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Scary things to do in the southwest suburbs for Halloween

May 20, 2019 at 4:34 a.m.

When walking through a pumpkin patch during broad daylight isn't enough to celebrate Halloween, there are many haunted houses, hayrides and zombie hunts for bigger thrills and chills. Here's a...

‘Tis the season for holiday craft shows

June 17, 2018 at 5:09 a.m.

Hundreds of artists and crafters will showcase their handiwork at upcoming holiday arts and craft shows. You can get a jump on holiday shopping or simply spoil yourself while helping...

Halloween fun for all ages in Lake County

June 17, 2018 at 5:47 a.m.

Area park districts and other groups are offering a variety of Halloween activities for all ages. Events for tots to adults include a Boo Bash and Zombie Apocalypse in Mundelein,...

The Center in Palos Park packs fall calendar with events

June 18, 2018 at 7:43 a.m.

October at The Center in Palos Park brings not just a pumpkin patch with barn tours and hayrides but a bevy of other activities, too. Ladies Halloween Tea, ghost tales,...

Halloween a “boo-tiful” time of fall

June 17, 2018 at 6:19 a.m.

Area park districts and other groups are offering a variety of Halloween activities in coming weeks. Options for tots to teens and adults and even the family pooch include costume...

Chili and beer celebrated in Lake Zurich

June 18, 2018 at 7:49 a.m.

It's time for fall food celebrations throughout Lake County, with new fests this weekend and next in Lake Zurich and ongoing farmers markets in Libertyville and Mundelein. "Both the chili...

Fall celebrated with local festivals

May 20, 2019 at 4:33 a.m.

Hayrides, pumpkin and pie contests, carnival rides and more will be offered at upcoming fall festivals in Orland Park, Mokena, Tinley Park, New Lenox and Plainfield. Starting Thursday, Sept. 25...

Lemont ready for old-fashioned street fair

May 20, 2019 at 4:32 a.m.

Antique and craft vendors and artists will set up shop on the sidewalks for the Lemont Street Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, along the 300...

2 festivals celebrate change of seasons

June 17, 2018 at 8:59 a.m.

Fall events this weekend offer a chance to sample chili or craft beer, watch a parade and enjoy local bands in Palos Park and Tinley Park. The third annual Autumn...

Gender swaps allow for fresh look at play

June 17, 2018 at 12:24 p.m.

Moraine Valley Community College's Theater Department has students and others cross-dressing in the latest production of "Shakespeare Under the Stars." Starring a woman as a lord and a man as...

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