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Munch Opens for 'Meatless Mondays,' Dominican U. Presents 'The Drowsy Chaperone'
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Munch opens for Meatless Monday BrunchAfter two years of establishing itself as Oak Park's go-to spot for homemade, vegan comfort food – Munch, 104 N. Marion, has evolved to cater to customer demands announcing they will now be open every Monday for Meatless Monday Brunch from 10-4pm offering a special menu.
“Must-try” brunch dishes according to Munch staff include the Cornmeal Pancakes and Tofu Scramble – all prepared homemade by Chef Vincent Diaz (former chef at House of Blues) and Chef Jose Marban (former chef at JA' Grill).
Meet Amber at the Animal Care League
Amber is a beautiful Great Pyrenees mix that came to the shelter from Oklahoma. Her luxurious hair and gorgeous eyes will make you fall in love with her. She would be the perfect dog for someone who likes to brush dogs!
Dominican University presents community-wide Hunger Banquet
Dominican University, in collaboration with West Suburban Temple Har Zion, is presenting on Wednesday, November 13 a Hunger Banquet to raise awareness of local and Chicago area hunger issues and to introduce the community to ways that interfaith cooperation is addressing this complex and pervasive problem.
All Halloween decor 50% Off
Tulipia Floral Design, 7617 W Lake Street, River Forest, now has all Halloween decorations 50% off.
Exclusive Offer - Holiday Portraits at Pleasant Home with Sonya Gilbert
Pleasant Home is a National Historic Landmark Prairie-style home with breathtaking architectural details. Through an exclusive arrangement with Sonya Gilbert Photography, the home is available as the perfect setting for your 2013 holiday family portraits. Your unique family portrait will be enhanced by the charm and splendor that the Pleasant Home offers.
Sunday Nov. 3rd 5pm-8pm - 2nd Annual Apple Pie Bake-Off and Fundraiser for the Forest Park Community Garden
Join us on Sunday November 3rd 5pm-8pm for our 2nd Annual Apple Pie Bake-Off and Fundraiser! Don't worry, there's no Bears game that day, we already checked!
Boy Scouts and Families to Attend Event with World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters
Boy Scouts, families, and supporters from the community are invited to attend Scout Night with the Harlem Globetrotters. Exclusive discounted tickets will permit participants to enjoy an exciting night of basketball antics and athleticism while helping to support Scouting.
Dominican University presents The Drowsy Chaperone
Dominican University’s Performing Arts Center presents a student production of the Tony Award-winning musical, The Drowsy Chaperone the weekend of November 15-17. The musical will be held in the university’s Lund Auditorium in the Fine Arts Building, 7900 W. Division Street, River Forest.
Local libraries kick off Muslim Journeys series with discussion on Prince Among Slaves
Dominican University’s Rebecca Crown Library, Oak Park Public Library and River Forest Public Library will present on Tuesday, November 12 the first in a series of collaborative programs exploring Muslim culture, art and history.
Local Club Seeking Applicants for Educational Grant (BA, MA or PhD)
Women who currently attend local colleges and universities and who are seeking financial assistance to continue their education can now obtain applications for the Virginia M. Wagner award.
Amber is a beautiful Great Pyrenees mix that came to the shelter from Oklahoma. Her luxurious hair and gorgeous eyes will make you fall in love with her. She would be the perfect dog for someone who likes to brush dogs!
Dominican University presents community-wide Hunger Banquet
Dominican University, in collaboration with West Suburban Temple Har Zion, is presenting on Wednesday, November 13 a Hunger Banquet to raise awareness of local and Chicago area hunger issues and to introduce the community to ways that interfaith cooperation is addressing this complex and pervasive problem.
All Halloween decor 50% Off
Tulipia Floral Design, 7617 W Lake Street, River Forest, now has all Halloween decorations 50% off.
Exclusive Offer - Holiday Portraits at Pleasant Home with Sonya Gilbert
Pleasant Home is a National Historic Landmark Prairie-style home with breathtaking architectural details. Through an exclusive arrangement with Sonya Gilbert Photography, the home is available as the perfect setting for your 2013 holiday family portraits. Your unique family portrait will be enhanced by the charm and splendor that the Pleasant Home offers.
Sunday Nov. 3rd 5pm-8pm - 2nd Annual Apple Pie Bake-Off and Fundraiser for the Forest Park Community Garden
Join us on Sunday November 3rd 5pm-8pm for our 2nd Annual Apple Pie Bake-Off and Fundraiser! Don't worry, there's no Bears game that day, we already checked!
Boy Scouts and Families to Attend Event with World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters
Boy Scouts, families, and supporters from the community are invited to attend Scout Night with the Harlem Globetrotters. Exclusive discounted tickets will permit participants to enjoy an exciting night of basketball antics and athleticism while helping to support Scouting.
Dominican University presents The Drowsy Chaperone
Dominican University’s Performing Arts Center presents a student production of the Tony Award-winning musical, The Drowsy Chaperone the weekend of November 15-17. The musical will be held in the university’s Lund Auditorium in the Fine Arts Building, 7900 W. Division Street, River Forest.
Local libraries kick off Muslim Journeys series with discussion on Prince Among Slaves
Dominican University’s Rebecca Crown Library, Oak Park Public Library and River Forest Public Library will present on Tuesday, November 12 the first in a series of collaborative programs exploring Muslim culture, art and history.
Local Club Seeking Applicants for Educational Grant (BA, MA or PhD)
Women who currently attend local colleges and universities and who are seeking financial assistance to continue their education can now obtain applications for the Virginia M. Wagner award.
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