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Get Out: We Found Crafts, a Boat Cruise and Kung Fu Panda 2
There is also a new park in Des Plaines opening.
Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are some local options to enjoy one of the summer's final weekends.
When/Where: Saturday, Aug. 27, 10:30 a.m., Carlow Drive and Waterford Drive in Des Plaines.
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Why Go: Everyone is invited to play in the new ADA accessible play area with two grade appropriate structures. The park also features an 18 ft. picnic shelter, a sand play area, new seating areas and a new half-court basketball court.
Pricing: Free
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When/Where: Saturday, Aug. 27, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood Ave. in Des Plaines.
Why Go: Terra Brockman, a fierce advocate for sustainable agriculture will share stories about unique tomato varieties that have been passed down over generations. A tasting of heirloom tomatoes will follow the presentation.
Pricing: Free
When/Where: Sunday, Aug. 28, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., participants will leave from Lake Park Clubhouse, 1015 Howard Ave. in Des Plaines.
Why Go: Trip includes: Nature Sanctuary, boat cruise and lunch. Hawthorn Hollow in Kenosha County, Wisconsin includes restored prairie, perennial gardens, a butterfly garden and a dwarf conifer collection. Enjoy a walk through the gardens and two miles of nature trails that wind through the woods of the Pike River Valley. Then, it’s all aboard the Brew City Queen for a lunch cruise down the Milwaukee River and onto Lake Michigan.
Pricing: Residents $56; Non-Residents $61
1st Annual 10th Legislative District Community Resource Fair
When/Where: Dunham Park, 4638 N. Melvina Chicago, Saturday Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m.
Why Go: Anyone can attend the fair, hosted by state Senator John Mulroe, and visit booths providing information about driver’s licenses, fire prevention, child seat safety, forest preserves and other government resources. Also, get a free blood pressure screening, refreshments, and entertainment.
Pricing: Free
Welcome Reception For New Pastor
When/Where: St. John Brebeuf Church; 8307 N Harlem Ave, Niles; after the 5:00 o’clock mass on Saturday, August 27.
Why Go: Welcome the new pastor, Father Meany, to St. John Brebeuf Parish with a reception in his honor.
Pricing: Free
Wildwood Nature Center Anniversary Celebration
When/Where: Wildwood Nature Center; 2701 W Sibley St, Park Ridge; from 10 a.m. till 12 p.m.
Why Go: Celebrate 25 years with the Wildwood Nature Center with a campfire, bounce house, animal feedings, a scavenger hunt and more.
Pricing: Free
When/Where: At the Niles Historical Center; 8970 N Milwaukee, Niles; from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28.
Why Go: Hear guest speaker, Officer Tom Ferraro give a detailed history of Niles from 1832 to 1950. Refreshments will be served after the program.
Pricing: Free
When/Where: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26;
Why Go: Watch the Spartans take on Hersey in the first football game of the season, at home at Glenbrook North. Although two-year starter QB has graduated, Glenbrook North’s lineup still looks good, including junior RB Grant Rushing, .
Pricing: Free
When/Where: 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 27,, Northbrook
Why Go: Enjoy brunch or dinner at Prairie Grass Café and raise money for a new organic garden and outdoor classroom for District 28.
Pricing: 10 percent of proceeds from any meal go to support the district.
When/Where: 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27;
Why Go: Reward completion of the first homework assignments of the year with actor Jack Black and some animated panda kung fu.
Pricing: Free
When/Where: 5-9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28;
Why Go: Event organizers say the car dealership will be transformed into a Caribbean resort complete with casino games, music, prizes and food catered by Wolfgang Puck. Proceeds support the North Suburban YMCA’s Capital Campaign.
Pricing: $125 per couple, $75 individual
When/Where: Wilmette Public Library, Aug. 27 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why Go: Join some great trivia contests, learn some drawing techniques, as well as ComicLife software. Make your cartoon dreams a reality!
Price: Free
American Craft Exposition 2011
When/Where: Aug. 26 to 28, Henry Crown Sports Pavilion at Northwestern University, 2311 Campus Drive, Evanston
Why Go: End the summer by sampling some of the United States’ top crafters. Find the perfect items to add the finishing touches to your home. A portion of the proceeds go to NorthShore’s research on Ovarian cancer.
Price: $15 for a three-day pass, $5 for children 10 and under
As Good as Gold Golden Retriever Rescue of Northern Illinois
When/Where: Aug. 27 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Pet Supplies Plus in Morton Grove, 7204 Dempster St.
Why Go: See some cute pups and meet volunteers from As Good as Gold, Golden Retriever Rescue of Northern Illinois who will be on hand to answer questions about pet adoption.
Price: Free
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