Sareen Musselman

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Lisa Marie Farver

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Downers Grove

Illinois

Lisle

David Giuliani

Darien

Woodridge

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

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Burr Ridge

Cook County

Western Springs

Wheaton

La Grange

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...

https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/locations/il/naperville

This is an online plant sale:&nbsp; Ending Sunday, August 30 at 7:00 pm for plants arriving by Thursday, September 3.It's fun to bring in fall color and refresh containers outside your front door or on your patio with harvest gold, reds and purples -- plan ahead so you are ready when the seasons change and cooler weather is here.&nbsp; Order your <a href="https://northshoreplantclub.com/list?t=142&amp;all=0&amp;sort=name" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">fall favorites</a>&nbsp;like <a href="https://northshoreplantclub.com/plants?search=Chrysanthemum" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mums</a>, <a href="https://northshoreplantclub.com/plants?search=Brassica%20oleracea" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cabbages</a>,&nbsp;and <a href="https://northshoreplantclub.com/plants?search=Viola%20x%20wittrockiana" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">pansies</a>&nbsp;now and receive them on your choice of delivery dates in September.&nbsp; Remember - we also offer <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/browseByTag?lifespan=perennial" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">perennials,</a> <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/browseByTag?tag=Grasses" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">grasses,</a> <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/browseByTag?tag=Illinois+Native" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Illinois Natives</a><a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/browseByTag?tag=Illinois+Native" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">,</a> <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/plants?search=Hydrangea" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Hydrangeas</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/big-list" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">more</a>&nbsp;throughout the garden season.Free to join!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/locations/il/naperville" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Naperville Plant Club</a>&nbsp;members receive&nbsp;emails&nbsp;with plant information, pro tips, and techniques as well as updates to future order windows. Plants will arrive for you to pick up at our Naperville location.&nbsp; Naperville Plant Club, is part of the North Shore Plant Club which was started by neighbors who wanted an affordable way to accress great plants for their garden.&nbsp;We order in season perennials, shrubs, groundcover&nbsp;and annuals all summer long, so&nbsp;<a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/join/kater" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">join the Naperville Plant Club</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/join/kater" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>and you’ll be able to get great plants for your garden too!

Local Event: Reserve your Fall Annuals, mums and more in beautiful colors for the season!

Naperville

Reserve your Fall Annuals, mums and more in...

This is an online plant sale:  Ending Sunday, August 30 at 7:00 pm for plants arriving by Thursday, September 3.It's fun to...

Reserve your Fall Annuals, mums and more in beautiful colors for the season!

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

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...

Grace United Methodist Church

International Champion Vocal Spectrum and Midwest Harmony
Champion Stiletto Will Join Join Chorus of DuPage
An A Capella, 4-Part Harmony Music Production for All Ages

Fans of high-energy a Capella vocal music will be treated to some of the most talented groups in the Midwest on September 12 as the Chorus of DuPage (COD) hosts "Melodies and Memories” -- a show designed to celebrate classic and contemporary tunes and showcase award-winning barbershop groups for Chicago-area audiences. 
At 3 pm at Naperville's Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road, several award-winning vocal groups will perform with the popular 30-voice Chorus of DuPage, including Vocal Spectrum -- former Barbershop Harmony Society international quartet champion. Also appearing on the show will be Stiletto Quartet -- the Sing United Midwest Harmony 2026 Quartet Champions, as well as two popular Chicago area quartets, the Upside Downers and Stratosphere.
 "We hope to delight area music lovers with a program that features a diverse mix of top talent, and a musical program theme that showcases music we all know and love," said John Morrison, COD chorus manager. The Naperville-based COD chorus, with members from throughout the Chicago area, will perform hits such as Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,
Yesterday, Daydream, and You’re Nobody ‘til Somebody Loves You
– and other favorites, performed in classic 4-part barbershop harmony style.
 The guest quartets will perform separately, and join the host chorus in a mass chorus number to conclude the show. 
 Tickets are available online or by phone at $20
for adults and $15 for students. Children under 5 are free, if accompanied by an adult. There is ample free parking at the church. 
Visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.chorusofdupage.com/Fallshow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">chorusofdupage.com/Fallshow</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.chorusofdupage.com/fallshow2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>to purchase tickets online or call the ticket hotline at 331.444.2740. 
 Tickets are first come, first served, so early purchase is suggested. If tickets are still available, they will be sold at the door.

Local Event: "Melodies and Memories" Show Will Bring Barbershop Champion Groups to Naperville 

"Melodies and Memories" Show Will Bring...

International Champion Vocal Spectrum and Midwest Harmony
Champion Stiletto Will Join Join Chorus of DuPage
An A Capella,...

"Melodies and Memories" Show Will Bring Barbershop Champion Groups to Naperville 

St. James Farm Forest Preserve

Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
Help break the stigma associated with mental illness at the 2026 NAMIWalks (Runs) 5K and 1 Mile Color Run. Before, between, or after the runs, visit the Kids Zone and Health Fair.
This highly anticipated event will be held on Sunday, September 13th, at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/St.+James+Farm+Forest+Preserve/@41.8333486,-88.1619043,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x880e55f0b0b22935:0xa5ed064d126e1387!8m2!3d41.8333486!4d-88.1619043!16s%2Fg%2F1hf70yd7b?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">St. James Farm Forest Preserve</a> in Warrenville on their USATF Certified course. Participants with wheelchairs, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome.
The event is free.Earn money, win prizes!
9:00 – 5K 
9:00 – Kids Zone &amp; Health Fair 
10:45 – 1 Mile Color Run (in partnership with the DuPage Prevention Leadership Team, led by local high school students as part of our Anti-Stigma Campaign)
Don’t miss out on this exciting event – it’s sure to be a blast while making a meaningful difference in the mental health community! All proceeds from this event will go directly to supporting mental health programs and services in our community. Your participation helps rase awareness and provides crucial support to individuals and families affected by mental illness.
For more information or to buy tickets, go to the Race Webpage <a href="https://namidupage.org/run-for-the-mind/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">namidupage.org/run</a>!
*In the event of inclement and/or severe weather, this event will be canceled, and there will not be a rain date. 
No refunds, no exchanges.

Local Event: NAMIWalks DuPage

NAMIWalks DuPage

Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
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