Elmhurst Area Weekday Events: Check Out What's Happening

Elmhurst IL

19 July, 2021

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ELMHURST, IL — Wondering what there is to do in the Elmhurst area this week? Don't miss what's new on your Elmhurst Patch community calendar. See what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. Want to see your event in the next roundup? You can add it to the calendar using this form. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this week's events in and around Elmhurst: Betty Crocker and Her Cookbook Talk - Elmhurst location When: Monday, July 19th at 1:03 p.m. Where: Lexington Square Retirement Community of Elmhurst What: Learn about Betty Crocker and her cookbook that changed how America cooks. Join us if you're feeling like cooking up some nostalgia. RSVP required: 630-832-5959. Learn More Ciao Italia! When: Monday, July 19th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Elmhurst Public Library What: Interested in the language and customs of Italy? Improve your Italian language skills (all skill levels welcome) while exploring a different Italian city each month. Live on Zoom. Register to receive the information to join. Learn More Wilma Rudolph & Andy Stanfield: Olympic Heroes When: Tuesday, July 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Elmhurst Public Library What: Learn about two Black athletes who beat the odds and became Olympic gold medal winners. As a sickly child, Wilma Rudolph was told she would never be able to walk. Her family refused to give up and, with their help, she learned to not just walk, and but run! Rudolph became the firs... Learn More Betty Crocker and Her Cookbook Talk - Lombard location When: Wednesday, July 21st at 1:30 p.m. Where: Lexington Square Senior Living Community of Lombard What: Learn about Betty Crocker and her cookbook that changed how America cooks. Join us if you're feeling like cooking up some nostalgia. RSVP required: 630-629-2900. Learn More LGBT+ Trivia When: Wednesday, July 21st at 8:00 p.m. Where: Elmhurst Public Library What: Celebrate Pride, test your knowledge and compete for prizes online. Trivia will cover LGBT+ representation in media, pop culture, and history. For the best experience, use a laptop to access the YouTube Live presentation while using a smartphone to submit your answers. Regist... Learn More Elmhurst Business Connection When: Thursday, July 22nd at 8:00 a.m. Where: Elmhurst Public Library What: Join Fox Valley SCORE mentors for a roundtable discussion on new topics each month. Meet with business owners in the Elmhurst community to get advice, network and share experiences with peers. July 22nd - Bring your thoughts, challenges, and toolbox to this Roundtable to lear... Learn More Adult Book Discussion: The Revisioners by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton When: Thursday, July 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Where: Elmhurst Public Library What: In 1924, Josephine, who escaped slavery as a child, now proudly owns her own farm. Nearly 100 years later, her descendant, Ava, is a single mom who suddenly loses her job. She agrees to move into the New Orleans mansion of her white grandmother, Martha, to become her companion... Learn More Adult Book Discussion: The Revisioners by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton When: Thursday, July 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Elmhurst Public Library What: In 1924, Josephine, who escaped slavery as a child, now proudly owns her own farm. Nearly 100 years later, her descendant, Ava, is a single mom who suddenly loses her job. She agrees to move into the New Orleans mansion of her white grandmother, Martha, to become her companion... Learn More Featured Event: Giant Steps Mini Cooper Challenge & Family Fun Day When: Saturday, July 24th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Giant Steps What: Welcome to the thrill of motorsports competition, in a fun safe environment. Join everyday drivers, like yourself, in an unforgettable day at the Mini Cooper Challenge. Your driving experience will be exhilarating, intense, and memorable, while supporting individuals with au... Learn More Featured Event: Giant Steps Mini Cooper Challenge & Family Fun Day (Terry Williams) FREE-Family Food Giveaway When: Saturday, July 24th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Immanuel Lutheran Church What: FREE-Family Food Giveaway for those in Need. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2317 S. Wolf Rd. Hillside, IL 60162 NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED! A variety of bagged groceries, meals, bread, juice, dairy, meat and produce for families struggling to make ends meet. Food Distribution BEGINS ... Learn More Saturday Stories When: Saturday, July 24th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Elmhurst Public Library What: Enjoy stories, music, and movement, just right for families to share together. Best for age 1-5. Live on Zoom. Register to receive the information to join. Learn More Tiny N Tall 5k & Bark in the Park with the Schaumburg Boomers When: Sunday, July 25th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Wintrust Field What: This warm weather has us feeling excited for our upcoming 5k at the Schaumburg Boomers! Grab your your dog & gym shoes and come join us at our very first 5K! You don't have to be a runner, feel free to walk the 5K! The 5k will take place at the Schaumburg Boomers stadium ... Learn More Check out all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Elmhurst Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.