Updated Jan. 28 1:06 p.m.Editor's note: We previously featured the appearance of Laguna Beach star Lo Bosworth at Anderson's Bookshop. The store announced via Twitter that the even is canceled. 1. Enjoy Summit Imperial Pumpkin Porter at the Bavarian Lodge If you keep up with the restaurant's ever-changing brew list on its website or Facebook, then you know that this beer is its newest addition. The Bavarian Lodge was recently ranked 37 on Ratebeer.com's 50 Best Beer Restaurants of 2011. 2. Watch the huskies run Exciting winter action returns to The Morton Arboretum when "Husky Heroes" run …
from the Morton Arboretum Exciting winter action returns to The Morton Arboretum when “Husky Heroes” run through the evergreen trees Jan. 29 and 30, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. These bright-eyed beauties love the cold winter months to show off what they do best: run! “Every year, visitors return to watch these gorgeous, fluffy animals bolt through the course, displaying their dog sledding skills,” says Diana Fischer-Woods, Arboretum coordinator of the Husky Heroes weekend. More than 4,000 visitors typically attend the sledding events, which include a documentary on the huskies’ remarkable history, …
1. Meet Steven Layne Steven Layne, a professor of literacy education and area author will read from "Paradise Lost," the sequel to his young adult thriller, "This Side of Paradise." at 10 a.m. Saturday at Anderson's Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. 2. Laugh along with Rocky LaPorte The comedian appears at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at The View Restaurant and Bar, 5900 State Route 53. 3. Get married with Wedding Banned The band that turns every show into a wedding reception appears Friday night at The Lodge Pub and Grill at Four Lakes, 5750 Lakeside Dr. 4. Return to the '90s The Personnel…
The Lisle Park District features eight great activities to keep your children active this winter. With a long snowy season ahead why not take advantage of the following affordable events: 1. Snowflake, Snowball, Snowman Want to get rid of those winter blues and have some fun? On Jan. 25, come join us for an afternoon of fun winter games, a special snowman craft and some hot cocoa and s’mores. Kids ages 3-6 will meet from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m., a sure way to melt the winter blues away. Cost is $15 for park district residents. 2. Lisle Sled Hills Grab your sled, bundle up and head to …
FridayEntertainment: Maggie Speaks hits the Lodge at Four Lakes.Recreation: Want to ski at night? Four Lakes is offering a Midnight Madness session with $10 off lift tickets.Teens: The Lisle Park District hosts Junior High After Hours. SaturdayEntertainment: The Breakfast Club performs at the Lodge at Four Lakes, while The Hat Guys take on Mullen’s.Environment: Recycle old electronics and batteries through the village. See a list of accepted items in the event details. Friday, Saturday and SundayEntertainment: The Naperville Park District and Magical Starlight Theatre present “Aladdin Jr.” at…
Ohio-based artist Carol Hummel believes you should “take your dysfunction and turn it into art,” so her creations spring from her personal ideas and experiences. But she wants others to interpret what they mean. “It’s not my story that’s significant. My art becomes significant because it connects to someone through their filter,” she explained. Her most recent endeavors include the fiber arts (read: crochet). Her earlier works explored the unraveling of afghans into new objects—a new beginning, emerging from something old. At an art museum in Cleveland Hummel created a yarn ceiling over the …
from the Morton Arboretum If gorgeous landscapes could sculpt, weave, or paint, imagine what beauty they’d create. A brand new art exhibition will reveal how trees at The Morton Arboretum inspired artists to develop a diverse and surprising set of creations. Nature Unframed: Art at the Arboretum will open on May 19, 2011 as eleven striking and sometimes towering works of art. Renowned artists from around the world designed their pieces specifically based on how they “read” the unique landscape “galleries” where the works will be displayed. The art will complement stunning beauty at the …
TonightEntertainment: Kevin Andrew Prchal and The Valley Jumpers make an appearance at The Lodge at Four Lakes. FridayEntertainment: Registration ends for the Lisle Park District’s trip to Toy Story 3 on ice. Catch Stellar Road at The Lodge at Four Lakes.Family: Take your tot to Toddlers Can Bop to Country at the DuPage Children’s Museum.Sports: Catch the Benet or Lisle High School boys’ basketball teams. Benet plays at home, while the Lisle boys travel to Sandwich. SaturdayEntertainment: The Autism Society and AMC Theatres are showing sensory-friendly films at the AMC Naperville 16 weekends …
The kids have been home just long enough for parents to be wondering how they are going to keep their kids and themselves sane entertained for another week without pulling out their hair. Here are some suggestions for recreational activities that everyone involved can enjoy. Places To Go Pump It Up. Holiday hours have been added for your family to take advantage of indoor jumping fun. Little Monkey Business, 229 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton. The perfect combination for parents and kids! Here you can enjoy a beverage while your child jumps, rock climbs and plays for 7.50 per child, adults free…
FridayEntertainment: The Lodge at Four Lakes celebrates its Christmas party with an appearance by Santa; Mike & Joe provide the music. Looking for something more traditional? Hear the songs of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" performed by David Benoit. Or heck out Hindsight at the Maple Avenue Pub.Family: Children ages 2-8 can enjoy story telling, face painting and a candy cane hunt at the Barn Recreation Center in Naperville.Food and drink: The Bavarian Lodge hasn't had a cask tapping in a few weeks, but tonight they'll present two Christmas casks. The event lasts until 9 p.m., but that doesn't …
FridaySeasonal: Head out to the Lodge at Four Lake for Bad Sweater Party, and Rod Tuffcurls and the Benchpress. Or check out Northstar at Bono's. SaturdaySeasonal: The Hilton Lisle hosts Breakfast with Santa, complete with magic show.Kids: Meet the Cat in the Hat at the Morton Arboretum.Film: Families and film buffs alike will enjoy the Just Between the Frames film group's showing of "How to Train Your Dragon."Entertainment: It's the last week to catch the Chicago History Authors Series. The Museums at Lisle Station hosts Joni Hirsch Blackman and Charles Osgood. Or catch a viewing of "Home …
FridayShopping: Do some shopping at North Central College's holiday market—items are made by the Naperville Garden Club.Charity: Little Friends is holding a champagne tasting benefit at Binny's Beverage Depot in Naperville.Sports: Interested in high school sports? Benet Academy boys' swimming goes to Downers Grove while boys' basketball pursues St. Patrick High School. Lisle boys' basketball takes on Plano High School.Entertainment: Friday and Saturday mark the performance nights for Downers Grove South's "Dead Man's Cell Phone." Or catch an afternoon viewing of "It's a Wonderful Life" at …
Student productions, live music and a chance to safely recycle your unwanted electronics and batteries this weekend. All weekendIt's the ideal weekend to check out young local talent in Lisle high schools. Thursday through Saturday nights see Lisle Senior High School present "The Nerd." On Friday and Saturday Benet Academy students put on one-act plays. FridayKids: The Lisle Library sponsors a Super Smash Bros. Tournament.Entertainment: Maggie Speaks performs at the Lodge at Four Lakes. Las Vegas-based Cirque Mechanics are performing the Old Western adventure "Boom Town" at North Central …
Still looking for something to do this weekend? There are plenty of student theater performances and a smathering of author appearances around Lisle this weekend. ThursdayFood fun: Attend the Restaurant Night Fundraiser for Giant Steps at Chuck E. Cheese in Naperville, or the Smuttynose party at the Bavarian Lodge. Hear You Me plays an all-ages show at the Lodge at Four Lakes. FridayEntertainment: Rod Tuffcurls and the Benchpress will be playing at the Lodge at Four Lakes, and DJ LD makes an appearance at Mullens Bar & Grill.Literary: Writer Jonathan Stroud will be at Anderson's Book …
This week we've scrapped categories and divided the events by venue. Bavarian LodgeThursday: Test G. Schneider in wooden gravity fed casks and several draft options at Schneider Cask and Keg Night. Creme de la CremeFriday: Attend the grand opening of this new decor and accessories store on Main Street from 10 am-6 pm. EvvivaSaturday: Get signed in by 10 p.m. for your chance to win as much as $500 in their costume contest. French MarketSaturday: Do you shop locally? A perfect place to buy home grown fresh produce is located in downtown Lisle on Saturday mornings. Lisle Patch checked out the …
Still looking for something to do this weekend? Enjoy book sales, Halloweenery and live music. There are plenty of opportunities in and around Lisle. FridaySports: It's Senior Night for Lisle Lions football. Watch them play Herscher High School.Family: Attend Halloween Night Walks at the Fullersburg Woods Nature Education Center in Oak Brook. Enjoy this spooky 75-minute walk through the woods.Theater: Waubonsie Valley High School presents its rendition of Flowers for Algernon through Sunday afternoon. Friday and Saturday evening performances begin at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday's show begins at 2 p.m.…
Still looking for something to do this weekend? There are shopping, exercise and entertainment options abound in the area. All weekend Arts and entertainment: Benet Academy's students present "Dracula" through Sunday evening. The Village Theatre Guild is presenting "Off the Map" starting this weekend. The evening shows begin at 8 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 3 p.m.; the guild is located on the northwest corner Park Boulevard & Butterfield Road in Glen Ellyn. Shopping: The First United Methodist Church of Downers Grove is sponsoring the Sweet Repeat Sale on Saturday and Sunday. Check out the …
Still looking for something to do this weekend? Hear some ghost stories, watch local bands and meet a best-selling author. There are plenty of opportunities in and around Lisle. All weekend Seasonal: Spend some time outdoors and pick up your jack o' lanterns-to-be at St. Mark's Episcopal Church (Glen Ellyn) for their pumpkin patch. Stop in 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday and get assistance from an on-hand volunteer. Seasonal: Locally, catch several activies at the Morton Arboretum for the Fall Colors Festival—including gourd art demonstrations, wine tastings and seasonal treats. Or …
Still looking for something to do this weekend? See the leaves change, enjoy a stein of German beer and buy a Halloween costume. There are plenty of opportunities in and around Lisle. All weekend All ages: The Morton Arboretum kicks off its Fall Color Festival starting Friday. The festival offers a mix of daily and weekend activites for all ages, from pumpkin painting to wine tasting. Watch gourd art demonstrations, take a Theatre Hike, stroll along the Scarecrow Trail and experience the Arboretum grounds after dark. Oktoberfest: The Bavarian Lodge has new brews on tap and a pig roast. See …
