Recurring on Sundays
Elmhurst Model Railroad Club Sunday open house. From 1-4 p.m. every Sunday at the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, 111 E. First St., and visit the club’s three operating model railroad layouts. For more information, call 630-530-9584 or email: [email protected]
Sunday, Feb. 16
Community education series: Understanding religious of the world and why we don’t need the entire world to be Christian. From 1-2 p.m. presented by Elmhurst Presbyterian Church, 367 S. Spring Road, connect, learn, and take part in building a more inclusive community. Free. For more information, call 630-834-7750 or visit: https://elmhurstchurch.org
Monday, Feb. 17
Memory Café: Golden Age of Hollywood. From 1:30-3:30 p.m. presented free by the Elmhurst Public Library, individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia, or other cognitive or memory impairment disorders, as well as their caregivers, are welcome to join us each month for themed activities that encourage reminiscing and spark memories. On Feb. 17. we take the way back machine to the Golden Age of Hollywood! Live in-person. Registration is required. For more information, call 630-279-8696 or email: [email protected]
Tuesday, Feb. 18
Diana: The Reluctant Princess. From 7-8 p.m. presented by the Elmhurst Public Library, Princess Diana of Wales was an unforgettable personality. Join storyteller Megan Wells as she brings “the people’s princess” to life. This warm, honest portrayal is a trip to Buckingham Palace you will not soon forget. Live in-person and virtually on Zoom. Registration is required. For more information, call 630-279-8696 or email: [email protected]
Thursday, Feb. 20
Artist talk with Jeanine Hill- Soldner. From 7-9 p.m. presented free by the Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 Cottage Hill Ave., Representational artist, Jeanine Hill-Soldner will give an artist talk at the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild meeting in February. For more information, visit: www.elmhurstartistsguild.org
Friday, Feb. 21 through March 2
Restaurant Week. Recurring daily at the Elmhurst City Centre, don’t miss out on Restaurant Week. It’s your chance to discover exciting new dishes and savor exclusive specials at your favorite restaurants. Treat yourself to a culinary adventure. For more information, visit elmhurstcitycentre.com.
Saturday, Feb. 22
Winter reading retreat. From 10 a.m.-4 p.m. presented free by the Elmhurst Public Library, join the library for a getaway to celebrate all things reading. Stay for a while and read a few chapters while enjoying comfy seating and hot beverages. Then, share with others what you’ve been reading. The retreat will be held at the Gathering Room. Retreat: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Book-themed crafts will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the lobby. Trading titles sessions will be held from 11:30 a.m.-noon and 2:30-3 p.m., both at the Gathering Room. No registration required. For more information, call 630-279-8696 or email: [email protected]
Now through Feb. 28
Organic seedlings sale at First Congregational UCC. It’s never too early to start thinking about your spring garden. The First Congregational United Church of Christ’s 11th annual Organic Seedlings Sale is under way. Preorders for certified organic vegetable, herb and annual flower seedlings will be taken through Feb. 28. (Note the early deadline.) Seedlings can be ordered by going to the church’s website: https://elmhurstucc.org/store. Seedlings will be available for pick up at the church’s Green Garden Fair from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 10. The church is located at 235 S. Kenilworth Ave. in Elmhurst.
Elmhurst History Museum
Info: elmhursthistory.org.
Elmhurst Art Museum
Info: 630-834-0202 or visit elmhurstartmuseum.org.