Pick of the Week – An event NOT to be missed…
Saturday, June 11 — Special Kids Carnival Day
From 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Special Kids Carnival Day takes place at the Jaycees Carnival where the rides and games are reserved exclusively for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities and their families. Free; registration begins at 9:30 a.m. at the carnival entrance between Prospect and Myrtle in downtown Elmhurst. Sponsored by the Elmhurst Jaycees and Elmhurst Photo Boutique. Info: specialkidsday.org
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Thursday-Sunday, June 9-12
Beginning at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 9, Park Avenue between Prospect and Myrtle will be transformed by rides, games, food vendors and other attractions of the annual Jaycees Carnival, one of their biggest fundraisers of the year. Hours are Thursday and Friday from 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, 12 noon – 10 p.m.; and Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m. Mega passes, allowing unlimited rides all weekend long, are available for $50 each in advance or $60 each once the Carnival has begun. (See special section in this issue.)
Friday, June 10
Relay for Life steps off beginning at 6 p.m., continuing until 6 a.m. on Saturday, June 11 at Berens Park. Form or join a team or just come out for a day of activities and moving ceremonies such as the Survivor’s Lap, the Caregiver’s Lap, the lighting of the luminaria, and numerous other things to see and do. For information, visit RelayforLife.org or call 1-800-227-2345.
Saturday, June 11
Starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave. geologist Sara Kurth presents an introduction to rocks and minerals. This 75-minute program qualifies for Boy and Girl Scout merit badges. Scout groups require adult supervision. Teachers also can earn professional development credit for this class. Reservations are required; call 630-833-1616. Fee: $5 per person. Info: email: [email protected].
Sunday, June 12
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be a BBQ and Classic Car Show hosted by the Elmhurst Knights of Columbus, 537 So. York, in the rear parking lot. Admission is free. Navarro’s Catering will be serving up BBQ Ribs, chicken wings and hot dogs. Entertainment provided by DJ “Big Bopper” Dennis Secara. To enter your classic car, visit elmhurstkofc.org. Fees: $15 online in advance; $20 day of the show. Prizes awarded. Guests are asked to bring gently worn shoes to contribute to “Soles 4 Souls.”
Tuesday, June 14
From 12 noon to 2 p.m., the Elmhurst Historical Museum presents “Old Fashioned Games” as a Summer Fun & Games program for ages 3-12 in the Education Center. Drop-in program, no reservations required. An adult caregiver must accompany children. Fee: Free/members; $3/non-members. Families are invited to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Museum will provide complimentary juice boxes and a sweet treat (while supplies last). Info: 630-833-1457 or visit www.elmhursthistory.org.
Sunday, June 19
During the 1 p.m. honor guard ceremony, David L. Hiles, a U.S. Army veteran who served during Vietnam, will be honored by having his name placed in the Roll of Remembrance at the Veterans Memorial in Wilder Park.
Tuesday, June 21
From 12 noon to 2 p.m., the Elmhurst Historical Museum presents “Cool Catapults to launch cotton balls, etc.” as a Summer Fun & Games program for ages 3-12 in the Education Center. Drop-in program, no reservations required. An adult caregiver must accompany children. Fee: Free/members; $3/non-members. Families are invited to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Museum will provide complimentary juice boxes and a sweet treat (while supplies last). Info: 630-833-1457 or visit elmhursthistory.org
Wednesday, June 22
From 3-4 p.m., students entering grades 3-8 are invited to the Elmhurst Public Library to make a commercial about a product, provided or one of your own. Register as an individual or as a group. After you videotape your commercial, it will be shown at the Elmhurst Public Library’s Student Film Festival on August 26. Register with a valid library card in person, by phone, or at epl.org. Co-presented by Elmhurst Public Library and Elmhurst History Museum in connection with the EHM “But Wait, There’s More!” exhibit. Program continues on July 6 and July 20. Free. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457.
Tuesday, June 28
From 12 noon to 2 p.m., the Elmhurst Historical Museum presents a Summer Fun & Games program for ages 3-12 in the Education Center. This week, come in to craft flipbooks and vintage thaumatropes. Drop-in program, no reservations required. An adult caregiver must accompany children. Fee: Free/members; $3/non-members. Families are invited to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Museum will provide complimentary juice boxes and a sweet treat (while supplies last). Info: 630-833-1457 or visit elmhursthistory.org
Ongoing programs:
• Opening Friday, June 17, is the latest exhibit by the Elmhurst History Museum, “But Wait, There’s More.” The Pocket Fisherman, the Chop-O-Matic, Mr. Microphone—any Baby Boomer of the 1960s or ‘70s remembers America’s most famous TV pitchman: Chicagoan Ron Popeil. Learn his story through “the art of the pitch” interactive video, make-your-own TV commercial in a booth, and explore many of Popeil’s most popular gadgets at hands-on displays. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457
• A support group for family caregivers of older adults meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library’s second floor study room. (Not an Elmhurst Library program.) Info: (630) 833-9665.
• The Elmhurst American Legion, T.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m. Ribs available first Friday of the month. Musical entertainment follows. Karaoke on the second Friday of each month. Bingo on Wednesdays, starting with Early Birds at 6:45 p.m. Info: 630-833-7800.
• TOPS—Take Off Pounds Sensibly—meets on Friday mornings at Grace Lutheran Church 950 S. York Road, Bensenville. Weigh-in at 9:30 a.m., meeting from 10-11 a.m. Info: email Millie at [email protected]
