Arts & Entertainment
This Weekend: Bag Crawl, Oktoberfest and Pumpkins
Food, drink, arts, entertainment, outdoors, benefit and government events happening this weekend, Oct. 6 - Oct. 9, in the Orland, Palos, Tinley and Oak Forest area.
Now that it's dark in the morning and dark after work, you may start to feel as nocturnal as a catfish. Look on the bright side! The weekend is just around the corner, with enough events to make you as happy as a raccoon in a trash can.
Food & Drink
Sunday, October 9, 12 p.m. | "Bag Crawl" down Oak Park avenue this Sunday. Participants get opportunities for prizes, gaming opportunities and food. There is a $25 entry free. This is a 21 and up event.
Saturday, October 8, 6:30 p.m. |
Sample beer, brats, pretzels, play in a bean bag tournament, split the pot and more at this 2nd annual Oktoberfest. Admission is $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Designated drivers get a discount. This is a 21 and up event.
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Arts & Entertainment
Sunday, October 9, 2 p.m. |
Get an "elementary" introduction about the classic detective Sherlock Holmes, including photos and memorabilia that are sponsored by the The Southdowners Sherlockian 4326 Club. Register at the , or call 708-532-0160 for more information.
Outdoors
Saturday, October 8, 8 p.m. | 8401 Nielsen Dr, Tinley Park, IL
October 8th is International Observe the Moon Night, sponsored by Iskywatch.com. Telescopes will be set up on Nielsen Drive; additional telescopes are welcome. Look for red flashing lights.
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October, Weekdays 3 p.m.-5 p.m., Weekends and Columbus Day 10 a.m.-4 p.m.|
Play in the hay at the children's center. Explore the farm, pick out a pumpkin, bring the kids to the playland and more. Options vary on weekdays and weekends.
Benefits
October, All day | "Support" a local women's violence shelter by donating new and gently used bras. Bras may be dropped off at and .
Government
Saturday, October 8, 10 p.m. |
Learn more about the Oak Forest and Crestwood communities at this 35th annual fair. Contact the Oak Forest Crestwood Chamber of Commerce at 708-687-4600 for more information.
Saturday, October 8, 8 a.m. - noon | Take part of Orland Township's "Sustainable Saturday" by donating unwanted electronics to be recycled. Acceptable items include televisions, monitors, computers, copiers, printers, fax machines, VCRs, keyboards, DVD players, microwaves, stereos, phones, speakers, cables, lights, computer parts, game consoles and handheld electronic devices. This is a free event.
