Join Watts of Love for an inspiring evening to celebrate Scott Hein and Todd Wilson across the finish line following their incredible 1,000-mile, cross-country fundraising trek. Watts of Love will also be introducing the MOVEment to End Poverty campaign. The evening will begin promptly at 6 PM outside the Moose Lodge to welcome the riders […]
The Downers Grove Historical Society will honor Mary Ellen Young as the 2024 Montrew Dunham Award recipient. This award was established by the Downers Grove Historical Society in 2019 to honor those whose significant service and contributions to the Village of Downers Grove have earned them a place in its history, following in the footsteps […]
Afternoon Tea might appear daunting, but it’s actually a delightful and laid back experience. Julia Stormont Livingston, a Tea Sommelier passionate about all things tea, will guide you through Don’t Spill the Tea, Afternoon Tea Etiquette. This includes understanding the tea table, the art of savoring Afternoon Tea, indulging in a scone with jam and […]
Join us for a fantastic lineup of Hilarious Comics! Comedians Kevin Bozeman, Kristen Toomey, and Abi Sanchez will have you crying with laughter at the Tivoli on Thursday, January 23rd! Kevin Bozeman has appeared on HBO, Comedy Central, The Late Show, CBS, and NBC! Last year, tickets sold out, so get yours early! Get Tickets […]
Marty Acks, an amateur genealogist, local historian, and Board Member of the Downers Grove Historical Society, will present a compelling talk on Israel Blackburn at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, at the Downers Grove Public Library. Join Marty as he explores the remarkable life of Israel Blackburn, tracing his journey from slavery in Kentucky […]
Ben's Memorial Mile is hosting two chip-timed, one-mile road races along with a community festival with live music, kids activities, concessions, raffles, mental-health booths, and much more! We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and all proceeds are donated to mental-health causes. The event honors former Downers Grove resident Ben Silver, who lost his life to schizophrenia […]
