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 708-606-1936.
Wednesday September 3rd
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
708-305-9792.
Thursday September 4th
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.
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
Friday September 5th
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
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. 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. 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 September 6th
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 PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
BERWYN
ROUTE 66 CAR SHOW - 7 AM to 4 PM - Join Berwyn for the best
big car show on the Mother Road.. and we do mean ON the Mother
Road! The Car Show will take place on Route 66, so you can see
some of the finest examples of Automotive Art right on Routs 66
in Berwyn! For more information visit
www.berwynrt66.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. 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. 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 September 7th
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 3 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER PLANETARIUM SHOW - 2 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 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 September 8th
Tuesday September 9th
FOREST
PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON -
11:30 AM to 1 PM. For more information call 708-366-2543.
OP - RF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS -
5 to 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.
FAMILY RECOVERY EDUCATION PROGRAM - 7:30 PM - Recovery
Education For Family Organization expands mission to new
suburban location at Westlake Hospital, Brewster Hall, 1225 Lake
St. in Melrose Park. This program will offer education, support
and resources to families experiencing an addicted loved one.
For more information on this event call Barbara DeHart-Titone,
A.A.,CADC at 708-453-3445 - Confidential Voicemail (days) or
(evenings).
OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 7 - 7 PM -
Resident Beat Officer William Haupers 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 Haupers at 708-606-0243.
Wednesday September 10th
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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.
OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 4 - 7 PM -
Resident Beat Officer Robert Primak 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 Primak at 708-305-9780.
Thursday September 11th
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
ARTIST RECEPTION - 6:30 to 8:30 PM - The Oak Park
Public Library, 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, welcomes artist
Janice Elkins' exhibit "Urban Landscapes--22 years" in the
second floor gallery on display September 2nd through
the 30th. The reception is open to the public.
Friday September 12th
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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. 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. 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 September 13th
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.
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT'S UNITY TEMPLE 6TH ANNUAL RESTORATION
GALA - 6 to 10 PM - Come Celebrate Frank Lloyd Wright's
Unity Temple: The Modern American Masterpiece. Dinner at 6pm,
performance at 7:30pm, followed by dessert and silent auction.
Tickets: $100, Patron Level $150, Student Sponsorship: $80. For
tickets or more information call 708-383-8873 or visit
www.utrf.org.
ECONOMY
SHOP - 9 AM to 3 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.
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER- 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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.
SEVEN GENERATIONS AHEAD GREEN HOME TOUR - Noon to 4 PM
- Thinking about greening your home, but not sure how to go
about it? Wondering what constitutes a “green” home and what
products are available in your area?
Seven Generations Ahead, with the support of Community Bank of
Oak Park River Forest, invite you to their first annual Seven
Generations Ahead Green Home Tour on Saturday, September 13th
from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Get an exclusive look inside high end and everyday Oak Park and
River Forest homes that look great, save money, and are easier
on the environment. Discover how a home can be "greened"
whatever your budget or taste. Learn from homeowners and
building professionals who have built and remodeled green.
A wine and cheese reception will be held immediately following
the tour at the new “green” Marion Street Cheese Market from
4:00 – 5:00 p.m., where drawings will be held for a variety of
green gifts.
Tour guidebooks will be available at each home on the day of the
tour, and all attendees will receive a free copy of Seven
Generations Ahead’s “Remodel GREEN” CD, an interactive green
home product resource guide valued at $15.
Green Home Tour tickets are available for $40 in advance of the
event at from local businesses and at
www.sevengenerationsahead.org.
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. 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. 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 September 14th
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 3 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 3 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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 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 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 September 15th
Tuesday September 16th
Wednesday September 17th
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 708-305-9782.
Thursday September 18th
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
Friday September 19th
ART
ON HARRISON - 6 to 10 PM - The Oak Park Arts District
presents the 13th Annual Art on Harrison on Friday, September
19, 6-10 pm; Saturday, September 20, 12-8 pm; Sunday, September
21, 12- 5 pm. The art walk will occur along Harrison Street from
Austin Blvd to Elmwood Ave.
See more information here.
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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. 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. 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 September 20th
ART
ON HARRISON - Noon to 8 PM - The Oak Park Arts District
presents the 13th Annual Art on Harrison on Friday, September
19, 6-10 pm; Saturday, September 20, 12-8 pm; Sunday, September
21, 12- 5 pm. The art walk will occur along Harrison Street from
Austin Blvd to Elmwood Ave.
See more information here.
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.
ECONOMY
SHOP - 9 AM to 3 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.
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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. 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. 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 September 21st
ART
ON HARRISON - Noon to 5 PM - The Oak Park Arts District
presents the 13th Annual Art on Harrison on Friday, September
19, 6-10 pm; Saturday, September 20, 12-8 pm; Sunday, September
21, 12- 5 pm. The art walk will occur along Harrison Street from
Austin Blvd to Elmwood Ave.
See more information here.
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 3 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center, 1010
W. Madison Street, Oak Park, presents "Love in the Middle
Ages" by Bob Solone & Scott Urban. Directed by Jason
Fleece. A World Premiere Musical! It's the Dating Game for all
those over 40! Join Jennifer as she discovers many single people
from her parent's generation struggling with many of the same
problems as she does today. Whether you're a Baby Boomer or the
offspring of ne, this show brings all our similarities and
differences into focus. Tickets: $30.00, Seniors & Students:
$25.00. To order tickets call the box office at 866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 3 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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 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 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 September 22nd
Tuesday September 23rd
OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 5 - 7 PM -
Resident Beat Officer Paul Razzino meets with residents within
the Metra tracks / Oak Park Ave / Harlem Avenue / Eisenhower
Expressway area every month on the 4th Tuesday of each month at
Fox Center 640 S. Oak Park Ave. For more information contact RBO
Razzino at 708-305-9781.
Wednesday September 24th
OAK PARK POLICE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING ZONE 3 - 7 PM -
Resident Beat Officer Raphael Murphy 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
Murphy at 708-305-9779.
Thursday September 25th
Friday September 26th
VILLAGE
PLAYERS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center is proud to present "Music Without
Walls" for two nights only, featuring the
incomparable Herb Porter with a very talented cast of musicians
and singers in an evening of smooth Jazz. Tickets are $30.
To make reservations call the box office at 1-866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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. 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. 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 September 27th
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 PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - 8 PM - The Village Players
Performing Arts Center is proud to present "Music Without
Walls" for two nights only, featuring the
incomparable Herb Porter with a very talented cast of musicians
and singers in an evening of smooth Jazz. Tickets are $30.
To make reservations call the box office at 1-866-764-1010 or
visit
www.village-players.org.
2ND
ANNUAL KG CLASSIC - 8 AM to Midnight - The 2nd Annual KG
Classic will be held at Station Park - 7501 Harrison St in
Forest Park and Carols - 7307 Roosevelt Rd also in Forest Park.
The KG CLASSIC is a one day 20 team co-ed softball tournament.
It was started in 2007 by Mike Carmody after Kathy Garrigan, 24,
died in a boating accident on Lake Harding, near Fairbanks
Alaska. The KG CLASSIC serves a day to remember and honor Kathy
while raising money and awareness for the causes she held
closest to her heart.
This year the KG CLASSIC will donate all proceeds to OPPORTUNITY
KNOCKS. Opportunity Knocks is a brand new non-for-profit
organization that will provide recreational programs for teens
and young adults with developmental disabilities. Their goal is
to eventually establish a residential facility that these adults
can call home. For more information call 773-457-6315 or visit
www.kathygarrigan.com.
FOREST
PARK ARTS FEST - 11 AM to 5 PM - Forest Park Chamber of
Commerce & Development and the Village of Forest Park in
conjunction with RGL Marketing for the Arts, Inc. invites you to
attend the Forest Park Arts Fest: A Juried Show of Fine
Art, Craft, and Design presented by Boulevard Fine Art &
Custom Framing. This year’s Fest will feature 75 artists
exhibiting and selling their works of glass, ceramics, fiber,
jewelry, photography, painting, drawing, furniture, sculpture
and mixed media. Both days are presented in fest style with
family art activities and music along Downtown Forest Park’s
7400 block of Madison Street and Constitution Court. It is a
wonderful weekend for the whole family, and it happens in Forest
Park. For more information call the Forest Park Chamber at
708-366-2543.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 8 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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. 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. 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 September 28th
FOREST
PARK ARTS FEST - 11 AM to 5 PM - Forest Park Chamber of
Commerce & Development and the Village of Forest Park in
conjunction with RGL Marketing for the Arts, Inc. invites you to
attend the Forest Park Arts Fest: A Juried Show of Fine
Art, Craft, and Design presented by Boulevard Fine Art &
Custom Framing. This year’s Fest will feature 75 artists
exhibiting and selling their works of glass, ceramics, fiber,
jewelry, photography, painting, drawing, furniture, sculpture
and mixed media. Both days are presented in fest style with
family art activities and music along Downtown Forest Park’s
7400 block of Madison Street and Constitution Court. It is a
wonderful weekend for the whole family, and it happens in Forest
Park. For more information call the Forest Park Chamber at
708-366-2543.
CIRCLE
THEATRE - 3 PM - Circle Theatre, 7300 W. Madison Street,
Forest Park is proud to present the Chicago Premiere of Jeff
Daniels' charming and funny Escanaba prequel, ESCANABA IN LOVE.
It's back to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This time, Jeff
Daniels brings a touching, romantic comedy element to the rugged
hunter-humor of Michigan's favorite yooper family. As deer
hunting season arrives, the Soady men meet their biggest
challenge; not a great buck or a hunter's dream, but the camp's
first female visitor, young Albert Soady Jr's impromptu bride
Big Betty Balou. Daniels' hilarious humor kicks into high gear
when the Soady men make their best attempts to grapple with
their newest family member. Join Albert, Big Betty Balou and a
whole new cast of wacky Yoopers in this uproarious, yet
heartfelt comedy. Tickets: Thursdays and Fridays only $20! $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 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 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.
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
ART
ON HARRISON - 6 to 10 PM - The Oak Park Arts District
presents the 13th Annual Art on Harrison on Friday, September
19, 6-10 pm; Saturday, September 20, 12-8 pm; Sunday, September
21, 12- 5 pm. The art walk will occur along Harrison Street from
Austin Blvd to Elmwood Ave.