Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Children, Families: What’s a better way to end the day than with a story? Join us for a calming evening story read-aloud where the dress code is PJs and comfy clothes.

Local Event: Goodnight, Library

Cook County

Western Springs

Illinois

Goodnight, Library

Children, Families: What’s a better way to end the day than with a story? Join us for a calming evening story read-aloud where...

Learn how to cut back on Amazon purchases, improve your online privacy, and support local and independent businesses. We'll discuss the reasons why some people are moving away from Amazon, the benefits of cancelling services like Prime, and alternatives to Kindle and Audible.

Local Event: Break Up With Amazon

Break Up With Amazon

Learn how to cut back on Amazon purchases, improve your online privacy, and support local and independent businesses. We'll...

No charge, no registration: all knitters and crafters are welcome for conversation and inspiration.&nbsp;

Local Event: Knitting Circle

Knitting Circle

No charge, no registration: all knitters and crafters are welcome for conversation and inspiration. 

Teens &amp; Tweens: Join us for bookish talk and dessert! Copies of the book are available one month before the discussion at the circulation desk. Book:&nbsp; Extra Normal by Kate Alice Marshall

Local Event: Tween Book Club

Tween Book Club

Teens & Tweens: Join us for bookish talk and dessert! Copies of the book are available one month before the discussion at the...

From grand corpse larceny in medieval Venice to the iron coffins popping up in Lincoln Park, this light-hearted presentation with award-winning filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus takes you around the world with spine-tingling true tales you never learned in history class. Enjoy macabre stories about the bizarre burials of the Habsburg royal family, the morbid truth of the Smithsonian collections, and a variety of American cemetery history and lore, including Chicago's largest cemetery, which never really got moved!

Local Event: Morbid History

Morbid History

From grand corpse larceny in medieval Venice to the iron coffins popping up in Lincoln Park, this light-hearted presentation...

Come to the Youth Services Department to pick up a bag with a craft inside! Crafts are left over from previous programs and are available while supplies last. Which craft will you take home?

Local Event: Mystery Craft Kits

Mystery Craft Kits

Come to the Youth Services Department to pick up a bag with a craft inside! Crafts are left over from previous programs and are...

Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion.&nbsp;Taiwan Travelogue by Yang Shuang-Zi

Local Event: Book Discussion Group: Taiwan Travelogue

Book Discussion Group: Taiwan Travelogue

Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one...

A science teacher wakes up alone on a spaceship. As his memory returns, he uncovers a mission to stop a mysterious substance killing Earth's sun, and realizes that an unexpected friendship may be the key.

Local Event: Film Discussion: Project Hail Mary (2026)

Film Discussion: Project Hail Mary (2026)

A science teacher wakes up alone on a spaceship. As his memory returns, he uncovers a mission to stop a mysterious substance...

Tweens-Adults: The Western Springs Writers' Society welcomes all writers from the community to discuss and hone their craft with other local writers. Whether this is your career or hobby, writers of all levels and genres are invited. Questions in advance? Please contact Jim Swinehart at jrswinehart10@gmail.com.

Local Event: Western Springs Writers' Society

Western Springs Writers' Society

Tweens-Adults: The Western Springs Writers' Society welcomes all writers from the community to discuss and hone their craft...

Christine Ricker

David Giuliani

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Public Relations Representative, Thomas Ford Memorial Library

La Grange

DuPage County

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

Oak Brook

Burr Ridge

Darien

Lisa Marie Farver

Downers Grove

Forest Park

Elmhurst

Oak Park-River Forest

Woodridge

Sports Core Soccer Fields, 700 Oak Brook Rd., Oak Brook, IL 60523

The Oak Brook Healing Field, presented by True Patriots Care, will commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, with a powerful display of 2,977 American flags honoring the men and women who lost their lives that day. Each flag will include a biography, helping visitors connect with the individual stories behind the tribute.
The ceremony held at 6pm on September 11th will feature notable guest speakers including Sue Mladenik, wife of Flight #11 passenger Jeff Mladenik, Craig Donnelly, nephew of FDNY&nbsp;Lt. Kevin Donnelly, as well as the music by the Emerald Society and U.S. Navy Band. Here is the complete schedule for the 25th anniversary event:<ol>
 <li>Welcome by Master of Ceremony Oak Brook Fire Chief Kevin Fleege</li>
 <li>Posting of the colors – DuPage County Chiefs of Police Honor Guard </li>
 <li>Pledge of Allegiance – Craig Donnelly</li>
 <li>National Anthem – US Navy Band</li>
 <li>Opening Prayer- Chaplain Joe Kovarik</li>
 <li>Guest Speaker- Craig Donnelly: nephew of FDNY Lieutenant Kevin W. Donnelly “KD”, FDNY Ladder Company 3</li>
 <li>Guest Speaker - Sue Mladenik, wife of Flight #11 passenger Jeff Mladenik</li>
 <li>Paul Swenson President - Healing Field Foundation</li>
 <li>9/11 3 Wreath Placement by Honor Guard/Oak Brook Fire Dept</li>
 <li>OBFD Bell Ringing</li>
 <li>3 Volley Salute</li>
 <li>Bugles Across America</li>
 <li>Bag Pipes- Amazing Grace by Emerald Society</li>
 <li>Music Presentation- Navy Band</li>
</ol>Open 24 hours a day beginning at 6pm on September 9 through September 13th at 2pm, the Healing Field invites the community to walk among the flags for a meaningful experience of remembrance, reflection and unity. The event will also include opening and closing ceremonies, along with daily programs honoring the lives lost and the lasting legacy of September 11.&nbsp;

Local Event: Healing Field

Healing Field

The Oak Brook Healing Field, presented by True Patriots Care, will commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, with...

LATTE Theater (Conservatory for Young Adult Creatives)

Fall Acting Workshop IntensiveLATTE’s Acting Training Intensive offers young adult creatives, ages 14 – 28, a chance to be mentored and meet with industry professionals, including: SoloTheater Chicago Scene Study with Ron Keaton, Stage Combat and Choreography artists Tristin Hall and Angela Rak, Pfluger Empathy Movement Method with Felicia Pfluger, Finding the Right Balance Creating your Career in the Arts with Kaitlin Fron, and Dance and Movement with Elise Wallin.
WHEN?
Saturday, September 12th, the Acting Intensive runs from 9:45 AM to 4:30 PM. Read on for a detailed look at the sessions and presenter bios!

Enjoy a day in a supportive, fun, laid-back environment as you learn about acting and careers in the performing arts from industry professionals. Bring a lunch, a water bottle, clothes to move in, and your enthusiasm. $50 for the full day.
Text (708) 655-0989

Sign up: <a href="https://www.lattetheater.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.lattetheater.com</a>
WHERE? 9008 Fairview Dr. (Parking Lot Entrance of Cornerstone Church)
SCHEDULE:
9:45 Arrival. Sign in. Icebreaker. Quick mandatory meeting for parents of creatives under 18.
10:00 SoloTheater Tips, Tricks and Toolbox. Scene Study - Ron Keaton.
11:15 Finding the Right Balance. Creating Your Career in the Arts - Kaitlin Fron
12:30 Lunch – (Bring a Bag Lunch)
1:00 Stage Physicality and the Pfluger Empathy Movement Method -Felicia Pfluger
2:15 Dance and Movement- Elise Wallin
3:15 Water Break and Stretch
3:30 Stage Combat and Choreography– Tristin Hall and Angela Rak
4:30 Day Ends. Auditions for those interested.
DETAILED SCHEDULE
<ul><li>10 AM SoloTheater Tips, Tricks and The Actor’s Toolbox. Scene Study – Ron Keaton Preparation is important key to making your dreams a reality. Ron will take you through his “Actor’s Toolbox,” which includes monologues, photos, resumes, and how to approach someone in the audition process to present yourself for success. Scene study as well!</li><li></li><li>.11:15 Finding the Right Balance. Creating Your Career in the Arts - Kaitlin Fron</li><li>An honest discussion on how to assess and focus on different paths to a career related to music/theatre, and what it looks like to build the life you want while meeting your needs as a human, especially in today's economy. Explore choosing the right degree versus training independently and other paths to consider. Explore how to manage your career and have life balance for all you need to do and all you wish to become on stage!</li><li></li><li>1:00 Stage Physicality and Scene Study - Felicia Pfluger Learn techniques for acting authentically under imaginary circumstances, emotional preparation, and scene creation. In this workshop, students learn to break down script material to understand implicit and explicit meaning with their scene partner. Exercises focus on getting out of the head and into the heart, moment-to-moment character development, blocking, transitions, motivation, and script analysis.</li><li></li><li>2:15 Dance and Movement - Elise Wallin</li><li><ul><li>Develop performance confidence in your creative expression with movement and dance that heightens your character’s theatricality, spatial and ensemble awareness, and just have fun!</li><li></li><li>3:15 Water break - Take a little break and do some self-care. We're here to answer any questions you may have.</li><li></li><li>3:30 Stage Combat, Combat Choreography, Realistic Reactions - Tristan Hall and Angela Rak. </li><li>Gearing your fight to elicit comedy, action, or adventure, this session deals with consent with your stage partner, and Stage Combat falls, punches, and slaps. Learn choreography based on the emotion and dramatic and comedic level you wish to transport your audience with</li><li></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>4:30 AUDITIONS For those interested. Want to be in the LATTE Performance Company? Stick around and read with other cast members in a low-key, no-stress atmosphere for our fall show. Join us for a relaxed, laid-back talk about the program and how you can grow with us on stage. Both inexperienced and experienced actors are welcome to apply. Call 708-655-0989</li><li>Sign up is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lattetheater.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.lattetheater.com.</a></li></ul></li></ul>
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Local Event: Fall Acting Workshop Intensive

Fall Acting Workshop Intensive

Fall Acting Workshop IntensiveLATTE’s Acting Training Intensive offers young adult creatives, ages 14 – 28, a chance to be...

Downtown Downers Grove

Experience a vibrant weekend celebrating creativity at this premier juried art festival. Enjoy an impressive showcase of juried artists, live entertainment, and engaging art activities for the kids in the heart of the community.

Local Event: Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival

Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival

Experience a vibrant weekend celebrating creativity at this premier juried art festival. Enjoy an impressive showcase of juried...

Free event with something for everyone. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.&nbsp;Vendors with arts &amp; crafts, nature photography, watercolors, pen &amp; ink, hand thrown pottery, jewelry, yard art, native plant seeds, and gifts.Wolf Road Prairie tours with nature guides.Big Run Wolf Ranch Animal Show (11:00 to 2:00).Historic reenactors demonstrate settlement life.1853 schoolhouse and 1870 prairie farmhouse tours.Learn about prairie restoration, native plant gardening, and sustainability.

Local Event: Prairie Fest at Wolf Road Prairie 

Westchester

Prairie Fest at Wolf Road Prairie 

Free event with something for everyone. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Vendors with arts & crafts, nature photography, watercolors,...

Experience a weekend of creativity featuring juried artists and live entertainment in the heart of the community. Families can enjoy a special kids' art activity, making this a perfect outing! Sunday, September 13th, 11:00am-1:00pm, snap a picture with Cinderella and/or Spiderman as they stroll the Art Festival.

Experience a weekend of creativity featuring juried artists and live entertainment in the heart of the community. Families can...

La Grange Village Hall

Join the CommUNITY Diversity Group of La Grange Area for a celebration of inclusion and diversity, featuring the presentation of the CDG 2026 Awards to&nbsp;Tamiaka Killins, LT math teacher and&nbsp;Step&nbsp;Team Coach, and former CDG board officer Sherry Robinson. Rev. Meredith&nbsp;Onion of the First Congregational&nbsp;Church of Western Springs is&nbsp;performing the invocation, Katherine Padgett, Immediate Past&nbsp;President of the La Grange Area Historical Society, will be speaking, and there will be&nbsp;performances by the LTHS Step&nbsp;Team and the Caring Place Children's Choir.&nbsp;

Local Event: 35th Annual Race Unity Rally

35th Annual Race Unity Rally

Join the CommUNITY Diversity Group of La Grange Area for a celebration of inclusion and diversity, featuring the presentation...

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