Burr Ridge Village Center

Join us every Friday this Summer from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for rotating fun activities for kids with RC Juggle Entertainment! This week's fun is Balloon Twisting!
 8/21: Balloon Twisting 8/28: Dance &amp; Game Party

Local Event: Friday Fun for Kids: Balloon Twisting at Burr Ridge Village Center

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Friday Fun for Kids: Balloon Twisting at Burr...

Join us every Friday this Summer from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for rotating fun activities for kids with RC Juggle...

Friday Fun for Kids: Balloon Twisting at Burr Ridge Village Center

LH Rooftop

Join us for our fourth annual LH Wooftop Pawty at LH on 22, an exclusive dog‑friendly event, benefiting <a href="https://www.pawschicago.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">PAWS Chicago</a>. This rooftop event is devoted to dog lovers and their cherished pets. It's an ideal setting to enjoy the beautiful early morning views of Chicago. Join us on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. Tickets are priced at $70.
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<h3>What to Expect:</h3>
<ul><li>Enjoy complimentary morning beverages, tasty pastries, and breakfast sandwhiches.</li><li>Treat your pet to specially crafted puppaccinos and doggie treats.</li><li>Take advantage of picturesque photo ops that provide the perfect background for frame‑worthy moments with your pet.</li><li>A portion of proceeds will benefit PAWS Chicago, supporting their mission to build No Kill communities by ending the overpopulation of homeless animals and transforming animal welfare.</li></ul>
<h3>Meet Our Dog-Friendly Vendors</h3>
Bow Wow Bakery: Fresh-baked treats for your four-legged best friend! Stop by for complimentary sample bags while supplies last, then shop a variety of delicious dog treats to take home.
Instagram: <a href="https://londonhousechicago.com/instagram.com/bowwowmeowchi" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@bowwowmeowchi</a>
Yappy Hour:&nbsp;Let your pup sample one of Yappy Hour’s dog-friendly beverages and learn more about their refreshing drinks made just for dogs.
Instagram: <a href="https://londonhousechicago.com/instagram.com/yappyhourbev" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@yappyhourbev</a>
Tucker Pups:&nbsp;Treat your dog to a complimentary pup cup (whipped cream with sprinkles!) and pick up a gift bag of goodies. The Tucker Pups team will also be available to answer questions about daycare, boarding, and professional dog training.
Instagram: <a href="https://londonhousechicago.com/instagram.com/tuckerpups" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@tuckerpups</a>
Pet Portraits by Richard Kasemsarn: Take home a one-of-a-kind keepsake with a live pet portrait created on-site. Richard will be sketching approximately 12–16 portraits per hour.
Live pet portraits: $30 each Instagram: <a href="https://londonhousechicago.com/instagram.com/rixsketchbook" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@rixsketchbook</a>
Pastel Paw Co.: Shop for new pup accessories. Browse high-quality, stylish, and comfortable bandanas. Each bandana is crafted with care and attention to detail, promising a product that stands the test of time.&nbsp;Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pastelpawco" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@pastelpawco</a>
Boujee Pups Accessories:&nbsp;Every guest has the chance to receive a special giveaway from Boujee Pups Accessories, including Milk-Bone or Bocce’s Bakery products, while supplies last.
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<h2>Important Information:</h2>
<ul><li>Each attendee requires a ticket for entry.</li><li>For the comfort and safety of all guests, we request that our furry participants weigh no more than 70 lbs and interact politely with other canine guests.</li><li>While we love all of our furry friends, this is a dogs‑only event.</li></ul>

Local Event: Fourth Annual LH Wooftop Pawty: Dog‑Friendly Rooftop Event at LondonHouse Chicago

Fourth Annual LH Wooftop Pawty: Dog‑Friendly...

Join us for our fourth annual LH Wooftop Pawty at LH on 22, an exclusive dog‑friendly event, benefiting PAWS Chicago. This...

Fourth Annual LH Wooftop Pawty: Dog‑Friendly Rooftop Event at LondonHouse Chicago

Mariano's

Join us for a chic, Italian-inspired summer evening at Mariano’s Lakeview East!
We’re bringing the spirit of the Italian Riviera to Chicago with “Meet Me at Salone,” an immersive pop-up experience in partnership with Mionetto. Sip, sample, and socialize in a vibrant lounge setting designed for connection, discovery, and an unforgettable summer afternoon.
What to expect:
<ul><li>Complimentary Mionetto Prosecco for the first 100 guests, plus branded tote bags</li><li>Aperol Spritz and Mionetto sampling</li><li>Italian-inspired bites from local vendors</li><li>Live DJ setting the tone for the afternoon</li><li>Personalized bottle calligraphy with the purchase of two bottles</li></ul>
Mix and mingle with influencers, media, and the community while enjoying a stylish, elevated in-store experience.
Mariano’s Lakeview East 3030 N Broadway, Chicago Saturday, August 22 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free to attend, while supplies last.
Grab your friends and come toast to summer. Meet us at Salone!
21+ for all alcohol sampling and consumption.

Local Event: Meet Me at Salone! Mionetto Pop-Up! at Lakeview East

Meet Me at Salone! Mionetto Pop-Up! at Lakeview...

Join us for a chic, Italian-inspired summer evening at Mariano’s Lakeview East!
We’re bringing the spirit of the Italian...

Meet Me at Salone! Mionetto Pop-Up! at Lakeview East

Violí Oakbrook

Sip wine and enjoy perfectly paired bites with us at our first Happy Hour Wine Series event on Wednesday, August 26th from 6-8 pm. Get an inside look at some of our favorite wines in Violí's beautiful bar, decorated accordingly for the holidays. 
•&nbsp;WINE SERIES MENU •&nbsp; 
HAMACHI TARTARE apple, lemon soy, crispy kataifi Wine: Lucien Albrecht, Cremant de Alsace, Alsace, France 
SMOKED CHEESE CROQUETTE fig chutney Wine: Delas, Saint-Espirit Cote du Rhone Blanc, Rhone, France 
HARISSA MARINATED HALIBUT pomegranate, lemon Wine: Zoe, Rosé, Peloponnese, Greece 
GRILLED WAGYU florina pepper sauce, fermented sweet chili glaze, pickled fresno chiles Wine: Silverado Vineyards, Heritage Cabernet

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Happy Hour Wine Tasting at Violi

Sip wine and enjoy perfectly paired bites with us at our first Happy Hour Wine Series event on Wednesday, August 26th from 6-8...

Kick off your morning with music, laughter, and farmyard fun! 🌞🎶
Join us at Burr Ridge Village Center’s Entertainment District at 10 a.m. for a lively, interactive concert with Miss Jamie From the Farm—a local children’s favorite known for her engaging performances and original songs. Perfect for little ones ages 1–6, Miss Jamie brings her guitar, puppets, props, and plenty of energy to get kids singing, dancing, and playing along.
Loved for her shows at Mariano’s stores across the state and hundreds of birthday parties each year, Miss Jamie creates a joyful experience that parents and kids can enjoy together. Grab a spot, bring your friends, and get ready for a morning of music and smiles!Every Friday in September at 10am.&nbsp;

Local Event: Miss Jamie's Farm at Burr Ridge Village Center

Miss Jamie's Farm at Burr Ridge Village Center

Kick off your morning with music, laughter, and farmyard fun! 🌞🎶
Join us at Burr Ridge Village Center’s Entertainment District...

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Independence Park

On
 August 25 from 6 - 8 PM, Central Street Evanston invites you to join us
 for the 5th annual summer evening Takeout Picnic in our beautifully-renovated
 Independence Park. Come early to grab your seat and support the 
local Central Street community restaurants by ordering a takeout special
 from one of our many Central Street restaurants. Bring a blanket or 
chair to sit in, grab your takeout picnic dinner, and enjoy an evening 
under the lights.&nbsp;
We are excited to partner with Evanston's Starlight 
Series, featuring Evanston Folk Fest Chicago-area band, Soft Opening. Sponsored by Jackie Mack &amp; More.
Why is this event so important? This is our annual event to support our great Central Street restaurants.

Local Event: Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer Evening Takeout Picnic

Evanston

Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer...

On
 August 25 from 6 - 8 PM, Central Street Evanston invites you to join us
 for the 5th annual summer evening Takeout Picnic...

Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer Evening Takeout Picnic

St Lukes Lutheran Church

The Voices of Hope Community Chorus welcomes singers of all experience levels and voice parts! Whether you’ve sung in a choir for years, are returning to singing after some time away, or simply love to sing and want to try something new, we’d love to have you join us.
We are especially looking for Tenors and Basses, but singers of every voice part are welcome!
Voices of Hope is a caring community of singers who celebrate the joy of music while embracing hope, support, friendship, and connection for those whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. No matter your level of experience, if our mission resonates with you, we invite you to be part of our chorus.
Fall rehearsals begin Thursday, August 27, as we prepare for concerts in mid-November.
Rehearsals: Thursdays, 7:00–9:00 PM Season: January–April &amp; August–November
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church 205 N. Prospect Ave. Park Ridge, IL 60068
Interested in learning more or joining us? Contact Artistic Director Kevin Kelly at <a href="mailto:kevin@voicesofhopecc.org">kevin@voicesofhopecc.org</a> or <a href="mailto:info@voicesofhopecc.org">info@voicesofhopecc.org</a>.
Come sing with us, make new connections, and be part of a community that believes in the power of music and hope!<a href="https://info@voicesofhopecc.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>

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