Name: Flower Power Gala - A fundraiser with Dinner, Dancing, Auctions and Fun
Start: 2026-11-14T18:00:00-06:00
Location: The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association

The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association

🌸 Flower Power Gala – Saturday, November 14, 6–10pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening of dinner, dancing to live music, exciting auctions, and fun at the 19th Century Club in Oak Park! Celebrate community while raising funds to support Unity of Oak Park, our community-funded spiritual center. Invite your friends, get your tickets, and help make this our best Gala yet!

Local Event: Flower Power Gala - A fundraiser with Dinner, Dancing, Auctions and Fun

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Oak Park-River Forest

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Flower Power Gala - A fundraiser with Dinner,...

🌸 Flower Power Gala – Saturday, November 14, 6–10pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening of dinner, dancing to live music,...

Flower Power Gala - A fundraiser with Dinner, Dancing, Auctions and Fun

Garage Sale 
534 Forest Ave. River Forest, IL 
Saturday 10/10/2026 (9am – 2pm) 
Designer Ladies’ clothing in good condition some new with tags, Size 1X and 2X, Purses and ladies’ shoes. 
Holiday Décor: Halloween, Christmas 
Throw Pillows, Blankets, Small Trunk
Fountain, Patio Umbrella, Flowerpots 
Paper goods and much more!

Local Event: Garage Sale (9am-2pm) 

Garage Sale (9am-2pm) 

Garage Sale 
534 Forest Ave. River Forest, IL 
Saturday 10/10/2026 (9am – 2pm) 
Designer Ladies’ clothing in good condition...

Toast To Paint

<h2>Cafecito and Paint ☕️🎨</h2>
Join us for a super chill in-person hangout where you can sip on some tasty cafecito from "Comai's Brew" while getting creative with paints! This is the perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee, chat, and make some cool art. Bring your good vibes and let’s paint the day away together!
 We provide step by step instructions, all painting materials, and you take your painting home after class!
🚘 We have a free private parking lot just steps from our door
📞 Call or text us with any questions
 Coffee- 10AM- 2PM
Painting- 11AM- 1PM
Toast To Paint
7185 W Bloomingdale Ave
Chicago IL, 60707
<a href="https://" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">(312)576-6300</a>
toasttopaint@gmail.com
www.toasttopaint.com
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Local Event: Cafecito and Paint ☕️🎨

Cafecito and Paint ☕️🎨

Cafecito and Paint ☕️🎨
Join us for a super chill in-person hangout where you can sip on some tasty cafecito from "Comai's Brew"...

Oak Park Public Library - Maze Branch

Thinking about downsizing, but overwhelmed by years of stuff? You're not alone!&nbsp;Join local Oak Park agent Cory Kohut for a quick, stress-free morning chat on how to navigate your next move with ease. Grab some free food, bring your questions, and let’s make a plan.REGISTER&nbsp;HERE: <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7X1b12N6u7BHBSsw-RAK7cG_ffFTlbVlXE2ml2EcLmGG_GA/viewform?usp=header" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7X1b12N6u7BHBSsw-RAK7cG_ffFTlbVlXE2ml2EcLmGG_GA/viewform?usp=header</a>
What We’ll Cover:
<ul><li>Timing: Is now actually a good time to sell, or should you wait?</li><li>The "Stuff": How to start decluttering without losing your mind.</li><li>Home Values: What your home is really worth right now.</li><li>Smart Moves: How to buy your next place before selling your current one.</li><li>Prep Work: Simple fixes to get top dollar without spending a fortune.</li></ul>
When &amp; Where:
<ul><li>When: Saturday, Oct 10 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM</li><li>Where: Maze Branch Library (<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/845+Gunderson+Ave,+Oak+Park?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">845 Gunderson Ave, Oak Park</a>)</li><li>Perks: Free entry + food provided!</li></ul>

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 Free Downsizing Seminar

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Salerno's Pizza & Pasta of Oak Park

Comedian Vik&nbsp;Balaji (Dry Bar, Zanies, Laugh&nbsp;Factory)&nbsp;headlines a night of comedy and dinner at Salernos in Oak Park on Saturday October 10th
Also on the show are rising stars Samir Adbul, Smooth and host Emilio Morrone!
Get your tickets on Eventbrite today and Use "Patch"&nbsp;to get 50% off your ticket (while supplies last)

Local Event: Dinner + a Show with Comedian Vik Balaji

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Oak Park River Forest Museum

You’ve been saving that Bicentennial quarter for a reason! Bring it to Oak Park River Forest Museum at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11, along with any other 1976 mementos you have (A button? Newspaper clipping? Photos?) and share their stories.
Museum staff and volunteers will be displaying items from our own collections, offering a peek into the everyday stories we preserve and celebrate. Want to share you item with us? Sign up to share by emailing&nbsp; your name and a photo of what you'd like to talk about in advance to oprfhistorymatters@sbcglobal.net so we can plan the afternoon. Each speaker will have up to five minutes to share. Join us to listen to some Bicentennial memories!If you don't have anything to share, join us for a fun afternoon of remembering 1976. Regular admission applies.

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Stories from '76: A Bicentennial Remembrance

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Cicero Stadium

Experience the high-octane thrills of Lucha Libre Internacional featuring an action-packed card headlined by a massive Jaula De Las Locas steel cage match. This spectacular event showcases multiple championship bouts including the Rey Del Ring and Parejas GALLI titles, with tickets ranging from $15 for bleachers to $60 for VIP access.
Featuring Jessy Ventura, Diva Salvaje, Sagittarius, Barbie Boy, Cicero own Lulu La Reina, Vito Fratteli, Joey Marx, Hijo De Canis Lupus, Rey Mictlan, AeroBoy, Axel Rico, Septico, Magico and more with 9 matches.
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 <tbody><tr><td>Discussing the issue of child-to-parent violence and abuse, Former OP Sgt. Rasul T. Freelain draws on his work with victims such as Sheila von Wiese-Mack and his book When Lambs Become Wolves.He highlights the surprising frequency of such violence, and the inadequacy of current laws to deal with it.

Our Monday Enrichment&nbsp;programs, on music, art, literature, science and social sciences, are&nbsp;always free to the public, with freewill donations appreciated. &nbsp;
For more information visit our website at <a href="https://www.nineteenthcentury.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.nineteenthcentury.org</a>. The&nbsp;Nineteenth Century Charitable Association is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, and an Illinois nonprofit organization. Our mission is strengthening our community through learning, giving, and sharing our landmark building,&nbsp;The Nineteenth Century Club. The Association was established in 1891 by a group of visionary women who believed education, charitable activities and civic involvement were vital elements in a thriving community. The spirit of the founders continues through grants, scholarships and public programming.&nbsp; We promote life-long learning through dynamic, multi-cultural programs featuring music, art, literature, science and the social sciences.

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