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Carmelite Campus in Darien

Nestled among quiet gardens, contemplative spaces, walking paths, and centuries of Carmelite Tradition, the Carmelite Campus invites visitors to step away from the noise and rediscover stillness, beauty, and inspiration. Whether you come for prayer, reflection, history, a retreat, spiritual enrichment, or simply a peaceful afternoon, the campus offers a welcoming experience for individuals, families, parish groups, and pilgrims of every kind. National Shrine of St. Thérèse Meditation Gardens and Outdoor Devotional Spaces Retreat and Spiritual Programs Carmelite Spirituality and History Beautiful Architecture, art, and Sacred Spaces Community Events and Seasonal Celebrations Religious Gift Shop

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Nestled among quiet gardens, contemplative spaces, walking paths, and centuries of Carmelite Tradition, the Carmelite Campus invites visitors to...

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the Indian Prairie Public Library on Saturday, May 7! The library will be giving away free comics and comic-themed prizes for all ages in the lobby (while supplies last) from noon to 2:30 p.m. Plus kids can try out their superhero training camp! For more information, visit <a href="http://ippl.info" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.ippl.info</a>.

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the Indian Prairie Public Library on Saturday, May 7! The library will be giving away free comics and comic-themed prizes for all ages in the lobby (while supplies last) from noon to 2:30 p.m. Plus kids can try out their superhero training camp! For more information, visit <a href="http://ippl.info" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.ippl.info</a>.

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Grab your friends and family for a fun night out at Friday Night Live downtown Downers Grove! Free live entertainment at the Main Street Train Station, 5:30-8pm, by Connie &amp;&nbsp;Vernam Cipher, a Roots Rock Cover Band.&nbsp;
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Local Event: Friday Night Live Downtown Downers Grove

Friday Night Live Downtown Downers Grove

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Kick off the summer antiques show season on Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9 - 3, at the 4th Annual Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show in Wheaton, Illinois. Dealers from 7 states will gather under one roof to present the best of Americana. This show was held for many decades at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles. The DuPage Event Center &amp; Fairgrounds is now their 'forever' home. Free parking. Good food and plenty of comfortable seating. ATM. Admission of $10 benefits historical preservation projects. Under 15 free.

Free parking.Good food &amp; plenty of comfortable seating. ATM. Admission of $10 benefits historical preservation projects. Under 15 free. 

Produced by:Chicago Suburban Antiques Dealers Association

Local Event: Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show

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Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show

Kick off the summer antiques show season on Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9 - 3, at the 4th Annual Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds...

Join us this weekend for the 20th edition of the Oak Brook Artisan Market. This market has expanded to 115 top area &amp; Midwest artisans in food, fashion, home goods &amp; art, in multiple areas of picturesque Oakbrook Center.
* WHEN: June 6-7, 2026 | Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-6pm
* WHERE: Oakbrook Center | 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL | Just N. of I-88 at Rt. 83 &amp; 22nd St (see description of market location below)
* WHAT: Outdoor Market | 115 Top Midwest Artisans | Food, Fashion, Home &amp; Art | Free Admission | Dog-friendly | Free Parking | Kid-friendly | Indoor Restrooms
* WHY: Shop small, local &amp; sustainable - with talented artisans &amp; small businesses who pour their passions into creating one-of-a-kind products.
How to find us? We'll be outdoors at picturesque Oakbrook Center in three areas of this beautifully landscaped shopping center:
<ol><li>On &amp; around the The Lawn (village green) near Crate &amp; Barrel (east of Macy's) and the big circular fountain.</li><li>Between The Lawn &amp; The District food hall near Alo, Vuori, Pottery Barn Teen/Kids, White House Black Market, Arc'teryx, Swatch, Hollister, and Blue Bottle Coffee.</li><li>South &amp; East of the Apple store near Zara, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, Arhaus, Tecovas, Coach, Sephora, Chanel, Williams Sonoma, David Yurman, Tommy Bahama, Skims, Ralph Lauren, and Uniqlo.</li></ol>
RSVP &amp; let us know you're coming: <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://OakBrookArtisanMarket.com/RSVP</a> (Free admission &amp; parking both days), and for programming &amp; weather updates. Rain or shine event.
Are you a talented artisan looking to vend in the greater Chicago area? Learn more about our curated markets in Oak Brook, Naperville, Northbrook, and Chicago (Fulton Market &amp; Ravenswood) at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/vendors</a>
Apply to vend at our markets at <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://OakBrookArtisanMarket....</a> , <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://NapervilleArtisanMarke...</a> or <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>.
(Vendors - we don't charge junk fees just to complete our app online.)
About Oak Brook Artisan Market:
<a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a> is produced by INV Marketing Group, a Chicago area company based in Oak Brook, IL that operates the <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chicago Artisan Market</a> (Fulton Market and Ravenswood), the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a>, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;(CityGate&nbsp;Centre) and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;(Winnetka, IL &amp;&nbsp;Northbrook, IL). We’ve been showcasing &amp; supporting small businesses throughout Chicagoland for 20+ years. Founded in 2004, INV Marketing Group LLC also owns and operates <a href="https://stylechicago.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">StyleChicago.com</a> digital media properties and has produced nearly 200 signature events and pop-up markets in the greater Chicago area.

Local Event: Oak Brook Artisan Market - Sat-Sun, Jun 6-7, 2026 (Oakbrook Center)

Oak Brook Artisan Market - Sat-Sun, Jun 6-7,...

Join us this weekend for the 20th edition of the Oak Brook Artisan Market. This market has expanded to 115 top area & Midwest...

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The Community House

Tickets On Sale Now! Join us for our annual summer Soiree! The Boomer Babes are high-octane, hilariously irreverent musical entertainers who celebrate and lovingly skewer the Baby Boomer experience with zany wit, powerhouse harmonies, and spot-on song parodies. Vocal dynamo duo Pam Peterson and Jan Slavin don’t just sing — they schmooze, strut, and theatricalize life’s joys and absurdities from the ‘50s to the present with gut-busting humor and warm affection for their generation. From Beatles spoof medleys and plastic-surgery pleas set to “Mr. Sandman” to cleverly crafted political spoofs and aging-with-attitude parodies, the Boomer Babes bring both a sharp comic edge and true vocal prowess to their performances. One critic raves that Still Rockin’ balances the laughs with heart, celebrating friendship and life with toe-tapping musicality and love.
Fee Includes: Entry, Refreshments &amp; Buffet Lunch to be served at 11:30AM.
Sign up today&nbsp;
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Local Event: Summer Soiree with The Boomer Babes

Summer Soiree with The Boomer Babes

Tickets On Sale Now! Join us for our annual summer Soiree! The Boomer Babes are high-octane, hilariously irreverent musical...

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