Events - Month

Come and enjoy the Danish Home Annual Summer Festival Fundraiser – our special, traditional homecoming day with residents and friends. Performance by: Bjornson Male Chorus, Bakery Booth, Scandinavian Souvenirs, Treasure Chest, Special Drawings, Children’s Corner $5.00 admission with unlimited Games—Bouncy House—Petting Zoo—Clown ----- Danish Open-Faced Sandwiches—Hamburgers—Hot Dogs—Beverages --- Raffles

Do you find painting or decorating relaxing? Join us at the Centennial Activity Center for our weekly ceramics class. Students work on projects of their choice and level of experience. Class instruction provided by Mickey Currie. Stop in and see what you can do!

Sign up for a competitive afternoon of Table Tennis. Rule packets will be given at the time of registration or upon request. This is a doubles tournament, please register with a partner. --- Contact the Park Ridge Senior Center at 847-692-3597. Fee $8 Member/$10 Guest

The Rotary Club of Park Ridge meets Wednesdays at Noon at Summit Square of Park Ridge, 10 North Summit Avenue 847-825-1161 Park Ridge, IL

Families are invited to join the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 on Wednesdays, June 17-August 12, from 1-3 p.m. For children, ages 5-12, with an adult. $3 per child, $2 per child for members. Call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org for information.

The Humanities Club works to promote understanding through discussion of a variety of important topics and current trends. Come and share your opinions! Contact the Centennial Activity Center at 847-692-3597 for more information. Free to members, non-members pay a $2.00 drop in fee to participate.

Park Ridge's annual patriotic, Independence Day fireworks display returns to Maine East High School July 3 from 6:30 pm until 10:30 pm ---- Bring a picnic (no alcoholic beverages or grills allowed) and relax before the fireworks begin. Enjoy the evening with friends and family. Come early and get a great spot!!

The Farmer's Market will be held every Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from May 23 to October 31, 2015 AT: Prairie and Garden, which is at just south of the Metra train tracks and Touhy, and east of Cumberland Avenues.

The Park Ridge Public Library will be closed today in observance of the holiday.

Please join us for the 59th Annual Kiddie Parade sponsored by the “Noon” Kiwanis Club of Park Ridge --- decorate yourselves, your bikes, wagons, pets, etc. More details by clicking on this entry. -- The Parade starts at 9:15 a.m. at Hodges Park on Saturday, July 4th ----------- Participants should register beginning at 8:45 a.m.

Do you find painting or decorating relaxing? Join us at the Centennial Activity Center for our weekly ceramics class. Students work on projects of their choice and level of experience. Class instruction provided by Mickey Currie. Stop in and see what you can do!

The Niles All American Speakers are charter members of Toastmasters International, a club devoted to the refinement of speech, our mission is to make better speakers of everyone.

Saving America’s Scenic Wonders- RJ Lindsey presents Stephen T. Mather, founding director of the National Park Service, a dramatic story of saving the parks from congressional neglect, ruthless loggers and greedy developers. When an illegal sawmill in Glacier Park refused to close down, Mather blew it up with some handy charges of TNT.

Come sing, play, move and groove with us as we enjoy a family time single Kindermusik class at St. Luke's Church. Fee: $10/child. Sibling discount available. First timers can preview the class for free! Registration required.

The Rotary Club of Park Ridge meets Wednesdays at Noon at Summit Square of Park Ridge, 10 North Summit Avenue 847-825-1161 Park Ridge, IL

Families are invited to join the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 on Wednesdays, June 17-August 12, from 1-3 p.m. For children, ages 5-12, with an adult. $3 per child, $2 per child for members. Call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org for information.

The Humanities Club works to promote understanding through discussion of a variety of important topics and current trends. Come and share your opinions! Contact the Centennial Activity Center at 847-692-3597 for more information. Free to members, non-members pay a $2.00 drop in fee to participate.

The 2015 Taste of Park Ridge will be held Thursday July 9 (11:00 am to 10:30 pm), Friday July 10 (11:00 am to 11:00 pm) and Saturday, July 11 (11:00 am to 11:00 pm) ---- Parking available in the underground garage of the Uptown redevelopment. ----- More info will be provided on the TASTE OF PARK RIDGE website as the date draws near.

The Park Ridge Toastmasters club has been in Park Ridge since June 9, 1949, meeting in the same location at the United Methodist Church, 418 West Touhy. We meet on the first floor and love to have guests visit our club. --- We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from January through October. Due to the Holidays we meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month in November and December.

The Park Ridge Toastmasters club has been in Park Ridge since June 9, 1949, meeting in the same location at the United Methodist Church, 418 West Touhy. We meet on the first floor and love to have guests visit our club. --- We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from January through October. Due to the Holidays we meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month in November and December.

Love a bargain? Then don't miss the Friends of the Park Ridge Library's "Summer Cooler" Book Sale during the Taste of Park Ridge on Friday, July 10, 2015 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm in front of the Park Ridge Public Library on Prospect.

The 2015 Taste of Park Ridge will be held Thursday July 9 (11:00 am to 10:30 pm), Friday July 10 (11:00 am to 11:00 pm) and Saturday, July 11 (11:00 am to 11:00 pm) ---- Parking available in the underground garage of the Uptown redevelopment. ----- More info will be provided on the TASTE OF PARK RIDGE website as the date draws near.

Please join us for our Summer 2015 Concerts in the Park - the 55th year that the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony (PRFAS) has presented this wonderful summertime musical experience!! Concerts will take place June 19 through August 14.

The Farmer's Market will be held every Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from May 23 to October 31, 2015 AT: Prairie and Garden, which is at just south of the Metra train tracks and Touhy, and east of Cumberland Avenues.

The 2015 Taste of Park Ridge will be held Thursday July 9 (11:00 am to 10:30 pm), Friday July 10 (11:00 am to 11:00 pm) and Saturday, July 11 (11:00 am to 11:00 pm) ---- Parking available in the underground garage of the Uptown redevelopment. ----- More info will be provided on the TASTE OF PARK RIDGE website as the date draws near.

Do you find painting or decorating relaxing? Join us at the Centennial Activity Center for our weekly ceramics class. Students work on projects of their choice and level of experience. Class instruction provided by Mickey Currie. Stop in and see what you can do!

The purpose of this group is to encourage members to write and provide a safe place to read one’s work and get some feedback. We meet the second Tuesday of every month.

The Rotary Club of Park Ridge meets Wednesdays at Noon at Summit Square of Park Ridge, 10 North Summit Avenue 847-825-1161 Park Ridge, IL

Learn or brush up on your skills of this classic game. Class is taught by a bridge master.

Families are invited to join the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 on Wednesdays, June 17-August 12, from 1-3 p.m. For children, ages 5-12, with an adult. $3 per child, $2 per child for members. Call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org for information.

The Humanities Club works to promote understanding through discussion of a variety of important topics and current trends. Come and share your opinions! Contact the Centennial Activity Center at 847-692-3597 for more information. Free to members, non-members pay a $2.00 drop in fee to participate.

Back together after 20 years, the hit 60’s girl group the Bikinis is ready to relive their fun in the sun, revive their Jersey Girl heydays, and rekindle their long lost friendships. Celebrate the good ‘ole days with “It’s in His Kiss”, “I Will Survive”, “Under the Boardwalk.” Transportation, lunch and the show are included.

Hosted by Presence Healthcare. Free Service! No appointments necessary.

Car Show! June 5, July 17, August 7, and September 4, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Bounce/jump house for the kids! -- Live Music -- Food & t-shirts for sale -- LOCATION: Park Ridge Central Parking Lot next to the Library -- Sponsored by the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce --- Free admission.

Cruisin' Park Ridge is a fun even to check out cool cars and hear great bands. Come see THE PICK RESTAURANT at this July 17 event.

Please join us for our Summer 2015 Concerts in the Park - the 55th year that the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony (PRFAS) has presented this wonderful summertime musical experience!! Concerts will take place June 19 through August 14.

The Farmer's Market will be held every Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from May 23 to October 31, 2015 AT: Prairie and Garden, which is at just south of the Metra train tracks and Touhy, and east of Cumberland Avenues.

Do you find painting or decorating relaxing? Join us at the Centennial Activity Center for our weekly ceramics class. Students work on projects of their choice and level of experience. Class instruction provided by Mickey Currie. Stop in and see what you can do!

Support Avenues to Independence with a day of golf or tennis; lunch buffet, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, awards, raffle and live auction. Attend the full day, or join us for cocktails and dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect, on Monday, July 20 --- Call Ann Marie at 847-292-0870 X108 for more info, or visit our website.

U.S.A! U.S.A! Let’s celebrate the great nation of America and take a journey through the Great American Songbook with Dr. Burton L. Fischman. The program features the finest music from 1920-1950’s. Portillo’s beef sandwiches, chopped salad and chocolate cake will be served prior to the entertainment.

The Niles All American Speakers are charter members of Toastmasters International, a club devoted to the refinement of speech, our mission is to make better speakers of everyone.

Chicago Crime Tour- Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with Chicago Crime Tours. Some of the world’s most famous criminals, mobsters and gangsters bamboozled their way through Chicago. Sit comfortably on a climate controlled bus and enjoy sightseeing famous Chicago crime scenes from the 19th century through modern times.

The Rotary Club of Park Ridge meets Wednesdays at Noon at Summit Square of Park Ridge, 10 North Summit Avenue 847-825-1161 Park Ridge, IL

Treat yourself to hot slices of cheese, sausage and veggie pizza. Afterwards play several games of bingo! Fee includes bingo, pizza and prizes. Fee is $8 Member/$10 Guest (skip the pizza and come at 1:15, Fee is $4 Member/$5 Guest). Contact the Centennial Activity Center at 847-692-3597 for more information.

Families are invited to join the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 on Wednesdays, June 17-August 12, from 1-3 p.m. For children, ages 5-12, with an adult. $3 per child, $2 per child for members. Call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org for information.

IL State Rep Moylan & Sierra Club will be presenting an Environmental Update to Sierra Club and interested Citizens about renewable energy in Illinois.

A member of Illinois State Senator Dan Kotowski's office will be at the Library from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. today. They will be situated in the magazine area of the 2nd floor Reference Department.

The Humanities Club works to promote understanding through discussion of a variety of important topics and current trends. Come and share your opinions! Contact the Centennial Activity Center at 847-692-3597 for more information. Free to members, non-members pay a $2.00 drop in fee to participate.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the ukulele? Peggy Mistak teaches you this very simple and delightful instrument.

Brush up on your skills or learn new songs! This class is for those who have experience playing the ukulele and want to continue their skills.

Summer Family Carnival – Hinkley Park /Park Ridge --- Thursday, July 23, Friday, July 24, 2015 - 4:00pm - 10:30pm, Saturday, July 25, 2015 - 12:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday, July 26, 2015 - 12:00pm - 10:00pm, Ages: All Ages, Location ------ Single Day Wristband: $30 unlimited rides, Mega Pass: $55 unlimited rides all four days

The Park Ridge Toastmasters club has been in Park Ridge since June 9, 1949, meeting in the same location at the United Methodist Church, 418 West Touhy. We meet on the first floor and love to have guests visit our club. --- We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from January through October. Due to the Holidays we meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month in November and December.

Summer Family Carnival – Hinkley Park /Park Ridge --- Thursday, July 23, Friday, July 24, 2015 - 4:00pm - 10:30pm, Saturday, July 25, 2015 - 12:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday, July 26, 2015 - 12:00pm - 10:00pm, Ages: All Ages, Location ------ Single Day Wristband: $30 unlimited rides, Mega Pass: $55 unlimited rides all four days

Please join us for our Summer 2015 Concerts in the Park - the 55th year that the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony (PRFAS) has presented this wonderful summertime musical experience!! Concerts will take place June 19 through August 14.

The Farmer's Market will be held every Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from May 23 to October 31, 2015 AT: Prairie and Garden, which is at just south of the Metra train tracks and Touhy, and east of Cumberland Avenues.

Summer Family Carnival – Hinkley Park /Park Ridge --- Thursday, July 23, Friday, July 24, 2015 - 4:00pm - 10:30pm, Saturday, July 25, 2015 - 12:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday, July 26, 2015 - 12:00pm - 10:00pm, Ages: All Ages, Location ------ Single Day Wristband: $30 unlimited rides, Mega Pass: $55 unlimited rides all four days

Pet Blessing at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on Sunday, July 26 at 11:15 a.m. Bring your pet or a picture of your pet for a blessing outside on the west lawn.

Summer Family Carnival – Hinkley Park /Park Ridge --- Thursday, July 23, Friday, July 24, 2015 - 4:00pm - 10:30pm, Saturday, July 25, 2015 - 12:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday, July 26, 2015 - 12:00pm - 10:00pm, Ages: All Ages, Location ------ Single Day Wristband: $30 unlimited rides, Mega Pass: $55 unlimited rides all four days

Do you find painting or decorating relaxing? Join us at the Centennial Activity Center for our weekly ceramics class. Students work on projects of their choice and level of experience. Class instruction provided by Mickey Currie. Stop in and see what you can do!

Fall Baseball & Softball Registration Extended for the Park Ridge Baseball/Softball leagues ----- July 29 through August 10, 2015

The Rotary Club of Park Ridge meets Wednesdays at Noon at Summit Square of Park Ridge, 10 North Summit Avenue 847-825-1161 Park Ridge, IL

Learn more about how to pay for your prescription drugs. Discuss enrollment periods, the four phases of coverage, formularies and tips on how to choose the best plan for you.

Families are invited to join the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 on Wednesdays, June 17-August 12, from 1-3 p.m. For children, ages 5-12, with an adult. $3 per child, $2 per child for members. Call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org for information.

The Humanities Club works to promote understanding through discussion of a variety of important topics and current trends. Come and share your opinions! Contact the Centennial Activity Center at 847-692-3597 for more information. Free to members, non-members pay a $2.00 drop in fee to participate.

Join us on the last Friday of the month for a friendly Dominoes Tournament at the Senior Center. Fee is $2 for member/$3 guest. Contact the Park Ridge Senior Center at 847-692-3597 for more information.

Please join us for our Summer 2015 Concerts in the Park - the 55th year that the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony (PRFAS) has presented this wonderful summertime musical experience!! Concerts will take place June 19 through August 14.

Fall Baseball & Softball Registration Extended for the Park Ridge Baseball/Softball leagues ----- July 29 through August 10, 2015

The Farmer's Market will be held every Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from May 23 to October 31, 2015 AT: Prairie and Garden, which is at just south of the Metra train tracks and Touhy, and east of Cumberland Avenues.