Get Out: Women in History Exhibit, Chili Cook-Off and Storyteller for Kids

When/Where: Friday, Sept. 23 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 24 at 8 p.m., Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker St. in Des Plaines.
Why Go:This timeless classic is one of the most delightfully irreverent musicals of all time. A satire of big business and all it holds sacred, “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” follows the rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, who uses a little handbook called "How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying" to climb the corporate ladder from lowly window washer to high-powered executive, tackling such familiar but potent dangers as the aggressively compliant "company man," the boss' whiny, nepotistic nephew, the office party, backstabbing co-workers, caffeine addiction and, of course, true love.
Pricing: $22 Seniors/Students, $24 Adults, $16 Children under 12


When/Where: Sunday, Sept. 25 at 1-3 p.m., Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker St. in Des Plaines.
Why Go: What to do with all of those tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, and such? Learn some tips and tricks for cooking your bounty. Tomato Sauce from the Garden; Nicoise Salad with fresh garden beans and potatoes; Zucchini Strata; Cucumber Salad and more. Also learn some tips about  extending your garden time with fall plantings.
Pricing: $27

Resident Appreciation Night
When/Where: Saturday, September 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the ; 987 Civic Center Drive in Niles
Why Go: All Niles residents are welcome to help celebrate Niles being awarded Bloomberg BusinessWeek’s Best Place in the U.S. to Raise Kids. The Fitness and Senior Center will be open and there will be swimming, open gym, crafts, billiards, casino play and pizza.
Pricing: Free for all residents.

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International Fest
When/Where: Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25 at 2 p.m. at the ; 6960 W. Oakton St. in Niles.
Why Go: Enjoy complimentary food from restaurants around the area while watching dance performances from around the world.
Pricing: Free

Ceremony Honoring Polish Artist at Katyn Memorial
When/Where: Sunday, September 25 at 12 p.m. at ; 6800 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Niles.
Why Go: Honor Polish sculptor Wojciech M. Seweryn by going to a ceremony where there will be an official unveiling of a street sign naming the cemetery section of Milwaukee Avenue in honor of Mr. Seweryn.
Pricing: Free

Chili Cookoff
When/Where: Friday, Sept. 23 at St. John Brebeuf Parish Ministry Center, 8305 N. Harlem Ave. in Niles. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Why Go: Get your spoon ready to taste various cooks’ efforts, and watch the friendly rivalry. Kids will also get hot dogs and a movie.
Pricing: $7 adults, $2 ages 5 to 12, under 5 free. $20 family maximum.


When/Where: 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23;, 1150 Willow Road in Northbrook.
Why Go: Sit back and relax to the smooth sounds of jazz saxophonist Skinny Williams while enjoying a drink or a meal at Pinstripes.
Pricing: Free


When/Where: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24;, 1201 Cedar Lane in Northbrook.
Why Go: Plop the kids in front of LeMonnier for a U.S. history lesson made fun through songs and stories.
Pricing: Free

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When/Where: Build Your Own Scarecrow at noon, bonfire at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25;, 1510 Wagner Road in Glenview.
Why Go: Get in the spirit of fall by making a scarecrow and sharing cider and s’mores around a bonfire at beautiful Wagner Farm in Glenview.
Pricing: $5 to build a scarecrow, $3 for the bonfire


When/Where: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25; Wood Oaks Green, 1150 Sanders Rd, Northbrook
Why Go: Take a 3K or 1 mile walk in the park, then spend the day having fun at during this fundraiser for the, a nonprofit that connects teenagers and kids with special needs.
Pricing: Registration is free; entrants are encouraged to raise funds for the Friendship Circle.

When/Where: 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25; Gallery Park, Patriot Blvd. and Navy Blvd. in Glenview.
Why Go: Help fight blood cancer during this walk to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Northbrook’s own Garry Denk, 39, a lymphoma survivor, will be honored prior to the walk.
Pricing: $20 suggested donation for registrants; participants encouraged to raise money for LLS


When/Where: Saturday, Sept. 24, 8 a.m., 8930 Waukegan Road in Morton Grove.
Why Go: Plenty of produce, pie and family fun this Saturday at the Morton Grove Farmers' Market. Join us for a homemade pie contest, hay rides, face painting, apples, cider, live music and more!
Pricing: Free

Taste of Arlington
When/Where: 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24; 2200 W Euclid Ave. in Arlington Heights.
Why Go: Join us as we say farewell to another great season at Arlington Park! Celebrate the final days of the season with an exciting weekend of live racing and entertainment, sweepstakes, prizes, food and beverage specials and more!
Pricing: Free


When/Where: Sunday, Sept. 25, 10:30 a.m., 600 S. See Gwun Ave. in Mt Prospect.
Why Go: The event honors long time Morton Grove resident Jack O’Brien who was not only an avid golfer, but long-time community volunteer and co-founder of the Action Party of Morton Grove (along with the late former Mayors Richard Flickinger & Dan Scanlon).  A scramble golf format followed by a buffet dinner at the club house are features of this annual event along with a raffle for prizes.  For information on how to obtain tickets to attend for golf, dinner or both; please contact Terri Cousar, Action Party Secretary.
Pricing: $30


When/Where: Sunday, Sept. 25, Noon, Harrer Park, 6250 Dempster St. in Morton Grove.
Why Go: There will be fun and excitement for cowpokes for all ages including: arts and crafts, petting zoo, inflatable, hay rides, food vendors and more!
Pricing: FREE


When/Where: Sunday, Sept. 25, 2 p.m., 6240 Dempster St. in Morton Grove.
Why Go: Be among the first to experience the stories, photographs and colorful exhibits on women who have played a role in shaping the Village of Morton Grove, from the founding families through modern day.  Plan to tour the Haupt-Yehl House and the Museum Education Center exhibits and archives during our celebration.

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