Local non-profit organization Team Ignite is proud to present its Mighty Munchkins Obstacle Course Race for children ages 6 to 12 on Sunday, June 2, 2019. The event is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Conrad Fischer Park in Elmhurst. It features a 2-kilometer (approximately 1.2 miles) obstacle course that’s designed for children of…
By All Accounts: The Story of Elmhurst starts today, May 22, 2019, at the Elmhurst History Museum. When you experience this ongoing exhibit, you’ll feel like you’re in a time machine. The museum’s entire 2nd floor has been converted into an interactive exhibition that will take you back to various times in the history of…
Once again, it’s time for the Spring Road Pet Parade, which takes place on Saturday, May 18, 2019. Whether you’re a fan of dogs, cats or other pets, or you’re just looking for a fun day for the family, we think you’ll have a great time at this annual event. There are many activities on…
If the thought of amusement parks brings back happy memories, you won’t want to miss Elmhurst History Museum’s new exhibit, called Worlds of Wonder: Remembering Chicagoland’s Amusement Parks. The exhibit opens on May 17, 2019 and runs through August 18. Visitors to the museum will have a chance to learn about the colorful history of…
It’s almost time for the Spring Road Easter Egg Hunt, which happens on Saturday, April 20. The fun starts at 12:30, with the arrival of the Easter Bunny, who will be on-hand to meet and greet all the children attending the event. Afterward, the kids can join the egg hunt and look for the candy-filled…
You and your family will enjoy the beautiful music provided by the Elmhurst Symphony Musicians in Performance at Mayslake, as they present Rhapsody by the Lake on April 11. Joining the Elmhurst Symphony is the Young Lake Harp Duo, which is comprised of Nicole Luchs Young and Janelle Jansen Lake. At McGrath Elmhurst Toyota, we appreciate the…
Come out on Sunday, April 14 at 2 p.m. to listen to The Poetry of Carl Sandburg, Music of Chris Vallillo at the Elmhurst History Museum. The one-hour concert features selections from Sandburg’s popular “American Songbag” and his poetry, as well as some of Vallillo’s original music. This year marks the 100thanniversary of Sandburg moving…
The Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art has a special treat for you called The Rock Café. You can see this ongoing exhibit from the Lizzadro’s permanent collection through Friday, May 31 during regular museum hours. The Rock Café offers visitors the opportunity to see three complete meals composed entirely of shaped and polished stones. It…
Spring is just around the corner, and that means fun outdoor activities like the annual Egg Hunt in beautiful Wilder Park. This year’s event is on Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Kids ages one through 10 years old are invited to meet the Easter Bunny and participate in the Egg Hunt,…
The Elmhurst History Museum offers a free, family-friendly event later this month called Spring Break History Hunt. It takes place on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Churchville One-Room Schoolhouse and Fischer Farm. Kids of all ages can engage in different activities in the beautiful old buildings and grounds…
