Chicago Heights Public Library

Join us for a beginner-friendly knitting class to learn the basics in a relaxed, creative setting, craft by hand, connect with others, and enjoy the process—everyone is welcome./ Únase a nosotros en una clase de tejido para principiantes para aprender los conceptos básicos en un ambiente relajado y creativo, hacer manualidades a mano, conectarse con otros y disfrutar del proceso—¡todos son bienvenidos!

Local Event: Beginners Knitting Class

Cook County

Chicago Heights

Illinois

Beginners Knitting Class

Join us for a beginner-friendly knitting class to learn the basics in a relaxed, creative setting, craft by hand, connect with...

Story Time! Enjoy exciting tales, learn new words, and make new friends in a fun, cozy setting./¡Hora de cuentos! Disfruta relatos emocionantes, aprende nuevas palabras y haz nuevos amigos en un ambiente divertido y acogedor.

Local Event: Story & Craft

Story & Craft

Story Time! Enjoy exciting  tales, learn new words, and make new friends in a fun, cozy setting./¡Hora de cuentos! Disfruta...

Get ready for chills and thrills—our Haunted House is back for three spooky afternoons! Packed with eerie surprises, creepy corridors, and jump scares, it’s a frightfully fun experience for friends and families alike.(One time walk through)Prepárate para sentir escalofríos y emociones fuertes: ¡nuestra Casa Encantada regresa por tres tardes espeluznantes! Repleta de sorpresas inquietantes, pasillos tenebrosos y sustos repentinos, es una experiencia aterradoramente divertida tanto para amigos como para familias. (Recorrido de una sola vez).

Local Event: Haunted House

Haunted House

Get ready for chills and thrills—our Haunted House is back for three spooky afternoons! Packed with eerie surprises, creepy...

Veterans Memorial Park – Glenwood, IL

<h3>🎃 Bloom Township Spooktacular Halloween! 👻</h3>
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family fun! Join Bloom Township for our Spooktacular Halloween on Wednesday, October 28, from 4:00–6:00 PM at Veterans Memorial Park in Glenwood.
Enjoy Halloween treats, fun activities, vendors, our Haunted Trail, Haunted House, and more! Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy a fun-filled evening with the community.
🎃 Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 PM 📍 Veterans Memorial Park – Glenwood, IL

Local Event: Bloom Township Spooktacular Halloween

Bloom Township Spooktacular Halloween

🎃 Bloom Township Spooktacular Halloween! 👻
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family fun! Join Bloom Township for our...

The Center For Performing Arts

Runtime: Approximately 130 minutes including intermission&nbsp;
Recommended for Ages: 3+
Step into the magical world of Swan Lake, one of the most iconic and beloved classical ballets of all time, brought to life in a breathtaking production filled with romance, mystery, beauty, and theatrical magic.
 This enchanting production by the United European Ballet tells the timeless story of Prince Siegfried, Princess Odette, the evil sorcerer Rothbart, and the powerful spell that transforms maidens into swans. With expressive choreography, dramatic storytelling, elegant characters, and unforgettable scenes including the famous Dance of the Little Swans, this ballet is a perfect experience for audiences of all ages.
 Set to the immortal score of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, one of the greatest composers in classical music history, Swan Lake combines classical ballet tradition with the grandeur and emotion of a legendary romantic masterpiece. Audiences will enjoy elaborate hand-painted sets, exquisite costumes created by European designers, and a brilliant cast of international dancers who bring this beloved story to life with artistry, passion, and grace.
 Promoted by Classical Arts Entertainment under the leadership of Michael Art, this family-friendly production invites you to experience the magic of live theater at its finest. Bring your family, friends, loved ones, and children, and enjoy a magnificent evening filled with music, dance, drama, romance, and wonder. Swan Lake is more than a ballet. It’s a celebration of eternal love, sacrifice, destiny, and the timeless power of beauty and art.
For more information, please visit: <a href="https://www.classicalarts.net/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.classicalarts.net</a>&nbsp;

Local Event: Swan Lake

Swan Lake

Runtime: Approximately 130 minutes including intermission 
Recommended for Ages: 3+
Step into the magical world of Swan Lake,...

Get ready for chills and thrills—our Haunted House is back for two spooky afternoons! Packed with eerie surprises, creepy corridors, and jump scares, it’s a frightfully fun experience for friends and families alike.(One time walk through)Prepárate para sentir escalofríos y emociones fuertes: ¡nuestra Casa Encantada regresa por dos tardes espeluznantes! Repleta de sorpresas inquietantes, pasillos tenebrosos y sustos repentinos, es una experiencia aterradoramente divertida tanto para amigos como para familias. (Recorrido de una sola vez).

Local Event: Halloween Bingo 

Halloween Bingo 

Get ready for chills and thrills—our Haunted House is back for two spooky afternoons! Packed with eerie surprises, creepy...

Chicago Southland International Film Festival

<h6>Recommended Ages 17+&nbsp;</h6>
<h6>CONTENT WARNING: These films contains depictions of gun violence, graphic gore, strong language, sexual innuendo, and themes of suicide that may be distressing or triggering for some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.</h6>
Join us for Fright Night Film Fest, an evening of dark cinema from Chicagoland filmmakers, presented by the Chicago Southland International Film Festival at The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University.
The program features the Southland premiere of Kaishaku, the second feature film directed by South Suburban native Harry Locke IV and produced by Locke, Alain Azoulay, and Azoulay Pictures. Locke’s more than 100 film credits include the Academy Award-winning Icarus, Sundance breakout Tangerine, and films in the X-Men and Divergent franchises.
Also featured are two projects from YouTube creators Channel Awesome: the first three installments of Space Trash, a sci-fi/action/comedy web series produced and directed by James Jarosz, and Ad/Break, an Adult Swim-inspired horror film produced and directed by Walter Banasiak, a GovState alumnus. Hear directly from the filmmakers during post-screening Q&amp;A sessions.
Come early to meet Doug Walker, Channel Awesome’s Nostalgia Critic! Doors open at 6 p.m., with a meet-and-greet until 6:45 p.m. Walk the red carpet, snap a photo with Doug at no additional charge, and purchase a snack and drink from concessions before the screenings begin at 7 p.m.

Local Event: Fright Night Film Fest

Fright Night Film Fest

Recommended Ages 17+ 
CONTENT WARNING: These films contains depictions of gun violence, graphic gore, strong language, sexual...

Join our Adult Spades and Bid Whist Club for an engaging and social card-playing experience in a welcoming environment. Enjoy friendly competition, connect with others, and sharpen your skills each week./Únete a nuestro Club de Spades y Bid Whist para adultos para una experiencia de juego de cartas atractiva y social en un ambiente acogedor. Disfruta de una competencia amistosa, conecta con otros y mejora tus habilidades cada semana.

Local Event: Spades/Bid Whist Club

Spades/Bid Whist Club

Join our Adult Spades and Bid Whist Club for an engaging and social card-playing experience in a welcoming environment. Enjoy...

Join us for a relaxing and accessible form of yoga that’s ideal for all ages, fitness levels, and those with limited mobility. Chair yoga offers a gentle, seated practice that helps improve flexibility, strength, and overall well-being./Únase a nosotros para una forma de yoga relajante y accesible que es ideal para todas las edades, niveles de condición física y personas con movilidad limitada.

Local Event: Senior Chair Yoga 

Senior Chair Yoga 

Join us for a relaxing and accessible form of yoga that’s ideal for all ages, fitness levels, and those with limited mobility....

Join us for a vibrant Día de los Muertos Celebration as we honor the lives and memories of loved ones through tradition, culture, and community. Enjoy a snack, a craft and dont forget to bring a picture of your love one to add to the ofrenda. Acompáñenos en una vibrante celebración del Día de los Muertos para honrar la vida y la memoria de nuestros seres queridos a través de la tradición, la cultura y la comunidad. Disfrute de bocadillos y actividades manuales; y no olvide traer una fotografía de su ser querido para colocarla en la ofrenda.

Local Event: Day of the Dead Celebration

Day of the Dead Celebration

Join us for a vibrant Día de los Muertos Celebration as we honor the lives and memories of loved ones through tradition,...

Join this beginner-friendly class designed for older adults who want to build confidence using computers and the internet at a comfortable pace. Participants will learn essential skills like emailing, web browsing, and social media, with support provided through the Age Options Grant and the Northstar Digital Literacy Program./Únase a esta clase amigable para principiantes diseñada para adultos mayores que desean desarrollar confianza en el uso de computadoras e internet a un ritmo cómodo. Los participantes aprenderán habilidades esenciales como enviar correos electrónicos, navegar por la web y usar redes sociales, con apoyo proporcionado a través de la Subvención Age Options y el Programa de Alfabetización Digital Northstar.

Local Event: Senior Computer Basics Class

Senior Computer Basics Class

Join this beginner-friendly class designed for older adults who want to build confidence using computers and the internet at a...

Local Event: Spades/Bid-Whist Club

Spades/Bid-Whist Club

Local Event: Spades Chair Yoga

Spades Chair Yoga

&nbsp;BRING YOUR BASKETBALL STYLE TO LIFE!&nbsp;
Ready to get creative? Join us for a fun, hands-on experience where you can express your creativity, show off your unique basketball style, and let your personality shine! 
Whether you’re a basketball lover, a trendsetter, or just looking for something fun to do, this is your chance to create, connect, and stand out!
Come ready to create. Leave with your style on full display!

Local Event: National Basket Ball Day Pop-Up Craft( Diy tote/ Backpacks)

National Basket Ball Day Pop-Up Craft( Diy...

 BRING YOUR BASKETBALL STYLE TO LIFE! 
Ready to get creative? Join us for a fun, hands-on experience where you can express your...

National Basket Ball Day Pop-Up Craft( Diy tote/ Backpacks)

The Center For Performing Arts at Governors State University

Hip-hop trailblazers and Grammy Award-winning pioneers Arrested Development return with an electrifying live performance celebrating music, self-reflection, and revolution.&nbsp;
 Experience classic hits including "Tennessee", "People Everyday", "Mr. Wendal", and more, alongside powerful new music from their 2025 double album Bullets in the Chamber and the singles "All I See Is Melanin" and "Pack It Out".
 Since 1991, Arrested Development has challenged the conventions of hip-hop by blending socially conscious lyrics with vibrant African rhythms and eclectic musical influences. Their groundbreaking debut album, 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of..., helped redefine the genre and continues to inspire audiences around the world.
 Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of hip-hop's most influential groups live. Having shared the stage with global leaders including Nelson Mandela and President Barack Obama, Arrested Development continues to deliver music that is as uplifting, thought-provoking, and relevant today as ever.

Local Event: Arrested Development

Arrested Development

Hip-hop trailblazers and Grammy Award-winning pioneers Arrested Development return with an electrifying live performance...

Bring the kids for an exciting game of Children's Bingo! Enjoy a fun-filled time of laughter, friendly competition, and the chance to win awesome prizes. It's a great opportunity to make new friends, build confidence, and have a blast in a welcoming environment. We can't wait to see you there!¡Trae a los niños a una emocionante partida de bingo infantil! Disfruten de un rato lleno de diversión, risas, competencia amistosa y la oportunidad de ganar premios fantásticos. Es una excelente ocasión para hacer nuevos amigos, ganar confianza y pasarlo en grande en un ambiente acogedor. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!

Local Event: Children's Bingo

Children's Bingo

Bring the kids for an exciting game of Children's Bingo! Enjoy a fun-filled time of laughter, friendly competition, and the...

Lauren Traut

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Homewood-Flossmoor

Oak Forest

Tinley Park

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Munster

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Andrea Earnest

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Sibley Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic l

Sibley Animal Hospital

Sibley Animal Hospital is an independently owned, full-service veterinary hospital located at 1020 Sibley Blvd in Calumet City, Illinois. Serving the community for more than 50 years, the hospital provides wellness care and comprehensive medical care to pets throughout southeast Chicago and northwest Indiana. The practice is dedicated to delivering personalized, high-quality treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of every animal and their parents. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, spay, neuter, declaw, and other routine surgical procedures, orthopedic and other more complex soft tissue procedures-internal and external, dental radiographs with ultrasonic dental cleaning, periodontal procedures, tooth extractions, and advanced diagnostic testing- including abdominal ultrasound. More complex surgeries include but are not limited to orthopedic -fracture repair options, patella luxation repair, hip dysplasia surgical options, and bone biopsy; abdominal- cystotomy, splenectomy, enterotomy, intestinal resection and anastomosis, gastropexy, and abdominal organ biopsy; oral- soft palate resection, oral tumors; and ears- TECA (total ear canal ablation)surgical procedures. Cardiac ultrasound services are also offered in partnership with a board-certified veterinary cardiologist group-Synchrony which provides more cost effective and timely diagnostics. They also use a combination of Western, Integrative, and Eastern medicine to provide the best options for pets and extend their quality of life. Patients can expect a compassionate, collaborative environment where pet owners are actively involved in their companion's treatment strategy. To support accessible care, the hospital offers Snout Wellness Plans for preventive health through all life stages, flexible payment options through Cherry and more affordable options than many corporate, speciality, and emergency hospitals offer. Whether seeking routine check-ups, vaccinations or specialized medical attention, clients can rely on the hospital's experienced staff for knowledgeable and friendly support. Urgent care hours are from 5-6pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday with routine wellness and vaccination visits during this time as well.

Cook

Calumet City

Sibley Animal Hospital is an independently owned, full-service veterinary hospital located at 1020 Sibley Blvd in Calumet City, Illinois. Serving...

Become a Volunteer Meal Driver: Just 2 Hours a Week

Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois

For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois (MOWFNI), we are dedicated to helping our senior neighbors live independently, safely, and with dignity in the homes they love. We achieve this through nutritious food, wellness checks, and the power of human connection, but we cannot do it alone. The Power of Our Volunteers Our volunteers are the heartbeat of MOWFNI. If you have just two hours a week to spare, you can make a profound difference. Delivering meals fits seamlessly into a midday routine or lunch break. As a volunteer driver, you do far more than hand over a meal; you provide a friendly smile, a warm conversation, and a crucial safety check for a senior who might not see anyone else that day. We offer flexible scheduling that allows you to volunteer weekly, monthly, or as part of a team with coworkers or friends. Our Core Programs: Home-Delivered Meals: We provide hot, dietitian-approved meals delivered directly to the doorsteps of those who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Community Cafes: Beyond home delivery, our vibrant Community Cafes offer a welcoming space for active older adults to gather, enjoy a delicious lunch, socialize, and build meaningful friendships that combat senior isolation. Make a Local Impact Today When you support or volunteer with MOWFNI, you are directly investing in the health and happiness of older adults right here in our neighborhood. Whether you are looking to give back during retirement, connect with your community, or get your local business involved in a meaningful cause, there is a place for you in our volunteer family. Join us in delivering more than a meal. Visit mowfni.org/volunteer-sign-up to fill out a brief volunteer application, or call us today to learn how you can start changing lives—one hour, one smile, and one senior at a time.

Bolingbrook

For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for...

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