunted Boat Rides. 6 to 8 p.m. Oct.

18, Challenge Fitness Pool, Lockport. Ages 8 and over. Swim trunks and flashlights recommended.

Life jackets will be provided. Fee, $5. 815-8381183.

OCTOBER 23 • Joliet Witches’ Night Out. 4 to 9:30 p.m.

Oct. 23, Jacob Henry Mansion, Joliet. Costume fundraiser by women and for women in the Will County area who need help. Join in on the fun and make a positive difference in another woman’s life. Witch wear is encouraged but not required.

Admission Tickets are $20. Note that alcohol is

served at the event. Valet parking available for $5. www.witchesnightout.com.

OCTOBER 24 • Romeoville Halloween Fest. Oct. 24, 6 to 9 p.m.

Village Park. Join the Romeoville Recreation Department and the Romeoville Area Chamber of Commerce for a spooktacular time! Some of the spine-tingling activities include a trick or treat trail, craft area, moon jumps, and a children’s entertainer.

OCTOBER 24-25 • Woodridge Haunted Forest Walk. 6:30 to 9:30

p.m. on Friday, and 1 to 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Community Center, 2600 Center Drive, Woodridge. 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. The Saturday 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. Parking is available on Carleton Drive, at Village Hall and at the Woodridge Public Library. Drop off/pick-up location is on the west end of the Community Center parking lot. For more information call the Park District at (630)3533300. Age: 9 and up or at parent’s discretion. Fee: $ evening session/$5 afternoon session. Visa and Mastercard are accepted.

OCTOBER 25 • Westmont Haunted Forest Tour. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Twin Lakes Park and Twin Lakes Woods.

Twin Lakes Woods will come alive for one very magical, mystical night! Narrators will tell you the story of the haunted woods as they conduct guided tours on hayrides. See link below for directions.

OCTOBER 25 • Niles Halloween Parade & Party. 10 a.m. Oak Park, Niles. Get your costume ready for the annual Halloween Parade and Party. Join us for a bewitching stroll from Oak Park (Main Street and Ottawa) to Grennan Heights. Once at Grennan Heights there will be ghouly games, ghastly goodies, and spooky surprises! Please register early for this popular event. Registration required. No refunds.

5 OCTOBER 25 • Bolingbrook Howloween Hoopla. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct. 25, Whalon Lake Dog Park, Royce Road, west of Route 53, Naperville/Bolingbrook. No registration required. Bring your beloved companion or if you are in the market for a furry friend, then let the multitude of rescue organizations cater to your doggie needs.

Festivities include a costume contest, prizes, pet vendors, many free pet services including nail clipping, micro-chipping, wellness checks, free giveaways, doggy games, and food vendors. A dog park permit is not required to attend the day’s activities. All ordinances apply and dogs must be leashed. 708-534-8499.

running an ad and putting up signs, we take care of the advertising. Pre-registration is required for this sell-out event. We provide each person registered with a 10’ x 10’ space, one 8’ table, and one chair.

Additional tables and chairs may be rented for $10 per set (one table and one chair) at the event. *Severe weather location will be indoors at Maine Park Leisure Center.

SEPTEMBER 6 • Downers Grove

Haunted Pony Rides. Children ages three and up, as well as parents, are invited to Normantown Equestrian Center for pony rides. Rides last 10 minutes and helmets are provided. All pay $10. To register, visit plainfieldparkdistrict.com or call 815-436-8812.

Outdoor Flea Market. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hummer Park, 4833 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. This popular outdoor market plays host to over 100 vendors from crafts and antiques to baby clothes and collectibles. Vendor registration fees allow a 10x10 space on a first-come, first-served basis beginning May 19 for residents and June 2 for non-residents. Find a map of currently available spaces at the Lincoln Center. Detailed information is mailed to vendors two weeks prior to the event. Rain date is Sept. 13.

OCTOBER 29 • Westmont

September 17 • Westmont

OCTOBER 26 • Plainfield

Discover your Past—Cemeteries. 7

to 8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Genealogist Jeff Bockman will discuss how cemetery records can reveal what really lies below the ground. View photographs of unique tombstones and monuments along with samples of cemetery and funeral home records and obituaries. Registration is required.

Register at westmontlibrary.org.

OCTOBER 31 • Plainfield Halloween Hootenany. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

at the Plainfield Public Library. The Plainfield Public Library presents the Drop-in Halloween Hootenany for children. Kids and parents are invited to come in costume for stories and Halloween themed activities. No registration required.

p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Make a beautiful fall-themed centerpiece with Westmont resident, Paul Elias. Paul will share tips on decorating, bow tying, and how to make your seasonal decorations unique. Registration is required. Register at westmontlibrary.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

SEPTEMBER 20 • Plainfield Arts and Crafts. Plainfield Public Library presents the fourth annual Art, Craft, and Vendor Fair Sept. 20. The event, sponsored by the Friends of the Plainfield Public Library, will have food booths and a full arts and crafts display, as well as face painting and art activities for children.

Festival of Crafts. All are invited to

Outdoor Flea Market. 9 a.m. Oakton Ice Arena, Park Ridge. Clean out your attic, closets, and basement, and rent a space at this popular sale held at the Oakton Ice Arena! Avoid the hassle of

SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER • Bolingbrook

Autumn Colors Craft Show. Oct.

Johansen’s Farm and Children’s Zoo. Open from Sept. 14 through Oct. 31.

4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Romeoville Recreation Center, the 900 W. Romeo Road. There will be 100 booths including, hand crafts, candles, jewelry, crochet, embroidery, floral arrangements, stamped items, pet accessories, hair bows, Tastefully Simple, Party Lite, Pampered Chef and much more. Come early and have breakfast at the Razzler’s Dance Team Pancake Breakfast or stop by the Girl Scout bake sale or the Snack Shack concession stand.

OCTOBER 25 • Plainfield Fall Craft Show. The 16th annual two day craft show benefiting Plainfield high school bands returns Oct. 25 at Plainfield Central High School.

There is a $2 entrance fee for those 18 and older.

travel with the Plainfield Park District to Sandwich and browse the homemade crafts on display from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sept. 25. Those attending will meet at Westfield Mall. Ages 18 and up. $15 for Residents, $20 for Non-residents. The deadline to register is Sept. 12.

Chicagoland’s pumpkin farm and children’s zoo for kids and families - we have all the fun rides and events that make great memories: a bakery with great pies, a petting zoo with friendly animals, rides and mazes for all ages and lots of treats and gifts for everyone. All fun, no fright. For more information, check out http://www.johansenfarms.com.

SEPT. 20–OCT. 26 • Plainfield 14th Annual Keller’s Corn Maze.

9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at the Oswego Farm, 2500 Johnson Road. Admission includes 12-acre corn maze, rope maze, hay wagon ride, animal barn, pedal tractors, kids straw maze, grain boxes, and a kids’ play area with pirate ship, castle, train, tractor, truck and more.

SEPT. 27—OCT. 30 • Homer Glen 2014 Fall Fest. At Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm,

Autumn Centerpiece Craft. 7 to 8

SEPTEMBER 25 • Plainfield

SEPTEMBER 6 • Park Ridge

OCTOBER 4 • Romeoville

September - October • Plainfield Family Farm Stand. Keller’s Plainfield Farm Stand, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday through Oct. 31 at the corner of Routes 30 and 126. The farm stand will be stocked with homegrown pumpkins, Belgium mums, gourds, Indian corn, straw bales, cornstalk bundles, and winter squashes.

SEPT. 13—OCT. 31 • Minooka Heap’s Giant Pumpkin Farm.

4853 US Highway 52, Minooka. 815-4757373. Sept. 13 to Oct. 31, including Columbus Day. Pumpkin Farm hours, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily; Corn Maze, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. $3. (Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Special times for hayrides, moonlight hayrides and Haunted Maze. Visit http://www.heapsgiantpumpkinfarm. com/2013-hours.html.

13341 W. 151st in Homer Glen. Tractor-pulled Hayrack ride, pumpkins, a completely animated Haunted Barn, a giggling animated Fun Barn, the “famous” action-packed Pig Races (running 10 times a day on the 1/2 hour), Petting & Feeding Zoo, The 3 Acre Crazy Corn Maizey and Pony Rides.

The 90’ Mega Fun Slide included with admission. A giant Playground for the kids. This year, every day is free unlimited Kiddie Rides with paid admission. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

SEPT. 22—OCT. 30 • Channahon Dollinger Family Farm. Open Daily, 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m., Sept 22–Oct 30. Free admission and parking. Everyday activities: Gift Shop, Farm Animals and Petting Zoo, Farm Playground, 4-acre Corn Maze. Weekend & Columbus Day Activities: Train Rides, Spooky Barn, Face Painting, Free Entertainment, Food, Horse-Drawn and TractorDrawn Hayrides, Native American Exhibit, Help Save Pets, Kiddie Tractor Pull. Civil War Days, Oct 18-19.

7420 E. Hansel Road, Channahon. 815-467-4698 or 467-6766. www.dollingerfarms.com.

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7 SEPT. 20—NOV. 1 • Crest Hill Siegel’s Cottonwood Farms. Pumpkin

Fest: Open daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sept. 20 – Nov. 1, including Columbus Day. Statesville Haunted Prison, Petting Zoo, Maze, Country Store, Treats. More than 20 attractions included in general admission. Admission Weekday $10 with coupon; Weekends and Columbus Day $12 with coupon (Visit ourpumpkinfarm.com for coupons) per person 3 and older. Everyone 2 and under is free. Additional fee for Pony Rides, Gem Mining, Climbing Wall and Spooky Spiral. 815-741-2693.

17250 S. Weber Road, Crest Hill.

SEPT. 6-OCT. 18 (Saturdays) • Downers Grove Indian Boundary YMCA Downtown Market. 7 a.m. to 12:30

on Saturday morning. After dinner, say hello to the Wildwood critters, borrow a fishing pole and visit the pond, and enjoy a family friendly movie before turning in for the night. Participants are required to bring their own tents and bedding. Fee is per person. Ages 2-10: Class #35997 / $10 R/$18 NR | Ages 11 & up: Class #35465 / $14 R/$20 NR.

SEPTEMBER 6-7 • Lockport World War II Days. 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Sept. 6-7, Dellwood Park, Lockport. Re-enactments of World War II camps, weapons demonstrations, enjoy performances from the Andrews Sisters or watch a baseball game featuring the Rockford Peaches. Listen to authentic sounds of World War II produced by Digity. Join us in our tribute to World War II Veterans and all service members. Free USO Concert featuring the Rock band, The Sempletons, in Dellwood Park’s outdoor band shell sponsored by CITGO. www.lockportwwii.com.

September 6 • Westmont Westmont Police Auction. 8:45 to

p.m. in the South Parking Lot off the Main Street Train Station. For More information, visit www.ymcachicago.org.

10 a.m. at the Westmont Police Department, 500 North Cass Ave. Auction held at rear of building.

Parking on the west side of Library parking lot and at DuPage County Health Dept. Previews at 8:45 a.m. Auction begins at 9 a.m.

SEPTEMBER 13 • Bolingbrook

SEPTEMBER 6 • Plainfield

Farmers Market. 4 to 8 p.m. at The

Promenade, Bolingbrook, near the Village Green.

Thursdays through Sept. 13.

Fall Fishing Derby. People of all ages

are invited to test their fishing skills in Van Horn Woods East, 17200 S. Frontage Road, starting at 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Sept. 6. The derby, ran by the Plainfield Park District, will be separated into three age divisions: 3-5, 6-8, and 9-13. Awards will be given to the winner of each age division. $5 for Residents, $6.50 for non-residents.

SEPTEMBER 6 • Romeoville Community Day of Play. Sept. 6,

SEPTEMBER 5 • Park Ridge Backyard Campout. 5 p.m. Wildwood Nature Center, Park Ridge. Camp out with your family in the Park District’s backyard, outside at the Wildwood Nature Center. Enjoy a campfire dinner and S’mores on Friday night and breakfast

9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Boucher Prairie Park, 1649 Richfield St. in Romeoville. Join the Romeoville Recreation Department and the Friendship Center at Highpoint for the Community Day of Play. Activities include inflatables, Sling Shot Fun, Hockey shootout and much more.

September 6 • Romeoville

SEPTEMBER 14 • Shorewood

Romeoville Fall Community Garage Sale. Sept. 6, 8 a.m. to 4

Amazing Shorewood Bike Race. 1

p.m. Time to clean out the attic, basement and garage and participate in the community garage sale. Register with the Romeoville Recreation Department to be included in a publication of homes participating in the Garage Sale. Contact 815.886.6222 for more information.

p.m. Sept. 14. Race begins at Shorewood’s Country West Park. Mixed Age Teams (containing at least one child between 4-12) and Adults Only teams of 4 compete in challenges, obstacles and a timed race through Shorewood’s Parks and Landmarks.

Pre-registration is required. Free to enter. Go to EnjoyShorewood.com for details and entry forms.

SEPTEMBER 7 • Shorewood

SEPTEMBER 17 • Westmont

Will County Humane Society Garage Society. Sept. 7, noon to 5 p.m.

at the Will County Humane Society, West Seil Road, Shorewood. Get something great for you and your loved ones while supporting a great cause at the Will County Humane Society’s Annual Garage Sale.

SEPTEMBER 11 • Joliet Race Fan Rally. 4 to 10 p.m. Sept.11,

Chicago Street, Downtown Joliet. This yearly NASCAR fan rally celebrates the kickoff to the NASCAR Chase Weekend at Chicagoland Speedway.

Race Fan Rally includes live entertainment on the main stage and other locations as well as food, beer tents, NASCAR driver appearances, simulators, vendors and everything NASCAR related.

SEPTEMBER 13 • Plainfield Skate Contest. Skate enthusiasts are

invited to show off their best skate tricks for a crowd of judges at Northwest Community Park for Jeric’s Skate Contest. The event will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 13. Top scorers from the first run will then skate in a final run. All participants must wear helmets. Registration will start at 11 a.m. Ages eight and up; $5 for residents and non-residents.

September 13 • Downers Grove Movie Magic—Tivoli Tour. 9 a.m. to

noon at the Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Dowers Grove. Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Tivoli Theatre! Learn about the evolution of the theatre over its 86-year history. Registration is not required, simply visit the theatre between 9 a.m. and noon for a tour.

Westmont Stuff a Truck Food Drive. The Westmont Chamber of Commerce and

Tourism Bureau and People’s Resource Center are partnering for a community-wide food drive. There is a big need for hunger relief in Westmont and Westmont Stuff a Truck will be a great way for the community to work together and have fun for a great goal. This project will run through October. For more information, visit www.peoplesrc.org.

SEPTEMBER 18 • Plainfield Plainfield Historical Society Trip to Pontiac. Plainfield Historical

Society will take a step back in time with a day trip to Pontiac Sept. 18. Stops will include the Livingston County War Museum, Route 66 Association Illinois Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Yost Family Queen Anne Style Home to name a few.

SEPTEMBER 20 • Shorewood Fall Fishing Derby. 8 a.m. Sept. 20, Four Seasons Park, Shorewood. Registration 8 a.m.; first hook in the water at 9. Prizes given for most fish caught and biggest fish. Open to children under 12 with parent or guardian present. Free event sponsored by the Village of Shorewood.

September 21 • Hinsdale

20th Annual Rotary Run Charity Classic. Beginning at The Community House, 415 West Eight St., in Hinsdale. For more information, registration and training tips visit the Rotary Run Charity Classic website at: www. rotaryruncharityclassic.org.

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