Name: Prairie Fest at Wolf Road Prairie
Start: 2026-09-12T10:00:00-05:00

Free event with something for everyone. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Vendors with arts &amp; crafts, nature photography, watercolors, pen &amp; ink, hand thrown pottery, jewelry, yard art, native plant seeds, and gifts.Wolf Road Prairie tours with nature guides.Big Run Wolf Ranch Animal Show (11:00 to 2:00).Historic reenactors demonstrate settlement life.1853 schoolhouse and 1870 prairie farmhouse tours.Learn about prairie restoration, native plant gardening, and sustainability.

Local Event: Prairie Fest at Wolf Road Prairie 

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Prairie Fest at Wolf Road Prairie 

Free event with something for everyone. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Vendors with arts & crafts, nature photography, watercolors,...

100 Block Washington Ave

Join one of the Eastside's biggest community celebrations as we bring together families, local businesses, artists, and changemakers for a day of fun, culture, food, and community pride. This special event celebrates the 10th anniversary of Laced Up Athletics and the 130th anniversary of Second Baptist Church with live music, local vendors, family games, and art activities for all ages.

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La Grange

Eastside Fall Fest

Join one of the Eastside's biggest community celebrations as we bring together families, local businesses, artists, and...

PUT THE PAN DOWN. 
It's Labor Day. There will be no labor. Not for you, anyway.
Wooden Paddle's new brunch menu lands Monday, September 7. First day anyone sees it. Think new brunch pizzas, snacks, booze. Order whatever you want. No set price, no set courses, just a chill hangout.
We're open on Labor Day, and the special brunch menu runs 10am to 2pm. Pajamas welcome, best ones get gift cards.
Book your table before they're gone!

Local Event: No Labor, Day Brunch 🥞🍹

No Labor, Day Brunch 🥞🍹

PUT THE PAN DOWN. 
It's Labor Day. There will be no labor. Not for you, anyway.
Wooden Paddle's new brunch menu lands Monday,...

LATTE Theater (Conservatory for Young Adult Creatives)

Fall Acting Workshop IntensiveLATTE’s Acting Training Intensive offers young adult creatives, ages 14 – 28, a chance to be mentored and meet with industry professionals, including: SoloTheater Chicago Scene Study with Ron Keaton, Stage Combat and Choreography artists Tristin Hall and Angela Rak, Pfluger Empathy Movement Method with Felicia Pfluger, Finding the Right Balance Creating your Career in the Arts with Kaitlin Fron, and Dance and Movement with Elise Wallin.
WHEN?
Saturday, September 12th, the Acting Intensive runs from 9:45 AM to 4:30 PM. Read on for a detailed look at the sessions and presenter bios!

Enjoy a day in a supportive, fun, laid-back environment as you learn about acting and careers in the performing arts from industry professionals. Bring a lunch, a water bottle, clothes to move in, and your enthusiasm. $50 for the full day.
Text (708) 655-0989

Sign up: <a href="https://www.lattetheater.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.lattetheater.com</a>
WHERE? 9008 Fairview Dr. (Parking Lot Entrance of Cornerstone Church)
SCHEDULE:
9:45 Arrival. Sign in. Icebreaker. Quick mandatory meeting for parents of creatives under 18.
10:00 SoloTheater Tips, Tricks and Toolbox. Scene Study - Ron Keaton.
11:15 Finding the Right Balance. Creating Your Career in the Arts - Kaitlin Fron
12:30 Lunch – (Bring a Bag Lunch)
1:00 Stage Physicality and the Pfluger Empathy Movement Method -Felicia Pfluger
2:15 Dance and Movement- Elise Wallin
3:15 Water Break and Stretch
3:30 Stage Combat and Choreography– Tristin Hall and Angela Rak
4:30 Day Ends. Auditions for those interested.
DETAILED SCHEDULE
<ul><li>10 AM SoloTheater Tips, Tricks and The Actor’s Toolbox. Scene Study – Ron Keaton Preparation is important key to making your dreams a reality. Ron will take you through his “Actor’s Toolbox,” which includes monologues, photos, resumes, and how to approach someone in the audition process to present yourself for success. Scene study as well!</li><li></li><li>.11:15 Finding the Right Balance. Creating Your Career in the Arts - Kaitlin Fron</li><li>An honest discussion on how to assess and focus on different paths to a career related to music/theatre, and what it looks like to build the life you want while meeting your needs as a human, especially in today's economy. Explore choosing the right degree versus training independently and other paths to consider. Explore how to manage your career and have life balance for all you need to do and all you wish to become on stage!</li><li></li><li>1:00 Stage Physicality and Scene Study - Felicia Pfluger Learn techniques for acting authentically under imaginary circumstances, emotional preparation, and scene creation. In this workshop, students learn to break down script material to understand implicit and explicit meaning with their scene partner. Exercises focus on getting out of the head and into the heart, moment-to-moment character development, blocking, transitions, motivation, and script analysis.</li><li></li><li>2:15 Dance and Movement - Elise Wallin</li><li><ul><li>Develop performance confidence in your creative expression with movement and dance that heightens your character’s theatricality, spatial and ensemble awareness, and just have fun!</li><li></li><li>3:15 Water break - Take a little break and do some self-care. We're here to answer any questions you may have.</li><li></li><li>3:30 Stage Combat, Combat Choreography, Realistic Reactions - Tristan Hall and Angela Rak. </li><li>Gearing your fight to elicit comedy, action, or adventure, this session deals with consent with your stage partner, and Stage Combat falls, punches, and slaps. Learn choreography based on the emotion and dramatic and comedic level you wish to transport your audience with</li><li></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>4:30 AUDITIONS For those interested. Want to be in the LATTE Performance Company? Stick around and read with other cast members in a low-key, no-stress atmosphere for our fall show. Join us for a relaxed, laid-back talk about the program and how you can grow with us on stage. Both inexperienced and experienced actors are welcome to apply. Call 708-655-0989</li><li>Sign up is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lattetheater.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.lattetheater.com.</a></li></ul></li></ul>
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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.
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<h2>Healthy Habits Start with One Step</h2>
<h3>Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month 11:00am to 12:00pm. </h3>
Walk with a Doc is a free community walking program that is for people of all ages and fitness levels. During each walk, local physicians and healthcare professionals share practical, evidence-based health tips, answer questions, and walk alongside participants in a relaxed, supportive environment.
It’s a simple way to get moving, connect with neighbors, and learn strategies to improve your health.
As part of OptWell’s mission to inspire wellness throughout Chicago’s western suburbs, Walk with a Doc promotes the everyday habits that have the greatest impact on long-term health. Each walk encourages regular movement while reinforcing OptWell’s five healthy habits: Eat Well, Get Moving, Mental Wellness, Quality Sleep, and Manage Health. Together, these evidence-based habits can help reduce the risk of chronic disease and support a healthier, happier life.
Whether you’re taking your first walk or have been active for years, everyone is welcome. Come walk, learn, connect, and discover how small steps can lead to lasting health.
<a href="https://walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/la-grange-illinois/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>May-September, walks will occur at Countryside Park (630 61st St, Countryside, IL 60525).&nbsp; Meet by the gazebo and playground near the South Parking lot, just West of the tennis courts).

October-April, and in case of inclement weather, walks will occur at the Park District of La Grange Recreation Center (536 East Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525).
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Discover Oak Park’s Hidden Gem – A living world of beauty

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Sophia's Cleaning Service

Sophia's Cleaning Service is a family-owned and operated house cleaning and maid service based in La Grange, IL. Serving Chicago's western suburbs since 1984, the company provides professional residential and commercial cleaning solutions across Cook and DuPage counties. Specializing in recurring maid services, deep cleaning, move-in/move-out, and post-construction cleanup, the team utilizes a 56-point professional cleaning checklist to ensure consistent results. They are IJCSA Master Green Cleaning certified and offer eco-friendly, non-toxic cleaning options upon request, with all necessary supplies and equipment provided for every visit. With over 520 reviews and a 4.9-star average, customers can expect reliable, background-checked professionals and a dedicated cleaner for recurring visits. The business maintains an A+ BBB rating and supports the community by donating a portion of every cleaning to cancer research and local charities.

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Nazareth Academy

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