Colleen Moore’s Fairy Castle
Sunday, Nov. 3, 2-3:30 p.m., River Forest Public Library
Join museum curator Margaret Schlesinger for an insider’s view of Colleen Moore’s world-famous enchanted fairy castle, displayed at the Museum of Science and Industry. Explore over 1,500 unique miniature artifacts, learn about Colleen’s life as an actress and philanthropist, and discover the 2014 conservation project that preserved the nearly 90-year-old castle. This event is free and presented in partnership with River Forest Township. 735 Lathrop Ave., River Forest
Tech Help Drop-In
Thursday, Oct. 31, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.,
Oak Park Public Library
Join us for monthly Tech Help Drop-In sessions with our digital learning staff. Get assistance with laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes per person, and no registration is required. Masks are required for safety. 834 Lake St., Oak Park
Fall Open House at the Oak Park Society of Model Engineers
Saturday, Nov. 2, 12-5 p.m., Oak Park Public Library (Dole)
Join us for the Fall Open House at the Oak Park Society of Model Engineers. Enjoy free admission, door prizes, and activities for kids of all ages. Explore our progress on a three-level, two-state layout, run a train on our DC layout, and learn about model trains from our dedicated team of modelers. We welcome all and are always looking for new members. 255 Augusta Blvd., Oak Park.
Teen Boo Bash
Thursday, Oct. 31, 3 – 7 p.m.,
Oak Park Public Library
Join us for a fun-filled Halloween celebration. Enjoy games, food, and prizes. Open to middle-and high- schoolers. 834 Lake St., Oak Park
Monday Enrichment: Sleep & Neuroscience Hacks for Creating Our Best Life
Monday, Nov. 4, 1:15 p.m., Nineteenth Century Charitable Association
Join peak performance coach and psychotherapist Dove (Diane) Wilson as she shares neuroscience-based tools to harness the power of our brains and hearts for navigating life’s challenges. Admission is free; donations are welcome. 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park
Last Day of Kids Election Voting
Tuesday, Nov. 5 (during regular library hours),
All Oak Park Public Library locations (Main Library, Dole Branch, Maze Branch)
The polls are open. Drop by any library branch to vote with your pennies in our kid-friendly election. Will Pete the Cat or Bluey win? All proceeds benefit the Animal Care League, ensuring both dogs and cats are the real winners. The winning candidate will be “inaugurated” at noon on New Year’s Eve with a dance party for all. Main Library, 834 Lake St., Oak Park, Dole Branch, 255 Augusta St., Oak Park, Maze Branch, 845 Gunderson Ave., Oak Park
Consonance – Chicago Choral Artists Presents ‘Verdi Requiem’
Friday, Nov. 1, 7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 3, at 3 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church
Join Consonance (formerly Chicago Choral Artists) as they open their new season with Verdi’s Requiem, in a fresh chamber edition by Michael Betzner-Brandt. Featuring a cast of acclaimed soloists, including GRAMMY®-nominated soprano Laura Strickling. Tickets: Adult $45, Senior $35, Educator $20, Student $10, Children under 13 free with a paying adult. Visit www.consonancechicago.org or call 773-658-9799 for tickets and subscriptions. 7300 Division St., River Forest
Cooking With Julia Turshen
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 6 p.m.,
Virtual through Oak Park Public Library
Join award-winning cookbook author Julia Turshen for a virtual fall cooking class. Watch as Julia guides you through making a shaved fennel apple salad and a roasted chicken pot pie. Register at oppl.org/calendar to receive an email with the Zoom link, recipe, and ingredients list to cook along. Virtual – Zoom
Folk Music Series Performance: Dennis Warner
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 7 p.m., Oak Park Public Library
Join us for a lively musical performance by Dennis Warner. This event is supported by the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library. Register and learn more at oppl.org/calendar. 834 Lake St., Oak Park
Idea Box: Day of the Dead Community Ofrenda
Wednesday, Nov. 6, during Main Library open hours (10/25 – 11/6),
Oak Park Public Library
Visit the Main Library’s Idea Box to see this year’s Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead community ofrenda on display through Nov. 6. Share an image of your loved ones who have passed away to be included in this year’s ofrenda by visiting //oppl.org/share. 834 Lake St., Oak Park