Oakbrook Terrace Park District

Get ready for a summer of FUN! We have a variety of summer camps designed to offer something for everyone. From our popular Rising Star and Super Star Camps to our Camp Shorts and Nature Mini Camps, kids will find a way to grow, explore, engage, and play! Rising Star Camp is for children ages 3-5 and runs 8:30-11:30am. With lower staff-to-child ratios, a dedicated space for the needs of younger children, and trained staff, this camp offers our youngest campers the care and attention they need for a summer of growth and fun. Super Star Camp, for children ages 5-12, is our full-day camp from 8:30am-3:30pm. It is full of games, arts and crafts, outdoor exploration, and water play days. Each week features a new, exciting theme, with special guests and other surprises throughout the summer. Camp Shorts offers flexible half-day options tailored to specific interests like theater, STEAM, crafts, and more. We also offer a variety of nature-themed mini camps at our Lake View Nature Center for children ages 4-12! Choose from weekly themes, or try one of our fishing or archery camps! View all of our options here: www.tinyurl.com/OBTPDSummer2026 Register online here: https://web.obtpd.org/webtrac/web/splash.html

DuPage County

DuPage

Oakbrook Terrace

Illinois

Get ready for a summer of FUN! We have a variety of summer camps designed to offer something for everyone. From our popular Rising Star and Super...

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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.

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

Dr. Kelly Synowiec-Moroney of Tree of Life Chiropractic Center is proud to announce an upcoming "Women, Wine and Wellness" event, an evening dedicated to the celebration of women. The event will take place on Thursday, November 10th at 6:00pm at Lezza Bakery, 544 S. Spring Rd. in Elmhurst.     Tree of Life Chiropractic Center invites women to come enjoy a special night of indulgence and healing. Connect, unwind shop and focus on your health and wellbeing. There will be wine, hors d'oeuvres and desserts to snack on while you browse. Vendors at the event will be Norwex, Nerium, Plexus, Kie &amp; Kate Couture, and Lezza's Bakery. Attendees of the event can listen to brief presentations from Dr. Kelly and Wendy Marshall of Pure Haven Essentials,, enter a raffle, and enjoy shopping at the venues!    Call Tree of Life Chiropractic Center today at (630) 941-TREE to RSVP. Also, visit their web site at <a href="http://www.chirotree.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.chirotree.com</a> to learn about this and other programs offered by Dr. Kelly. Keep your family healthy by choice, not chance!

Dr. Kelly Synowiec-Moroney of Tree of Life Chiropractic Center is proud to announce an upcoming “Women, Wine and Wellness” event, an evening dedicated to the celebration of women. The event will take place on Thursday, November 10th at 6:00pm at Lezza Bakery, 544 S. Spring Rd. in Elmhurst.

Tree of Life Chiropractic Center invites women to come enjoy a special night of indulgence and healing. Connect, unwind shop and focus on your health and wellbeing. There will be wine, hors d’oeuvres and desserts to snack on while you browse. Vendors at the event will be Norwex, Nerium, Plexus, Kie &amp; Kate Couture, and Lezza's Bakery. Attendees of the event can listen to brief presentations from Dr. Kelly and Wendy Marshall of Pure Haven Essentials,, enter a raffle, and enjoy shopping at the venues!    Call Tree of Life Chiropractic Center today at (630) 941-TREE to RSVP. Also, visit their web site at <a href="http://www.chirotree.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.chirotree.com</a> to learn about this and other programs offered by Dr. Kelly. Keep your family healthy by choice, not chance!

Enjoy a night of wine, relaxation and learning presented by Tree of Life! 

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Lyons Township High School South Campus

Hitchcock meets HILARITY!
6 actors. 130 characters. 100 minutes of MAYHEM.
On-stage plane crashes ✈️ 
Train &amp; car chases 🚂 
Lightning-fast costume changes 🎭 
Monty Python-style humor 😂
Perfect for families, teens, and anyone who loves to laugh.

SHOW TIMES: 
Thurs May 7 – 7 PM 
Fri May 8 – 7 PM 
Sat May 9 – 2 PM &amp; 7 PM
LOCATION: 
LT South Campus PAC 
4900 Willow Springs Rd 
Western Springs, Illinois 60558

Tickets: $5–$15 
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708-655-0989

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Local Event: LATTE Theater presents: THE 39 STEPS

LATTE Theater presents: THE 39 STEPS

Hitchcock meets HILARITY!
6 actors. 130 characters. 100 minutes of MAYHEM.
On-stage plane crashes ✈️ 
Train & car chases 🚂...

Are you ready for what AI&nbsp;is changing in the workplace?While artificial intelligence is transforming how work gets done, many organizations are discovering that the biggest challenges aren't technical—they're human. Judgment, trust, accountability, and decision-making are now more critical than ever.&nbsp;Join us for a free, interactive webinar, <a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/register/?id=35307656-9eb0-44ac-b08e-8224ce29e40b&amp;utm_source=Patch&amp;utm_medium=desc_link&amp;utm_campaign=may_webinar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Human Fluency in an AI World</a>, presented by Stephen Carman, PhD, and explore what it truly takes to succeed in an AI-enabled workplace.

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Popular Chocolate Recalled For Salmonella:...

A common item in your lunch tote may be among more than 8 million recalled for safety concerns; cuddly teddy bears pose an injury hazard.

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Need a little pickmeup? Look no further than these good news articles from throughout Illinois. 

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Man Flees From Cops In Elmhurst Neighborhood

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