Book Bike Pop-Up at Wise Cup
Monday, Aug. 26, 9:30 – 11 a.m., Wise Cup
Join the Book Bike for a small business pop-up in Downtown Oak Park, weather permitting. Check out materials, learn about library services and events, or sign up for a library card on the spot. Everyone is encouraged to stop by and see what the Book Bike is all about.
For more info, visit oppl.org/calendar and oppl.org/bike. 1018 Lake St., Oak Park
Heritage Chorale Auditions
Monday, Aug. 26, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church and School
The Heritage Chorale, based in Oak Park, is seeking passionate singers to join their chorus. Auditions are open to adults of all ages, with rehearsals held Monday evenings in the Oak Park/River Forest area. This season, the choir will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a debut piece by EMMY® Award-winning composer Alex Wurman and a performance at Carnegie Hall. No preparation is needed for the audition—just show up and sing a simple piece provided by the director. To sign up or learn more, visit https://tinyurl.com/y72svt6r. 7300 Division St., River Forest
Gourmet Pancake Pop-Up
Sunday, Aug. 25, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Blackout Baking Co.
Join us for brunch favorites at Blackout Baking Co. Enjoy a gourmet Pancake Pop-Up with new and exciting flavors, featuring our Cookie of the Month. Visit us on Sunday, Aug. 25, for a delicious breakfast experience. 210 S Marion St., Oak Park
Back Room Stories Outside
Sunday, Aug. 25, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Front lawn of Christ Episcopal Church
Enjoy an all-star lineup of storytellers, including Margaret Burk, Kelly Campos, Anne Shimojima, Beth Horner, and Megan Wells. Admission is $15 at the door. 514 Franklin, River Forest
Tech Help Drop In
Thursday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Oak Park Public Library
Join us for our monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions. Our digital learning staff will assist with your technology-based questions and concerns about laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Each session is limited to 15 minutes. Bring your questions and your device. No registration is required. To protect everyone’s safety, masks are required. The Creative Studio is located on the third floor of the Main Library. 834 Lake St., Oak Park
The Ladies of Lake Street Walk
Saturday, Aug. 24, 10 a.m., Oak Park River Forest Museum
Meet “The Ladies of Lake Street” during a women’s history walk sponsored by the Oak Park River Forest Museum. From politicos to shopkeepers, suffragists, and civil rights activists, you’ll be introduced to the women who helped shape our village. Tickets and more information are available at oprfmuseum.org. 129 Lake St., Oak Park
Bourbon Aristocracy at River Forest
Public Library
Thursday, Aug. 22, 7 – 8:30 p.m., River Forest
Public Library
Join us for an authentic Kentucky-style performance by traditional bluegrass band Bourbon Aristocracy. Enjoy banjo-picking and fiddle-playing in the open air. Limited chairs will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket. In case of rain, the concert will be held indoors. 735 Lathrop Ave., River Forest
Uncorked
Friday, Aug. 23, 6 – 8 p.m., Oak Park Conservatory (Rubinstein Garden)
Enjoy an outdoor evening of music and drinks, presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Admission includes two drink tickets and an appetizer. This event is for those 21 and over. Tickets are $20. To learn more, visit fopcon.org. 615 Garfield St., Oak Park