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Get Out! Your Weekend Planner

This weekend discover the history of women in Morton Grove, free movies and more.

When/Where: Saturday, September 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the American Legion Memorial Center; 6140 Dempster, Morton Grove.
Why Go: Attention crafters! Do you have leftover craft supplies from your many projects, such as yarn, quilting fabric, buttons, stamps, etc.? Would you like to trade those left-overs for other materials you might need for future projects?
Pricing: Free

Women in History Exhibit

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When/Where: Sunday, September 11 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Morton Grove Historical Center; 6148 Dempster, Morton Grove.
Why Go: Stories, photographs and colorful exhibits will be on display showcasing women who have played a role in shaping the Village of Morton Grove.
Pricing: Visit here for details


Teen Movie Night

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When/Where: Friday, September 9 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Niles Teen Center; 373 Golf Mill Center, Niles.
Why Go: Bring a pillow and blanket and get cozy while watching a movie at the Niles Teen Center.Refreshments will be available for purchase and all movies will be either PG or PG-13.
Pricing: $3 for Teen Center members.

Chambers: Anne and Mark Burnell

When/Where: Sunday, September 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Chambers Seafood Grill and Chophouse, 6881 N. Milwaukee, Niles.
Why Go: Come listen to the amazing vocals and all around musical talent of the internationally known pair Anne and Mark Burnell.
Pricing: Buy a drink or dinner.

Classic Movie: Blazing Saddles

When/Where: Thursday, September 8 at 2 p.m. at the Niles Senior Center; 999 Civic Center Dr , Niles.
Why Go: Anyone is welcome to stop by the Niles Senior Center and enjoy the classic spoof of Western movies, โ€œBlazing Saddles.โ€ The highly politically incorrect, but funny, movie was written and directed by Mel Brooks and stars Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder.
Pricing: Free

Back To School Bash

When/Where: Friday, September 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Maine Park Leisure Center; 2701 W Sibley, Park Ridge.
Why Go: Kids in grades 4 through 5 are welcome to come celebrate the new school year with the Park Ridge Park District. There will be a live DJ, pizza and drinks, and some fun games.
Pricing: $5

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