Chicago: See This Week's Upcoming Events In The Area

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26 July, 2021

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CHICAGO, IL — Hoping for a family outing? Below, we've included some of this week's top events from Chicago. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. Hot tip: If you 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 a few events happening this week throughout Chicago: Featured Event: Spanish Course for Beginner Adults Zoom When: Monday, July 26th at 7:30 p.m. Where: WORLDWIDE Online What: Our fun Spanish courses for beginners prepares you for real life Spanish! Join your small group class via ZOOM. We meet once a week for 1 hour.After taking our 6 week Beginner Course you will be able to: Meet & greet Spanish speakers confidentlyOrder at a restaurant ( ba... Learn More Featured Event: Spanish Course for Beginner Adults Zoom (Delilah Ortiz) Dinos Everywhere! When: Tuesday, July 27th at 9:30 a.m. What: Now through September 6, 2021 The zoo's popular Dinos Everywhere!, sponsored by Meijer, returns for a limited time through September 6, and 2021. A few surprises will be featured on some of the 40 animatronic dinosaurs to make them even more lifelike. Located throughout the 216-ac... Learn More PlayMakers Laboratory's SUMMER OF STORIES When: Tuesday, July 27th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Palmer Park What: PlayMakers Laboratory is pleased to present Summer of Stories and a series of free theater performances for children and families presented in parks on Chicago's South and West sides. The shows feature stories written by Chicago students during creative writing workshops conducte... Learn More Life Time Open Water Swim Clinic When: Tuesday, July 27th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Ohio Street Beach What: Coming off of the COVID-19 pandemic, athletes have had less access to pools to train for an open water swim. With the Chicago Triathlon coming up on August 29, wellness pioneer and event producer Life Time wants to help race participants, as well as aspiring swimmers, get re-i... Learn More Outdoor Broadway Pre-Concert Event: Songs Under the Stars When: Tuesday, July 27th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ravinia Festival What: For Chicagoland folks who love Broadway!  On Tuesday, July 27, the Ravinia Associates Board is hosting this cabaret-style evening under the stars! Tickets are $40 and include your concert ticket, drinks, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and and exclusive program with Broadway stars Betsy... Learn More Chicago Dogs vs. Kane County Cougars When: Tuesday, July 27th at 7:05 p.m. Where: 9850 Balmoral Ave What: Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Kane County Cougars at Impact Field in Rosemont. Chicago Dogs games welcome fans of all ages for a one-of-a-kind experience where every day is fan appreciation day. During Tuesday games, fans can take advantage of a special "Friends &a... Learn More PlayMakers Laboratory's SUMMER OF STORIES When: Wednesday, July 28th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Douglas Park Cultural And Community Center What: PlayMakers Laboratory is pleased to present Summer of Stories, a series of free theater performances for children and families presented in parks on Chicago's South and West sides. The shows feature stories written by Chicago students during creative writing workshops conducte... Learn More Super Fun Paint Night Party! When: Wednesday, July 28th at 6:00 p.m. Where: La Voûte Bistro and Bar What: It's the Summer and we've been in the house way too long!!! Join us for an All White Paint Party and take pictures in the Secret Garden!  Bring along a friend or come make new ones! There will be:  Music Door PrizesFUN, FUN, FUN  Dress to IMPRESS. Just $35 includes all materia... Learn More Chicago Dogs vs. Kane County Cougars When: Wednesday, July 28th at 7:05 p.m. Where: 9850 Balmoral Ave What: Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Kane County Cougars at Impact Field in Rosemont. During this "Wiener Wednesday" home game, the Chicago Dogs will play as the "Chicago Wieners" in specially-branded uniforms. Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs during the game. Learn More Opera Festival of Chicago – Dante 700 When: Wednesday, July 28th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Artifact Events What: More than a year after the COVID-19 pandemic canceled all live performances, opera returns to Chicago stages this summer with a new two-week festival. The inaugural season of the Opera Festival of Chicago will take place from July 24 to August 5, 2021 at performance venues acr... Learn More Featured Event: NEWCITY Hosts Maggie Speaks featuring Michael Glabicki for "Sounds of Summer" When: Thursday, July 29th at 7:00 p.m. Where: NEWCITY What: NEWCITY welcomes internationally renowned cover band Maggie Speaks along with special guest Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root for the "Sounds of Summer" outdoor concert series. Since 1998, Maggie Speaks has provided high quality, experienced, and customizable musical entertain... Learn More Featured Event: NEWCITY Hosts Maggie Speaks featuring Michael Glabicki for "Sounds of Summer" (D. Ortiz) Chicago Dogs vs. Kane County Cougars When: Thursday, July 29th at 6:05 p.m. Where: 9850 Balmoral Ave What: Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Kane County Cougars at Impact Field in Rosemont. During this "Thirsty Thursday" home game, fans can enjoy $2 domestic drafts along with a post-game fireworks display. Learn More Opera Festival of Chicago – Dante 700 When: Thursday, July 29th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Artifact Events What: More than a year after the COVID-19 pandemic canceled all live performances, opera returns to Chicago stages this summer with a new two-week festival. The inaugural season of the Opera Festival of Chicago will take place from July 24 to August 5, 2021 at performance venues acr... Learn More Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" When: Friday, July 30th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 4406 Willowbend Dr What: The MARY EVE THORSON MUSEUM FOR TEACHERS is sharing exhibits from July through August in order to make people smile! Countless persons have come over and taken photos, some have driven by and honked in approval, others have returned with friends! The lovely displays are FREE t... Learn More Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" (Myra Kathryn Richardson) Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" When: Friday, July 30th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 4406 Willowbend Dr What: The MARY EVE THORSON MUSEUM FOR TEACHERS is sharing exhibits from July through August in order to make people smile! Countless persons have come over and taken photos, some have driven by and honked in approval, others have returned with friends! The lovely displays are FREE t... Learn More Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" (Myra Kathryn Richardson) "Tech Guards" to Save Chicagoans' Phones from Summer Mayhem When: Friday, July 30th at 11:00 a.m. Where: North Avenue Beach What: Experts from uBreakiFix by Asurion will provide free select device repairs Summer is the most dangerous season for phones – from dunks in the lake, to sand in your charging port, to overheating in the sun. Last summer alone, tech repair retailer uBreakiFix by Asurion saw a nea... Learn More Kadampa International Summer Festival When: Friday, July 30th at 7:30 p.m. Where: https://kadampafestivals.org/summer What: THE VERY ESSENCE OF MODERN KADAMPA BUDDHISM The NKT-IKBU International Summer Festival 2021, July 30 - August 14 - two weeks of inspiring empowerments and teachings from the two most senior Teachers in NKT, with a short retreat in each week. IMPORTANT NOTICE ~ UPDATED APRIL 28... Learn More Nettlehorst French Market When: Saturday, July 31st at 8:00 a.m. Where: The Nettelhorst School What:  Join us on Saturday mornings for a French styled open air market featuring fresh produce, baked goods, local retail businesses and community groups! Learn More Caffeine and Chrome-Classic Cars and Coffee at Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis When: Saturday, July 31st at 9:00 a.m. Where: Gateway Classic Cars, 1237 Central Park Drive, O'Fallon, Illinois, 62269, United States What: Cruise into Gateway Classic Cars for Caffiene and Chrome with your collectible car or daily driver to share with the car community. All makes and models are welcomed! Indulge in coffee and donuts, while supplies last. Gather around the car community on the last Saturday of eve... Learn More Chinatown Summer Fair When: Saturday, July 31st at 10:00 a.m. Where: 2200 S Wentworth Ave What: This year's Chinatown Summer Fair will be a two day event on July 31 and August 1, 2021. Saturday will be from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. This neighborhood street festival will open with a lion dance procession at 12:30 p.m., a welcome at 1 p.m. on... Learn More The Loretto Hospital Free Summer Screening Series Kick Off Event When: Saturday, July 31st at 11:00 a.m. Where: Gus Uncle Remus & Guilty pleasurez bakery What: The Loretto Hospital and Loretto Hospital Foundation today announced a free summer screening series designed to heighten community awareness and intervention against the health risks disproportionately impacting Chicago's West side. The "Don't Stress, Take the Test!" series wi... Learn More Music in the Park: The Forge Sings Disney When: Saturday, July 31st at 5:30 p.m. Where: The Forge: Lemont Quarries What: Come down to The Mount and enjoy talents from Chicago, New York, & LA as they sing out your favorite tunes at The Forge Sings. Performers have appeared on TV, national tours, and in regional theatres across the country. You never know who might show up! Savor our delicious... Learn More Featured Event: Free Family Mini Photo Session When: Sunday, August 1st at 9:00 a.m. Where: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 What: We're a small, female-run company of 22 team members whose mission is to make professional photography more accessible to the community while providing stability and opportunity for freelance photographers. All of our 30 minute mini sessions are free to book and take place out... Learn More Free Family Mini Photo Session (Rachel Wasserman) Kitchen + Kocktails To Open in Chicago Late Summer 2021 When: Sunday, August 1st at 11:00 a.m. Where: 444 N Wabash Ave What: Set to open August 2021, Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley, the dynamic comfort food concept, is pleased to announce the opening of its second U.S. location, to debut in Chicago's River North neighborhood. The new restaurant, located at 444 N. Wabash, will feature elevated c... Learn More Chinatown Summer Fair When: Sunday, August 1st at 12:00 p.m. Where: 2200 S Wentworth Ave What: This year's Chinatown Summer Fair will be a two day event on July 31 and August 1, 2021. Saturday will be from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. This neighborhood street festival will open with a lion dance procession at 12:30 p.m., a welcome at 1 p.m. on ... Learn More Personal Protection Survival Training for Women, Girls, Boys 9 and up $35 When: Sunday, August 1st at 12:00 p.m. Where: 8519 191st St Unit # 29 What: ONLY 16 SPOTS REMAIN FOR THIS CLASS THE FACILITY located at 8519 w 191st street in Mokena, Illinois is hosting our last Personal Protection survival training for all women, girls & boys 9 years old and up at this location. This class is recommended for everyone from junior... Learn More See more local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Chicago 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.