¡A Bombear se ha Dicho!:
Saturday, Oct. 12, 2-3 p.m., Oak Park Public Library
Join us at the Oak Park Public Library for ¡A Bombear se ha Dicho!, an exciting Afro-Puerto Rican Bomba experience with Ivelisse Diaz and La Escuelita Bombera de Corazon. Celebrate the vibrant rhythms of Bomba, the oldest music of African descent in Puerto Rico. This interactive event is a fun and lively cultural celebration for all ages. Learn more and register at oppl.org/calendar. 834 Lake St., Oak Park
Groundwater Collective Exhibition
Saturday, Oct. 12, 12 – 9 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 13, 12 – 6 p.m.,
Carriage House Gallery in the Oak Park Art League
For one weekend only, the Groundwater Collective will share an eclectic selection of recent and collected works at the Carriage House Gallery. This group of artists brings a unique combination of talent and dedication to this exhibition. Explore Galen Garapolo’s Midcentury Modern collages, Jackie Lakely’s mysterious mixed media paintings, Kelly Donahugh’s surreal collage works, and Mary Jo Parker Ohearn’s imaginative depictions of family, friends, and fashion in various mediums. All works are for sale, with payments accepted by cash, check, Zelle, and credit cards. 720 Chicago Ave., Oak Park
Highlights of the League of Women Voters Oak Park/River Forest Colorful History
Thursday, Oct. 10, 9:30 a.m.,
Nineteenth Century Charitable Association
Join us to celebrate the centennial of the League of Women Voters Oak Park/River Forest, one of the oldest and largest chapters in Illinois. Learn about the founding mission to assist women in exercising their right to vote, promote voter education, and enhance our community. Discover how the League has evolved over the past century. Admission is free and open to the public. 178 Forest Ave. #1, Oak Park
StorySlam 2024
Thursday, Oct. 10, 7-10 p.m., FitzGerald’s Nightclub
Join us for an evening of storytelling, food, and fun, all in support of life-changing opportunities for students. Enjoy a buffet from BabyGold BBQ, a cash bar, online auction, and “mystery envelopes” filled with exciting prizes. 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn
Film Lover Fridays
Friday, Oct. 11, 1 – 3:30 p.m., River Forest Public Library
Join fellow movie lovers to watch classic films as part of the Marlon Brando centennial celebration. This month’s feature is Viva Zapata (1952), starring Brando as revolutionary Emilio Zapata. Enjoy snacks and stay for a post-film discussion led by local film expert Jim Jacob. 735 Lathrop Ave., River Forest
Mangia Italiano …Spaghetti Dinner
Saturday, Oct. 12, 3- 7 p.m., Trinity Community Church, U.C.C.
Join us for a spaghetti dinner at Trinity Community Church. Enjoy homemade meatballs, charcoal-grilled Italian sausage, a big-bowl salad, Turano French bread, beverages, and desserts. Wine will be available for just $3.50 per glass. The evening will feature candlelight, soft music, and raffles ($2 each or 6 for $10). Treat yourself to a meal you do not have to cook or clean up after. For more information call 708-484-1818 or visit tccuccberwyn.com. 7022 Riverside Drive, Berwyn
Girl Crush Fundraiser Party
Sunday, Oct. 13, 2 – 5 p.m., School of Rock
Join the filmmakers of Girl Crush for a special fundraiser at Oak Park’s School of Rock. Enjoy live music, free drinks, tarot readings, and caricature portraits, plus auctions, raffles, and more. All proceeds will go toward the production costs of Girl Crush, a queer, coming-of-age feature film set to shoot in Oak Park and Chicagoland in summer 2025. Written by Oak Park native Grace Melon and directed by Nadyja von Ebers, Girl Crush explores themes of identity, friendship, and human connection. Produced with Take Care Productions and fiscally sponsored by From The Heart Productions. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/23wa2adh. 219 Lake St., Oak Park
Touch a Truck
Monday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Host Home
Bring your family to explore real fire trucks, police cars, tree-trimming trucks, and street sweepers. This hands-on event is perfect for children of all ages with a parent or caregiver. Weather permitting, the program will be held behind the library on the 700 block of Jackson Avenue Event will be canceled in case of heavy rain. 700 Jackson Ave., River Forest
The Sandwich Generation
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 7- 8 p.m., River Forest Public Library
Are you an adult caring for an elderly parent while also raising your own children? If so, you are part of the Sandwich Generation. Join us for an informal discussion group where members can share experiences, gain support, and learn about available resources. Bridget Byrne from the Central Baptist Village retirement community will lead the session. Sandwiches will be served. 700 Jackson Ave., River Forest