Highland Park Area Events: See What's Coming Up This Week

Highland Park IL

20 September, 2021

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HIGHLAND PARK, IL — Ready to spend a night out with friends? Your Highland Park Patch community calendar is a great way to keep tabs on what's happening near you and discover local events that fit your interests. See what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. Looking to host an event? Whether you're planning a hackathon, a coat drive, or an auction, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. 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 in the Highland Park area: Magic Class When: Monday, September 20th at 4:00 p.m. Where: West Ridge Center What: Magic Class  Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading, and more. All materials are provided and each child receives a magic kit to take home.Instructor: Magic of Gary KantorCost: $21 Resident / $29 Non-resident Pre-registration is req... Learn More EW Cross Country Meet @ Deerpath - Edgewood Middle School When: Monday, September 20th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Edgewood Middle School What: Event listing from Edgewood Middle School: Monday, September 20 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PMMeet starts @ 4:30. Deerpath Middle School95 DeerpathLake Forest, and IL 60045 Learn More Highland Park Sister Cities Foundation When: Monday, September 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Monday and September 20 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMSister Cities Meeting Learn More Featured Event: International Day of Peace and New Public Bench Dedication with the Bahá'is of Deerfield When: Tuesday, September 21st at 12:00 p.m. Where: 901 Chestnut St What: Please join the Bahá'is of Deerfield at the Deerfield train station garden on Tuesday, September 21st at noon as we dedicate a new public bench and commemorate the UN's International Day of Peace. We'll say a prayer for peace and unveil a new public bench. This event will take... Learn More Featured Event: Gorton Center Live: William Florian "Those Were the Days" When: Tuesday, September 21st at 7:00 p.m. Where: Gorton Community Center What: Enjoy an upbeat musical journey of Americas great folk and pop songs of the 60's and 70's with William Florian, world renowned singer songwriter and entertainer. William Florian will perform the music of John Denver, Peter, Paul & Mary, Neil Diamond, The Beatles, Pete See... Learn More Featured Event: Gorton Center Live: William Florian "Those Were the Days" (Leslie Lord) Library U - Beginning Spanish - Highland Park Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 9:30 a.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AMLibrary U - Beginning Spanish Learn More Words Matter, A Show At The Intersection Of Visual Art And Language When: Tuesday, September 21st at 10:00 a.m. Where: Art Center Highland Park What: Show schedule: August 6-Sept 25, 2021. M-F 10am-4pm, SAT 12-4pm. Free admission.In 2021 the constant barrage of words and images through social media, billboards, commercials, etc., forces us to question what we see, hear, and read. Words are carelessly 'vomited' at us without... Learn More Storytime Live! - Highland Park Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 10:00 a.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AMRead stories, sing songs, and more at this storytime, just for preschoolers and their caregiver! Registration required and limited to 10 children; 1 adult per child. Learn More Environmental Issues Book Discussion When: Tuesday, September 21st at 1:30 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PMJoin the Library and Go Green HP to discuss Four Fish: The Future of the Last Wild Food by Paul Greenberg. Learn More EW Girls Volleyball Game @ Edgewood - Edgewood Middle School When: Tuesday, September 21st at 4:15 p.m. Where: Edgewood Middle School What: Event listing from Edgewood Middle School: Tuesday, September 21 from 4:15 PM to 6:30 PMGame starts at 4:15 for 7th grade. 8th grade game to follow.Edgewood vs. Oak Grove (Libertyville) Learn More Library U - Memoir Writing - Highland Park Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 6:30 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMLibrary U - Memoir Writing Learn More Board of Education Meeting (Regular) When: Tuesday, September 21st at 7:00 p.m. Where: Braeside Elementary School What: Event listing from Braeside Elementary School: Tuesday, September 21 from 7:00 PM to 11:59 PMAll dates/times are subject to change. Please check the Board Agenda page on the District website for updates @ https://www.nssd112.org/Page/4093. Learn More Cookin' With Books - Highland Park Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 7:30 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PMTry out recipes from each meeting's cookbook selection, then discuss your experience on Zoom with fellow foodies. Learn More Sports Show Live! - Highland Park Library When: Tuesday, September 21st at 7:30 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Tuesday, September 21 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PMJoin us as we talk about all things sports! Register for login information Learn More Featured Event: State of Healthcare When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Where: Virtual What: Healthcare holds a significant place in the quality of life. U.S. Data and policy implications include that the good health of citizens indeed results in overall better economy. That was never more evident than what we have experienced in our communities during the crisis over... Learn More Featured Event: State of Healthcare (highland park chamber of commerce) Words Matter, A Show At The Intersection Of Visual Art And Langugae When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Where: Art Center Highland Park What: Show schedule: August 6-Sept 25, 2021. M-F 10am-4pm, SAT 12-4pm. Free admission.In 2021 the constant barrage of words and images through social media, billboards, commercials, etc., forces us to question what we see, hear, and read. Words are carelessly 'vomited' at us without... Learn More Memory Cafe - Highland Park Library When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 10:30 a.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Wednesday, September 22 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AMA Memory Café is a safe space and social gathering place for individuals, loved ones, and caregivers who live with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, early Alzheimers, or other dem... Learn More Library U - Beginning Italian - Highland Park Library When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Wednesday, September 22 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PMLibrary U - Beginning Italian Learn More GirlUP Meeting in Room 103 - Edgewood Middle School When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 2:40 p.m. Where: Edgewood Middle School What: Event listing from Edgewood Middle School: Wednesday, September 22 from 2:40 PM to 3:40 PM Learn More EW Girls Volleyball Game @ Millburn - Edgewood Middle School When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 4:15 p.m. Where: Edgewood Middle School What: Event listing from Edgewood Middle School: Wednesday, September 22 from 4:15 PM to 6:30 PMGame starts at 4:15 for 7th grade. 8th grade game to follow.Millburn vs. Edgewood Millburn Middle School640 Freedom WayLindenhurst, IL 60046 Learn More EW Soccer Game @ Millburn - Edgewood Middle School When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 4:15 p.m. Where: Edgewood Middle School What: Event listing from Edgewood Middle School: Wednesday, September 22 from 4:15 PM to 6:30 PMGame starts at 4:15 for 7th grade. 8th grade game to follow.Millburn vs. Edgewood Millburn Middle School640 Freedom WayLindenhurst, IL 60046 Learn More Library U - Advanced Spanish - Highland Park Library When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 6:45 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Wednesday, September 22 from 6:45 PM to 8:45 PMLibrary U - Advanced Spanish Learn More Library U - Mindfulness for Beginners When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Wednesday, September 22 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMMindfulness for Beginners Learn More Featured Event: Lived & Learned: An Intimate Conversation with Lesley Stahl When: Thursday, September 23rd at 7:00 p.m. Where: virtual What: Virtual Conversation to Center Around How to Live Better with Parkinson's, MS and Other Neuromuscular Conditions "Lived and Learned: An Intimate Conversation with Lesley Stahl," will be held on Sept. 23, 2021 at 7 p.m. Presented virtually, the hour-long event features Stahl an... Learn More Featured Event: Lived & Learned: An Intimate Conversation with Lesley Stahl (susan stoga) Words Matter, A Show At The Intersection Of Visual Art And Language When: Thursday, September 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Where: Art Center Highland Park What: Show schedule: August 6-Sept 25, 2021. M-F 10am-4pm, SAT 12-4pm. Free admission.In 2021 the constant barrage of words and images through social media, billboards, commercials, etc., forces us to question what we see, hear, and read. Words are carelessly 'vomited' at us without... Learn More 2 Books & a Craft - Highland Park Library When: Thursday, September 23rd at 1:00 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Thursday, September 23 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PMPreschoolers and siblings are invited to enjoy two stories and create a craft along with Miss Melaina. We will be meeting on Zoom. Registration required. Learn More Fall Book Buzz - Highland Park Library When: Thursday, September 23rd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Thursday, September 23 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMLooking for book suggestions? You'll find plenty to add to your TBR (To Be Read) pile at our annual fall book buzz. Learn More Featured Event: Baker Demonstration School Admissions Play Date (Preschool-K) When: Friday, September 24th at 4:00 p.m. Where: 201 Sheridan Rd What: If you have a child who is preschool or kindergarten age, please join Baker's Admissions Play Date on Friday, September 24 at 4:00 p.m. Baker's Preschool offers half-day and full-day options as well as before and after school options should you need to extend your day. Based o... Learn More Featured Event: Baker Demonstration School Admissions Play Date (Preschool-K) (Rachel Yantis) Words Matter, A Show At The Intersection Of Visual Art And Language When: Friday, September 24th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Art Center Highland Park What: Show schedule: August 6-Sept 25, 2021. M-F 10am-4pm, SAT 12-4pm. Free admission.In 2021 the constant barrage of words and images through social media, billboards, commercials, etc., forces us to question what we see, hear, and read. Words are carelessly 'vomited' at us without... Learn More Outdoor Book Babies - Highland Park Library When: Friday, September 24th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Highland Park Library What: Event listing from Highland Park Library: Friday, September 24 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AMBabies and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in this outdoor storytime. Learn More Autumn Fest When: Friday, September 24th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Heller Nature Center What: Join us in celebrating the beginning of Autumn at Heller with a petting zoo, pumpkin patch, campfire, games, and much more! This is a pre-registered ticketed event. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Ticket sales end September 23. Please bring a valid ID to check-in.Timed e... Learn More Comedy Night w/Headliner Adam Burke When: Friday, September 24th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Madame Zuzu's What: Funnier By The Lake Comedy returns to Madame Zuzu's brand new, larger venue! The ONLY live stand up comedy in Highland Park. THESE SHOWS SELL OUT! GRAB TICKETS TODAY! This month's showcase includes: HOST: Lia Berman Lia Berman has an affinity for Goldfish crackers. When sh... Learn More Featured Event: Highwood Design Week 2021 When: Saturday, September 25th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Downtown Highwood What: Join us September 20-25th for our 3rd annual Highwood Design Week, proudly presented by Benchmark Developers and supported by over a dozen participating businesses in the interior design, building, remodeling, fashion, and art industries. You may know Highwood for its restaura... Learn More Featured Event: Highwood Design Week 2021 (Highwood Chamber of Commerce) Featured Event: Celebrate National Daughters Day With 15 Percent Off Flowers When: Saturday, September 25th at 9:00 p.m. What: Your daughter is the light of your life — and with National Daughters Day coming up on Sept. 25, there's never been a better chance to show her just how much she means to you. In honor of this special day, FTD Flowers is offering Patch readers 15 percent off the retail price o... Learn More Featured Event: Celebrate National Daughters Day With 15 Percent Off Flowers (FTD Flowers) Touch-a-Truck When: Saturday, September 25th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Sunset Woods Park What: Check out the view from the driver's seat! The biggest, coolest, shiniest trucks around will be on display. Stick around for a ride, a game, or a tasty treat (for purchase).Tickets required. Event could be cancelled due to inclement weather. Children must be accompanied by an ... Learn More 2021 Illinois Solar Tour - Highland Park When: Saturday, September 25th at 10:00 a.m. Where: www.illinoissolar.org/Illinois-Solar-Tour What: Illinois Solar Tour goes hybrid: Site previews online now, in-person viewing and video tours set for Sept. 25 Annual event is redesigned, showcasing solar homes and businesses across Illinois through both socially distanced in-person viewing or digital format 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sa... Learn More Words Matter, A Show At The Intersection Of Visual Art And Language When: Saturday, September 25th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Art Center Highland Park What: LAST DAY TO SEE THIS SHOW! Free admission. In 2021 the constant barrage of words and images through social media, billboards, commercials, etc., forces us to question what we see, hear, and read. Words are carelessly 'vomited' at us without regard for their potential effect or... Learn More Digging the Outdoors When: Sunday, September 26th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Rosewood Beach, 883 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park, IL, 60035 What: Dig for buried treasure and excavate our construction site. We'll dig trenches and build bridges to connect our mini residents to Beach City. Children must be accompanied by a paid registered adult. Cost: $12 Register Today! Learn More See more local events, or add your own, on the Highland Park 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.