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May/June 2008 issue is 4/11/08.
MAY
Thursday, May 1
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
FOOD Crazy for Chocolate - Learn how to buy the right chocolate, how
to melt chocolate & more! 7 p.m. Carol Stream Public Library, Carol
Stream. 630-653-0755.
HEALTH Heart Healthy Dining - Dietitian gives practical advice on
how to incorporate a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet. 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Provena Mercy Health Institute, Aurora. 630-859-2222x2946.
LECTURE National Day of Prayer Breakfast - Renowned theologian Rev.
Dr. Erwin Lutzer is guest speaker. 7:30 a.m. Benedictine Univ.
Lisle. 630-829-6195.
NATURE Birding - Learn the basics of birding & search for feathered
friends during a leisurely stroll. Willowbrook Wildlife Ctr, Glen
Ellyn. 630-942-6200.
NATURE Senior Strolls - Join naturalist as you’re led through
Johnson’s Mound Forest Preserve. 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Elburn.
630-232-1242.
Friday, May 2
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
MUSIC Elgin Symphony Orchestra - Performs two of the best-loved
piano concertos of the 20th century. Hemmens Theatre, Elgin. For
times 847-888-0404 or
www.elginsymphonyorchestra.org
NATURE Marsh Melodies - Experience the symphony of frogs, toads,
birds & other wild musicians. 7 - 8:30 p.m. Dick Young Forest
Preserve, Batavia. 630-232-1242.
Saturday, May 3
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
FAMILY Derby Day at Danada - Celebrate the Kentucky Derby at an all
ages event that will include a variety of activities, food & more! 1
- 2:30 p.m. Blackwell Preserves, Wheaton. 630-933-7248.
FAMILY Lilac Queen Coronation - Join us as the 2008 Lilac Queen is
crowned! 1 p.m. Lilac Park, Lombard. 6360-620-7322.
FAMILY Rover Rescue Pet Dog Show - Kids & adults will have lots of
fun w/their canine friends, competing in a variety of challenges! 10
a.m. - 2 p.m. Aurora. 630-897-7454.
FAMILY Country in the Park - Explore the lifestyle of the area’s
early settlers. Sheep herding & shearing. Hummer Park, Downers
Grove. 630-963-1309.
FLEA MARKET Kane County - Dealers display & sell antiques,
collectibles & fancy junque! Kane County Fairgrounds, St. Charles.
630-377-2252.
HEALTH Health Fair - Features fun-filled activities for the
community, free health screenings & meet American marathon record
holder, Khalid Khannouchi! 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Palos Heights.
www.paloschamber.org.
LECTURE Shining through the Living Light - The Spiritual Journey of
Blessed Hildegard of Bingen with Gabriele Ühlein. 10:00 AM – Noon.
Wheaton Franciscan Campus. 630-462-4936
LECTURE Peace Day - People of all ages are invited to gain a fresh
perspective on responsible & peaceful living. $15. Romeoville.
815-834-4028.
MUSIC Glen Ellyn-Wheaton Chorale - Presents “Broadway Melodies”. 3 &
7:30 p.m. Wheaton Academy Fine Arts Center, West Chicago.
630-415-3066.
MUSIC Elgin Symphony Orchestra - See 5/2.
MUSIC The Allegro!!! Show - Enjoy this intensely theatrical,
multimedia presentation. 3 & 7 p.m. Village Players Theatre, Oak
Park. 866-764-1010 or
www.village-players.org
Sunday, May 4
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
ART Stone Sculpting Demo - Learn the tools & techniques a stone
sculptor uses & see how a stone creation emerges. 1 - 4 p.m.
Lizzadro Museum, Elmhurst. 630-833-1616.
CRAFT Lilac Time Art & Craft Show - Browse many arts & crafts for
sale! 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Lilacia Park, Lombard. 630-629-2630.
FLEA MARKET Kane County - See 5/3.
HEALTH Emotional Freedom - Learn the basics of Emotional Freedom
Techniques. Free. 11 a.m. Soder World Healing Arts Ctr., Hinsdale.
630-455-5885.
HISTORY Cemetery Walk - Learn about famous people from Naperville’s
past & mourning customs of the 19th century. 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Naperville Cemetery. 630-420-6010.
MUSIC Elgin Symphony Orchestra - See 5/2.
MUSIC The Allegro!!! Show - See 4/3.
MUSIC The Agape Ringers - Enjoy this exciting, auditioned handbell
ensemble. 4 p.m. First United Methodist Church, Lombard.
630-369-9879
NATURE Spillers, Thrillers & Fillers - Demonstration on how to plant
a great container. 10:30 a.m. Greenhouse, Cantigny Park, Wheaton.
630-668-5161.
NATURE Backpacking Basics - Learn about backpacking gear, trail
etiquette & safety. 1 - 3 p.m. Herrick Lake, Wheaton. 630-933-7248.
NATURE The Magic of Flowers - Learn the enchanting, entrancing
secrets of wildflowers w/a short hike & craft. 1 - 3 p.m.
Fullersburg Woods, Oak Brook. 630-850-8110.
Tuesday, May 6
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
MUSIC String Recital - Performed by the Trinity Christian College.
7:30 p.m. Recital Hall, Ozinga Chapel, Palos Heights. 708-597-3000.
SPORT Active Adult Fishing - Get reacquainted w/fishing. Includes
indoor instruction & hands-on experience. 9 - 11 a.m. Mayslake
Peabody Estate, Oak Brook. 6360-206-9566.
Wednesday, May 7
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
HEALTH Cardiac Wellness - Learn what a heart attack is, exercising
for your heart, high blood pressure & cholesterol mgmt. Provena
Mercy, Aurora. 1-866-776-8362.
LECTURE Battlefield Nursing - Speakers share their experiences as
Battlefield Nurses in Iraq. 7:30 p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton.
630-668-5161.
Thursday, May 8
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
HEALTH Back Pain - Learn about the latest back pain treatments. 7
p.m. Center for Health, Elmhurst. Free. 630-782-7878.
NATURE Lilac Sale - Lilacia Park plant sale. 3 - 7 p.m. Lombard.
630-620-7322.
SINGLES Delightful Dining - Join single professionals for dinner. El
Puente, St. Charles 6:30 p.m. Reservations req. 1 week prior.
630-588-8289.
Friday, May 9
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
ADULTS Hinsdale Cooks! Kitchen Walk - Tour five of Hinsdale’s most
dynamic kitchens. Benefiting Immanuel Hall. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Rain or
shine! Reservations req. 630-542-1282 or 630-789-2600.
CHARITY Petals for Pets - Purchase your spring flowers beautifying
both your yard & the lives of needy animals. Benefits West Suburban
Humane Society, Downers Grove. 630-960-9600x25 or
www.WSHS-DG.org
EXPO The Big Sleep Show - Features seminars & workshops on all major
sleep disorders. Rosemont. 312-565-4623.
FAMILY Father-Son Sports Night - Dads & sons enjoy a real “guys”
night that includes ballgame snacks, games, raffles & hanging with
the Chicago Rush football players! Center for Health, Elmhurst. 6 -
9 p.m. 630-782-7878.
Saturday, May 10
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
CHARITY Petals for Pets - See 5/9.
EXPO The Big Sleep Show - See 5/9.
FAMILY Cast Iron Cooking - Learn useful tips for cooking w/cast
iron. Join in the hands-on preparation of cooking a meal. 12 noon -
2 p.m. Herrick Lake, Wheaton. 630-933-7248.
FAMILY Duck Race - Join the fun for the 19th annual event as plastic
ducks race down the DuPage River along the Riverwalk! 10 a.m. - 1
p.m. Naperville. 630-848-5000.
MUSIC New Classic Singers - Enjoy Magnificat & The Masters an
uplifting concert of beautiful sacred music for chorus &
instruments. 8 p.m. McAninch Arts Center, Glen Ellyn. 630-942-4000.
NATURE Blacksmithing Demonstrations - Watch the blacksmith repair
equipment & demonstrate the tools & techniques of the trade. 10:30
a.m. - 12 noon. & 1 - 3:30 p.m. Kline Creek Farm, Winfield.
630-876-5000.
Sunday, May 11
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
Monday, May 12
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
CHARITY Golf Classic - Chicago Bulls legend Bob Love to host the
26th annual Marklund Golf Classic. 9 a.m. Hilton Chicago-Indian
Lakes Resort, Bloomingdale. 773-474-7150 or
www.marklund.org/golf
LECTURE Digital Television - Learn about “The digital Television
Transition: What You Need to Know”. 7 p.m. Barrington Public
Library, Barrington. 847-382-1300.
MUSIC Frankly - Dean’s Way - Frank Sinatra tribute performed by Dean
Malsack. 7 p.m. Schaumburg Library, Schaumburg. 847-923-3120.
SENIORS Garden Walk - View slide presentation of Trudy Temple’s
Hinsdale garden. 1 p.m. Hosted by Western Springs Seniors Club.
708-246-6276.
Tuesday, May 13
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
HEALTH Heart & Circulation - Learn about heart & circulation
problems. 7:15 p.m. Chicago Gaelic Park, Oak Forest. 708-361-6223.
SPORT Active Adult Fishing - See 5/6.
Wednesday, May 14
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
HEALTH Blood Pressure Screening - Blood Pressure & Diabetes Risk
Factor Screening to see if you are at risk. 8 - 10 a.m. Provena
Mercy, Aurora. 1-866-776-8362.
KIDS PAWs for Reading - Children read to a certified therapy
assistance dog. 6:30 p.m. Carol Stream Library, Carol Stream.
630-653-0755.
LECTURE Nutrition: A Talk for Parents & Children - Learn about the
new food guide pyramid, how to read labels & select & enjoy
nutritious snacks for the entire family. 7 - 8:30 p.m. Naperville.
630-848-5000.
SENIOR Day Trip - Female Legends of Broadway at The Milk Pail; Bus
is leaving at 10:30 a.m. To register call 708-784-8966 or
708-246-9267.
Thursday, May 15
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
HISTORY Small Town Heritage - Discussion on Illinois’ small town
life in the crucial years between the Civil War & WWI. 1 - 2 p.m.
Free. Elmhurst Historical Museum, Elmhurst. 630-833-1457.
NATURE Orienteering for Beginners - Learn basic map & compass skills
that will help you navigate in all types of terrain. 6 - 8 p.m.
Waterfall Glen, Darien. 630-933-7248.
Friday, May 16
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
FAMILY Spring is in the Air - Family-oriented event features games,
activities & more. 6 - 8 p.m. Indian Boundary YMCA, Downers Grove.
630-929-2417.
Saturday, May 17
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
FAMILY Armed Forces Day - Celebrate America’s men & women in uniform
& explore the “tools of their trade” with outdoor displays, period
re-enactors & special programming. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cantigny Park,
Wheaton. 630-668-5161.
FAMILY Spring Celebration - Enjoy interpretive naturalist perform &
visit w/live exotic & ordinary animals w/live music too! 1 - 4 p.m.
Lake View Nature Center, Oakbrook Terrace. 6360-941-8747.
KIDS Bike Rodeo - Learn about bicycle safety in the forest preserves
& enjoy a fun clinic that features a short obstacle course! 9 - 11
a.m. Kline Creek Farm, Winfield. 6360-876-5900.
KIDS Club Saturday Night - Teens grades 6-8 can hang out w/their
friends. Activities include a DJ, dancing, swimming, rock climbing &
more. 7 - 10 p.m. Indian Boundary YMCA, Downers Grove. 630-929-2413.
MUSIC New Horizons Band Spring Concert - Enjoy spring concert music.
3 p.m. Benet Academy, Lisle. 630-829-6094
NATURE Blacksmithing Demonstrations - See 5/10.
SINGLES Delightful Dining - Join single professionals for dinner.
Valentines & The Parlour. 5:30 p.m. Reservations req. 1 week prior.
630-588-8289.
Sunday, May 18
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
FAMILY Lilac Parade - Enjoy the Lilac Parade! 1:30 p.m. Lombard. For
more info call 630-415-2079.
KIDS Fishin’ Kids - Learn to bait a hook, cast, handle fish & rig
your pole. Ages 5-11 w/parent. 10 a.m. - 12 noon. May Watts Park,
Naperville. 630-848-5000.
MUSIC West Suburban Symphony Orchestra - Enjoy Gershwin’s Porgy &
Bess & Kern & Hammerstein’s Show Boat. 4 p.m. Hinsdale Central High
School, Hinsdale. 630-887-7464
Wednesday, May 21
ADULT Active Older Adult Day - Enjoy a day of play for active older
adults. 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Indian Boundary YMCA, Downers Grove.
630-929-2418.
HEALTH Cardiac Wellness - See 5/7.
Thursday, May 22
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
MUSIC 1st Division Army Band - Bring a blanket or lawn chair to
enjoy this free outdoor concert. 7 - 9 p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton.
630-668-5161.
NATURE Perennials: Workhorses in the Garden - Learn about
low-maintenance, long-blooming plants. 7 p.m. Carol Stream Library,
Carol Stream. 630-653-0755.
Friday, May 23
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
NATURE Froggin’ Under the Stars - Identify local frogs by their
calls while learning about seasonal stars & constellations. 8 - 10
p.m. James “Pate” Phillips State Park, Bartlett. 630-850-8110.
STAGE Jerry Stiller - Enjoy an Evening with Jerry Stiller as The
Hemmens Cultural Center ends their 2007-08 season with a laugh! 8
p.m. 847-931-5900. or
www.hemmens.org
Saturday, May 24
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
ART Prairie Arts Festival - Fine art show featuring artists ,food
vendors & live entertainment. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Schaumburg.
847-923-3605.
ART St. Charles Fine Art Show - Features artists from across the
country to exhibit & sell their artwork. St. Charles. 630-513-5386.
FAMILY Teach Your Dog to Catch a Frisbee - Trainers demonstrate how
to train your dog to catch a flying disc. 10 a.m. - 12 noon.
Naperville. 630-848-5000.
SPORT Community Cup 3x3 Soccer tournament - Form your own 3-6 member
team. Ty Warner Park, Westmont. 630-321-1405.
Sunday, May 25
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
ART Prairie Arts Festival - See 5/24.
MUSIC Chicago Brass Band - Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy
this free outdoor concert. 3 p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton.
630-668-5161.
Monday, May 26
FAMILY Memorial Day Remembered - Honor America’s soldiers thru the
traditional speeches & activities of the 1890s holiday. 1:30 p.m.
Kline Creek Farm, Winfield. 630-876-5900.
FAMILY Memorial Day Parade - Annual parade to commemorate Memorial
Day. 12 noon. Downtown Aurora. 630-844-4386.
Wednesday, May 28
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
HEALTH Blood Pressure Screening - See 5/14.
HEALTH Managing Joint Pain - Learn about the causes of joint pain &
what you can do about it. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Provena Mercy,
Aurora. 1-866-776-8362.
Thursday, May 29
LECTURE Benedictine Pedagogy Conference - Conference brings together
religious & academic reps of Benedictine colleges & universities.
Benedictine Univ., Lisle. 630-829-6324 or
www.ben.edu/cmi
NATURE Beginners Guide to Camping - Learn how to sleep in the
outdoors w/o spending a fortune on equipment! 6 - 8 p.m. Adults
only. Blackwell Forest Preserve, Wheaton. 630-933-7248.
NATURE Think Globally, Act Locally - Program on protecting the
environment, saving energy & going green. 7 p.m. Carol Stream
Library, Carol Stream. 630-653-0755.
Friday, May 30
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
EXPO Water Gardens - Comprehensive collection of products & services
for beginning & advanced water gardeners. Darien Sportsplex, Darien.
312-409-2081 or www.mpks.org
Saturday, May 31
CALENDAR
ONGOING EVENTS
CITY EVENT
SPOT LIGHT EVENTS
EXPO Water Gardens - See 5/30.
FLEA MARKET Kane County - Dealers display & sell antiques,
collectibles & fancy junque! Kane County Fairgrounds, St. Charles.
630-377-2252.
LECTURE Circle of Compassion and Hope - The Gifts of Grief, Tears
and Lamentation that lead to Healing, Transformation and New Life
with Alice K. Carroll. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Wheaton Franciscan Campus.
630-462-4936
LECTURE A Profile of Strength - ABC News’ Good Morning America host
Robin Roberts discusses how she is living with breast cancer.
Benefits Breast & Ovarian Cancer Research at Evanston Northwestern
Healthcare. $65. 10:30 a.m. Michigan Shores Country Club, Wilmette.
847-570-5095 or
www.americancraftexpo.org
NATURE Ranger Trek Jr. - Learn about the critters that call the
forest preserves home & join a ranger on a hike to explore a variety
of habitats. 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Waterfall Glen,
Darien. 630-933-7248.
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