The Prairie Park

Don’t miss The Prairie Park 4th Annual Kite Fly on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12–2 PM at The Prairie Park, 11625 S. Oakley Ave., Chicago, IL. Free children’s drawing of two kites. Water and snacks provided. Suggested donation of $5 is greatly appreciated. This year’s event is dedicated to the memory of our founding Board member, Treasurer, and fellow kite enthusiast, Dr. Milton Chandler, who passed away in March. Join us as we honor his legacy and celebrate the joy of flying kites together. In case of rain, please check <a href="https://theprairiepark.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">theprairiepark.org</a>
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Local Event: Annual Kite Fly

Cook County

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Illinois

Annual Kite Fly

Don’t miss The Prairie Park 4th Annual Kite Fly on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12–2 PM at The Prairie Park, 11625 S. Oakley...

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Chicago

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Chicago Metropolitan Area

Evergreen Park

Alsip-Crestwood

Oak Lawn

South Side

Lauren Traut

Oak Forest

Palos

Hyde Park

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Tinley Park

Orland Park

Fiber Friends Studios

Fiber Friends Studios is marking its anniversary weekend in conjunction with national Local Yarn Store Day, a nationwide celebration of independent yarn shops. The shop is a hub for knitting, crochet, embroidery, and sewing enthusiasts. The first 10 shoppers will receive a door prize. Join the celebration with champagne and cake from 3:00–5:00 PM

Local Event: Local Yarn Store Day

Local Yarn Store Day

Fiber Friends Studios is marking its anniversary weekend in conjunction with national Local Yarn Store Day, a nationwide...

Orland Park Civic Center

Sports Cards and More Show
Shopping Hours with 85 sports card and memorabilia vendor tables are 9 am to 2 pm @&nbsp;Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park, IL.&nbsp;

Make a whole day of it and score some fantastic finds!

Show Admission and Youth Policy
Adults 18 and Up: $1
Ages 12 and Under are admitted FREE, but MUST be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times.
Ages 13 to 17&nbsp;are admitted for $1 each, but MUST&nbsp;be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times.&nbsp;
For safety reasons we cannot make exceptions to the youth policy.Snacks, Lunch and Dinner OptionsThe Snack Shack will be open in the front lobby during the show with $1 packaged snacks, bottled water and canned soda.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For lunch or early dinner options...Burger 21, Buona Beef, Submarine City, P.F. Changs, The White Sheep, Dairy Queen and other delicious restaurants are nearby for your during and after-show noshing pleasure! Patrons are totally welcome to return to the show if you leave for lunch!&nbsp;
Door&nbsp;Prizes
Winner MUST Be Present @ Door Prize Drawing Times. No Exceptions.&nbsp;
Please support our generous door prize sponsors!&nbsp;We highly recommend our generous door prize sponsors Burger 21 (14650 South LaGrange in Orland Park) for the best burgers in town, Buona Beef (9525 W. 131st St @ LaGrange and 131st St in Orland Park) for the best Italian Beef sandwiches in town, and Nothing&nbsp;Bundt Cakes (14360 S. LaGrange in Orland Park) for the best desserts in town!&nbsp;
Every Paid Adult Guest 18+, each&nbsp;Paid Teen Guest 13-17&nbsp;accompanied and supervised by their Paid Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian, and every&nbsp;Child Guest 12 and Under,&nbsp;accompanied and supervised by their Paid Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian receives one Door Prize Drawing Ticket.
10:30 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $5 Burger 21 Gift Card
11:00 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $5 Burger 21 Gift Card
11:30 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $21 Burger 21 Gift Card
12:00 Door Prize
FREE Buona Original Beef Sandwich or Buona Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Topping @ Buona Beef Orland Park and FREE Bundtlets For A Year @ Nothing Bundt Cakes of Orland Park
12:30 Grand Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate, FREE Buona Original Beef Sandwich or Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Topping @ Buona Beef Orland Park and One Full-Size Nothing Bundt Cake
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Local Event: Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, April 26, 2026 - 9 am to 2 pm

Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic...

Sports Cards and More Show
Shopping Hours with 85 sports card and memorabilia vendor tables are 9 am to 2 pm @ Orland Park...

Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, April 26, 2026 - 9 am to 2 pm

Community High School District 218 Administrative Center

<a href="https://www.chsd218.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Community High School District 218</a> will host a meeting for parents of students with disabilities who attend private or home schools at 9 a.m., Tuesday, April 28, 2026.&nbsp; Special education staff will conduct the meeting at the D218t Administrative Center, 10701 S. Kilpatrick Ave., Oak Lawn.

Special education staff will discuss the district’s plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private schools or home schools within District 218 during the 2026-2027 school year.&nbsp; Any parent of a homeschooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and lives in District 218 is encouraged to attend.
For more information, contact CHSD 218 Director of Special Education Dustin Cochrane at 708.424.2000 x2563.

Local Event: Dist. 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

Dist. 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With...

Community High School District 218 will host a meeting for parents of students with disabilities who attend private or home...

Dist. 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

Local Event: CHSD 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

CHSD 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With...

CHSD 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

Old Western Avenue & Broadway Street

Mai Fest is back for the 5th year bigger than ever!&nbsp; With over 100 artisan vendors, 4 live bands, and food and drink, it promises to be a great day!&nbsp; A great way to celebrate Mother's Day weekend..find mom the perfect gift, or spend the day perusing the handmade goods and enjoying the live music.&nbsp; The fest runs from Noon to 5pm.&nbsp; There is free parking available in the city lots off of Western Ave north of the Cal Sag, and there will be a free shuttle to transport folks from the lots to and from the fest.

Local Event: Mai Fest 2026 Arts & Crafts Street Fair

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Mai Fest 2026 Arts & Crafts Street Fair

Mai Fest is back for the 5th year bigger than ever!  With over 100 artisan vendors, 4 live bands, and food and drink, it...

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