Pick of the Week – The Elmhurst event NOT to be missed!
Thursday, Aug. 1
Cathy Richardson performs at Spring Road Gazebo
From 6:30-8:30 p.m., the Spring Road Business Association invites the public to Music At The Gazebo, Spring Road and the Prairie Path. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, picnics. NO ALCOHOL. This week: Cathy Richardson, Elmhurst’s own Grammy-nominated Rock Goddess.
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Thursday, Aug. 1
From 6-8 p.m., all are invited to the Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 at Spring Rd. and Butterfield in Elmhurst, for “Cars Under the Stars & Stripes,” a car show for the whole family. Visitors are invited inside the Legion to enjoy $5 food specials.
Sunday, Aug. 4
From 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum invites residents to bring their photographs pertaining to Elmhurst history to be digitally scanned to add to the Museum’s growing digital collection. Seeking photos of Elmhurst homes, family, schools, streets and scenery, large gatherings such as parades and parties. Museum staff will scan them (with written permission) and provide participants with digital copies to keep. If you have photos to scan, but can’t make it on Aug. 4, please contact the Museum for an appointment on another day. Info: 630-833-1457 or elmhursthistory.org.
Thursday, Aug. 8
• From 6-8 p.m., all are invited to the Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 at Spring Rd. and Butterfield in Elmhurst, for “Cars Under the Stars & Stripes,” a car show for the whole family. Free and open to the public. Visitors are invited inside the Legion to enjoy $5 food specials.
• From 6:30-8:30 p.m., the Spring Road Business Association invites the public to Music At The Gazebo, Spring Road and the Prairie Path. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, picnics. NO ALCOHOL. This week: Lake Effect, performing pop and standards.
Friday, Aug. 9
The Park District offers the last “Party in the Park” for the summer, this month at East Park, where all ages are invited for fun activities. The Park District will provide bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes, giveaways and refreshments. Eco the Raccoon might make an appearance. Free and open to all ages.
Sunday, Aug. 10
Freedom & Dignity Fest, featuring a concert by Toby Keith, will take place at Schaumburg Boomers base-ball field in Schaumburg as a benefit to Café Liberty, a culinary training program for veterans and their families. Bands begin at 3 p.m.; Toby Keith to perform at 9 p.m. For tickets and info, visit freedomanddignityfestival.org.
Sunday, Aug. 11
At 2 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum presents a free gallery talk with Curator Dan Bartlett, as he shares details about some of Chicago’s earliest “Worlds of Wonder” venues, their iconic rides, and their places in the lives of Chicagoland residents. Drop in program, no registration required. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457.
Monday, August 12
From 1 – 4 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum is hosting its final Museum Maker Monday of the summer. This month, explore the music of Woodstock as Americans remember the iconic concert’s 50th anniversary. Kids and caregivers can play games, complete a craft, and picnic on the grounds weather permitting. Craft supplies available while supplies last. Drop-in program appropriate for elementary age children accompanied by an adult, no registration required. Info: 630-833-1457 or elmhursthistory.org.
Thursday, Aug. 15
• From 6-8 p.m., all are invited to the Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 at Spring Rd. and Butterfield in Elmhurst, for “Cars Under the Stars & Stripes,” a car show for the whole family. Visitors are invited inside the Legion to enjoy $5 food specials.
• From 6:30-8:30 p.m., the Spring Road Business Association invites the public to Music At The Gazebo, Spring Road and the Prairie Path. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, picnics. NO ALCOHOL. This week: Mr. Myers Band, reggae, calypso and beach music.
Saturday, Aug. 17
The Elmhurst Public Library hosts its second-annual Local Author Fair, where guests can meet local authors who discuss, answer questions, sell, and sign copies of their books. Submissions from local authors are accepted now through Aug. 10. An Elmhurst Public Library card is not required to participate. Approved applicants are able to sell books at the fair.
Ongoing programs:
Elmhurst Farmers Market
• Every Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. now through Oct., the Elmhurst Farmers Market will be held at the municipal lot just east of York Road on Vallette. Local farmers, bakers and others will have fresh fruit, vegetables, bread, pastries, cheese, flowers, honey, soaps and more. For best parking, come before 10 a.m. or after 12 noon. Info: yorkandvallette.com
• Widows or Widowers (WOW) meet every third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 537 S. York Road. Admission: $5 per person includes live entertainment. Info: Dave at 630-620-4060 or visit WOW.cfsites.org.
• The Elmhurst American Legion, T.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m. New York steaks are 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.
