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That act of kindness, she said, couldn't have come at a better time. Every year, they choose a different restaurant.
The holiday posada combines U.S. and Mexican Christmas customs Saturday, Dec. 13, featuring kids activities, music, tamales and more.
Everyone is welcome to the manger at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church's living Nativity featuring live animals, Saturday, Dec. 13, in Oak Lawn.
Drop off new, unwrapped toys or gift cards at any Oak Lawn firehouse through Dec. 10. Toys will be distributed at Advocate Children's.
The family event features hot chocolate, kids activities, festive lights and a special Christmas story Friday, Dec. 5, at Lake Shore Park.
Frolic with your fave holiday characters and tell your Christmas wishes to Jolly Old St. Nick, Saturday, DEC. 6, on Oak Lawn Village Green.
A number of national chains, and some local restaurants, are open on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27.
Stop by Yard of the Dead, 10920 S. Keeler Ave. and 13 other houses all entered in Oak Lawn's Halloween house decorating contest.
Residents are asked to leave their porch light on if they plan to participate.
Join the witches for a magical shopping experience at Ghouls Just Want To Have Fun' craft and vendor show, Oct. 26, at the Oak Lawn Pavilion
One non-perishable food item gets you into Chicago Ridge Mall's ultimate 'Day of the Dead' party, Oct. 25, featuring crafts and snacks.
There are plenty of opportunities for kids to get in some extra treat collecting at these area trunk-or- treat events before Halloween.
Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Cook County.
Make some memories at the First United Methodist Church pumpkin patch in Oak Lawn. The patch is open daily through Halloween.
Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Oak Lawn.
Kids are invited to Acorn to Oak Studios in Oak Lawn to paint a paper lantern Oct. 8, then march in a nighttime lantern parade Oct. 11.
Patch has rounded up an array of paranormal ghost hunts and historical tours exploring the haunted past of Chicago and beyond.
RENOWNED OAK LAWN HAUNT REVAMPS THEME & CHARACTERS FOR ITS 12th SEASON
A leaf pile of fall fun awaits Sunday, Sept. 21, at the Oak Lawn Chamber's Fall Family Fest at Richards High School. Fun activities for all!
Explore hundreds of classic cars at Paisan's and Knights of Columbus/St. Germaine Saturday, Sept. 13, and Uncle Bud's Sunday, Sept. 14.
Come out and enjoy live performances all weekend long — from country to Motown, ‘80s hits to Taylor Swift tributes Sept. 5 to Sept. 7.
Enjoy an evening at the fights between boxers ages 9-27 and family fun at St. Catherine Men's Club Charger bouts Sat., Aug. 23.
Vote for your fave Sonic 3 Zone and have some fun before school starts Friday, Aug. 15, at Summer's Last Blast in Centennial Park.
St. Gerald's Fest and Carnival features four days of fun, including bands, bingo, beer, rides, games and raffles Aug. 7 through Aug. 10.
Stop by Halal Fest at Hometown Mercy Mosque this Saturday, July 26, for delicious food, entertainment, cultural booths, pony rides and more.
First United Methodist Church in Oak Lawn is hosting a family community cruise night, July 24. No registration fee for exhibitors.
Meet a fairy and make crafts at Acorn To Oak Studios' free Magical Forest family event, Tiny Art Show, and Second Chance Art Sale, July 26.
Explore tastes and culture from six continents at the World Fair US, July 7 through July 28, at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Oak Lawn.
Staying in town for July 4? The Oak Lawn Park District has plenty of activities planned to keep you entertained.
Celebrate Independence Day at Commissioner's Park in Bridgeview, July 3, for family fun, fireworks, food trucks, the Weinermobile and more.
Stop by the Chicago Ridge Farmers Market Saturday, June 28, for a pet blessing, produce and dozens of vendors.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Oak Lawn
Head over to Narrangansett Park June 26 to June 29, for bands, big rides, beer tent, food, kids games and a big firework show Saturday.
The Oak Lawn Independence Day Parade steps off Saturday, June 28, down 95th Street, followed by a free concert featuring Charles and Co.
St. Nicholas Orthodox Church's popular Greek Fest returns to Oak Lawn featuring music, Greek cuisine and dancing June 14 and June 15.
Hoodwink'd opens the Oak Lawn Sunday Concert Series, Sunday, June 8, on the village green play pop and rock classics from the 70s and 80s.
Applications are open to march in the Oak Lawn Independence Day Parade and post-concert featuring Charles and Company Saturday, June 28.
Check Patch's list of fish fry events happening on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs for the 2024 Lenten season.
Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.