Name: Morton Grove Historical Museum Open House
Start: 2026-10-18T13:00:00-05:00
Location: Morton Grove Historical Museum

Morton Grove Historical Museum

Stop by the museum for our open house. Celebrating 100 Years of the Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce is our current exhibit!
The museum is open the third Sunday of each month 1pm-4pm and during the week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10am – 3pm.

Local Event: Morton Grove Historical Museum Open House 

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Morton Grove Historical Museum Open House 

Stop by  the museum for our open house. Celebrating 100 Years of the Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce is our current...

PRAIRIE VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER

There will be refreshments to purchase and plenty of FREE parking too! Raffles with great prizes supplied by our vendors...FREE to enter and lots of FREE PARKING. There will be Live Entertainment to make the day more fun and other surprises too along with coupons for the first 100 attendees (over 18 and one per family) to purchase items from our vendors along with a FREE photo booth!
For over a decade, the Morton Grove Farmers' Market was a popular event that brought the community together outdoors from late spring through early fall and also held indoor markets for the holidays which welcomed attendees for free. We are continuing that tradition with our twice yearly "Market Faire" this Fall on October 24 presented by the Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce - <a href="https://mgcci.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://mgcci.org/</a> - with the support of the Morton Grove Park District.
Rich Block, President of the Morton Grove Chamber was also managed the Farmers' Market who wanted to bring back an indoor event for the holidays for the residents of the village and surrounding communities to enjoy. The spirit of those markets continues as a place where people come together to meet, eat and enjoy entertainment while shopping for items from local artisans and crafters, visit with service providers and get information from the village and local organizations. 
 The first event was titled as a "holiday faire" attracting shoppers interested in seeing vendors who provided all that was needed for the holidays (gifts, catering, music, photographers, decorations, party rentals and more). That concept transitioned to an artisan crafts fair as others wanted to share their goods and services who offered gourmet foods, home repair services and more from home based businesses. We quickly outgrew our original locations and found a new home at the Morton Grove Park District's Prairie View Community Center on their first floor main gym that now allows us to have expanded the amount of vendor tables with easier access.&nbsp;
The Chamber's goal is to grow these Market Faires (this fall on October 24th from 9 am to 2 pm. Next Spring Market Faire will be May 8 close to Mother's Day in 2027. We are growing into a twice yearly, popular event for all to find interesting items, services and information while meeting their neighbors. We hope you will join us and share the event with your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers and anyone interested. Please help us spread the word so we can more people to attend the market. For more about the Morton Grove Chamber or our twice-yearly Market Faire please contact us at 847-965-0330 or by email at: Director@mgcci.org THANKS...we hope to see YOU at the Faire!

Local Event: Morton Grove's Autumn Market Faire returns on October 24th

Morton Grove's Autumn Market Faire returns on...

There will be refreshments to purchase and plenty of FREE parking too! Raffles with great prizes supplied by our vendors...FREE...

Morton Grove's Autumn Market Faire returns on October 24th

Nicor Gas is committed to the safety of every customer and community it serves and is partnering with local fire departments across its Northern Illinois service territory for an annual public education program. This year marks the 21st year of Nicor Gas’ participation in the safety awareness campaign that will run through October, coinciding with National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 4-10).   
Nicor Gas volunteers will share important information and resources to help families know how to respond in the unlikely event of a natural gas emergency.  Even the youngest of attendees can learn safety tips through this interactive demonstration.

Local Event: Nicor Gas to promote natural gas safety at Morton Grove Fire Department

Nicor Gas to promote natural gas safety at...

Nicor Gas is committed to the safety of every customer and community it serves and is partnering with local fire departments...

Nicor Gas to promote natural gas safety at Morton Grove Fire Department

What happens when a family decides to hold a séance for Jerry Garcia on the anniversary of his death? Waiting for Jerry Garcia — a new play by Dan Zellner, directed by Steven Yandell — is about to find out.
Three family members, played by Becca Blatt, Drew Mierzejewski and Tyler Skaafgard, gather around a séance table, each carrying their own hopes, regrets, and unfinished business. What follows is funny, tender, and surprisingly moving — a comedy about life choices, failed dreams, and what it means to love someone you never knew.
The evening doesn't stop there. A live acoustic Grateful Dead jam session and community sing-along follows the performance, led by musician Jim Cullom and featuring The Uke Jammers with Mitch Thomas. Bring your acoustic instrument. Bring your voice. Just show up.
October 24th &amp; 25th | The Storefront, 4051 Main Street, Skokie IL 
Tickets: $15 | buytickets.at/studioz/2390860

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Waiting for Jerry Garcia

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C.A.R.E. (Community Animal Rescue Effort) and St. Peter’s UCC of Skokie are hosting our 9th Annual Pet Blessing on Sunday, October 26th from 3-4pm. A brief service will be held in St. Peter’s gymnasium honoring pets and our unique relationships with them, followed by individual pet blessings. C.A.R.E. will be on hand with pets ready for adoption and information about their adoption facility. Suggested at-the-door donation is $5, and there will be raffle baskets with wonderful pet-inspired gifts and treats. All donations benefit C.A.R.E. and St. Peter’s. 
St. Peter’s UCC is located at 8013 Laramie Avenue, Laramie &amp; Oakton across from Village Hall. Convenient parking is available in the lot off Floral Avenue just east of the church building. For the safety of all, please ensure that your pet is on a leash or in a carrier. This event is open to the public, and all are welcome to attend, whether they bring a pet, or are ready to begin the adoption process for a furry companion! For more information contact St Peter’s at 847-673-8166 or <a href="mailto:Office@stpeteruccskokie.org">Office@stpeteruccskokie.org</a>.
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We are always grateful for donations of non-perishable food items for our Mini Pantry – they can be left by the Church Office next to the Laramie Street door.

Local Event: 🐾 C.A.R.E.™ and St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Host Pet Blessing

🐾 C.A.R.E.™ and St. Peter’s United Church of...

C.A.R.E. (Community Animal Rescue Effort) and St. Peter’s UCC of Skokie are hosting our 9th Annual Pet Blessing on Sunday,...

🐾 C.A.R.E.™ and St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Host Pet Blessing

Prairie View Park

Put on your costume and come to the Prairie View Community Center for our Halloween Family Fest! We will have games, a DJ dance party, crafts, inflatables, Tractor Ride, Stories read by the Library, Smores, Face Painting, and more! Join us for some spooky fun.
Food Vendor: TBA – Food and drink are available for purchase.
Registration is initially Morton Grove residents only. Non-resident registration begins October 1. Code: 420101-01 Ages: 3-12 Fee: $10/$12<a href="https://ilmortongroveweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?display=detail&amp;module=AR&amp;PrimaryCode=420101" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>
This event is sponsored by <a href="https://www.proautoillinois.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ProAuto</a>, <a href="https://www.statefarm.com/agent/us/il/morton-grove/mae-trongkamsataya-06m6zb407ak" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">State Farm Mae Trongkamsataya</a>, <a href="https://ttps://lavittanimalhospital.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Lavitt Animal Hospital,</a> <a href="https://www.mypfcu.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Partnership Financial Credit Union</a>,and <a href="https://www.procaredental.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorAV5kQX_QI3ub54B30jlTDNVCvezfV5gG_dVUdWoQWoHhpZQ98" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ProCare Family Dental</a>.

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Halloween Family Fest

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Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago North Shore (Skokie) by IHG

Join No Shame On U for their Annual Event 2026, **Where Connection Begins: Better Together**, taking place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Holiday Inn North Shore Chicago in Skokie, Illinois. The evening begins at 7:00 PM with a dessert reception catered by Zelda’s Catering, followed by an 8:00 PM program featuring keynote speaker Ali Hearn, LCSW—a consultant, trainer, coach, and mental health advocate who will explore how we can rethink our everyday spaces to foster belonging and connection in the face of rising loneliness. Tickets are $100 per person, with sponsorship opportunities also available.

Local Event:  No Shame On U Annual Event 2026: Where Connection Begins: Better Together

 No Shame On U Annual Event 2026: Where...

 Join No Shame On U for their Annual Event 2026, **Where Connection Begins: Better Together**, taking place on Sunday, November...

 No Shame On U Annual Event 2026: Where Connection Begins: Better Together

Edge of the Wood Theatre

The Resident Theatre at Edge of the Wood presents Anton Chekhov's Uncle Vanya, in a modern adaptation by Annie Baker, from November 6-22. &nbsp;Chekhov's intimate family story examines the potency of love, loyalty, and resilience in our everyday existence. Directed by Resident Artist Stacey Lind, the award-winning ensemble includes Resident Artists Stephen Loch, Jeanann Power, and Janet Rourke. Tickets available at edgeofthewood.com or by calling (773) 775-1140. &nbsp;All performances take place at the Edgebrook Community Church. &nbsp;Ample free parking.

Local Event: Uncle Vanya

Uncle Vanya

The Resident Theatre at Edge of the Wood presents Anton Chekhov's Uncle Vanya, in a modern adaptation by Annie Baker, from...

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