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Des Plaines Camera Club Show
The always popular group show featuring photographs by members of the Des Plaines Camera Club, which was established in 1952. Read more about the club. Details…
Fall Fest
Fall Fest at Lake Opeka returns for its 17th year! You will not want to miss the three days of family-friendly fun and free concerts! Read more on the Fall…
Sir Ernest Shackleton and the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration
At the moment, the September Coffee Talk is full. If you would like to join the waitlist, please call us at 847-391-5399 or email us at…
“Voicing Our Veterans’ Stories” Opening Reception
“Voicing Our Veterans’ Stories” explores critical moments in a service member’s journey: boot camp, traditions, camaraderie, homecoming, and the lasting…
Community Bike Ride and Walk
Join Bike Walk Des Plaines for their annual family-friendly bike ride and celebration. The event returns this fall with an extra option to take a short hike in…
Oddities Night
Join us at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum for a Victorian Halloween gathering filled with drinks, bites and oddities! This adults-only event will also…
Harvest Hoot
The City of Des Plaines hosts Harvest Hoot at Oakton College every October, which includes live entertainment on two stages, an inflatable corn maze and bounce…
Forest Preserve Fall Festival
Visit our booth at the Fall Festival with the Cook County Forest Preserve District at the River Trail Nature Center! Celebrate the season with a special autumn…
Chicago: Shaping the Airline Industry
This Coffee Talk with Michael Haupt uncovers the critical role Chicago played in forming the airline industry not just for the United States but worldwide. See…
Trunk or Treat
Join us for a fun and festive Trunk or Treat event the whole family will enjoy. Wear your costume and go “door-to-door” visiting all of our decorated trunks…
ARTGUILD26
The highly anticipated annual show of artworks by members of the Des Plaines Art Guild. Watch for details about the show, the reception, and the Artist Talk.
Legacy of Marshall Fields
For over 150 years, Marshall Field and Company was Chicago’s store, run by the most innovative retailer of the 19th century. Chicago natives could easily…
Holiday Tree Lighting
The City gathers in Metropolitan Square for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting event, taking place the first Friday in December. Holiday cheer, live…
Winter Fair
Make it stand out The Winter Fair is an annual holiday artisan market featuring local makers who specialize in creating homemade gifts, art, sweet treats, and…
Rising Up from Indian Country Coffee Talk
The Battle of Fort Dearborn took place in August 1812, as 94 settlers evacuated from Fort Dearborn and were attacked by the local Potawatomi. Historian Ann…