Kate Loeffler

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Downers Grove

Illinois

Kate is the Social Media & Promotions Manager for Cantores Community Choir in Downers Grove, IL. She has a degree in Mass Communications (Radio & TV) from Illinois State University, and a Masters in Music Education from VanderCook College of Music in Chicago. 

Lisle

David Giuliani

Darien

Woodridge

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

Oak Brook

Glen Ellyn

Burr Ridge

Cook County

Western Springs

Wheaton

La Grange

VFW Tent

Come out and meet the Darien VFW to learn what they are doing for veterans and the local community. This welcoming event features free coffee and donuts and is open to all members of the public.

Local Event: Darien VFW Meet & Greet

Darien VFW Meet & Greet

Come out and meet the Darien VFW to learn what they are doing for veterans and the local community. This welcoming event...

Wolfden Brewing Company

Come sip &amp; shop with us in Bloomingdale this Sunday as Wolfden Brewing teams up with the Streetz Artz Alliance to bring an incredible lineup of over 45 artists and makers to the brewery from 12pm to 5pm. With multiple nearby parking lots available, it’s easy to stop in, stay awhile, and enjoy the day.
Spend your afternoon exploring a vibrant mix of local artists, handmade goods, tarot readings, and unique finds while enjoying Wolfden’s wide selection of craft beers. This is a relaxed, outdoor spring market designed for discovering something new, supporting small businesses, and enjoying Spring.
Where: Wolfden Brewing, 112 W Lake St, Bloomingdale, IL When: Sunday, April 26, 26 - 12-5pm
Lineup of artists: Angelic Celestial Whispers Beaver Rub Spice Company BlackCraft Arts bohoLIVING Brennan Weaver LLC Cats, Crafts &amp; Cooking Crow &amp; Moon Enchantments Cubed Dimensions Printing Daisy Brand Arts Design with Millie Diane By Designs Jewelry Dragonfly Bath and Body Essentials Dye The Day Away FeFe’s Pickles and Peppers Flock &amp; Field Naturals FrankenWerks Studios Ghost Owl Studio Gigawatt Coffee Hex &amp; Crust Jeannine’s Jems Jen Watson Art KayDee Kay Creations LLC Kevin Fagaragan Illustration KP’s Candy Factory Kulay Illustrations Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods MasterLink Chainmaille Megandowntherabbithole Melanie Klegerman Fersko Mixtape Your Life, LLC MyKookieJar Nethercrafts Rantana Creations Raven Feathers and Bat Wings Robin Marie Studio Robin Monique Rios Art ScarabSanctuary Slow Poke Sculpts Snowingstars Sprinkle Candles That Girl at the Market The Crooked Workbench The Yarny Kraken Valerie Holder Wanna Pickle Gourmet Foods Wylde Mountain Thyme
This outdoor event is free to attend and open to all. Gather your friends, enjoy a craft beer, and spend the day supporting local artists while discovering everything from handmade goods and artwork to specialty foods and creative gifts. Come one, come all!

Local Event: Wolfden's Spring Craft Show

Bloomingdale

Wolfden's Spring Craft Show

Come sip & shop with us in Bloomingdale this Sunday as Wolfden Brewing teams up with the Streetz Artz Alliance to bring an...

First United Methodist Church

In partnership with SING DEMOCRACY 250: https://www.singdemocracy250.org/ - Downers Grove Choral Society is pleased to perform the world premiere of compositions by Dr. Brandon A. Boyd and Michael Bussewitz-Quarm, titled "Redeem the Dream" and "Us".&nbsp;Sing Democracy 250 is a stirring musical odyssey commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, with performances by choirs across America in 2026.We hope to see you at what will surely be a fantastic celebration of music and democracy! Please join us at 3:15PM for a pre-concert talk to learn more about the composers and the music.

Local Event: Downers Grove Choral Society Presents "America 250: Sing Democracy"

Downers Grove Choral Society Presents "America...

In partnership with SING DEMOCRACY 250: https://www.singdemocracy250.org/ - Downers Grove Choral Society is pleased to perform...

Downers Grove Choral Society Presents "America 250: Sing Democracy"

Helen Plum Library

Celebrate the centennial anniversary of the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LombardGardenClub?__cft__%5b0%5d=AZbkCctULlFSUpJf6GKd7P3JjZm0_sAYAyJ5Qr-CqqFvGnmYCYOasw8A9PutDHQqx2-3RKJ8tjkA0btzOsdeGGT_aBEsDkFY00h3vBCTg-STpMT4Bn-RKWrsf9s6sWrbFEl3WrNb4CRxZrl4QOwfiuT5Z--pDstvPageCZJpaU-Nww&amp;__tn__=-%5dK-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Lombard Garden Club</a> at the Helen Plum Library this month! Now on display on the 2nd Floor is an exhibit highlighting the Club's history and focus on learning, sharing knowledge, and beautifying the community. 
The Lombard Garden Club is known for its annual Lilac Sale and meetings on a variety of horticultural and conservation topics, to which Club members and the public are welcome. After 100 years, its roots of service, cooperation, and pride continue to grow.
See the display now through April 30; the Library is located at 411 S. Main Street in Lombard.

Local Event: Garden Club Celebrates 100 Years - See the Display Until 4/30

Garden Club Celebrates 100 Years - See the...

Celebrate the centennial anniversary of the Lombard Garden Club at the Helen Plum Library this month! Now on display on the 2nd...

Garden Club Celebrates 100 Years - See the Display Until 4/30

Bricks & Minifigs Naperville

Calling all Star Wars LEGO&nbsp;fans to explore a massive selection of over 100 retired 'New in Box' and certified sets. Discover thousands of minifigures from across the galaxy at this must-attend event for collectors and builders alike. We buy, sell, trade and party all things LEGO! Book your&nbsp; next event like birthday parties or classes with us!&nbsp;

Local Event: Star Wars LEGO fans - May 2nd - Join Us On The Brick Side

Naperville

Star Wars LEGO fans - May 2nd - Join Us On The...

Calling all Star Wars LEGO fans to explore a massive selection of over 100  retired 'New in Box' and certified sets. Discover...

Star Wars LEGO fans - May 2nd - Join Us On The Brick Side

Union Church of Hinsdale

<table><tbody><tr><td>TWO PERFORMANCES ONLY: MAY 1, 7:30 p.m. Studebaker Theater, Fine Arts Building, Chicago&nbsp; May 2, 3 p.m. Union Church of Hinsdale Enjoy a fabulous spring day filled with Mozart! Evren Ozel, a winner of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition performs Mozart Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K466 with Camerata Chicago. Conducted by Maestro Drostan Hall, Camerata Chicago also plays Mozart’s Prague Symphony No. 38 in D Major, K504 and two Lyric Pieces by Grieg including “Evening in the Mountains”. Bring your friends &amp; family to this all ages concert. Use Code CCLG to receive 15% discount off your order online at CamerataChicago.org or call 312-799-0916 to get your tickets.</td></tr></tbody></table>

Local Event: CAMERATA CHICAGO & VAN CLIBURN WINNER EVREN OZEL perform MOZART Piano Concerto #20 in D Minor, K466

CAMERATA CHICAGO & VAN CLIBURN WINNER EVREN...

TWO PERFORMANCES ONLY:  MAY 1, 7:30 p.m. Studebaker Theater, Fine Arts Building, Chicago  May 2, 3 p.m. Union Church of...

CAMERATA CHICAGO & VAN CLIBURN WINNER EVREN OZEL perform MOZART Piano Concerto #20 in D Minor, K466

Benedictine University

The Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference Returns to Benedictine University, June 26–28, 2026
REGISTER BY MAY 5, 2026!
One of the nation’s most impactful Catholic youth gatherings, the Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference, will return to Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois, from June 26–28, 2026. Hosted in partnership with the Diocese of Joliet, Franciscan University of Steubenville, and Partnership for Youth, the conference will welcome thousands of high school teens for a transformative weekend of worship, dynamic speakers, and sacramental encounters.
The Steubenville Youth Conferences—held at 19 locations across North America—exist to evangelize, equip, and empower young people to become joyful disciples of Christ. The Joliet conference is one of the region’s most anticipated summer faith events.
The Steubenville Conference Experience
Over the three‑day weekend, teens and their group leaders will participate in:
<ul>
 <li>Engaging keynote sessions</li>
 <li>Daily Mass</li>
 <li>Eucharistic Adoration with a full‑arena procession</li>
 <li>Men’s and women’s breakout sessions</li>
 <li>Opportunities for Confession throughout the weekend</li>
 <li>Small‑group discussions and fellowship</li>
 <li>Recharge time with games, rest, and community building</li>
</ul>
Meet the Ministry Team
This year’s conference will feature a nationally recognized lineup of Catholic speakers and ministers, including:
<ul>
 <li>Chris Stefanick – Host</li>
 <li>Fr. Leo Patalinghug – Priest</li>
 <li>Lauren Gothard – Speaker</li>
 <li>Lauren Wright – Speaker</li>
 <li>Jimmy Mitchell – Speaker</li>
 <li>Sonar Worship featuring, Aly Aleigha – Worship Team</li>
</ul>
Register today!
Registration, pricing details, and additional resources are available at:&nbsp;
<a href="https://partnershipforyouth.org/steubenville-joliet/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://partnershipforyouth.org/steubenville-joliet/</a>
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Local Event: Register to Attend the Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference by May 5, 2026

Register to Attend the Steubenville Joliet...

The Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference Returns to Benedictine University, June 26–28, 2026
REGISTER BY MAY 5, 2026!
One of...

Register to Attend the Steubenville Joliet Youth Conference by May 5, 2026

On Par Restaurant & Lounge

Celebrate Mom the right way this year at On Par Restaurant &amp; Lounge’s Mother’s Day Brunch 💐
Join us for a beautiful and delicious brunch experience filled with all your favorites, plus a few elevated touches to make her feel extra special. From savory classics to sweet treats, our buffet is curated for the perfect mix of comfort and indulgence.
🗓 Mother’s Day Brunch, May 10, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
✨ Pricing: $35 per adult $15 for kids 12 and under
🍽 Buffet Highlights Include: Bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, French toast, pancakes, garden salad, roasted potatoes, asparagus, chicken piccata, and Alfredo pasta
🥧 Dessert Pies: French silk, banana cream, and apple pie
🥂 Drink Specials: Mimosa carafes for $15 Single mimosas for $9
Whether you’re celebrating moms, grandmothers, or mother figures, this is the perfect setting to gather, eat well, and create memories.
📲 Reserve your table today via OpenTable or call 630-982-8810
Make this Mother’s Day one she won’t forget 💕
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Local Event: Mother's Day Brunch at On Par Restaurant & Lounge

Mother's Day Brunch at On Par Restaurant & Lounge

Celebrate Mom the right way this year at On Par Restaurant & Lounge’s Mother’s Day Brunch 💐
Join us for a beautiful and...

🌸 Mother’s Day Brunch at Alpine Banquets – Reserve Before It’s Gone! 🌸
Don’t wait until it’s too late—Mother’s Day reservations are already filling quickly at Alpine Banquets! Treat Mom to a beautiful, stress-free celebration she truly deserves at one of Chicagoland’s favorite family-owned venues.
This is more than just brunch—it’s an experience. From the moment you walk in, you’ll be surrounded by elegant décor, a welcoming atmosphere, and a carefully curated menu designed to impress every guest at the table.
✨ Your Mother’s Day Experience Includes:
• Full brunch buffet with breakfast &amp; lunch favorites
• Fresh seafood station &amp; chef-inspired selections
• Sweets table filled with irresistible desserts
• Freshly brewed coffee &amp; tea service
• Open bar available
• Comfortable, elegant seating for your entire family
🕐 Limited Seating Times: 11:00 AM | 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM
⚠️ Important: &nbsp;Time slots sell out every year.
Make this the year you celebrate Mom the right way—no cooking, no stress, just quality time and a beautiful experience she’ll remember.
📞 Call NOW to reserve your table before all seatings are fully booked. 630-964-4154
Walk-ins will NOT be accepted.
📍 Alpine Banquets | Chicagoland Area
📅 Mother’s Day
💐 Your table is waiting… but not for long.

Local Event: Mother’s day Brunch ♥️

Mother’s day Brunch ♥️

🌸 Mother’s Day Brunch at Alpine Banquets – Reserve Before It’s Gone! 🌸
Don’t wait until it’s too late—Mother’s Day reservations...

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