Pick of the Week
Saturday, Sept. 17
Heritage Foundation’s 7th annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest
From 1 to 6 p.m., the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation will host the 7th annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest on the grounds of the Elmhurst History Museum. Proceeds from the event support the Elmhurst History Museum programs and exhibits. Stay up to date at elmhurstcraftbeerfest.com or follow us on social media at @ElmhurstCraftBeerFest on Facebook, @elmhurstcraftbeerfest on Instagram or @BeerElmhurst on Twitter for the latest information.
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Saturday, Sept. 17
• From 9 a.m. until 12 noon, volunteers are invited to help clean-up the Elmhurst Great Western Prairie. Please arrive and be ready for our orientation meeting at 9 a.m. sharp. Dress for outdoor work (work gloves, long pants, long-sleeve shirts) and for the weather. The group will meet in Elmhurst at the corner of Berkley Avenue and Illinois Prairie Path. Info: epd.org/parks/Elmhurst-great-western-prairie.
• From 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Spring Road will hold its annual Fall Fest featuring a large petting zoo, carnival games, photo cutout boards, snack food and drinks. Bring cash for snacks. All activities will be at the Wild Meadows Trace Park (by the intersection of Prairie Path Ln. and Spring Road near the Gazebo). Info: springroad.com
• The Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 1220 Kensington Road in Oak Brook, presents Smithsonian Museum Day & Lapidary Demonstrations. Museums from all 50 states are offering free admission to Museum Day ticket holders. There will be ongoing demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All ages welcome. Free admission but sign up for a Smithsonian Museum Day ticket at smithsonianmag.com/museumday/. Info: 630-833-1616 or lizzadromuseum.org.
• Beginning at 5:30 p.m., the Knights of Columbus, 537 So. York St., will celebrate Oktoberfest. At 7 p.m., the Chicago Big Band will perform. Tickets are $20 for one brat, two sides, one beer or soda and dessert. Tickets available at elmhurstkofc.org.
Sunday, Sept. 18
• From 12:15-2:30 p.m., the SHE Single Mothers Event will take place at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W. Brush Hill Rd. Complimentary lunch for all who attend, moms and kids, and childcare will be provided for ages 3-12 during the program. Info: elmhurstcrc.org/she or email [email protected].
Monday, Sept. 19
• The Chicago Accordion Club meets on the third Monday of every month from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Elmhurst American Legion, 310 W. Butterfield Rd. Visitors are welcome. Every meeting fee includes professional musical entertainment and pizza. Admission is $12 for members and $15 for non-members.
• The Elmhurst Centre for the Performing Arts (ECPA) presents its inaugural artist Cathy Richardson for an acoustic evening at Elmhurst Hall, 119 No. York. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show begins at 7 p.m. A Q&A session will be moderated by York choral and theatre director, Becky Marianetti. Limited general seating. Visit ecpa-elmhurst.org for tickets and information.
Wednesday, Sept. 21
At 7 p.m., the Elmhurst Chapter of the Citizens Climate Lobby will meet in the upstairs gathering room at the Elmhurst Public Library. Discussion will include the Inflation Reduction Act, the upcoming midterm election and changing the trajectory of energy use. To attend virtually, send an email to [email protected] to receive a link.
Saturday, Sept. 24
• Beginning at 2 p.m., the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 1220 Kensington Road in Oak Brook, presents a 60-minute lecture “Explorers of Deep Time.” Did you ever dream of being a “dinosaur hunter” growing up? What comes to mind when you hear someone is a “paleontologist?” Paleontology is one of the most visible yet misunderstood fields of science. In his talk, Dr. Roy Plotnick will provide a behind-the-scenes look at paleontology as it exists today in all its complexity. His lecture explores topics from his book Explorers of Deep Time, which will be available for purchase and signing after the presentation. Regular Museum admission applies, reservations recommended. Register at lizzadromuseum.org.
• At 7 p.m., the ESO will host harmonica master Howard Levy in concert at the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church to kick off its new season. General admission tickets are $35; reduced-price tickets available for students and seniors. Tickets are available online at ElmhurstSymphony.org/event/the-amazing-howard-levy. Info: 630-941-0202 or elmhurstsymphony.org.
Sunday, Sept. 25
Beginning at 2 p.m., the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 1220 Kensington Road in Oak Brook, presents Solisti Di Camera String Quartet. Small ensemble music programs continue at the Lizzadro Museum this fall, where guests can experience the Solisti Di Camera String Quartet featuring cello, viola and violins playing a selection of music from the Baroque to Classical. The 50-minute performance will include a brief discussion about the music selections. All ages welcome. Admission: $15 per person. Limited capacity, registration required. Register at lizzadromuseum.org.
If your club or organization is planning a special event, live OR virtually, send the information to [email protected] and put “Community Calendar” in the Subject line. The Calendar also appears at theindependentnewspapers.com.
Elmhurst History Museum’s new exhibit
Now on display: ‘Eat Your Heart Out: Iconic Chicagoland Foods.’ Explore the history of many classic Chicago food traditions as well as the often-colorful innovators and establishments that earned the devotion of generations of foodies, including Vienna Beef, Portillo’s, Lou Malnati’s and more. Info: elmhursthistory.org.
Ongoing programs:
• By All Accounts: The Story of Elmhurst
Experience local history through an award-winning exhibit about how the City of Elmhurst grew and developed over the years, including a history of the Glos Mansion and family. Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst.
Elmhurst Art Museum
The first solo museum show of Pilsen-based street artist Sentrock, whose real name is Joseph Perez, will open at the Elmhurst Art Museum Friday, Sept. 9 and will remain through Sunday Jan. 15 Info: elmhurstartmuseum.org.
