Downers Grove Area Events: See What's Coming Up This Weekend

Downers Grove IL

07 October, 2021

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DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Curious about what to do in the Downers Grove area this weekend? See what's new on your Downers Grove Patch community calendar. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. Wondering how you can add your own event? Whether you're planning a career fair, a cooking class, or a conference, 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 weekend in and near Downers Grove: Featured Event: Science and Engineering (2nd-6th grades) When: Thursday, October 7th at 4:00 p.m. Where: The Center for Gifted, 533 W. North Ave., Ste 30, Elmhurst, IL. 60126 What: Founded in 1983, The Center for Gifted offers bright, gifted and talented children and teens, a wide variety of classes which are challenging, creative and fun! With a inventive, effective approach to education, classes inspire enthusiasm for learning, and a desire to e... Learn More Featured Event: Science and Engineering (2nd-6th grades) (Elaine Abercrombie) Direct Action Club Meeting - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Thursday, October 7th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Thursday and October 7 from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM Learn More Parent Teacher Conferences - Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch When: Thursday, October 7th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch: Thursday and October 7 from 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM Learn More Board of Education - Policy Committee Meeting When: Thursday, October 7th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Chsd 99 What: Event listing from Chsd 99: Thursday, October 7 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Learn More Teacher Conferences - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Thursday, October 7th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Thursday, October 7 from 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM Learn More Featured Event: Sonny Acres Farm is open for our annual Fall Festival NOW - October 31 When: Friday, October 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Sonny Acres Farm What: Spooky Season is upon us! Sonny Acres Farm is open for our annual Fall Festival NOW - October 31. Fun for all ages, the fest offers the chance to pick the perfect pumpkin, eat, drink and enjoy the various new amusement rides, haunted experiences, train and pony rides, a giant ... Learn More Featured Event: Sonny Acres Farm is open for our annual Fall Festival NOW - October 31 (Salvatore Swanton) BOE Financial Advisory Committee meeting When: Friday, October 8th at 7:00 a.m. Where: Downers Grove GSD 58 What: Event listing from Downers Grove GSD 58: Friday, October 8 from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM Learn More Teacher Conferences - Non Attendance Day When: Friday, October 8th at 7:00 a.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Friday, October 8 from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a correction? Contact us at conte... Learn More Football vs. Glenbard West High School When: Friday, October 8th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Friday, October 8 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Learn More Football vs. Glenbard West Varsity - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Friday, October 8th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Friday, October 8 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM Learn More MATILDA THE MUSICAL - presented by Beverly Theatre Guild Chicago When: Friday, October 8th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Morgan Park Academy Arts Center, 2153 W 111th St, Chicago, IL, 60643 What: Local Premiere of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Chicago, IL - Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the... Learn More Featured Event: Garage Sale - OCT 7-9 2021 10:00AM - 5:00PM When: Saturday, October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 520 72ND STREET What: Tools, patio furniture, baking & cooking, household - too numerous to mention.  No early sales.  In an effort to ensure safety for all, request that masks be worn. Learn More Featured Event: FREE-Family Food Distribution When: Saturday, October 9th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Immanuel Lutheran Church What: FREE-Family Food Distribution Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2317 S. Wolf Rd. Hillside, IL 60162 NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED! 11am-1pm or until we run out of food. A variety of bagged groceries, meals, bread, juice, dairy, meat and produce. Food Distribution BEGINS AT 11:OOam-1pm, or ... Learn More Featured Event: FREE-Family Food Distribution (Put Your Hands Together) Music Bowl at DGS (Marching Band) - Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch When: Saturday, October 9th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch: Saturday, October 9 (all day) Learn More Illinois 16/8 Hour Concealed Carry License Training & a Bonus Training Hour Free When: Saturday, October 9th at 8:00 a.m. Where: 8519 West 191st Street, Mokena, Illinois, USA What: The Facility located at 8519 w 191st street is having an Illinois 16 and 8 Hour concealed carry class on October 9th and 16th from 8am to 4pm and October 24th and 31st from 8am to 4pm. This class meets all the requirements the Illinois State Police requires to get your conceal... Learn More Lunch and A Movie - Seaspar When: Saturday, October 9th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Seaspar What: Event listing from Seaspar: Saturday, October 9 from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PMJoin us after Saturday Superstars for more fun! SEASPAR will provide lunch from Portillo's! We'll be enjoying our lunch while watching the new movie, Jungle Cruise. This special event pairs well with Satur... Learn More Rental - American Legion Post 80, Downers Grove, Illinois When: Saturday, October 9th at 4:30 p.m. Where: American Legion Post 80, Downers Grove, Illinois What: Event listing from American Legion Post 80, Downers Grove, Illinois: Saturday, October 9 from 4:30 PM to 11:00 PM100pRep: *DaveBar: TBD Learn More Games Galore - Seaspar When: Saturday, October 9th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Seaspar What: Event listing from Seaspar: Saturday, October 9 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMIt's a game of LIFE and the pursuit of fun at SEASPAR's game night. Don't be SORRY and miss this party! A light snack will be served. Learn More MATILDA THE MUSICAL - presented by Beverly Theatre Guild Chicago When: Saturday, October 9th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Morgan Park Academy Arts Center, 2153 W 111th St, Chicago, IL, 60643 What: Local Premiere of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Chicago, IL - Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the... Learn More Featured Event: Alzheimer's Education Webinar: 10 Warning Signs When: Sunday, October 10th at 5:00 a.m. Where: Via Zoom What: Join us as we host three 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's event series on 10/10 We host three free education programs via phone or online on Sunday, October 10. The series kicks off with Conozca Las 10 Señales De Advertencia in Spanish, then two programs in English with bonus c... Learn More Featured Event: Alzheimer's Education Webinar: 10 Warning Signs (Mayra) Featured Event: Chicago Political & Pop Culture Memorabilia Show When: Sunday, October 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Hilton Garden Inn Schaumburg What: BUYING - SELLING - TRADING Political, Suffrage, Causes, Protest, Unions, Military, Advertising pin back buttons, posters, ribbons, postcards, medals, badges, Novelty MEMORABILIA. BRING your political items to sell at an instant auction or just for Appraisal. Children receive a... Learn More Featured Event: Chicago Political & Pop Culture Memorabilia Show (Barbara Zaczek) Featured Event: Inquiry! (3rd-5th graders) When: Sunday, October 10th at 1:00 p.m. Where: The Center for Gifted, 533 W. North Ave., Ste. 30, Elmhurst, IL. 60126 What: Founded in 1983, The Center for Gifted offers bright, gifted and talented children and teens, a wide variety of classes which are challenging, creative and fun! With a inventive, effective approach to education, classes inspire enthusiasm for learning, and a desire to expan... Learn More Featured Event: Inquiry! (3rd-5th graders) (Elaine Abercrombie) Naper Settlement Tour - Seaspar When: Sunday, October 10th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Seaspar What: Event listing from Seaspar: Sunday, October 10 from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PMEnjoy a beautiful tour of Naper Settlement with your friends in downtown Naperville. We will learn about the history of the past and how it relates to the present, from pioneer times to today. Please eat lu... Learn More MATILDA THE MUSICAL - presented by Beverly Theatre Guild Chicago When: Sunday, October 10th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Morgan Park Academy Arts Center, 2153 W 111th St, Chicago, IL, 60643 What: Local Premiere of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Chicago, IL - Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the... Learn More Non Attendance Day - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Monday, October 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Monday, October 11 (all day) Learn More Non- Attendance Day - Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch When: Monday, October 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch: Monday, October 11 (all day) Learn More Day Off School - Seaspar When: Monday, October 11th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Seaspar What: Event listing from Seaspar: Monday, October 11 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PMLooking for something fun to do on your day off school? Spend time with your SEASPAR friends as we travel throughout the community. Our day includes games, sports, and crafts. Please bring a sack lunch. Learn More Chess Team - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Tuesday, October 12th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Tuesday, October 12 from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM Learn More Winter One Acts Auditions - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Tuesday, October 12th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Tuesday, October 12 from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Learn More FOFA Meeting - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Tuesday, October 12th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Tuesday, October 12 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Learn More Yoga Club - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Wednesday, October 13th at 7:10 a.m. Where: Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S What: Event listing from Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S: Wednesday, October 13 from 7:10 AM to 7:40 AM Learn More See all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Downers Grove 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.