Lombard Community Building

Dan Hebreard will make a presentation on the DuPage Forest Preserve District on Friday, August 28, 2026. Dan is President of the DuPage Forest Preserve District and has worked for the FPD for over 20 years. His background includes a bachelor’s degree in Parks, Recreation and Facilities Management from the University of Illinois and an MBA degree from Benedictine University.
Dan and his family fully support sustainable initiatives, evidenced by their home being entirely powered by solar energy.&nbsp; The event is free and open to the public.

Local Event: Garden Club to feature Forest Preserve District President

DuPage County

Glen Ellyn

Illinois

Garden Club to feature Forest Preserve District...

Dan Hebreard will make a presentation on the DuPage Forest Preserve District on Friday, August 28, 2026. Dan is President of...

Garden Club to feature Forest Preserve District President

The Streetz Artz Alliance is back with a fresh line up of local artists and makers at Hopvine Brewing, for the annual Hoptoberfest! Bring out the pretzels and beer steins and come join the fun. Sunday, August 30th from 12-5 PM.Explore artwork, handmade goods, and collectibles while sipping Hopvine’s craft brews in a family-friendly, fully indoor setting. Rain or shine, this market will be spreading early Oktoberfest cheers! Check out Hopvine's festive new brew and try bites from the fresh new menu!*Free to attend *Family FriendlyCome sip and shop!

Local Event: Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing

Kane County

Aurora

Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing

The Streetz Artz Alliance is back with a fresh line up of local artists and makers at Hopvine Brewing, for the annual...

Cantigny Park

*COME ONE COME ALL
BYOD – BRING YOUR OWN DOGS TO
THE GREAT AMERICAN DOG SHOW 
AT CANTIGNY PARK IN WHEATON
SEPTEMBER 5TH AND 6TH, 2026
Reasonable Priced Family Entertainment 

Families, family dogs and pet lovers from all over Chicagoland can enjoy great, affordable, family-friendly entertainment and the thrill of world-class canine competition at the upcoming Great American Dog Show(GADS). The Show will be held September 5-6, 2026, at The Cantigny Park (1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton).
The Show will be chalk full of premier show dogs and competitors from the 200 American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized breeds. The spirit of competition will come alive as America’s favorite animals compete for top prizes throughout the weekend.
Along with the competition, which will take place across multiple large rings, the event will showcase demonstrations of agility, scent work, trick dog, and more. A highlight of the shows will be a Greet the Breeds event showcasing lots of unique and recognized breeds. The two-day experience will include multiple vendors, sponsors and exhibitors providing area dog lovers with insights into the best new products and services to support the health, grooming, training, and wellbeing of their favorite furry friends. Other highlights and activities over the weekend include:
Dachshund Races – hot diggity dog! watch (and/or bring your own) oodles of the cutest Dachshunds race for top dog bragging rights 
BYOD - Bring Your Own Dog Fun Run – join in the fun and watch your own (well-mannered and vaccinated) dog compete in a lively, outdoor, exciting event for all
Informative Meet Ups with the Experts -Trainers, Groomers and Vets on hand to consult and answer all your burning questions about your furry family members. Educational programming throughout the weekend to learn about the latest information about how to care for, feed, train and understand your pet. 
Competitive Pee Wee Show– kids ages 5 to 9 can practice and learn about being a junior handler. 
Join In the Healthy Dog Walk – a self-guided walk, complete with fun stops along the way and a chance to earn a medal and certificate of completion. Walk benefits with Anti-Cruelty Society. 
Top Notch Competitions with World Renown Judges throughout the weekend including Best of Breed, Best in Group and Best in Show.
Specialty Shopping with numerous vendors showcasing the best of the best pet care products: treats, custom collars, fun collectables, personalized gifts and more.
Food Truck Row – treat yourself and your family to everything from ice cream, to tacos, to coffee to shaved ice
THE Kids Zone featuring a larger, more amped up area for kids of all ages featuring; face painting, coloring areas, stuffed animal obstacle course, and experts to teach kids how to care for their pets.
Cooling Pools for Furry Ones – let your pups frolic in the water in the park and stay cool on a hot summer day.
1-Day ticket pricing is as follows:
$22 General Admission$15 for Children (12 and under)$18 for Seniors and Veterans 
For information about how to purchase tickets, and for more information about the event, including vendor information, visit <a href="https://greatamericandogshow.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">greatamericandogshow.com</a>.

Local Event: Great American Dog Show

Wheaton

Great American Dog Show

*COME ONE COME ALL
BYOD – BRING YOUR OWN DOGS TO
THE GREAT AMERICAN DOG SHOW 
AT CANTIGNY PARK IN WHEATON
SEPTEMBER 5TH AND...

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Auto Style PPF is a premier vehicle protection and customization studio located at 361 Country Club Dr, Bensenville, IL. With over 12 years of experience, the shop serves the greater Chicago area, including Schaumburg and Elmhurst, providing expert services just minutes from O'Hare Airport. The facility is a climate-controlled, dust-free environment dedicated to high-end automotive care. The shop specializes in paint protection film (PPF), vinyl car wraps, and color-change PPF, utilizing premium materials from certified brands like XPEL, 3M, Avery Dennison, and Rayno. Their comprehensive service menu includes clear bra installation, Tesla customization, chrome deletes, paint correction, paintless dent repair, window tinting, and powder coating for wheels. Every installation is performed using computer-cut precision patterns to ensure no blades touch the vehicle's paint, with film edges tucked for a seamless, professional finish. Customers can expect show-car quality results backed by a 10-year manufacturer warranty on PPF installations. With a 4.9-star rating across 57 Google reviews, Auto Style PPF is recognized for its meticulous attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction.

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The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself.

LuxeLine Remodeling

The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself. It is hiring the wrong company. Homeowners across DuPage County suburbs hear the same promises from every contractor: quality work, on time, on budget. Then the project starts. Communication drops off. Timelines slip. The person who sold the job disappears and a crew you have never met shows up. Decisions pile up with no one to guide you through them. LuxeLine Remodeling exists because that experience is unacceptable. We are a residential-only remodeling company led by Jason Neu, a licensed general contractor who founded LuxeLine on a simple principle: the person responsible for your project should be the person you talk to, the person who shows up, and the person who makes sure every detail is right. We serve homeowners across the western suburbs of Chicago. We do not take commercial jobs. We do not spread ourselves across dozens of active projects. We take on the work we can deliver at the level our name demands.

David Giuliani

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Elmhurst

The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself. It is hiring the wrong company. Homeowners across DuPage County suburbs hear the same...

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