A lurid tale with a connection to Downers Grove's past...
Come hear this gripping true story of multiple murders, sorcery, criminal justice, and political consequences that started in Chicago and stretched out into Downers Grove. Poisoning, legal battles, exhumed corpses...you won't want to miss it! This is a ticketed event, please book your seat soon!

Local Event: Poisoned!...Murder in Downers Grove

DuPage County

Downers Grove

Illinois

Poisoned!...Murder in Downers Grove

A lurid tale with a connection to Downers Grove's past...
Come hear this gripping true story of multiple murders, sorcery,...

Walk Among the Stones and Stories: Voices from the Past
Come listen to the settlers' stories on&nbsp;Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon.&nbsp; The Downers Grove Historical Society invites visitors to meet some of the people who helped shape the village—right where their stories rest.
At the Living Cemetery, actors of all ages will portray people buried in historic Main Street Cemetery. As visitors stroll the grounds, they’ll hear firsthand accounts of life in Downers Grove’s early days and discover the personalities behind the names carved in stone.
Bring the family, take a walk, and let the past speak for itself. The event takes place at Main Street Cemetery, and no registration is required.

For more information, visit www.DGHistory.org/Events&nbsp;

Local Event: Living Cemetery

Living Cemetery

Walk Among the Stones and Stories: Voices from the Past
Come listen to the settlers' stories on Saturday, October 24, 2026,...

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Lisa Marie Farver

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Lisle

David Giuliani

Darien

Woodridge

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

Oak Brook

Glen Ellyn

Burr Ridge

Cook County

Western Springs

Wheaton

La Grange

Lisle Library District

David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network will be presenting a free educational seminar on what Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out of pocket exposure. He'll discuss Supplements, Medicare Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Plans, and important changes for 2027. Click the link to register:&nbsp;<a href="https://lisle.librarycalendar.com/event/prog-23321" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://lisle.librarycalendar.com/event/prog-23321</a>

Local Event: Medicare 2027

Medicare 2027

David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network will be presenting a free educational seminar on what Medicare covers, what it...

Join us next Sat-Sun,&nbsp;Oct 3-4 for the 21st edition of the Oak Brook Artisan Market. This market has expanded to 115+ top area &amp; Midwest artisans in food, fashion, home goods &amp; art, thoughout picturesque Oakbrook Center.
* WHEN: Oct 3-4, 2026 | Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-6pm
* WHERE: Oakbrook Center | 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL | Just N. of I-88 at Rt. 83 &amp; 22nd St (see description of market location below)
* WHAT: Outdoor Market | 115+ Top Midwest Artisans | Food, Fashion, Home &amp; Art | Free Admission | Dog-friendly | Free Parking | Kid-friendly | Indoor Restrooms
* WHY: Shop small, local &amp; sustainable - with talented artisans &amp; small businesses who pour their passions into creating one-of-a-kind products.
How to find us? We'll be outdoors at picturesque Oakbrook Center in three areas of this beautifully landscaped shopping center:
<ol><li>On &amp; around the The Lawn (village green) near Crate &amp; Barrel (east of Macy's) and the big circular fountain.</li><li>Between The Lawn &amp; The District food hall near Alo, Vuori, Pottery Barn Teen/Kids, White House Black Market, Arc'teryx, Swatch, Hollister, and Blue Bottle Coffee.</li><li>South &amp; East of the Apple store near Zara, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, Arhaus, Tecovas, Coach, Sephora, Chanel, Williams Sonoma, David Yurman, Tommy Bahama, Skims, Ralph Lauren, Rivian and Uniqlo.</li></ol>
RSVP &amp; let us know you're coming: <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://OakBrookArtisanMarket.com/RSVP</a> (Free admission &amp; parking both days), and for programming &amp; weather updates. Rain or shine event.
Are you a talented artisan looking to vend in the greater Chicago area?
Learn more about our curated markets in Oak Brook, Naperville, Northbrook, and Chicago (Fulton Market &amp; Ravenswood) at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/vendors</a>
Apply to vend at our markets at <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://OakBrookArtisanMarket....</a> , <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://NapervilleArtisanMarke...</a> or <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>.
(Vendors - we don't charge junk fees just to complete our app online.)
About Oak Brook Artisan Market:
<a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a> is produced by INV Marketing Group, a Chicago area company based in Oak Brook, IL that operates the <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chicago Artisan Market</a> (Fulton Market and Ravenswood), the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a>, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;(CityGate&nbsp;Centre) and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;(Winnetka, IL &amp;&nbsp;Northbrook, IL) - with a new holiday market **coming soon** to the New Ryan Field in Evanston, IL. We’ve been showcasing &amp; supporting small businesses throughout Chicagoland for 20+ years. Founded in 2004, INV Marketing Group LLC also owns and operates <a href="https://stylechicago.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">StyleChicago.com</a> digital media properties and has produced nearly 200 signature events and pop-up markets in the greater Chicago area.

Local Event: Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center (Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4)

Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center...

Join us next Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4 for the 21st edition of the Oak Brook Artisan Market. This market has expanded to 115+ top area &...

Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center (Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4)

St. Barnabas Episcopal Church

Bring your pet to be blessed! Anxious pet? Bring a photo or favorite toy. You're welcome to bring donations of pet food to the Glen House Food Pantry.

Local Event: Blessing of the Animals

Blessing of the Animals

Bring your pet to be blessed! Anxious pet? Bring a photo or favorite toy. You're welcome to bring donations of pet food to the...

St. Mark's Episcopal Church

The McKee Preservation Group, which is raising funds for a planned Native American Cultural &amp; Environmental Center at Churchill Woods Forest Preserve, is hosting a screening of the documentary film Singing Back the Buffalo. Discussion and light refreshments will follow. A $10 donation is suggested at the door.

Local Event: Film Screening: Singing Back the Buffalo

Film Screening: Singing Back the Buffalo

The McKee Preservation Group, which is raising funds for a planned Native American Cultural & Environmental Center at Churchill...

🍁🍂🌻 It’s finally here! Time to start thinking about our favorite autumn event, Fall on Canal.
If you’ve been, you know. 🥰🧡 If you haven’t, there is MUCH to tell you about our twice a year artisan market that takes place along the historic I&amp;M Canal in charming downtown Lemont.
What started in 2017 as 19 vendor street fair in the rain has blossomed into the most special day in downtown Lemont. With 70 well-curated vendors (our biggest yet! ) selling vintage, handmade and boutique wares, you will not want to miss this amazing collection. Along with our talented, hand picked vendors, you’ll also experience live music, great food and fun photo ops, including our favorite guest; The Little Red Truck.
As always, we have a mix of regular vendors who have been with us for years along with new faces sure to charm you. This isn’t your average craft fair! Every detail matters to us!
Here’s a little of what to expect: 🛻 The Little Red Truck 🕯️ Handpoured Candles 🗝️ Salvage &amp; Antiques Finds 💐 Fresh Flowers 🍪 Treats &amp; Bread 🍯 Local honey 🪴 Plants &amp; Moss 🪵 Woodworking 📿 Handmade Jewelry 🏡 Home Decor 🧶 Crocheted Goods 🎃 Seasonal Accessories 🎪 and so very much more
Join us for this special tradition hosted by us 👋👋 Mabel’s Market.
🍁Sunday Oct 4th 🍁 9am-3pm 🍁 $5 entrance 12 and up (at the door or at mabelsmarket.com)Free parking throughout downtown Lemont and in the Metra parking lot, steps from Market entrance

Local Event: Fall on Canal (an outdoor vendor market) 

Lemont

Fall on Canal (an outdoor vendor market) 

🍁🍂🌻 It’s finally here! Time to start thinking about our favorite autumn event, Fall on Canal.
If you’ve been, you know. 🥰🧡 If...

1521 S. Linn White Dr., Northerly Island, Chicago, IL 60605

FEATURING ELDERBROOK LIVE AT SUNSET
The Wellness Retreat is taking over Chicago’s Northerly Island for one unforgettable day of movement, music, mindfulness and connection.
Move alongside leading instructors. Discover fresh ways to feel your best. Recharge by the lake, connect with your people and close out the day with a live sunset performance by Elderbrook.
This isn’t wellness as usual. It’s immersive, energizing and meant to be experienced out loud—together.
AND THAT’S JUST THE BEGINNING.

For more information, <a href="https://speakeasygo.com/the-wellness-retreat/the-wellness-retreat-chicago?eid=EVE-I2830I" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">click here.&nbsp;</a>

(Photo Credit: © 2026 The Wellness Retreat. All rights reserved.)

Local Event: The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet

Chicago

The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind,...

FEATURING ELDERBROOK LIVE AT SUNSET
The Wellness Retreat is taking over Chicago’s Northerly Island for one unforgettable day of...

The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet

Carmelite Spiritual Center

Embark on a spiritual journey with Fr. Bob Colaresi, O.Carm., who brings biblical insights, songs, and a personal slide collection from his experience leading over 1,120 people on 34 Holy Land pilgrimages. This unique armchair experience includes Eucharist and lunch for a $45 fee, offering the wonders of a pilgrimage without the need for a passport.

Local Event: Armchair Holy Land Pilgrimage

Armchair Holy Land Pilgrimage

Embark on a spiritual journey with Fr. Bob Colaresi, O.Carm., who brings biblical insights, songs, and a personal slide...

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