Itasca and Surrounding Areas

Help reunite this lost terrier-mix dog with their family. If spotted, please do not chase, call out to, or follow the dog; instead, check security cameras and immediately call or text with any information. LAST SEEN POSSIBLY ON WEST AVE AND LAKE STREET IN ELMHURST ON 8/17/26.&nbsp;

Local Event: Lost Dog - Itasca

DuPage County

Elmhurst

Illinois

Lost Dog - Itasca

Help reunite this lost terrier-mix dog with their family. If spotted, please do not chase, call out to, or follow the dog;...

The Elmhurst Farmers Market is a local favorite and family-friendly destination, open every Wednesday from June through October, 7 am to 1 pm.
Shop more than 40 vendors offering farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, premium pantry items, artisanal foods, baked goods, ready-to-eat food truck fare, and more—all in a vibrant, welcoming market with plenty of parking.
Enjoy ready-to-eat food trucks throughout the morning and a different featured musical performer each week.
Farm to Table—Fresh!
Hours: Wednesdays, 7 am –1 pm Location: 149 West Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst (just west of Elmhurst Hospital)

Local Event: Elmhurst Farmers Market

Elmhurst Farmers Market

The Elmhurst Farmers Market is a local favorite and family-friendly destination, open every Wednesday from June through...

Elmhurst Public Library

Learn the basics of how A.I. works using applications like ChatGPT. Explore how A.I. can be used in your daily life.
Live in-person. Registration with an EPL card required. <a href="https://elmhurstpubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/17317135" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register</a> or call (630) 279-8696.

Local Event: Intro to A.I.

Intro to A.I.

Learn the basics of how A.I. works using applications like ChatGPT. Explore how A.I. can be used in your daily life.
Live...

Historian Tim Wilsey pays homage to generations of comedians who had their own voice and distinctive style that influenced other generations of funny people. Hear about Jack Benny and Rodney Dangerfield to Carol Burnett, and many more!&nbsp;
Live in-person and virtually on Zoom. <a href="https://elmhurstpubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/16459434" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register</a>, or call (630) 279-8696.

Local Event: The All-Time Best Comedians

The All-Time Best Comedians

Historian Tim Wilsey pays homage to generations of comedians who had their own voice and distinctive style that influenced...

Coming your way is Happy Lobster! We’re bringing some of the freshest lobster rolls + other delights to you on Wednesday, August 19th, so don't miss out.
The delicious lobster-focused menu has the city’s favorite lobster roll, of course. Order it traditional or spicy! Add on some crab cakes, clam chowder, and dessert!
Make sure to order by 10am on Wednesday. Your order will be available for home delivery from 2:30-6:00pm.
If you won't be home, please be sure to leave a cooler out to keep your meal as fresh as possible.
Twice is nice! Place two or more orders for delivery on the same day and only pay the $5 DwellSocial Fee once.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/4wn9mbq" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4wn9mbq</a>

Local Event: Lobster lovers get ready, Happy Lobster rolls + more are headed your way! Order by 10am.

Lobster lovers get ready, Happy Lobster rolls +...

Coming your way is Happy Lobster! We’re bringing some of the freshest lobster rolls + other delights to you on Wednesday,...

Lobster lovers get ready, Happy Lobster rolls + more are headed your way! Order by 10am.

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Elmhurst on Thursday, August 20th! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED, with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust and will be available for PICK UP at 5:30pm at Elmhurst Crossing. Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Thursday. But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because these events sell out!
Twice is nice! Place two or more orders for delivery on the same day and only pay the $5 DwellSocial Fee once.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/4q5tLQw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4q5tLQw</a>

Local Event: The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Elmhurst on Thursday, August 20th! Note that pizzas will be...

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Enjoy an afternoon at the movies. Find each week's featured film at elmlib.org/friday. Live in-person. No registration required.

Local Event: Friday Features: The Princess Bride

Friday Features: The Princess Bride

Enjoy an afternoon at the movies. Find each week's featured film at elmlib.org/friday. Live in-person. No registration required.

The iconic and delicious Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder is headed to you on Friday, August 21st!
Chicago might have its deep dish pizza, but there’s another hometown creation that’s just as hearty and delicious, and quite possibly even cheesier: the Pizza Pot Pie. Created in 1972 at Chicago Pizza &amp; Oven Grinder, located just across the street from the location of the infamous St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, this ooey-gooey masterpiece just might deliver the most legendary cheese pull in all of Chi-town!
This ingenious creation starts with scratchmade triple-raised Sicilian bread dough. It’s filled with rich homemade tomato sauce that’s slow-simmered with olive oil, fresh garlic, onions, green peppers, and whole plum tomatoes. And finally, cheese – and lots of it! Baked upside-down and served right-side-up, it’s a pizza like no other — comforting, indulgent, and uniquely Chicago.
Ordering closes by 12pm on Thursday, or when we sell out.
Your order will be available for home delivery between 2:30-6:00pm.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/4fZui1N" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4fZui1N</a>

Local Event: Rich, cheesy, and iconic; the original Chicago Pizza Pot Pie is coming your way! Order by Thursday.

Rich, cheesy, and iconic; the original Chicago...

The iconic and delicious Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder is headed to you on Friday, August 21st!
Chicago might have its deep...

Rich, cheesy, and iconic; the original Chicago Pizza Pot Pie is coming your way! Order by Thursday.

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to you on Friday, August 21st--and this time, we're delivering to your home! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust. We also have thin crust pies, garlic bread, and cheesy garlic bread on the menu this time around for delivery, so indulge! Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Tuesday at the latest! But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because there are only 50 spots available.
Home delivery will take place between 2:30 - 6:00pm.View menu + order:&nbsp;<a href="https://dwell.social/4fPexMd" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4fPexMd</a>

Local Event: Pequod’s famous caramelized-crust pizza, delivered. Order by noon Tuesday.

Pequod’s famous caramelized-crust pizza,...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to you on Friday, August 21st--and this time, we're delivering to...

Pequod’s famous caramelized-crust pizza, delivered. Order by noon Tuesday.

Ray Graham Community Learning Center

Join the Elmhurst Garden Club and Ray Graham Association for a festive backyard celebration featuring live music by local accordionist Jack Pal. Enjoy plenty of Oktoberfest snacks and beverages while celebrating a 12-year partnership dedicated to enhancing outdoor recreation spaces. RSVP via text to 630-217-6610 to secure your spot at this lively community gathering.

Local Event: Early Oktoberfest

Early Oktoberfest

Join the Elmhurst Garden Club and Ray Graham Association for a festive backyard celebration featuring live music by local...

Love traveling? Love to talk about your travels? Love to hear about others' travels? Bring some of your travel stories to this discussion! Registrants will have the opportunity to send in a picture of their traveling adventures to share with the group.
Live in-person. <a href="https://elmhurstpubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/16404261" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Registration required.</a>

Local Event: Trading Travels

Trading Travels

Love traveling? Love to talk about your travels? Love to hear about others' travels? Bring some of your travel stories to this...

Local Event: Friday Features: F1

Friday Features: F1

Sign up for the Versiti Mobile Blood Drive at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church on Sunday, August 30, from 9am–1:30pm.
Blood supplies are critically low, especially O Negative and O Positive. All blood types are needed.
If you can spare 30 minutes, you can help save a life. Donors ages 16+ are welcome.

Local Event: Blood Drive @ Elmhurst CRC

Blood Drive @ Elmhurst CRC

Sign up for the Versiti Mobile Blood Drive at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church on Sunday, August 30, from 9am–1:30pm.
Blood...

Big trucks and big fun! Climb and explore a variety of vehicles at Elmhurst Park District's Touch a Truck in Berens Park. Free admission. Visit 9 am-Noon. The first hour will be a quiet hour designed for kids who love trucks, but not the noise.
Plus, you won't want to miss the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, which will be at this year's event!
Date and Time:&nbsp;Saturday, September 5, 9 am-Noon (9-10 am will be a quiet hour. That hour will be horn, flashing lights and siren free.) Location:&nbsp;Berens Park's east parking lot, 493 N. Oaklawn Avenue. Parking:&nbsp;At Berens Park's west parking lot.Sponsored by The Katris Law Group, Aqua Knight Plumbing and The Schiller Team.

Local Event: Touch a Truck

Touch a Truck

Big trucks and big fun! Climb and explore a variety of vehicles at Elmhurst Park District's Touch a Truck in Berens Park. Free...

If you’ve lost a loved one and are struggling in your grief, join us for GriefShare, a weekly support group designed to offer help, encouragement, and practical tools to help you rebuild your life.
GriefShare provides a safe and caring place to share your journey with others who understand, while learning from trusted teachers in the field of grief. Our caring leaders strive to create a comfortable and emotionally safe environment for everyone.
GriefShare will meet Wednesday evenings from 7–8:30 pm at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, September 9–December 9.

Local Event: GriefShare Support Group

GriefShare Support Group

If you’ve lost a loved one and are struggling in your grief, join us for GriefShare, a weekly support group designed to offer...

Immanuel Lutheran Church

FREE-Family Food Distribution
Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2317 S. Wolf Rd. Hillside, IL 60162
Begins at 11am, until we run out of food. 

One Family Per Vehicle Only.
A variety of bagged grocery items, meals, bread, beverage, dairy, protein and produce.
Let us help you with enrollment in Federal Food Programs, buy groceries online with the PEBT-debit card. See if you or your children are eligible today!
This is a FREE Event, open to all people, while supplies last.
Virtual Food Drive ONLINE DONATIONS: 
<a href="https://www.immanuel-hillside.org/pyht" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.immanuel-hillside.org/pyht</a>

Local Event: FREE-Food for Families in Need

FREE-Food for Families in Need

FREE-Family Food Distribution
Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2317 S. Wolf Rd. Hillside, IL 60162
Begins at 11am, until we run out of...

St. James Farm Forest Preserve

Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
Help break the stigma associated with mental illness at the 2026 NAMIWalks (Runs) 5K and 1 Mile Color Run. Before, between, or after the runs, visit the Kids Zone and Health Fair.
This highly anticipated event will be held on Sunday, September 13th, at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/St.+James+Farm+Forest+Preserve/@41.8333486,-88.1619043,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x880e55f0b0b22935:0xa5ed064d126e1387!8m2!3d41.8333486!4d-88.1619043!16s%2Fg%2F1hf70yd7b?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">St. James Farm Forest Preserve</a> in Warrenville on their USATF Certified course. Participants with wheelchairs, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome.
The event is free.Earn money, win prizes!
9:00 – 5K 
9:00 – Kids Zone &amp; Health Fair 
10:45 – 1 Mile Color Run (in partnership with the DuPage Prevention Leadership Team, led by local high school students as part of our Anti-Stigma Campaign)
Don’t miss out on this exciting event – it’s sure to be a blast while making a meaningful difference in the mental health community! All proceeds from this event will go directly to supporting mental health programs and services in our community. Your participation helps rase awareness and provides crucial support to individuals and families affected by mental illness.
For more information or to buy tickets, go to the Race Webpage <a href="https://namidupage.org/run-for-the-mind/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">namidupage.org/run</a>!
*In the event of inclement and/or severe weather, this event will be canceled, and there will not be a rain date. 
No refunds, no exchanges.

Local Event: NAMIWalks DuPage

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NAMIWalks DuPage

Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
Help break the stigma associated with mental illness at the 2026 NAMIWalks (Runs) 5K...

The Morton Arboretum

Twenty-five years after the attacks of September 11th, Invisible Wounds Foundation marks that anniversary with our 2026 Evening of Honor, featuring special guest Martha Raddatz, ABC News Chief Global Affairs Correspondent and co-anchor of This Week, and author of the New York Times bestseller The Hero Next Door, recognizing the courage, patriotism, and commitment of those who have served our country.
Raddatz will interview Dr. Rocco Armonda, an internationally renowned neurosurgeon, retired US Army colonel, and member of IWF's Medical Scientific Advisory Council, whose work is also featured in The Hero Next Door. They'll discuss his experience treating military and civilian victims of traumatic brain injury in Ukraine and other conflicts. Emmy-winning ABC 7 Chicago anchor Mark Rivera, who has interviewed Raddatz on air, serves as our master of ceremonies.
The evening begins with a 5:00pm cocktail reception at the Morton Arboretum's open-air Firefly Pavilion, followed by dinner and program at 6:30. We'll share inspiring stories of patriotism and purpose, and the critical work Invisible Wounds Foundation is pursuing to help our nation's warfighters address the invisible wounds of war. Every guest will receive a signed copy of Raddatz's book, The Hero Next Door.
We honor. We heal. We provide hope.

Local Event: 2026 Invisible Wounds Foundation Evening of Honor

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2026 Invisible Wounds Foundation Evening of Honor

Twenty-five years after the attacks of September 11th, Invisible Wounds Foundation marks that anniversary with our 2026 Evening...

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The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself.

LuxeLine Remodeling

The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself. It is hiring the wrong company. Homeowners across DuPage County suburbs hear the same promises from every contractor: quality work, on time, on budget. Then the project starts. Communication drops off. Timelines slip. The person who sold the job disappears and a crew you have never met shows up. Decisions pile up with no one to guide you through them. LuxeLine Remodeling exists because that experience is unacceptable. We are a residential-only remodeling company led by Jason Neu, a licensed general contractor who founded LuxeLine on a simple principle: the person responsible for your project should be the person you talk to, the person who shows up, and the person who makes sure every detail is right. We serve homeowners across the western suburbs of Chicago. We do not take commercial jobs. We do not spread ourselves across dozens of active projects. We take on the work we can deliver at the level our name demands.

The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself. It is hiring the wrong company. Homeowners across DuPage County suburbs hear the same...

Discover Oak Park’s Hidden Gem – A living world of beauty

Oak Park Conservatory

Located in historic Oak Park, Illinois, the Oak Park Conservatory is a treasured landmark and one of the community’s top three historical sites. Free and open to the public, the Conservatory offers visitors a lush escape into nature with three distinct indoor showrooms — the Mediterranean Room, Tropical Room, and Desert Room — each showcasing a diverse collection of plants from around the world. Outside, the urban gardens continue the experience with native Illinois landscapes featured in the Elsie Jacobsen Discovery Garden and Rubinstein Garden. Sweeps of prairie grasses and native blooms welcome you at the entrance, inviting you to slow down and explore this hidden oasis in the heart of the village. Owned and operated by the Park District of Oak Park, the Conservatory provides year-round opportunities to connect with nature through programs, events, and community initiatives. Highlights include: • Seasonal Events: Enjoy festive gatherings throughout the year such as the Candlelight Walk, Shamrock Scavenger Hunt, and Halloween Fright at Night. • Plant &amp; Garden Markets: Shop a variety of seasonal plant sales, including the Winter Seed Sale, Valentine’s Market, Spring Plant Sale, Perennial Pollinator Sale, Succulent &amp; Cacti Sale, Fall Mum &amp; Bulb Sale, and Winter Greens Market. • Private Event Rentals: Celebrate life’s milestones surrounded by natural beauty. The Conservatory is available for weddings, showers, graduations, birthday parties, memorial services, and other special occasions. • Educational Programs: Participate in a variety of hands-on programs for all ages — from adult gardening workshops to free early childhood nature programs that inspire young explorers. Whether you’re a lifelong plant lover or simply seeking a moment of calm, the Oak Park Conservatory offers a space to reconnect with nature, beauty, and community — right in your own backyard.

Located in historic Oak Park, Illinois, the Oak Park Conservatory is a treasured landmark and one of the community’s top three historical sites....

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