Community Events Calendar
June, 2008

Sunday June 1st

BERWYN CENTENNIAL PARADE - 2 PM - The City of Berwyn in conjunction with their 100 Anniversary holds Centennial Parade on Cermak Road In combination with The Combine Veterans of Berwyn. Parade starts at Lombard and ends Morton West High School. For more information visit www.berwyncentennial.com.
 

HISTORIC BERWYN’S BUNGALOW TOUR - Noon to 5 PM - The Berwyn Historical Society invites you to participate in “Historic Berwyn’s Bungalow Tour”. Celebrate a housing style that defined an era and join us for this leisurely walking tour featuring a variety of the community’s finest homes and an historic church open to the public on Sunday, for a one day showing. Advance tickets are now available online for $20.00 per person. Purchase tickets and get more information at www.berwynbungalow.org.

SHRINERS' HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN – CHICAGO ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE - 10 AM to 3 PM - Shriners, Patients, Parents, Alumni, and Friends Join Shriners Hospitals for Children – Chicago, 2211 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, for their Annual Open House. Activities include: Illinois Child Identification Program, Provided free of charge by Paul Revere Masonic Lodge; Hospital Tours, Includes their operating rooms, renovated Motion Analysis Lab, and more; Activities for Kids, Medical play and medical art, historical toy collection, huge miniature train displays, face-painting and games; Entertainment, Featuring talented Shriners' patients; Complimentary Lunch and “The World’s Shortest Parade”. For more information, contact: Kally Schneider 773.385.5846 or kschneider@shrinenet.org. Visit www.shrinershq.org/Hospitals/Chicago.

CIRCLE THEATRE - 3 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present "Enchanted April" by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth Von Arnim with Direction, Scenic & Lighting Design by Bob Knuth. Dark clouds may gather around the human heart and mind, and for those who succumb, brighter days may never come. Such is the lesson of Enchanted April, as four English women, whose lives have been thrown into turmoil by war, break free of their rain-drenched sorrows and oppression for a month spent in a rented Italian castle. The opportunity for surprise and redemption awaits each, and the magic of the trip comes to change their lives. This show has been Jeff Recommended! Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

EXPRESSIONS GRAPHICS 25th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION & FUNDRAISER - 3 PM - Expressions Graphics celebrates their 25th Anniversary with an Art Auction at La Majada Restaurant, 226 Harrison Street in Oak Park. This celebration includes The Photography of Milton Rogovin's "Forgotten Ones", presented by Mark Mark Rogovin and a live art auction. For more information call 708-386-3552 or visit www.expressionsgraphics.org.

A DAY IN OUR VILLAGE - 11:30 AM to 5 PM - Scoville Park and Rehm Park are the places to be for Oak Park 's pre-eminent celebration of diversity and community involvement — A Day in Our Village. The all-inclusive, annual festival allows residents to become volunteers, join an organization, patronize a local merchant or service, meet neighbors, enjoy special activities, make new friends, join a congregation and generally support the community spirit. Oak Park Township's mini-buses will provide free transportation between venues from 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Village's free shuttle also will offer transportation to the sites. For more information visit www.oak-park.us/Community_Services/Day_In_Our_Village_2008.htm.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 2:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 3:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Monday June 2nd

Tuesday June 3rd

OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 2 - 7 PM - Resident Beat Officer Elizabeth Fox meets with residents within the North Avenue / Ridgeland Avenue / Chicago Avenue / Harlem Blvd area every month on the 1st Tuesday of each month at United Lutheran Church, 409 Greenfield. For more information contact ROB Fox at 708-358-5579.

Wednesday June 4th

OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 6 - 7 PM - Resident Beat Officer Mark Scott meets with residents within the Madison Street / Oak Park Ave / Austin Blvd / Eisenhower Expressway area every month on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 618 S. Austin Blvd. For more information contact RBO Scott at 708-386-5576.

Thursday June 5th

ECONOMY SHOP - 9 AM to 4 PM - The Economy Shop, 103 S. Grove Ave., Oak Park. Bargains and treasures waiting to be discovered! We accept Visa & Master Cards. For more information go to www.economyshop.org or call 708-383-2449.

CIRCLE THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present "Enchanted April" by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth Von Arnim with Direction, Scenic & Lighting Design by Bob Knuth. Dark clouds may gather around the human heart and mind, and for those who succumb, brighter days may never come. Such is the lesson of Enchanted April, as four English women, whose lives have been thrown into turmoil by war, break free of their rain-drenched sorrows and oppression for a month spent in a rented Italian castle. The opportunity for surprise and redemption awaits each, and the magic of the trip comes to change their lives. This show has been Jeff Recommended! Tickets: $20 on Thursday only. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

Friday June 6th

FOREST PARK SUMMER FEST - 5 PM to 11 PM - The Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development hosts this hip summer festival featuring live rock & jazz music on two stages, beer garden, food court featuring local restaurants (2008 Best in Neighborhood Dining - Chicago Tribune poll), antique market, local merchant sidewalk sale, giant slide, carousel, pony rides, children's entertainment, demonstrations and more.

PLUG INTO RECYCLING: ELECTRONICS COLLECTION - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM - West Cook County Solid Waste Agency holds a Recycling Event at Triton College, 2000 Fifth Avenue, Northwest Student Parking Lot, River Grove, Illinois. Items Accepted include: Computer Equipment, Printers, Telephones, Answering Machines, Cellular Phones, Fax Machines, TVs and VCRs, Stereo Equipment, Software, Disks, CD’s, and Tapes. Items NOT ACCEPTED include: Refrigerators, Stoves, Dishwashers, Washing Machines, Dryers, Air Conditioners, Microwaves and Oversized Copiers. This event is sponsored By the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, Rhodes School District 84.5. This event is open to residents, schools, and municipalities. There is a small CO-PAY of $5.00 for each television and monitor collected. For more information call West Cook County Solid Waste Agency at 708-453-9100 or visit www.westcook.org or MRK Group at www.mrkgroupltd.com.

CIRCLE THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present "Enchanted April" by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth Von Arnim with Direction, Scenic & Lighting Design by Bob Knuth. Dark clouds may gather around the human heart and mind, and for those who succumb, brighter days may never come. Such is the lesson of Enchanted April, as four English women, whose lives have been thrown into turmoil by war, break free of their rain-drenched sorrows and oppression for a month spent in a rented Italian castle. The opportunity for surprise and redemption awaits each, and the magic of the trip comes to change their lives. This show has been Jeff Recommended! Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Saturday June 7th

FOREST PARK SUMMER FEST - Noon to 10 PM - The Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development hosts this hip summer festival featuring live rock & jazz music on two stages, beer garden, food court featuring local restaurants (2008 Best in Neighborhood Dining - Chicago Tribune poll), antique market, local merchant sidewalk sale, giant slide, carousel, pony rides, children's entertainment, demonstrations and more.

PLUG INTO RECYCLING: ELECTRONICS COLLECTION - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM - West Cook County Solid Waste Agency holds a Recycling Event at Triton College, 2000 Fifth Avenue, Northwest Student Parking Lot, River Grove, Illinois. Items Accepted include: Computer Equipment, Printers, Telephones, Answering Machines, Cellular Phones, Fax Machines, TVs and VCRs, Stereo Equipment, Software, Disks, CD’s, and Tapes. Items NOT ACCEPTED include: Refrigerators, Stoves, Dishwashers, Washing Machines, Dryers, Air Conditioners, Microwaves and Oversized Copiers. This event is sponsored By the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, Rhodes School District 84.5. This event is open to residents, schools, and municipalities. There is a small CO-PAY of $5.00 for each television and monitor collected. For more information call West Cook County Solid Waste Agency at 708-453-9100 or visit www.westcook.org or MRK Group at www.mrkgroupltd.com.

FARMER'S MARKET - 7 AM - 1 PM - Elmwood and Lake Streets in Oak Park (in the Pilgrim Church parking lot, 460 Lake Street, one block west of Ridgeland and Lake). For more information visit www.oak-park.us/farmersmarket.
 

CIRCLE THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present "Enchanted April" by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth Von Arnim with Direction, Scenic & Lighting Design by Bob Knuth. Dark clouds may gather around the human heart and mind, and for those who succumb, brighter days may never come. Such is the lesson of Enchanted April, as four English women, whose lives have been thrown into turmoil by war, break free of their rain-drenched sorrows and oppression for a month spent in a rented Italian castle. The opportunity for surprise and redemption awaits each, and the magic of the trip comes to change their lives. This show has been Jeff Recommended! Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Sunday June 8th

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 3 PM - Opening Night - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students: $25.00 - includes a wine & hors d'oeuvres post-performance reception. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

CIRCLE THEATRE - 3 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present "Enchanted April" by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth Von Arnim with Direction, Scenic & Lighting Design by Bob Knuth. Dark clouds may gather around the human heart and mind, and for those who succumb, brighter days may never come. Such is the lesson of Enchanted April, as four English women, whose lives have been thrown into turmoil by war, break free of their rain-drenched sorrows and oppression for a month spent in a rented Italian castle. The opportunity for surprise and redemption awaits each, and the magic of the trip comes to change their lives. This show has been Jeff Recommended! Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 2:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 3:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Monday June 9th

Tuesday June10th

FOREST PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON -
11:30 AM - 1 PM. For more information call 708-366-2543.

OP - RF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS -
5 - 7 PM . Where else can you get: FREE Food , FREE beverages, Great conversations, Beautiful settings, Casual environments, Great business connections. For 2 hours once a month? For more information call the Chamber at 708-848-8182 or visit oprfchamber.org.
 

OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 7 - 7 PM - Resident Beat Officer Greg Hyppolite meets with residents within the Eisenhower Expressway / East Ave / Roosevelt Rd / Austin Blvd area every month on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Barrie Park Center 1011 S. Lombard Ave. For more information contact RBO Hyppolite at 708-386-2790.

Wednesday June 11th

OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 4 - 7 PM - Resident Beat Officer Paul Razzino meets with residents within the Austin Blvd / Metra tracks / Oak Park Avenue /Madison Street area every month on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at Percy Julian Middle School 416 S. Ridgeland Ave. For more information contact RBO Razzino at 708-386-5573.

Thursday June 12th

CENTRAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS - 7:00 PM - The Village of Elmwood Park presents Hip Pockit - Dance Music With Horns at Central Park, 75th and Fullerton Avenues, Elmwood Park. Admission is free. The 2007 Central Park Summer Concerts are sponsored and offered by the Village of Elmwood Park, Village President Peter Silvestri.

Friday June 13th

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 8 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Saturday June 14th - Flag Day

ECONOMY SHOP - 9 AM to 2 PM - The Economy Shop, 103 S. Grove Ave., Oak Park. Bargains and treasures waiting to be discovered! We accept Visa & Master Cards. For more information go to www.economyshop.org or call 708-383-2449.

FARMER'S MARKET - 7 AM - 1 PM - Elmwood and Lake Streets in Oak Park (in the Pilgrim Church parking lot, 460 Lake Street, one block west of Ridgeland and Lake). For more information visit www.oak-park.us/farmersmarket.
 

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 8 PM - OPLAGA FUNDRAISER - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. All Tickets are $40, including a hors d'oeuvres with wine and beer reception one-hour prior to the performance. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.orgg. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CENTENNIAL HISTORIC DEPOT DISTRICT'S CLEAN SWEEP GARAGE SALE EVENT - 9AM to 2PM - One man's junk could be another man's treasure at the Citizens Bank Parking Lot (off of Oak Park Avenue in the Depot District) in Berwyn. Clean Sweep your garage and house, round up your items and price your treasures. Get a spot at the Historical Depot District's Clean Sweep Garage Sale Event and watch your trinkets disappear. Limited space is available. To participate contact the Berwyn Development Corporation at 708-788-8100 or visit www.berwyn.net.

4th ANNUAL BARRIE FEST - 1 to 6 PM - The SouthEast Oak Park Community Organization in Partnership with the Oak Park Area Arts Council, presents Barrie Fest at Barrie Park (Lombard at Garfield), Featuring: Organized Children’s Games, Bounce Houses, Organization and Business Fair, Food Vendors, with Live Bands All Afternoon, with “One Love” A Music Happening Celebrating Young Oak Park.
 

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Sunday June 15th - Father's Day

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 3 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 7 PM - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 2:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 3:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Monday June 16th

Tuesday June 17th

OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 1 - 7 PM - Resident Beat Officer Anthony Coleman meets with residents within the North Avenue / Austin Blvd / Ridgeland Avenue / Chicago Avenue area every month on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Hatch School, 1000 N. Ridgeland. For more information contact ROB Coleman at 708-358-5575.

Wednesday June 18th

OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 8 - 7 PM - Resident Beat Officer John Rumoro meets with residents within the Eisenhower Expressway / East Ave / Roosevelt Rd / Harlem Blvd area every month on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Lincoln School 1111 S. Grove Ave. For more information contact RBO Rumoro at 708-386-5578.

Thursday June 19th

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - Industry Night - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

Friday June 20th

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 8 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Saturday June 21st

FARMER'S MARKET - 7 AM - 1 PM - Elmwood and Lake Streets in Oak Park (in the Pilgrim Church parking lot, 460 Lake Street, one block west of Ridgeland and Lake). For more information visit www.oak-park.us/farmersmarket.
 

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 8 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

SOUTHEAST STYLE: A GLIMPSE INTO MODEST OAK PARK HOMES - 3 to 8 PM - The Oak Park and River Forest Day Nursery, in partnership with the South East Oak Park Community Organization (Seopco) presents SouthEast Style: a Glimpse into Modest Oak Park Homes, highlighting the best of Oak Park’s modest housing stock and raising funds for the Day Nursery and Seopco. Rather than celebrating grandiose scale, the eight interiors showcased on this walk highlight quality design and practical renovation. By focusing on quality versus quantity, these remodels preserve the scale and integrity of historic structures and, by default, illustrate sustainable design. Tickets are $30 in advance––$35 the day of the event. Tickets available at: Within Your Reach, 6140 Roosevelt Rd, Oak Park 708-386-0810 or at: Green Home Experts, 823 S. Oak Park Ave, Oak Park 708-937-5403. For more information contact: The Oak Park and River Forest Day Nursery (708) 383-8211 or visit www.southeaststyle.net.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Sunday June 22nd

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 3 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 5 PM - Family Night - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 2:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 3:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Monday June 23rd

Tuesday June 24th

Wednesday June 25th

CIRCLE THEATRE - 8 PM - Opening Night - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present Noel Coward's "Hay Fever", directed by Jim Schneider. Cleverly constructed, wittily written, slightly cynical, and undeniably entertaining, Hay Fever tells the story of the Blisses, a decidedly eccentric family, whose theatrical excesses torment a group of unsuspecting and unfortunate weekend guests come to their country house to visit. Coward wrote the play in three days, inspired by a weekend he spent at the home of actress Laurette Taylor, and it has come to be one of his most amusing. Featuring the talents of the team that brought to life the previous Noel Coward hit, Design for Living, Circle Theatre is proud to present this classic comedy of manners…Or should we say lack thereof? Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

TRITON COLLEGE FOUNDATION GOLF OUTING - 9 AM - The 11th Annual Triton Foundation Golf Open Golf Outing will be held at White Pines Golf Club, 500 W. Jefferson, Bensenville. The Triton College Foundation Annual Golf Outing is a benefit to raise money for student scholarships and educational equipment not otherwise obtainable through college funds. Cost: $125 per person, includes 19 holes of golf (four-person, best ball format); Lunch; Sumptuous Dinner (at approximately 4 pm); beverage Tickets; Fold Carts; Hole-in-one Contest; trophies; Goodie Bags & Door Prizes. For more information call Pat Varga at 708-456-0300 Ext 3730 or 3459.

OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 3 - 7 PM - Resident Beat Officer Eric Locke meets with residents within the Chicago Avenue / Austin Blvd / Metra tracks / Harlem Avenue area every month on the 4th Wednesday of each month at OPRF High School, 201 N. Scoville Ave. For more information contact RBO Locke at 708-386-5580.

Thursday June 26th

CENTRAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS - 7:00 PM - The Village of Elmwood Park presents Little Nashville - Country at Central Park, 75th and Fullerton Avenues, Elmwood Park. Admission is free. The 2007 Central Park Summer Concerts are sponsored and offered by the Village of Elmwood Park, Village President Peter Silvestri.

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - Industry Night - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CIRCLE THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present Noel Coward's "Hay Fever", directed by Jim Schneider. Cleverly constructed, wittily written, slightly cynical, and undeniably entertaining, Hay Fever tells the story of the Blisses, a decidedly eccentric family, whose theatrical excesses torment a group of unsuspecting and unfortunate weekend guests come to their country house to visit. Coward wrote the play in three days, inspired by a weekend he spent at the home of actress Laurette Taylor, and it has come to be one of his most amusing. Featuring the talents of the team that brought to life the previous Noel Coward hit, Design for Living, Circle Theatre is proud to present this classic comedy of manners…Or should we say lack thereof? Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

Friday June 27th

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 8 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CIRCLE THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present Noel Coward's "Hay Fever", directed by Jim Schneider. Cleverly constructed, wittily written, slightly cynical, and undeniably entertaining, Hay Fever tells the story of the Blisses, a decidedly eccentric family, whose theatrical excesses torment a group of unsuspecting and unfortunate weekend guests come to their country house to visit. Coward wrote the play in three days, inspired by a weekend he spent at the home of actress Laurette Taylor, and it has come to be one of his most amusing. Featuring the talents of the team that brought to life the previous Noel Coward hit, Design for Living, Circle Theatre is proud to present this classic comedy of manners…Or should we say lack thereof? Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Saturday June 28th

FARMER'S MARKET - 7 AM - 1 PM - Elmwood and Lake Streets in Oak Park (in the Pilgrim Church parking lot, 460 Lake Street, one block west of Ridgeland and Lake). For more information visit www.oak-park.us/farmersmarket.
 

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 8 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 8 PM - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CIRCLE THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present Noel Coward's "Hay Fever", directed by Jim Schneider. Cleverly constructed, wittily written, slightly cynical, and undeniably entertaining, Hay Fever tells the story of the Blisses, a decidedly eccentric family, whose theatrical excesses torment a group of unsuspecting and unfortunate weekend guests come to their country house to visit. Coward wrote the play in three days, inspired by a weekend he spent at the home of actress Laurette Taylor, and it has come to be one of his most amusing. Featuring the talents of the team that brought to life the previous Noel Coward hit, Design for Living, Circle Theatre is proud to present this classic comedy of manners…Or should we say lack thereof? Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

DINNER WITH THE STARS - 6:30 to 10 PM - Adopt-A-Kid/People Care Network holds "Dinner With The Stars" to celebrate twenty years of service at Dominican University, 7900 W. Division, Forest Park.  Come and join them for Entertainment, recognitions, raffles, silent auction, music, great food and good times with friends. Tickets: $25 each. For more information call 773-237-3097.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 7:30 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System and Skywatcher's Guide. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 9 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove, presents Endless Photons laser concert. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Sunday June 29th

VILLAGE PLAYERS - 3 PM - Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "The Full Monty". Six unemployed guys , low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. Tickets: $25.00, Seniors & Students: $20.00. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.village-players.org. 

OAK PARK FESTIVAL THEATRE - 5 PM - Family Night - The Oak Park Festival Theatre presents "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, directed by Jack Hickey. A classic comedy about two couples, with a bit of everything - romance, humor, treachery, "a showdown between the sexes." Can Beatrice and Benedick's friends trick them into love? In period costume. Tickets - Thursdays Adults $20, Seniors/Students $17; Fridays through Sundays Adults $27, Seniors/Students $22; Sundays . To order tickets or for more information call 708-445-4440 or visit www.oakparkfestival.com.

CIRCLE THEATRE - 3 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park is proud to present Noel Coward's "Hay Fever", directed by Jim Schneider. Cleverly constructed, wittily written, slightly cynical, and undeniably entertaining, Hay Fever tells the story of the Blisses, a decidedly eccentric family, whose theatrical excesses torment a group of unsuspecting and unfortunate weekend guests come to their country house to visit. Coward wrote the play in three days, inspired by a weekend he spent at the home of actress Laurette Taylor, and it has come to be one of his most amusing. Featuring the talents of the team that brought to life the previous Noel Coward hit, Design for Living, Circle Theatre is proud to present this classic comedy of manners…Or should we say lack thereof? Tickets: $26 for adults, $24 for students and seniors (over 62), group discounts available. For reservations, call 708-771-0700, ext. 1 or visit www.circle-theatre.org/reservations.html.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 2:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $8, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $4, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER LASER CONCERT - 3:00 PM - The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College located at 2000 Fifth Avenue; River Grove. Admission: Adults $10, Children 2 to 12/Senior citizens 55 and over $5, Children under 2 and Triton College students w/current semester I.D. Free. For more information call the Cernan Center Program Line at (708) 583-3100.

Monday June 30th