Maplewood Public House

Bridge Communities, a Glen Ellyn-based nonprofit that helps families overcome homelessness, will host the Maplewood Bash for Bridge on Friday, September 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Maplewood Public House, 486 Pennsylvania Ave., Glen Ellyn.
The evening will feature live music from headliner EP8 and special guest Side Project, along with heavy appetizers. Every ticket sold supports Bridge Communities' mission of transforming the lives of families facing homelessness through stable housing and transformational support.
General Admission tickets include event admission, heavy appetizers, and live music all night. VIP tickets include all General Admission perks plus VIP seating, two drink tickets, and dedicated table butlers.
Bridge Communities encourages community members to come for the music and stay for the mission at this night of great bands and tasty bites in support of a good cause.
Tickets and additional event details are available at <a href="https://onecau.se/bashforbridge" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://onecau.se/bashforbridge</a>.

Local Event: Maplewood Bash for Bridge featuring EP8 & Side Project

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Maplewood Bash for Bridge featuring EP8 & Side...

Bridge Communities, a Glen Ellyn-based nonprofit that helps families overcome homelessness, will host the Maplewood Bash for...

Maplewood Bash for Bridge featuring EP8 & Side Project

Lorraine/Duane Metra Lot next to the Glen Ellyn Public Library

Summer isn’t over yet! The Glen Ellyn Backyard BBQ (GEBYBBQ) returns for its 18th year on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 1:00 – 9:30pm in downtown Glen Ellyn at the Duane Street Public Parking Lot. 
With live music throughout the day, tasty BBQ, delicious food and drink vendors, and a Piglet Playland for the kids, the event is sure to be fun for the whole family. 

The GEBYBBQ also features Illinois’ largest amateur BBQ contest where BBQ enthusiasts will compete to see who has what it takes to become the champion. Guests can vote for which of our competitors made their favorite BBQ sauce and get tips from the home-chef pros. 
The Piglet Playland offers plenty of fun for the little ones with children’s entertainment, face painting, inflatables, and more. The BBQ will also keep you rocking all day long with some of the best bands in town, including Blank Tape, Lakeshore, Amy Kelly and the Beaver Moon Band, and Serendipity. Guests will also have a chance to win exciting raffle prizes. This year’s entertainment is supported by our King of the Stage Sponsor, Sport Court Midwest. 

Best of all, guests’ attendance supports a great cause. All proceeds benefit the 100+ families facing homelessness served by Bridge Communities every year. Visit <a href="https://glenellynbackyardbbq.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">glenellynbackyardbbq.org</a> for more information. 
Bridge Communities is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to provide housing, mentoring and supportive services to families facing homelessness in DuPage County. Bridge Communities’ vision is a community where all families have safe, sustainable and affordable housing and life-long self-sufficiency. In the past 37 years, Bridge Communities has helped more than 1,000 families cross the bridge from homelessness to hope and self-sufficiency. For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.bridgecommunities.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.bridgecommunities.org</a>.

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Veggie Fest Chicago 2026, Returns August 8–9 as One of North America's Largest Healthy living and Wellness Festivals. FREE Admission and FREE Parking • More Than 40,000 Visitors Expected for Two Days of Health, Meditation, Great Food, Music, Family Fun, and&nbsp; Inspiration Veggie Fest Chicago, one of North America's largest and longest-running health, wellness, and lifestyle festivals, will return to&nbsp;Danada South Park in Lisle, Illinois, on Saturday and Sunday, August 8–9, 2026, welcoming an anticipated&nbsp;more than 40,000 attendees&nbsp;from across the&nbsp; Midwest and beyond. Now in its sixteenth year, Veggie Fest Chicago has become one of the Midwest's premier&nbsp;summer festivals, attracting families, health enthusiasts, food lovers, wellness seekers, and individuals interested in discovering practical approaches to healthier, and&nbsp;more fulfilling lives. Featuring&nbsp;FREE Admission and FREE Parking, the &nbsp;festival offers visitors an unparalleled opportunity to experience inspiring speakers, wellness programming, international cuisine, family activities, live entertainment, and much more. Held at&nbsp;Danada South Park, 2701 Navistar Circle, Lisle, Illinois, Veggie Fest Chicago 2026 will take place from&nbsp;11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. each day, offering a rich and diverse array of educational, cultural, culinary, and family-friendly experiences. Highlights of Veggie Fest Chicago 2026 Include:
 Prominent guest speakers&nbsp;from the fields of health, wellness, personal development, and spirituality, as well as highly accomplished leaders and innovators who have achieved extraordinary success in their respective fields  Famous international food court&nbsp;featuring exceptional vegetarian and vegan cuisine from around the world  More than 75 vendors and exhibitors&nbsp;showcasing health, wellness, sustainability, and lifestyle products and services  Live cooking demonstrations&nbsp;featuring healthy and flavorful cuisine  The popular Children's Activity Tent, offering games, crafts, performances, educational activities, and interactive experiences for children of all ages  Live music featuring some of Chicago's favorite local bands and performers  Meditation and yoga sessions&nbsp;throughout the festival Over the years, Veggie Fest Chicago has become a signature Midwest event, attracting visitors from throughout the United States and internationally. Whether attendees are interested in improving their health, learning meditation techniques, enjoying delicious food, spending quality time with family, discovering wellness resources, or simply enjoying a memorable summer weekend outdoors, Veggie Fest Chicago offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Additional information, speaker schedules, exhibitor information, volunteer opportunities, and festival updates are available at <a href="https://www.veggiefestchicago.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">veggiefestchicago.org</a>
Event Information What:&nbsp;Veggie Fest Chicago 2026 When:&nbsp;Saturday, August 8, and Sunday, August 9, 2026 Time:&nbsp;11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. daily Where:&nbsp;Danada South Park, 2701 Navistar Circle, Lisle, Illinois 60532 Admission:&nbsp;FREE Parking:&nbsp;FREE Expected Attendance:&nbsp;More than 40,000 visitors Website:&nbsp;VeggieFestChicago.org About Veggie Fest Chicago Veggie Fest Chicago is one of North America's largest and longest-running health, wellness and lifestyle festivals. The annual event brings together physicians, researchers, wellness experts, educators, meditation teachers, performers, exhibitors, and community organizations to inspire healthier living through education, meditation, wellness practices, compassionate living, and community engagement. 
Media Contact Jonathan Kruger, 630-842-922

Local Event: Veggie Fest 2026

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Come sip and shop with us this Saturday in Glen Ellyn!
Celebrate summer and National Cat Day at Maplewood Public House on Caturday, August 8, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Join the Streetz Artz Alliance for a family-friendly outdoor artisan market featuring a curated lineup of talented local artists and makers. Grab a craft beer while exploring original artwork, handcrafted jewelry, woodworking, home décor, books, apparel, fused glass, vintage treasures, sewn goods, puzzles, gifts, and so much more. Many artists will also be featuring cat-themed artwork, apparel, accessories, and gifts in honor of National Cat Day.
Every purchase supports an independent artist or small business, making this a great opportunity to discover something one-of-a-kind while supporting your local creative community.
Featured artists include:<ul><li>3Damian Art</li><li>Art of Alex Kujawa</li><li>Becky Blue Designs</li><li>Carol Musial Glassworks</li><li>Cluedin Escape Rooms</li><li>Ghost Owl Studio</li><li>Jeff's Twisted Metal</li><li>Jen Watson Art</li><li>KindlyKathleen</li><li>La Rosa Escobedo</li><li>MasterLink Chainmaille</li><li>Melanie Klegerman Fersko – Artist and Author</li><li>Simple Beauty Rocks LLC</li><li>Snowingstars</li><li>Sparkle-n-Lights</li><li>The Craftholes</li><li>TheMysticGardenCo</li><li>Third Lens Adventures</li><li>Uniquely Q</li></ul>
Where: Maplewood Public House 486 Pennsylvania Ave., Glen Ellyn, IL
When: Saturday, August 8, 2026 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1080883124347596/?active_tab=discussion" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/events/1080883124347596/?active_tab=discussion</a> Free admission. Family friendly. Plenty of nearby parking
Come sip, shop, support local, and spend your Saturday discovering talented artists, unique finds, and a welcoming community.

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Naperville Plant Club

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This week's newsletter of the&nbsp; <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/join/kater" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Naperville/North Shore Plant Club</a>&nbsp;features all of the beautiful Hydrangeas offered through the Plant Club. We are especially loving the smaller panicle varieties!!!This week's order window is open today, Friday August 7 and runs through August 9.&nbsp; Plants will be available for pick up at our Naperville location August 12!
Free to join <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/join/kater" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Naperville/NorthShore Plant Club</a>&nbsp;members receive an email newsletter with plant information, tips, tricks and techniques as well as updates to future order windows. Plants will arrive for pick up at our west suburban location in Naperville.&nbsp; We usually have weekly or bi-weekly plant orders through the growing season.
The <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/locations/il/naperville" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Naperville Plant Club</a>&nbsp;was started by neighbors who wanted an affordable way to access great plants for their garden and share gardening information with their friends. We order in season perennials, shrubs, groundcover and annuals all summer long. Great plants at great prices, fresh from the nursery.
So check out the Naperville / North Shore Plant Club - and get your order for summer blooming perennials and shrubs in today!.&nbsp; Plants ordered by this Sunday, will be ready for pick up Wednesday, August 12.

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<h4>MASTERING MEDICARE: Your “Turning 65” Game Plan – Workshop</h4>
Join us for a FREE workshop and get the clarity you deserve.We’re breaking down everything you NEED to know about your transition to Medicare. No jargon, just the answers you’ve been looking for.What We’ll Cover:• Enrollment Essentials: When and how to sign up correctly.• Medicare Decoded: What Parts A, B, C, and D actually mean for you.• Penalty Protection: How to avoid late fees and common costly mistakes.Enjoy a delicious treat on me while we dish out the facts!When &amp; Where:Thursday, August 13th | 6:30 PMRosati’s Pizza877 E. Geneva RdCarol Stream, IL 60188Call (630) 534-2787 to reserve your seat! (TTY 711)Seats are limited - don’t wait!A licensed sales agent will be present with information and applications. For accommodations of persons with special needs at sales meetings, please call (630) 534-2787, TTY 711, 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday. By calling the number above, you will be directed to a licensed sales agent. Medicare has neither reviewed nor endorsed this information.

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Join us Mondays, September 21 through November 2, 2026 (no class October 26), from 6:45-8:00 p.m. at 800 S. Rohlwing Rd., Unit C, Addison, IL (inside Journey Church; no affiliation).
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