September 03, 2010
YMCA Family Night
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Indian Boundary YMCA, 711 59th St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Spend some time together as a family enjoying open preschool gym, Sportwall and monthly special activities and themes until 8:15 p.m. FEE: Members, FREE. Non-members, $15 per family. Website: www.indianboundaryymca.org.
September 04, 2010
Downtown Downers Grove Market
7:00AM - 12:30PM
Main St. Train Station, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Shop for fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers and other culinary delights and creations from local vendors. FREE admission. Interested vendors should contact Barbara Taylor at btaylor@ymcachgo.org or (630) 929-2408.
September 06, 2010
Lions Club 5k Run/Walk
8:00AM - 10:00AM
McCollum Park area, 6801 S. Main St., Downers Grove, L (map)
2nd Annual 5K Labor of Love Run/Walk hosted by the Downers Grove Noon Lions Club. Register online at www.signmeup.com/67550 More info at www.5klaboroflove.org
September 08, 2010
Senior Outing: Potluck Lunch
12:00PM - 4:00PM
First United Methodist Church, 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove, IL (map)
DG First United Methodist Church's "Young at Heart" senior group will host a potluck lunch and "Tumbleweed Tunes" program. FREE. More info call (630) 968-7120 or www.dgfumc.org
September 10, 2010
YMCA Family Night
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Indian Boundary YMCA, 711 59th St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Spend some time together as a family enjoying open preschool gym, Sportwall and monthly special activities and themes until 8:15 p.m. FEE: Members, FREE. Non-members, $15 per family. Website: www.indianboundaryymca.org.
September 11, 2010
Downtown Downers Grove Market
7:00AM - 12:30PM
Main St. Train Station, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Shop for fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers and other culinary delights and creations from local vendors. FREE admission. Interested vendors should contact Barbara Taylor at btaylor@ymcachgo.org or (630) 929-2408.
September 11, 2010
Recycling Extravaganza
8:00AM - 2:00PM
Belmont Rd. Train Station, Downers Grove, IL (map)
Items collected include electronics, dressers, eyeglasses, cell phones, lead acid batteries (car/boat/etc.) and more. More info at www.downers.us. or (630) 434-5500.
September 11, 2010
Flea Market
9:00AM - 3:00PM
Hummer Park, 4833 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Over 100 Sellers, Vendors and Traders will be on site. For more info, call Downers Grove Park District at (630) 963-1304 or www.dgparks.org.
September 12, 2010
Rally Day Celebration
8:00AM - 1:00PM
First United Methodist Church, 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Church services at 8:15,9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Lunch at Noon-for fee; Adults $4, Children 12 and under $2. Movie at the Tivoli Theatre, "How to Train Your Dragon". More info, call (630) 968-7120 or 968-6779.
September 13, 2010
Meeting: After Hours Film Society
7:30PM - 10:00PM
Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Admission: $5 members; $9 non-members Website: www.afterhoursfilmsociety.com
September 16, 2010
Taste of Downers Grove
4:00PM - 8:00PM
2001 Butterfield Rd., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Spend a Thursday evening with friends/co-workers and sample the delicious offerings from Downers Grove restaurants, plus entertainment for the little ones. Free admission! More info at www.visitdownersgrove.com
September 17, 2010
YMCA Family Night
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Indian Boundary YMCA, 711 59th St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Spend some time together as a family enjoying open preschool gym, Sportwall and monthly special activities and themes until 8:15 p.m. FEE: Members, FREE. Non-members, $15 per family. Website: www.indianboundaryymca.org.
September 18, 2010
Downtown Downers Grove Market
7:00AM - 12:30PM
Main St. Train Station, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Shop for fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers and other culinary delights and creations from local vendors. FREE admission. Interested vendors should contact Barbara Taylor at btaylor@ymcachgo.org or (630) 929-2408.
September 18, 2010
Passport to Safety Day
10:00AM - 1:00PM
DG Park District Recreation Center, 4500 Belmont Rd., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Kids and their families will learn how to be safe in a variety of situations as they travel the "world" collection stamps their passports. Special appearance by the Radio Disney Road Crew from 10:30-11:30am! More info call (630) 434-5986.
September 18, 2010
Sing-Around
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Starts at 2:00 p.m. Admission: $1.00 For more information, email info@twowaystreet.org; (630) 969-9720 or visit www.twowaystreet.org
September 18, 2010
YMCA Club Saturday Night
7:00PM - 10:00PM
Indian Boundary YMCA, 711 59th St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
A safe and fun place to hang out with friends and enjoy dancing, sports, swimming, rock climbing and snacks. Grades 6-8. Fee. Pre Registered for all events in the series: $5; Pre-Registered for single event: $6; At the door; $10 per event. Website: www.indianboundaryymca.org
September 24, 2010
Lester School Clothing Sale
6:00PM - 9:00PM
236 Indianapolis Ave., Downers Grove, IL (map)
If you are interested in being a seller or have any questions about this year’s sale, please call Denise at (630) 541-8056 or Eileen at (630) 725-9198. Call Kim at (630) 241-2550 if you would like to volunteer to work the sale.
September 24, 2010
YMCA Family Night
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Indian Boundary YMCA, 711 59th St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Spend some time together as a family enjoying open preschool gym, Sportwall and monthly special activities and themes until 8:15 p.m. FEE: Members, FREE. Non-members, $15 per family. Website: www.indianboundaryymca.org.
September 25, 2010
Downtown Downers Grove Market
7:00AM - 12:30PM
Main St. Train Station, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Shop for fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers and other culinary delights and creations from local vendors. FREE admission. Interested vendors should contact Barbara Taylor at btaylor@ymcachgo.org or (630) 929-2408.
September 25, 2010
Lester School Clothing Sale
8:00AM - 11:00AM
236 Indianapolis, Downers Grove, IL (map)
If you are interested in being a seller or have any questions about this year’s sale, please call Denise at (630) 541-8056 or Eileen at (630) 725-9198. Call Kim at (630) 241-2550 if you would like to volunteer to work the sale.
September 25, 2010
1st Congregational Church Garage Sale
8:00AM - 3:00PM
1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Donated items in good, usable condition may be dropped off at the west entrance of the church on Tuesday, Sept. 21 from 1:00pm - 8:00pm or Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 22 and 23, from 3:00pm - 8:00pm. (No clothing, please!) Shop on Saturday!
September 26, 2010
Barkapalooza Dog Walk & Pet Expo
10:00AM - 2:00PM
Patriots Park, Downers Grove, IL (map)
West Suburban Humane Society, 630-960-9600 ext 25
Admission: $10
www.wshs-dg.org
September 27, 2010
Meeting: After Hours Film Society
7:30PM - 10:00PM
Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Admission: $5 members, $9 non-members Website: www.afterhoursfilmsociety.com
October 01, 2010
YMCA Family Night
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Indian Boundary YMCA, 711 59th St., Downers Grove, IL (map)
Spend some time together as a family enjoying open preschool gym, Sportwall and monthly special activities and themes until 8:15 p.m. FEE: Members, FREE. Non-members, $15 per family. Website: www.indianboundaryymca.org.