White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch

Celebrate the season with a fun and relaxing origami program! Participants will learn how to fold an adorable paper pumpkin step by step while exploring the basics of origami techniques. All supplies will be provided, and no experience is needed—just bring your creativity and enjoy a cozy crafting session.

Local Event: Teen DIY: Step-by-Step Origami Pumpkins

Will County

Homer Glen-Lockport

Illinois

Teen DIY: Step-by-Step Origami Pumpkins

Celebrate the season with a fun and relaxing origami program! Participants will learn how to fold an adorable paper pumpkin...

A memory café is a social gathering for individuals living with dementia or other cognitive impairments and their care partners (spouses, children, friend, and professional caregivers). This monthly program provides a comfortable space to connect with others in similar situations, featuring low-stress activities like music, crafts, guest speakers, conversation, and more. Light refreshments will be served.
Memory cafes are not respite care and individuals must be accompanied by their care partner.

Local Event: Monthly Memory Cafe

Monthly Memory Cafe

A memory café is a social gathering for individuals living with dementia or other cognitive impairments and their care partners...

Join fellow chess players of all ages and skill levels on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month for this open play program! There will be a limited number of chess sets provided, so players are encouraged to bring their own.
Beginners are welcome, but formal lessons may not be available.

Local Event: Chess Club

Chess Club

Join fellow chess players of all ages and skill levels on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month for this open play program!...

Warm up your singing voice for a spook, creepy and wonderful sing along! &nbsp;
Sing along with Jack, Sally and OogieBoogie! &nbsp;We'll watch the movie, have a snack and get into the Halloween (or Christmas Holiday?!) "Spirit"! &nbsp;
*Parents: &nbsp;Please be aware that there can be intense scenes in this Halloween/Christmas classic. &nbsp;Be sure to check reviews of the film if you are unsure if your child is ready for it.

Local Event: Nightmare Before Christmas: Sing Along Movie Night!

Nightmare Before Christmas: Sing Along Movie...

Warm up your singing voice for a spook, creepy and wonderful sing along!  
Sing along with Jack, Sally and OogieBoogie!  We'll...

Nightmare Before Christmas: Sing Along Movie Night!

About 85 years ago, a new kind of crime film emerged in the United States. Darker, moodier than what had come before, French critics called it "film noir" (dark film). Dark in style and dark in worldview, it gave us trenchcoat-wearing gumshoes and sultry femme fatales, and brought the audience into a night world of danger, obsession, paranoia, and alienation.
Born from the anxieties of the mid-20th century, film noir reflected a world of danger, uncertainty, and shifting social values. Join us as we trace the history of noir, from its early roots through its classic era and the lasting influence it left on cinema.

Local Event: Film Noir: Cinema’s Dark Streets and Dangerous Desires

Film Noir: Cinema’s Dark Streets and Dangerous...

About 85 years ago, a new kind of crime film emerged in the United States. Darker, moodier than what had come before, French...

Film Noir: Cinema’s Dark Streets and Dangerous Desires

World War II was the first war in history to receive almost continuous coverage on radio. Tonight, we'll examine how radio rose to the challenge of life during wartime, with sound clips from news broadcasts, presidential speeches, entertainment shows, programs designed to boost morale (both at home and among the armed forces) and more!

Local Event: Radio Goes to War: Radio during WWII, with Steve Darnall

Radio Goes to War: Radio during WWII, with...

World War II was the first war in history to receive almost continuous coverage on radio. Tonight, we'll examine how radio rose...

Radio Goes to War: Radio during WWII, with Steve Darnall

White Oak Library District - Lockport Branch

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Romeoville

Lauren Traut

New Lenox

John Ferak

Joliet

Cook County

Lemont

Bolingbrook

Emily Rosca

Plainfield

Shorewood

Mokena

Orland Park

DuPage County

Woodridge

Lockport Vfw Post #5788

Celebrate the season with traditional Alpine music by Max's Oberkrainer Express from Germany, Austria, and Slovenia. Enjoy a festive atmosphere featuring authentic food choices like Bratwurst or Pork Chop, available for ages 12 and over with an admission fee of $10.

Local Event: Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest

Celebrate the season with traditional Alpine music by Max's Oberkrainer Express from Germany, Austria, and Slovenia. Enjoy a...

Joliet Junior College Event Center

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Join <a href="https://www.willcountysao.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow</a> and the <a href="https://www.willcountycac.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Will County Children’s Advocacy Center</a> for the 16th Annual <a href="https://www.MenWhoCook.info" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MEN WHO COOK presented by CITGO</a><a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>&nbsp;on Saturday, October 17, from 6–9 PM at the <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/DiC8FF8NQtP6YEeH8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Joliet Junior College Event Center</a>, 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL. It’s one deliciously fun night where talented men from our community—amateur and professional cooks alike—serve up samples of their favorite APPETIZERS, ENTREES &amp; DESSERTS…and YOU get to decide which dishes deserve bragging rights!
TASTE. JUDGE. HAVE FUN! From savory to sweet, our cooks will pull out all the stops to win your vote. Bring your appetite and enjoy an evening packed with:
● Delicious Food ● Cash Bar by <a href="https://roccitybarandgrill.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Roc City Bar &amp; Grill</a> ● Kids’ Activities ● Raffles
Great food, great fun &amp; a great cause.&nbsp;And the best part? You get to be the judge!
HAVE FUN. MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Your ticket supports the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center, providing HOPE, HEALING &amp; JUSTICE to children who have endured severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence.
100% of proceeds stay local, supporting the CAC’s evidence-based, trauma-focused forensic interview, family advocacy, and trauma therapy services for children and their families.
Founded in 1995 by Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow, the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center brings together law enforcement, prosecutors, DCFS, medical professionals, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists under one roof to help abused children begin their journey toward healing and justice.
GRAB YOUR FRIENDS &amp; FAMILY. COME HUNGRY! You won't leave that way!

Local Event: MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center

MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's...

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Join Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow and the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center for the 16th...

MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center

German American Heritage Center

Join us this Sunday afternoon for our annual Trunk or Treat Halloween event at the German American Heritage Center, 25249 South Center Road, Frankfort, IL from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Free family fun !

Local Event: Annual Trunk or Treat Halloween Event

Frankfort

Annual Trunk or Treat Halloween Event

Join us this Sunday afternoon for our annual Trunk or Treat Halloween event at the German American Heritage Center, 25249 South...

First Presbyterian Church

Trunk- N-Treat is a Spooktacular Gathering at First Pres. Joliet. There will be Candy, Food, Games, Classic Cars, and more! Come join us and help if you want to decorate a trunk. Use the QR&nbsp;code if you are willing to help!

Local Event: Trunk - N - Treat

Trunk - N - Treat

Trunk- N-Treat is a Spooktacular Gathering at First Pres. Joliet. There will be Candy, Food, Games, Classic Cars, and more!...

Chicago Gaelic Park

Come Celebrate Autumn for a Great Cause!
DATE: Friday, November 6, 2026
PLACE: Chicago Gaelic Park, 6119 W 147th Street, Oak Forest, IL 60452
DOORS OPEN: 6:30 pm
ENTRY: $40 per person (Includes Dinner Buffet, Wine, Draft Beer and Soda)
ENTERTAINMENT: Port Authority 
Event details that include entry/grand raffle/sponsor payment options available at&nbsp;<a href="https://actionsertoma.org/fall-fest" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Fall Fest</a>
Sponsor/Ad forms for submission deadline is Oct. 20.
Our headliner, Port Authority, is a rock band from Chicago’s South Side, formed in 8th grade by John McFarland and Scott Bonshire. Reuniting in 2025 with Kristen McFarland on vocals and Brian Sarna on bass.The band returns with fresh energy and classic rock roots. Get ready to dance!
There will be an Auction, various raffles going on throughout the evening, that includes the Grand Raffle for the grand prize of $5,000. Try your luck on all these raffles!!
Action Sertoma NFP has been serving local communities since 1967 in the Chicagoland area. We are the biggest club in the State of Illinois. We are one of the three clubs who founded the Sertoma Centre, now called Sertoma Star Services, and the Sertoma Speech and Hearing Center in 1971. These facilities provide state-of-the-art services and programs to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and hearing impaired. Additionally, Sertoma Star Community Mental Health and Counseling has been a leader in supporting those living with mental illness. All these services provide choices and opportunities for persons with disabilities and their families through a culture of innovation and caring to enrich their lives and maximize their independence.
Action Sertoma Cares! We, also, have donated to ALS walk, Alsip Kids Scholarship Fund w/Alsip Scholarship Industrial Association, &nbsp;Alicia’s House, Alzheimer's, Chicago First Look For Charity, Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, Chicago Lawn Sertoma, Crisis Center of South Suburbia, Cruise for a Cause, Dans House of Hope, David Patrick O'Donnell Foundation, Filling the Gap, Forever U, Frankfort Lions Club, GiGi's Playhouse, Hickory Hills Sertoma, Homewood Rotary Foundation, JDRF, Jenny’s Make a Wish, Jones Center, Lemont United Sertoma, Midwest BBQ for the Brave, Misericordia - Grid Iron Golf Outing, New Lenox Rotary Charities, Navarro Farms, Oak Forest Fleadh, Open Access, Operation Breakthrough, Pack The Place for Pat, Pathlights, POW-R Sertoma, Project Fire Buddies, Reclaim 13, RESPOND NOW, Second Sense, Sleep &amp; Heavenly Peace, St. Damians Food Bank and Men’s Club, Suburban Access, Tinley Park PAWS, Together We Cope, Toss for Tots, Toys for Tots, Trey McCambell Foundation, 19th Ward Mutual Aid Group, and many more.&nbsp;&nbsp;SERvice TO MAnkind.
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Local Event: Action Sertoma's 22nd Annual Fall Fest 2026

Oak Forest

Action Sertoma's 22nd Annual Fall Fest 2026

Come Celebrate Autumn for a Great Cause!
DATE: Friday, November 6, 2026
PLACE: Chicago Gaelic Park, 6119 W 147th Street, Oak...

Trunk Or Treat Eve of Haunted Destruction Event Dirt Oval 66 Joliet Participants will receive two tickets to attend our Annual season-ending night of destruction featuring backwards school bus racing, RV demolition derby, lawn mower demolition, burnout contest, and Power Wheels racing for kids. Not to mention, Haunted house, character interactions, bouncy houses, costume contest and Fireworks!!!!&nbsp;

We want You,  Boo! 

Trunk Or Treat Eve of Haunted Destruction Event Dirt Oval 66 Joliet Participants will receive two tickets to attend our Annual season-ending night...

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White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch, 121 E 8th St, Lockport, IL

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White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch, 121 E 8th St, Lockport, IL

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White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch, 121 E 8th St, Lockport, IL

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White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch, 121 E 8th St, Lockport, IL

Film Noir: Cinema’s Dark Streets and Dangerous Desires

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White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch, 121 E 8th St, Lockport, IL

Radio Goes to War: Radio during WWII, with Steve Darnall

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Oktoberfest

MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center

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Trunk - N - Treat

Action Sertoma's 22nd Annual Fall Fest 2026

We want You, Boo!