Oak Park Microbrew Review 2024
Saturday, Aug. 17, 1-6 p.m., Downtown Oak Park
Enjoy an afternoon of craft beer tasting at the annual Oak Park Microbrew Review, featuring breweries from around the region. The Oak Park Microbrew Review is one of the longest-running beer festivals in the Chicagoland area – 17 years. Purchase tickets at sevengenerationsahead.org/opmbr/, 100 North Marion St., Oak Park
‘Barbie’: Movies in the Park
Friday, Aug. 16, Scoville Park
Join us under the stars for a free screening of Barbie. Grab a blanket, dinner, or snacks, and enjoy a fun summer evening in the park. No pre-registration needed. All alcoholic beverages, smoking, and e-cigarettes are prohibited. 800 Lake St., Oak Park
Around the World in 80 Sandwiches
Saturday, Aug. 17, 2 – 3:30 p.m., River Forest Public Library – Barbara Hall Meeting Room
Local author Mike Curtis shares his journey of exploring the world through sandwiches, as detailed in his book Around the World in 80 Sandwiches. Mike and his sons discovered sandwiches representing 42 countries and 25 states, made at home or found at Chicagoland restaurants. Join us to hear about these sandwich adventures and their impact on his family. The event will also include insights on self-publishing. Brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township. 735 Lathrop Ave., River Forest
Jared Petteys at Fitzgerald’s
Tuesday, Aug. 20, 5:30 p.m., Fitzgerald’s
Enjoy a free show by Jared Petteys at Fitzgerald’s. Voluntary cover charge appreciated. 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn
Wednesday Wisdom: One Thousand Children
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., Nineteenth Century Charitable Association
Learn about the rescue of over 1,000 unaccompanied children from Europe during the Holocaust. Despite opposition, these children were saved through the efforts of heroic individuals and organizations. Presented by Alan Hoffstadter. Open to the public. Contact: info@nineteenthcentury.org, 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park
Dixon’s Violin Live in Oak Park
Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, 7:45 – 9:15 p.m., Madison Street Theater
Experience the violin like never before. Dixon’s Violin has inspired audiences across North America, from Burning Man to TED talks. Tickets: $25 online, $30 at the door (if available). Purchase at https://tinyurl.com/3h9eby38, 1010 Madison St., Oak Park
Last call for ‘Romeo & Juliet’
Outdoors, multiple dates, 8 p.m., Oak Park Festival Theatre
Lovesick Romeo Montague and vivacious Juliet Capulet have fallen madly in love. Unfortunately, the age-old feud between their uncompromising families forbids them from being together. William Shakespeare’s famous story of love at first sight is full of action and swordplay, features some of the Bard’s most memorable language, and ponders the inevitability of a tragic end when the convictions of youth are directly at odds with the commands of their elders. Performances Aug. 14-17. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/54p7cycf, Austin Gardens, 167 Forest Ave., Oak Park