Downers Grove Area Weekend Events: Check Out What's Happening

Downers Grove IL

18 November, 2021

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DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Looking for things to do in the Downers Grove area this weekend? Patch has you covered with several events and happenings taking place this week in and around Downers Grove. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. Hot tip: If you want to see your event in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and around Downers Grove: Featured Event: It's a Wonderful Live - Live Radio Play When: Thursday, November 18th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Timothy Christian High School What: Join us by kicking off the holiday season with this heartwarming, timeless classic that will remind us of hope found in the small yet important gifts in life. Timothy Christian School High School Drama Club presents "IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO SHOW" at 7pm on Novembe... Learn More Featured Event: It's a Wonderful Live - Live Radio Play (Katie Crichton) Direct Action Club Meeting - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Thursday, November 18th 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 November 18 from 3:30 PM to 4:00 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 c... Learn More German Club Meeting - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Thursday, November 18th 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 November 18 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 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 c... Learn More Sign Language Club Meeting - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Thursday, November 18th 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, November 18 from 3:30 PM to 4:00 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 c... Learn More Pick-a-Palooza Giveaway Table - Downers Grove Public Library When: Thursday, November 18th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Thursday, November 18 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMVisit the Pick-a-Palooza table in the lobby to talk to staff about books, pick up an extra raffle entry for this week's Pick Packs, and spin the prize wheel. This event was originally... Learn More ONLINE Facebook Sales: Marketplace & Garage Sale Groups When: Thursday, November 18th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Thursday, November 18 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMInstructor Lauren Gonzalez demonstrates the best practices for posting on Facebook Marketplace and in Garage Sale Groups. Learners should have taken a basic Facebook class. This event... Learn More Virtual: Beginning Steps in Chinese Genealogy When: Thursday, November 18th at 6:30 p.m. What: Are you interested in knowing more about your Chinese ancestry? Accredited genealogist Kelly Summers will teach the steps for you to begin your search for Chinese ancestors. Register here: https://downersgrove.libnet.in... The Chinese culture is very family-centric and for tho... Learn More ONLINE Genealogy: Beginning Steps in Chinese Genealogy When: Thursday, November 18th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Thursday, November 18 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMAre you interested in knowing more about your Chinese ancestry? Accredited genealogist Kelly Summers will teach the steps for you to begin your search for Chinese ancestors. This even... Learn More Board Meeting - Downers Grove Township When: Thursday, November 18th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Township What: Event listing from Downers Grove Township: Thursday, November 18 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMhttps://www.dgtownship.com/clerk/agendas-minutes-videos/ This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host be... Learn More Winter One Acts Studio Play - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Thursday, November 18th 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: Thursday, November 18 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 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 c... Learn More Featured Event: Christmas Open House & 125th Anniversary Sale When: Friday, November 19th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Hortons Home Lighting What: One Weekend Only: Friday, November 19th – Sunday, November 21st 20% Off* (Retail Price) LIGHTING, CHRISTMAS & DECOR! Hortons has Everything You Need to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays: Lighting, Lamps, Mirrors, Prints, Furniture, Home Accents, Indoor and Outdoor Décor,... Learn More Featured Event: Christmas Open House & 125th Anniversary Sale (Cortney Frahm) Featured Event: 42nd Annual Wild Bird Seed Sale When: Friday, November 19th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Capital Pet Food & Supply What: 42nd Annual Wild Bird Seed Sale starts Friday November 19 and ends Wednesday November 24. All wild bird seed and accessories on sale!  (708)-798-4800 Learn More Featured Event: 42nd Annual Wild Bird Seed Sale (Capital Pet Food & Supply) Featured Event: ClaySpace Holiday Market When: Friday, November 19th at 4:00 p.m. Where: ClaySpace What: Please join our artists as they put their works on display for you. A huge selection of ceramics, art, ornaments, and gifts by over 20 local artists will be available to purchase. Choosing to shop local, to support the arts, to find one of a kind items, and to enjoy the sho... Learn More End of Trimester - Downers Grove GSD 58 When: Friday, November 19th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Downers Grove GSD 58 What: Event listing from Downers Grove GSD 58: Friday, November 19 (all day) 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 [email protected], ... Learn More Pick Packs: Book Bundle Giveaway (Week 3) - Mon., Nov. 15 thru Sun., Nov. 21 When: Friday, November 19th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Friday, November 19 (all day)Enter to win a themed book bundle featuring 12 titles, including a favorite selection from a Staff Picks Curator. Two new bundles will be raffled off each week in November! This event was originally ... Learn More DECA Meeting - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Friday, November 19th 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, November 19 from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM 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 con... Learn More Tai Chi for Beginners When: Friday, November 19th at 12:30 p.m. What: New 6 weeks program will start soon. Sign up today. Bring your friend to receive $10off.  I am certified Tai Chi instructor, certified Acupressurist and certified Medical Qigong Practitioner.  Learn More Friday Afternoon Movie - Planes, Trains & Automobiles (Comedy; R) When: Friday, November 19th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Friday, November 19 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMA Chicago advertising man must struggle to travel home from New York for Thanksgiving, with a lovable oaf of a shower curtain ring salesman as his only companion. ~from IMDB This event ... Learn More Adventures in Travel - Australia When: Friday, November 19th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: G'day, mate! With his tapestry of original photographs and a deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski illuminates ten months of backpacking and working in the Land Down Under. While visiting exotic destinations including the Australian Outback, Great Barrier Reef... Learn More Adventures in Travel - Australia - Downers Grove Public Library When: Friday, November 19th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Friday, November 19 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PMJoin the Friends of the Library as they host Awesome Australia presented by Brian Michalski. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Pleas... Learn More Featured Event: Gospel Justice Center Launch When: Saturday, November 20th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Community Christian Church What: Community Christian Church – Downers Grove makes justice for all possible Downers Grove, IL — Community Christian Church – Downers Grove is establishing a Gospel Justice Center to provide affordable legal guidance and counsel for neighbors in need. We are supported by Administ... Learn More Featured Event: Gospel Justice Center Launch (Matt Czyl) Food Drive - for The Cupboard - Downers Grove Public Library When: Saturday, November 20th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Saturday, November 20 (all day)Bring nonperishable food for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members. Click for a list of items accepted/not accepted. Donate in the lo... Learn More REGISTERED Storytime - (Please account for EACH person in your group!) When: Saturday, November 20th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Saturday, November 20 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AMJoin us for picture books, songs, and activities designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and ... Learn More Dr. Victoria Koenig's Happy Chirogiving event When: Saturday, November 20th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 5509 Belmont Rd, Suite E, Downers Grove, IL, 60515 What: This Saturday is Dr. Victoria's 4th Annual Happy Chirogiving event. As an expression of gratitude Dr. Victoria will be offering an exam or adjustment in exchange for a nonperishable food item from 10am until 2pm. This is by appointment only. All proceeds will be donated to S... Learn More Dope Sandwich Food Truck at Alter Brewing Co. When: Saturday, November 20th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Alter Brewing Company What: They're coming baaaaaaaack! Join us for some delicious hand crafted eats from our favorite sandwich samurais on Friday November 20th at 5pm. Learn More Winter One-Acts Studio Play - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Saturday, November 20th 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: Saturday, November 20 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 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 c... Learn More Handbell Lights for Christmas When: Saturday, November 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: 1032 Maple Ave What: The Chancel and Westminster Ringers of the First United Methodist Church of Downers Grove are presenting their annual Christmas concert Sat. Nov. 20 at 7 pm. Tickets are $8 in advance; $10 at door. Masks are required inside the church. For more information call or text Pattie ... Learn More SRA Disney Trivia Night - Seaspar When: Saturday, November 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Seaspar What: Event listing from Seaspar: Saturday, November 20 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMDo you like Disney trivia? Well if you do, this program is for you! Join your friends from SEASPAR and other SRAs for a fun night of Disney Trivia, virtually! This event was originally posted on a public ... Learn More The Facility Force on Target / Illinois 16/8 Hour CCL & 3 Hour CCL Renewal classes & More When: Sunday, November 21st at 8:00 a.m. Where: 8519 West 191st Street, Mokena, Illinois, USA What: The Facility in Mokena located at 8519 w 191st street is hosting a large variety of classes for you to protect your family and yourself. We are a low cost training facility who takes pride in teaching civilians with a lot of experience and knowledge how to properly defend them... Learn More Brews & Yoga When: Sunday, November 21st at 11:00 a.m. Where: Alter Brewing Company What: Yoga is back in the Barrel Room at Alter!! Join us on November 21st with friends and fellow beer fans for a refreshing 1 hour yoga session, led by our wonderful instructor Kelly. Afterwards, relax alongside your classmates in the taproom with a brew of your choice. Tickets ar... Learn More USNA - American Legion Post 80, Downers Grove, Illinois When: Sunday, November 21st at 12:00 p.m. Where: American Legion Post 80, Downers Grove, Illinois What: Event listing from American Legion Post 80, Downers Grove, Illinois: Sunday, November 21 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PMRep: Bruce This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have ... Learn More Virtual: An Afternoon with Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario When: Sunday, November 21st at 2:00 p.m. What: Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario discusses her experience covering Afghanistan for 20 years and shares powerful images that she captured. Lynsey Addario covers major conflict zones across the globe and is a regular contributor to National Geographic, The ... Learn More ONLINE An Afternoon with Lynsey Addario - Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist When: Sunday, November 21st at 2:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Sunday, November 21 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMPulitzer Prize-winning photojouralist Lynsey Addario discusses her experience covering Afghanistan for 20 years and shares powerful images that she captured. This event was originally p... Learn More Friendsgiving - Seaspar When: Sunday, November 21st at 5:00 p.m. Where: Seaspar What: Event listing from Seaspar: Sunday, November 21 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMEnjoy a delicious dinner while hanging out with your SEASPAR friends. We will also enjoy playing some Thanksgiving games and socializing with our friends! This event was originally posted on a public calend... Learn More Pick Packs: Book Bundle Giveaway (Week 4) - Mon., Nov. 22 thru Sun., Nov. 28 When: Monday, November 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Monday, November 22 from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PMEnter to win a themed book bundle featuring 12 titles, including a favorite selection from a Staff Picks Curator. Two new bundles will be raffled off each week in November! This event w... Learn More Senior Health Insurance Program (ship) One-on-One Counseling - Provided by the Center for Independen... When: Monday, November 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Monday, November 22 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PMFree one-on-one Medicare and Medicaid counseling prior to open enrollment. Call Stephanie Howanietz at (630)447-8998 to set up your appointment. This event was originally posted on a p... Learn More Information Table: Hope's Front Door - Organization of the Month When: Monday, November 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Monday, November 22 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PMVisit with a representative from November's Organization of the Month, Hope's Front Door. HFD helps community members in need connect to resources. Learn more at hopesfrontdoor.com This... Learn More Maker Mondays: Gingerbread Keychain - Grades 7-12 When: Monday, November 22nd at 3:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Monday, November 22 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PMHang out and make something after school! A limited number of bags will be available to take home. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. ... Learn More DGN Band Senior Concerto Competition When: Monday, November 22nd 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: Monday, November 22 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 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 con... Learn More Writers Workshop - With partner Friends of DGPL When: Monday, November 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Monday, November 22 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PMNovice to professional writers meet to read, discuss, and enjoy each other's work. All genres, styles, and writers welcome. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and dis... Learn More PICKUP PROGRAM: Go Global- Indonesia - For ages 3 years-2nd grade When: Tuesday, November 23rd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Tuesday, November 23 (all day)Learn about this Southeast Asian country through crafts. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before atte... Learn More District 99 Orchestra Senior Concerto Competition When: Tuesday, November 23rd 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, November 23 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 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 co... Learn More Go Global: Indonesia - For children aged 3 years through 2nd grade When: Tuesday, November 23rd at 4:00 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Tuesday, November 23 from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PMLearn about this Southeast Asian country through crafts and music. This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details w... Learn More ONLINE Next Chapter Book Club - Downers Grove Public Library When: Tuesday, November 23rd at 6:30 p.m. Where: Downers Grove Public Library What: Event listing from Downers Grove Public Library: Tuesday, November 23 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMNext Chapter Book Club is a book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who may or may not be able to read. Call 630-960-1200 or email [email protected] to ... Learn More Featured Event: Children's Nutcracker Workshop When: Wednesday, November 24th at 10:00 a.m. Where: West Suburban Ballet Conservatory What: Join ballerinas and Moms from WSBC for Nutcracker-themed fun. Make a craft, learn choreography and more. Ages 4-8. The perfect activity for your littles the day before Thanksgiving!  Learn More Featured Event: Children's Nutcracker Workshop (Kristen Laakso) Non-Attendance Day - Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S When: Wednesday, November 24th 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: Wednesday, November 24 (all day) 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 content@patch.... Learn More Thanksgiving Recess - Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch When: Wednesday, November 24th 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: Wednesday, November 24 (all day) 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 content@p... Learn More Thanksgiving Break Camp - Seaspar When: Wednesday, November 24th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Seaspar What: Event listing from Seaspar: Wednesday, November 24 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PMLooking for something fun to do before Thanksgiving? Spend time with friends as we explore a variety of fun games, sports, crafts, a movie, and playing on the indoor playground. Bring a sack lunch. This ... Learn More Check out more 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.