Take & Make: Mexican Mirrors
Friday, Sept. 27, 5 p.m.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a fun craft for all ages inspired by the folk-art designs on the decorative mirrors often sold in Mexican marketplaces. Stop by the 2nd Floor of the Library to pick-up a free craft kit and watch the video tutorial on the LSF Brookfield Library’s Facebook page. 3541 Park Ave.
7th Annual Brookfield First Responders Update
Thursday, September 26, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Cantata Wye Valley
The Brookfield Aging Well Team invites you to their Brookfield First Responders Update for their seventh year in a row. Senior attendees will be provided with the latest information about avoiding scams and staying safe. If you are interested, you will be given the platform to ask your own questions and share your concerns. After all, your safety is one of the neighborhood’s top priorities. Lunch will be provided at 11:30 a.m. and the presentation will begin at 12:15 p.m. 8700 W. 31st St.
Books & Brews: The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood
Thursday, Sept. 26, 7 p.m., Joe’s Saloon
Adults aged 21 and older are welcome to join Books & Brews, a Library book club which meets monthly at local establishments to discuss books, socialize, and enjoy a fine brew. This month, Books & Brews is meeting at Joe’s Saloon on 47th St. during Banned Books Week to discuss The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, one of the most frequently banned and challenged books in the country. Banned Books Week is an annual event that draws attention to the harms of censorship and highlights the value of free and open access to information. 9220 47th St.
The Radio Players are Back!
Friday, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m., Riverside Township Hall
The Riverside Township Radio Players will begin their 26th season this Friday! The season begins with an episode of The Chase entitled “Cathy Sutter Meets James Carter” and The Bickersons “Pink Slip.” The performance is at 7:30 p.m. and is Free in the Auditorium at Riverside Township Hall. For more information go to riversidetownshipradioplayers.com or follow the group on X @radioplayers. If you would like more information about this, please contact Ellie Babka at 708-442-8810 or email babka@att.net. 27 Riverside Rd.
Get Out The Vote Postcard Party
Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, 1:15 p.m. – 3 p.m., LaGrange Public Library
The League of Women Voters of the La Grange Area will sponsor a Get Out The Vote Postcard Party this Sunday. Join the LaGrange Area League of Women Voters in encouraging our neighbors to make a plan to vote by using the IllinoisVoterGuide.org website for nonpartisan election information. They’ll have postcards, pens, addresses and sample messages. Donations of 56¢-postcard stamps or money to buy stamps are appreciated but not necessary. Bring yourself and a friend – members and non-members are welcome! Drop in for 20 minutes or the whole time and join like-minded people working to strengthen democracy! This event is free of charge and open to the public. For more information, email us at league@lagrangearealwv.org. Visit our website at www.lagrangearealwv.org. 10 W. Cossitt Ave.
Family Craft: Wooden Halloween Lantern
Tuesday, October 1, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., Riverside Public Library
Work together at the Riverside Public Library to paint and decorate your own spooky lantern, cut on our Glowforge. Battery operated tea light candles will be provided. Please register as the attending adult and then indicate the number of children you will be bringing. This project is best for an adult with one or two children. If your group has more than two children, another adult must attend and register separately. Limit two projects per family. Registration is required by calling 708-442-6366 or visiting http://www.riversidelibrary.org. This event will also repeat Oct. 15 for those who cannot make it this upcoming Tuesday. 1 Burling Rd.
The OK Classic
Saturday, Sept. 28, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., Veterans Park
The OK Classic is a full-on, fun, and competitive co-ed, 14-inch softball tournament with a focus on inclusion. On the field, we feature a 16-team softball tournament. Off the field, we feature a festival atmosphere with fun for everyone. All together in benefit of the Warriors at Opportunity Knocks. 7550 W. 26th St, North Riverside