Events - Month

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.

Continuing Mah Jongg class for those that have just recently completed a Mah Jongg Beginner class. The objective of this class is to focus on the mechanics of game procedures and good selection of hands during the course of the game, and a better knowledge of the National Mah Jongg League card. Please register in advance.

Day trip to Garfield Park Conservatory and the Elks National Veterans Memorial on Wednesday, June 3, 9:15-5:00pm ----- Please register in advance, registration deadline: May 27.

Be part of the millions of players who enjoy Mah Jongg! The class is for beginners and those who know the game, but need refresher classes to brush up on skills, rules and strategies. Please register in advance.

Beginning Ukulele Class - Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the ukulele? Peggy Mistak teaches you this very simple and delightful instrument. -- Participants must provide their own ukulele. Please register in advance.

Intermediate Ukulele Class 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. Please register in advance. Fee is $25 Member/$30 Guest.

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.

Camp out with your family in the Park District’s backyard, outside at the Wildwood Nature Center. (5 pm Friday to 10 am Saturday) Participants are required to bring their own tents and bedding. All Ages. Register online at www.prparks.org or call the Park District. (847) 692-5127

Camp out with your family in the Park District’s backyard, outside at the Wildwood Nature Center. (5 pm Friday to 10 am Saturday) Participants are required to bring their own tents and bedding. All Ages. Register online at www.prparks.org or call the Park District. (847) 692-5127

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.

Annual Park Ridge Antiques & Collectibles Flea Market in Hodges Park.

Join us at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Park Ridge, IL from Noon to 2 PM for dancing, moving, and shaking for a great cause. --- Join Team Saving Second Base (from Relay for Life's Des Plaines/Park Ridge event) and some amazing instructors as we honor Pam Cloum who is battling cancer to raise funds for Relay for Life! Wear pink to show your support! Zumba wear will be available!

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 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.

Food for Thought , Age 55 & up: The Power of Glamour- Robert Randall is back to evoke a unique Hollywood era and five of the goddesses including Joan Crawford, Greta Garbo, Katherine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead and Marlene Dietrich. You won’t want to miss this lunch and presentation about the women that enchanted the world and left their legacy.

Maine South Golf Outing brought to you by Hawk Boosters. Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Wheeling, IL 60090 June 11, 2025 Shotgun Tee at 2pm. Dinner at 6pm

Literary event! Members of a local writers group (Prairie Avenue Writers) will read from their newly published anthology and answer questions about writing and publishing.

General meetings of the Park Ridge Garden Club are held at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm, SEPTEMBER THROUGH JUNE in the Park Ridge Senior Center. There are NO meetings in January, July or August. Meetings include a short business session, followed by guest speakers, refreshments and socializing, and conclude between 9:00-10:00 pm

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.

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.

Trot against Trafficking 5K Charity Run/ Walk / Kids’ Dash will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. --- Race Begins and ends at Washington Elementary School. 1500 Stewart Ave., Park Ridge, IL. ---- All event proceeds will be donated to charities that serve to educate, raise awareness and help victims of human trafficking. More information can be found on our event website www.trotagainsttrafficking.com

The Twenty-first Star Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be hosting a Continental Breakfast, Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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.

Please join us for the annual golf outing/fundraiser benefiting The Center of Concern at Mountain View Adventure in Des Plaines. -- Featuring: Miniature Golf, Picnic Dinner, Beverages, Balloon Artist, Raffle Prizes, "Top Score" Golfer Jacket, Music and fun!! Winning Chances: Split the Pot, Raffle and more!

White Fence Farms: “Broadway to Blues”- Wednesday, June 17, 11:00am-5:00pm -- Departs from the Senior Center. Register in advance, registration deadline is June 3. Fee is $72 Member/$79 Guest.

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.

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.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

Open table tennis, "55 and Over" Monday through Friday 2:00-5:00. This event is free to members. Non-members pay a $2 daily drop in fee if participating.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

Treat yourself to hot slices of cheese, sausage and veggie pizza. Afterwards play several games of bingo!

Families are invited to join the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 on Wednesdays, June 17 through August 12, from 1-3 p.m for Afternoon Adventures: Des Plaines Farms and Beyond. ----- 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.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

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.

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.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

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.

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.

Please join us for the annual Relay for Life Walk from noon until midnight on Saturday, June 27th AT Maine East High School!!!! -- Your participation at Relay for Life funds the American Cancer Society's mission to save lives by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures and fighting back. Join the fight for a world with more birthdays.

All MSW School Alumni are invited to attend the MSW All Class Reunion on Saturday, June 27th, 2015 --- Join us for 5:00 pm Mass followed by an evening to reminisce with old friends, family, teachers, nuns, and staff. REGISTER online by June 1 for a reduced ticket price.

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.