Kit Kadlec

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Oak Park-River Forest

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Berwyn Public Library

HUGE LOW-COST COMMUNITY BOOK SALE
Join us for the Knowledge Exchange Used Book Sale at the Berwyn Public Library!
Our two-day sale will feature a curated selection of over 5,000 adult and children’s titles. All items come directly from the materials we recover through our partnerships with Illinois libraries. The sale will feature some of the most popular titles available, graphic novels, movies, and more!
This is a low-cost community book sale with a purpose! Knowledge Exchange works with libraries across the state to help give discarded books a second life. Instead of being recycled or thrown away, many of these books are given the chance to find new homes with readers like you. Every book at our sale comes directly from one of your communities.
As part of Knowledge Exchange’s continued collaboration with Illinois libraries, a portion of the proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Friends of the Berwyn Public Library.Sale Details:

Event Dates &amp; Hours
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 <li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-7A6-2C1-6F863-53E" pwa-fake-editor="">Saturday, September 26 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM</li>
 <li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-53E-3B0-E558F-5A5" pwa-fake-editor="">Sunday, September 27 – 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM</li>
 <li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-777-66C-EF146-FC1" pwa-fake-editor="">Admission: FREE</li>
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Location
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 <li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-BCA-FA1-AA329-612" pwa-fake-editor="">Berwyn Public Library<ul><li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-4BB-94C-F2DA2-746" pwa-fake-editor="">2701 S Harlem Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402</li></ul></li>
</ul>

Payment Methods Accepted
<ul><li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-5C5-032-85492-29E" pwa-fake-editor="">Cash or Card</li></ul>
Pricing:
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 <li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-424-33E-088DD-BF1" pwa-fake-editor="">Saturday: $3 Adult; $2 Children’s &amp; Media</li>
 <li pwa2-uuid="EDITOR-634-525-DF52E-559" pwa-fake-editor="">Sunday: $2 Adult; $1 Children’s &amp; Media</li>
</ul>
Come browse thousands of books and help us continue our mission to save books and keep them in the hands of readers.

Local Event: Knowledge Exchange Used Book Sale

Berwyn

Knowledge Exchange Used Book Sale

HUGE LOW-COST COMMUNITY BOOK SALE
Join us for the Knowledge Exchange Used Book Sale at the Berwyn Public Library!
Our two-day...

Harris Theater for Music and Dance

Illinois
 Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame Brings Its 5th Annual Induction Ceremony 
to Chicago’s Harris Theater in Millennium Park for the First Time on September 27th, 2026
for a star-studded celebration honoring 
Illinois music legends and trailblazers across rock, blues, soul, jazz, 
hip hop and beyond, including The Plain White T's, Kevin Cronin of REO&nbsp;Speedwagon, Koko Taylor, Curtis Mayfield, 
 and other musical greats with deep Illinois roots.
Annual 
Induction Ceremony , coming to Chicago for the first time on Sept. 27 at 6
 p.m. at the Harris Theater in Millennium Park. The Hall of Fame 
Induction Ceremony is the Illinois Rock &amp; Roll Museum on Route 66’s 
largest annual fundraising event and celebrates the artists, industry 
leaders, and cultural contributors who shaped Illinois’ musical legacy. 
The event brings together inductees, performers, families, and fans for 
an evening of live music, award presentations, storytelling, and 
historic recognition.
The
 evening will feature live performances by Kevin Cronin, Jim Peterik of 
the Ides of March and Formerly of Survivor, The Plain White T’s, 1960s 
jazz-rock band The Flock, Hot Mix 5 and a special reunion performance by
 The Boyzz, plus several surprise guests to be announced. WGN Radio host
 and Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame member Bob Sirott will host the 
ceremony. Made possible with the support of Old National Bank, Illinois 
Arts Council, Heritage Corridor, and Insperity.
“We’re
 thrilled to bring the Illinois Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame Induction 
Ceremony to downtown Chicago for the first time, and the Harris Theater 
is the perfect stage for it,” said Ron Romero, founder and president of 
the Illinois Rock &amp; Roll Museum on Route 66. “With its incredible 
acoustics and intimate 1,550-seat setting, the venue will help us make 
this year’s celebration an unforgettable night of music, memories and 
Illinois pride. The class of 2026 is our most genre-spanning lineup yet,
 honoring iconic artists and innovators. We can’t wait to bring the 
music community together, celebrate their legacy and, of course, fill 
the room with great music.”
This
 year’s inductees include bands and solos artists Survivor, American 
Breed, Koko Taylor, The Boyzz and The Flock; songwriters Curtis Mayfield
 and Kevin Cronin; radio personality Terri Hemmert; radio station WDRV 
(The Drive); Brunswick Records; and industry leaders. Irving Azoff, Gary
 Richrath, Golden Voice Studio and Triangle Productions. Other honorees 
include Hot Mix 5 and Plain White T’s.
“I’m
 excited that this year’s Illinois Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame event 
will be held in my sweet hometown of Chicago,” said Kevin Cronin, lead 
singer and songwriter for REO Speedwagon. “Ron Romero’s awesome team in 
Joliet has been working since early this year to make September 27th a 
night of big fun. I plan to be there, co-hosting and doing a little 
unplugged set with Jim Peterik. The only thing that could possibly 
change is if one of the Beatles calls and needs me to be somewhere 
else!”
Tickets can be purchased <a href="https://mc.roadtorock.org/links/SscwknSkcYvlkfvWaHDMsBEZJBXsiWMBFEGaxuMhGjVMvVUuYMSDHwuqKMKJZcMKFeWaHDMceWcgME/3764078" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here&nbsp;</a> and range in price from $100.50, $75.00 and $64.50. Prices include fees.
The Illinois Rock &amp; Roll Museum on Route 66
 is committed to preserving the rich history and contributions of 
musicians, performers and industry leaders who have impacted the music 
world and embodied the creative spirit of Illinois. Located on historic 
Route 66 in Joliet, Illinois, the museum attracts music lovers from 
around the world.&nbsp;
Made possible with the support of Old National Bank, Illinois Arts Council, Heritage Corridor, and Insperity.

Local Event: Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Ceremony Comes to Chicago!

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Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame...

Illinois
 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Brings Its 5th Annual Induction Ceremony 
to Chicago’s Harris Theater in Millennium Park ...

Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Ceremony Comes to Chicago!

Salerno's Pizza & Pasta of Oak Park

Comedian Vik&nbsp;Balaji (Dry Bar, Zanies, Laugh&nbsp;Factory)&nbsp;headlines a night of comedy and dinner at Salernos in Oak Park on Saturday October 10th
Also on the show are rising stars Samir Adbul, Smooth and host Emilio Morrone!
Get your tickets on Eventbrite today and Use "Patch"&nbsp;to get 50% off your ticket (while supplies last)

Local Event: Dinner + a Show with Comedian Vik Balaji

Dinner + a Show with Comedian Vik Balaji

Comedian Vik Balaji (Dry Bar, Zanies, Laugh Factory) headlines a night of comedy and dinner at Salernos in Oak Park on Saturday...

Dominican University Performing Arts Center

Colombian-American artist Sandra Delgado brings The Sandra Delgado Experience to Dominican University's Lund Auditorium on Friday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Delgado, best known as the creator of the acclaimed Chicago production La Havana Madrid, leads a ten-piece multicultural ensemble through high-energy cumbias, sultry boleros, and reimagined English-language classics. The evening draws on the musicians who shaped her own upbringing in Chicago's Latino community, blending Colombian folkloric music, Latin American rhythms, and storytelling into a show that begins as cabaret and ends as a dance party.
Chicago Magazine has written, "If you haven't had the Sandra Delgado Experience, this is your chance."
Tickets are $20 to $32. Free parking is available on campus. Enter the code CUMBIAPT15 for 15 percent off your order
Lund Auditorium, Dominican University Performing Arts Center, 7900 W. Division St., River Forest, IL 60305. Click here for tickets:

Local Event: The Sandra Delgado Experience

The Sandra Delgado Experience

Colombian-American artist Sandra Delgado brings The Sandra Delgado Experience to Dominican University's Lund Auditorium on...

1521 S. Linn White Dr., Northerly Island, Chicago, IL 60605

FEATURING ELDERBROOK LIVE AT SUNSET
The Wellness Retreat is taking over Chicago’s Northerly Island for one unforgettable day of movement, music, mindfulness and connection.
Move alongside leading instructors. Discover fresh ways to feel your best. Recharge by the lake, connect with your people and close out the day with a live sunset performance by Elderbrook.
This isn’t wellness as usual. It’s immersive, energizing and meant to be experienced out loud—together.
AND THAT’S JUST THE BEGINNING.

For more information, <a href="https://speakeasygo.com/the-wellness-retreat/the-wellness-retreat-chicago?eid=EVE-I2830I" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">click here.&nbsp;</a>

(Photo Credit: © 2026 The Wellness Retreat. All rights reserved.)

Local Event: The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet

The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind,...

FEATURING ELDERBROOK LIVE AT SUNSET
The Wellness Retreat is taking over Chicago’s Northerly Island for one unforgettable day of...

The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet

Donald E. Stephen's Convention Center

Lulu La Reina becomes the first-ever professional wrestler to appear at the 2026 Chicago Ultimate Women’s Expo — the largest women’s expo in the United States.&nbsp;
Meet Lulu on October 24 and 25 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL. Lulu La Reina is an emerging independent wrestler with 2+ years of experience competing across the country. Known as the Mexican Barbie, Lulu blends fierce, competitive energy with a vibrant personality, fashion style and proud Mexican heritage. She uses her platform to champion mental health awareness and women empowerment.&nbsp;
The Chicago Ultimate Women’s Expo brings together top brands, live talks, demos, complimentary glam services, a fashion show, and more in one location. Featured guests include Melissa Gilbert, Vivica A. Fox, Valerie Bertinelli, Porsha Williams, Rasheeda, and more to be announced.&nbsp;
&nbsp;🎟️ Get tickets at ChicagoWomensExpo.com Or visit SurgeDurango.com for a direct link, mention SurgeDurango / Lulu La Reina.

Local Event: SurgeDurango presents Lulu La Reina, Professional Wrestler at Chicago Ultimate Women's Expo

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SurgeDurango presents Lulu La Reina,...

Lulu La Reina becomes the first-ever professional wrestler to appear at the 2026 Chicago Ultimate Women’s Expo — the largest...

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