Pick of the Week – An event NOT to be missed…
Sunday, June 26
Author of book about Ronco and Popeil to speak
At 2 p.m., Tim Samuelson, author of the book “But Wait, There’s More!: The Irresistible Appeal and Spiel of Ronco and Popeil,” presents a lecture in the Education Center about his fascination with collecting Ronco and Popeil products and the cultural impact of the phenomenon. Note: The date of this program was listed incorrectly in the EHM printed calendar, please note correct date. Admission: FREE Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457
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Tuesday, June 28
From 12 noon to 2 p.m., the Elmhurst History 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
June 30-July 4
The Zoroastrian Association of Chicago (ZAC) along with the Zoroastrian Sports Committee (ZSC) is bringing the 15th annual Zoroastrian Games (Z Games 2016) to the campus of Elmhurst College. The four-day, six-sports competitive event takes place June 30 to July 4. Info: zathletics.com or the Elmhurst College web site.
Sunday, July 10
The Elmhurst Garden Walk & Faire returns to Wilder Park, offering a Walk through seven different gardens throughout the community. Pick up a guide at the ticket booth in Wilder Park. Faire will feature unique garden accessories, one-of-a-kind pieces and expert advice. Refreshments available for purchase in Wilder Mansion. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Walk, the Faire remains open until 4 p.m. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 day of. Advance tickets can be purchased at Amlings, Carousel, Elmhurst Camera Photo Boutique, enzee Boutique, NuCara Pharmacy and the Uptown Shop. Info: elmhurstgardenclub.org.
Tuesday, July 12
From 12 noon to 2 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum presents “A Vintage Craft” 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, July 13
From 5-8 p.m., the Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts, a new initiative to build a multi-stage venue in downtown Elmhurst, will hold its first social and fundraising event—a summer Patio Party and Open House — at Flight 112 Wine Bar & Restaurant. Stop by to see architectural renderings of the plans.
Friday, July 15
The 28th Annual Stone Open Golf Tournament will take place at Maple Meadows Golf Club, 272 S. Addison Road in Itasca. Proceeds benefit the Elmhurst YMCA’s Scholarship Fund. Lunch at 11 a.m., shotgun start at 1 p.m.; cocktails, dinner at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $500/foursome, $125/individual. Dinner only $40. Info: Leslie Boeckel or Nick Cronin at 630-834-9200 or visit ymcachicago.org.
Saturday, July 16
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Elmhurst Toyota, Elmhurst BMW, and Jaguar Elmhurst will host their annual USO BBQ for the Troops at 440 W. Lake St. in Elmhurst. Open to the public, the event is a fundraiser to support the USO of Illinois as well as local military troops and their families. Info: Daniel Briggs at (630) 279-2160 ext. 2101; or by email: [email protected].
Friday, July 22
The Fourth Annual Superior Ambulance Elmhurst Cycling Classic returns to Elmhurst in and around Elmhurst College and Wilder Park. Races begin at 11 a.m. and continue all day and into the evening for “Racing Under The Stars.” Spectacular event for the whole family. Free.
Ongoing programs:
• Now open 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 1970s 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.
• Now through Sept. 18 during regular museum hours, a special exhibit “Minerals in Food featuring the Rock Café,” is at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave. This exhibit shows a sampling of important minerals found in food and how they help the body function. The Rock Café features 3 balanced meals made of stone. Come in and see what minerals are part of a nutritious diet. The Rock Café was generously donated to the Museum by the Josefeck Family in 2013. Admission: regular admission. Info: call 630-833-1616 or visit lizzadromuseum.org
• 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]
