Crafty Creations at Villa Park Library
Young children and their adults can join the Villa Park Public Library and the Friends of the Villa Park Library at the weekly Kiwanis Club Concerts this summer to make a fun craft. Crafty Creations @ the Gazebo will be held on Wednesdays, July 3 to July 31 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Ruggard Gazebo, located near Ardmore Ave. and the Prairie Path in Villa Park. Registration is not required, but supplies are limited. For more information, visit the library’s website at www.vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.
Driver services offices closed for July 4
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all Secretary of State offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. All Secretary of State offices and facilities will be open for business on Friday, July 5. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois.com, to locate the nearest Driver Services facility and the hours of operation. In addition, drivers can change an address, register to become an organ and tissue donor or renew license plate stickers online.
Senior Men’s Club to meet July 2
The Senior Men’s Club will meet July 2 at 1 p.m. in the Fireside Room of the Lombard Bible Church (not affiliated) 111 S. Park Ave. (south side entrance), Lombard. The guest speaker will be Hester Bury, who will talk about the Northern Ill. Food Bank. All men 55 and over are welcome. For more information, call 630-629-2498.
Low-cost wellness care program at Spay Illinois
Every Thursday, Spay Illinois’ Pet Well Clinic, located at 2765 Maple Ave., Lisle, offers appointments for low cost wellness care including pet vaccinations, microchips, heartworm testing, pre-operative bloodwork, dental consultations, comprehensive exams and so much more. Low-cost services are available to everyone and offer even further discounts for families receiving LINK/SSDI/Illinois Medical Card and veterans, too. Appointments are available by calling 630-961-8000 for any upcoming events. You can learn more about the mission and non-profit programs by visiting www.spayillinois.org.
Teen Kickball Night in York Center July 17
One night only, participants will play each other in a fun game of kickball at Villa Roosevelt Field. Participants will cover rules and have staff to make sure games and teams are fair. It’s a great way to spend a summer night with friends out in the fresh air. Staff will have ice cream for all participants. Ages: Grades 6-8. Date: Wednesday, July 17. Time: 5-6 p.m. Fee: $10/resident; $12/non-resident. Location: North Field Villa Roosevelt Park. Register by Wednesday, July 10. Visit www.ycpdfun.com or call 630-629-0886, York Center Park District, 1609 S. Luther Ave., Lombard.
Concerts at Cantigny June 30
Family Concert: Mr. Singer & The Sharp Cookies, Bandshell, 11 a.m. This energetic band with a family focus really rocks. The songs are clever originals augmented by some punky favorites amplified by a bigger-than-life performer and his mates. Lawn seating; chairs and blankets welcome. Free with parking ($10). Outdoor Concert: The Fortunate Sons, Bandshell, 3 p.m. This Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band brings the ultimate CCR experience to the stage. Each member of The Fortunate Sons was chosen to portray the playing style and appearance of CCR in its prime. Vintage instruments and costumes complete the look. Lawn seating; chairs and blankets welcome. Free with parking ($10). Visit Cantigny.org for program information.
Chorale auditions Aug. 12-13
The Glen Ellyn-Wheaton Chorale will be holding auditions for all voice parts on Aug. 12-13. For more information about the Chorale, how to schedule an audition, check out the chorale website, gewchorale.org.
‘Friends Dine Out’ at Villa Park Library
The Friends of the Villa Park Library will hold their next Dine-Out fundraiser on Monday, July 1, from 2-8 p.m. at IDOF-I Dream of Falafel (17W635 Roosevelt Rd.) in Oakbrook Terrace. If customers bring in a printed flyer or show the flier to the cashier on their smartphones, IDOF will give 15 percent of the proceeds from this date and time to the Friends. Customers may also opt to get their food delivered through Seamless.com or Grubhub.com by mentioning the fundraiser in their order. Money received from this Dine-Out will help the Friends support various programs and services at the Villa Park Public Library. Fliers are available on the library’s website or at one of the service desks. For more information, visit the library’s website at www.vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.
Teen Flag Football Night July 22
Teen Flag Football Night: Bring your squad to Villa Roosevelt Park for some flag football. Run the option or pass the Hail Mary. Participants will have a great time playing for the YCPD Flag Trophy. YCPD staff will be there to referee the game. Participants should wear gym shoes only. No cleats. Ages: Grades 6-8. Date: Monday, July 22. Time: 7-8 p.m. Fee: $5/resident; $6/non-resident. Register by: Monday, July 15. Visit www.ycpdfun.com or call 630-629-0886, York Center Park District, 1609 S. Luther Ave., Lombard.
