Fair Game - FNM - Magic the Gathering Casual Commander Night
2025-07-11 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event.

There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. There will be no charge for players ages 12 and under who are with a participating adult.

There are no limitations on power level, but folks should bring decks designed for casual, multi-player play.

If you have any questions, please reach out to downersgrove@fairgamestore.com. We also invite you to sign up for our Discord server. You can also sign-up for Magic the Commander email updates here.

Board & Brush - Pick Your Project Workshop
2025-07-11 18:30 - 21:30 | Board and Brush, 5151 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a variety of paint and wood stain colors in the workshop. Pre-registration is required. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Please arrive 10 minutes before your class begins. We will start the workshop promptly at 6:30 pm regardless of attendance.

Board & Brush Downers Grove is a licensed establishment.
Beer and wine are available for purchase in the studio.
Please note, BYOB is not permitted, you are welcome to bring in your own snacks.
Pre-registration is required for each person, please click here to review all of our policies including those pertaining to cancellations.

Two Way Street Coffee House - Open Mic
2025-07-11 20:00 | Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Local musicians it is your turn to perform at the Two Way Street Coffee House!
On Friday, July 11, 2025, Two Way Street Coffee House Friday Night Concert Series will present an open mic.
You can sign up at the venue when doors open at 7:30 pm CT. You are welcome to perform or just listen.
You’ll never know who might pop in to Two Way Street’s OPEN MIC NIGHT! One thing we do know: There will be a great variety of acoustic acts. The show starts at 8pm (CT).
These tend to be a popular event, the number of acts may need to be limited. Each act will present two songs, for a 6 – 10 minute performance.
If you can’t join us in person, you can still tune in virtually to catch the show! Your donation to the event will go to support the Two Way Street Coffee House. To donate or for more information please visit www.twowaystreet.org.

Indian Boundary YMCA Downtown Market
2025-07-12 07:00 - 12:30 | IL
On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on Market Saturdays.

Pinecone Cottage Saturdays are Special!
2025-07-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Pinecone Cottage Tea House, 1029 Burlington Avenue, Downers Grove, Illinois, 60515, United States Minor Outlying Islands
It’s finally that time of the year! The Pinecone Cottage Tea Garden is now open early on Saturdays 9-11am serving Cream Tea which would be 2 PineScones, Devon Crème, Preserves and a Pot of Tea. Saturdays are Special! We’ll see you in the Tea Garden!

Fair Game - Pokémon TCG League
2025-07-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free!
Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as well as have the opportunity to trade cards, swap stories, and discuss all things Pokémon! Staff will be on hand to assist new players who are interested in learning more about the game, including how to play!

The event will start at 10 AM and run to 12 PM. There’s no need to show up at exactly 10 AM, nor does everyone need to stay to 12 PM. Drop in, stay as long as you like, and have fun!
Admission to this casual event is free.
While many players get excited about bringing their cards to the event, please note that there is no need to bring all of your cards. Most participants bring a small binder and a deck or two to play with.
If you are interest in learning how to play the game, we will have staff on hand that will be able to assist you. Players should bring a 60-card deck that follows the Pokémon deckbuilding rules. If you don’t have a deck, don’t worry! We have several available for purchase in the store!

If you have any questions, please reach out to fairgamestore@gmail.com!

Pinecone Cottage Tea House - French Picnic Afternoon Tea
2025-07-12 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Pinecone Cottage Tea House, 1029 Burlington Avenue, Downers Grove, Illinois, 60515, United States Minor Outlying Islands
The charming, peaceful vibe of Vendays-Montalivet, located in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is precisely what I yearn for, a cozy beach cottage in Southwestern France. The soothing sound of the waves, our toes in the sand, and the gentle breeze on our faces as we strolled along the pristine beaches surrounded by lush, enchanting pine forests was incredibly calming and grounding. My goal for this French Picnic Afternoon Tea is to recreate the serene days, the enchanting atmosphere, and the delicious cuisine we enjoyed during that unforgettable week.

Chef Pam
Afternoon Tea Served by Reservation Only
Age Requirement 13 yrs+
Three Course Prix Fixe Afternoon Tea | 57
Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian or Vegan Options | 62
BYOB Wine or Beer | 10 per bottle
Recommended Teas
Loose Tea – Mixed Berry-Cherry Compote
Iced Tea – Sweet Rhubarb Lemonade | 5
Teatail – Lemon Balm-Mint French 75 | 7
Garden Lemon Balm, Mint, Black Ceylon Loose Tea, Lemon and Orange Syrup, Nonalcoholic Champagne
Beginnings
French Potato Picnic Salad with Buttermilk-Gruyère Bread
Savories and PineScones
French Chicken Salad on Rosemary Focaccia Tea Sandwich
Ham-Black Olive-Chevre-Egg and Honey Pizzette
Brie-Melon-Chive on Walnut Bread Tea Sandwich
French Radish Picnic Tea Sandwich
Glazed Strawberry-Blueberry PineScone with Vanilla Devon Crème and Mixed Berry Preserves
Sweet Endings
Shortbread Lemon Tart
Semisweet Chocolate Mousse
Biscoff Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
Pinecone Cottage Weekend Afternoon Tea and Teatorial Policy
Pinecone Cottage is now taking Weekend Afternoon Tea and Event reservations on our website. Using the reservations tab, make a date and time selection, and conveniently purchase tickets through your PayPal account or as a PayPal guest. Afternoon Tea reservations are non-refundable; however, they can be transferred to a later date. For Weekday Afternoon Tea reservations, please call 630.963.9130.
$57.00 – $62.00

Board & Brush - Afternoon Arts & Crafts - Pick Your Project Workshop - Ages 10+ Welcome
2025-07-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Board and Brush, 5151 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a variety of paint and wood stain colors in the workshop. Pre-registration is required. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Please arrive 10 minutes before your class begins. We will start the workshop promptly at 1 pm regardless of attendance.

Board & Brush Downers Grove is a licensed establishment.
Beer and wine are available for purchase in the studio.
Please note, BYOB is not permitted, you are welcome to bring in your own snacks.
Pre-registration is required for each person, please click here to review all of our policies including those pertaining to cancellations.

Fair Game - Magic the Gathering - Final Fantasy Chocobo Racing Draft Series
2025-07-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
We’re off to the Gold Saucer, Magic players!
Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove every Saturday evening from June 14th – July 19th for the Chocobo Racing Draft Series!
Chocobo Racing Events are weekly booster draft events based on the Final Fantasy VII mini-game, Chocobo Racing. Players will earn points that accumulate every time they attend to reach special rewards just for this event.
Fair Game will be hosting weekly booster drafts for this event. Each week, players will receive three Final Fantasy Play Booster packs, 50 minutes to draft and build a 40-card deck, and then play a three-round Swiss tournament. A prize pack pool of two Play Boosters per player will also be available; each player will receive one pack with additional packs awarded to players based on their final standings in the tournament.
Players must sign up each week to receive points. Preregistration is not required but always encouraged. Click here to register

Fair Game - Disney Lorcana Reign of Jafar Casual League Play
2025-07-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
The Great Illuminary beckons!
Join us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Reign of Jafar!
League Play is great for new players, casual players, and collectors alike, emphasizing fun, casual play and community building over competition. Participants collect points, win or lose, by participating in Disney Lorcana matches (best 2 of 3), as well as by completing various Disney- and Lorcana-themed achievements during matches. Prizes are awarded to most or all League participants, with top players receiving a small additional bonus, including, but not limited to, booster packs for the latest Lorcana set!
League Structure:
This League Season will be played over three four-week Rounds:

Round 1: Sunday, June 8th – Sunday, June 29th
Round 2: Sunday, July 6th – Sunday, July 27th
Round 3: Sunday, August 3rd – Sunday, August 24th

At the end of each Round promo cards and pins will be awarded to most, if not all, participants. After all three Rounds are complete, Season awards and remaining Round prizes will be awarded.
Cost:
There is a weekly participation fee of $5 per participant
Prizing:
Sign-up Prize: Pull the Lever! promo card
Bonus Weekly Prize: Vanellope von Schweetz Deck Box (1 box awarded per week)
Booster Packs: Every 10 points earned through League play earns the participant a Booster Pack from Reign of Jafar (Note: League points are tracked per player; points cannot be combined or transferred between players)
End of Round Prizes (available for participants who earn at least 3 League Points at the end of each Round of League play): Lady – Decisive Dog, Aladdin – Vigilant Guard, and Patch – Playful Pup promo cards, Captain Hook – The Pirate King and Into the Unknown promo pins
End of Season Prizes (available for participants who earned the most League points and/or at least 12 or more League points): Amethyst Ink promo pin, Rapunzel – High Climber Lore Counter
Earning Points:
Points can be earned a variety of ways! Learn how here!
If you have any questions, please reach out to fairgamestore@gmail.com!

Ballydoyle Presents Irish & Bluegrass Sundays
2025-07-13 17:00 - 19:30 | Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant, 5157 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515

Board & Brush - Summer Break DIY - Kids, Teens, and Adults Welcome!
2025-07-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Board and Brush, 5151 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Welcome! Select a wood project from the available options in our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece of decor. Choose from a variety of stain and paint colors in the workshop. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Pre-registration is required for each person, please click here to review all of our policies including those pertaining to cancellations.

Fair Game - Star Wars X-Wing Meetup
2025-07-14 17:30 - 21:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event.
Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance’s community-driven balances.
If you have any questions, please reach out to downersgrove@fairgamestore.com. We also invite you to sign up for our Discord server and our X-Wing Facebook group. You can also sign-up for X-Wing email updates here.

Fair Game - Star Wars Unlimited Casual Premier Tournament
2025-07-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Beginners and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Newer players should have a basic understanding of the rules of play. We will either play a 3-round Swiss Tournament event; each round is a best-of-3 match or have a Casual Play with Promos depending on participation.
Tournament events are $10 entry; each player wins a Weekly Play pack as a prize at least one Shadows of the Galaxy pack for playing, and potentially additional packs for having a winning record.
Depending on event attendance, we may choose to change the event to Casual Play instead of a tournament. Casual Play is $5 entry and each player receives a Weekly Play pack for participation. Participants will need to bring their own decks designed for casual play.
Seats are limited, so preregistration is important.

Fair Game - Games Workshop Miniatures Night
2025-07-15 17:30 - 21:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event.
There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. There will be no charge for players ages 12 and under who are with a participating adult.
We will set-up the store for both Warhammer 40k 9th Edition and Warhammer Age of Sigmar 3rd Edition.
If you have any questions, please reach out to fairgamestore@gmail.com. We also invite you to sign up for our Discord server. You can also sign-up for Games Workshop email updates here.

Anderson's Bookshop Presents Morgan Ryan
2025-07-15 18:00 | Anderson’s Bookshop, 5112 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Morgan Ryan

Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Morgan Ryan, to celebrate the release of her newest book, A Resistance of Witches, on Tuesday, July 15th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store.

Event Format
We will begin checking you in approximately 30 minutes before the start time. After a presentation and Q&A with the author, the line will form in numbered order with the following guidelines:

Posed photo with your camera taken by our staff
There is a limit of 2 books from home to be signed (unless otherwise stated)
There is a limit of 1 personalization of the new book only (unless otherwise stated)

All events have open seating. The “Order Line Number” on your pdf ticket is your reserved place in the signing line. You will line up to meet the author based on that number.
If you cannot attend, you must pick up your book (if included with ticket) at the hosting store within 30 days of the event. We can ship that book to you for an additional charge of $9.99; please call the store to arrange that.
Pre-registration is required for this event because space is limited.

More about A Resistance of Witches:
“Historical fantasy at its absolute best.” —Alexis Henderson author of The Year of the Witching
“A witchy war-time delight!” —Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Briar Club
As World War II rages around her, a witch abandoned by her coven must journey to find a book of unspeakable power before it lands in Nazi hands
Stubborn, plain-spoken and from an unimpressive family, Lydia Polk never expected to be accepted into the Royal Academy of Witches. Now, with Hitler’s army rampaging across Europe, the witches of Britain have joined the war effort, and Lydia is key to the cause: she must use her magic to track down magical relics before Hitler and his sycophants can. When a Nazi witch infiltrates the Academy with heart-breaking consequences, the coven is left shaken, exposed and divided. The elder British witches have no interest in further loss of coven life in service of a government that has forced them into hiding for decades, no matter the consequences to the world. But with the discovery of the Grimorium Bellum, an ancient book that leaves a trail of death and destruction wherever it goes, Lydia knows her mission has never been more urgent.
Alone and woefully outnumbered, Lydia makes her way to the heart of occupied France, where she finds allies in Rebecca Gagne—a fierce French resistance fighter chockful of secrets—and Henry Boudreaux—a handsome Haitian-American art historian with a little magic of his own. Together, they traverse the country, stalked by the natural and supernatural alike, in search of the grimoire. But, as Lydia soon discovers, finding the book is only half the battle—the Grimorium Bellum has a dark agenda all its own. Lydia must subdue it before the Witches of the Third Reich can use it—but she’ll have to survive the book herself, first.
About the Author:
Morgan Ryan is the author of stories born from a lifelong love of magic, a fixation on historical minutiae that borders on the obsessive, and a tendency to fall down rabbit-holes. She was raised in a family of writers in upstate New York, and received her degree in theatre performance from Northeastern University. She now lives in Chicago with her husband. A Resistance of Witches is her first novel.

Fair Game - Open Painting Night
2025-07-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community.
We will have a selection of paints, brushes, glue, and other supplies available to attendees, and even more available for purchase. You are also invited to bring along your own supplies.
While this is not a painting “class,” it is a great way to get started with miniatures painting with light guidance from a Fair Game staff member.
There is a $5 admission fee for this event.
If you have any questions, please reach out to downersgrove@fairgamestore.com. We also invite you to sign up for our Discord server. You can also sign-up for miniatures painting email updates here.

Downers Grove Park District Summer Concert Series - 90's Pop Nation
2025-07-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
KICK BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY FREE LIVE MUSIC ALL SUMMER LONG AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PAVILION IN FISHEL PARK!
The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings June 3 through August 12 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies.
Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6pm each Tuesday. Music will play between 7 and 8:30pm. Fishel Park is located at 1036 Grove Street in Downers Grove.
Download the 2025 Lineup

2025 Summer Concert Series Lineup

Concert Date

Band

June 3
One Night Band

June 10
Brass from the Past

June 17
The Prissillas

June 24
Kaleidoscope Eyes

July 1
Anchors Away

July 8
No Turn On Red

July 15
90’s Pop Nation

July 22
Wild Daisy

July 29
The Hat Guys

August 5
The Wayouts

August 12
Valius

Ballydoyle - Trivia Night
2025-07-15 20:00 | Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant, 5157 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515
About the Event

Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights at the pub with host Tim Dite! Prize is awarded to the top team each week! 8PM start.

Tivoli Theatre - Wednesday Morning Movie Series
2025-07-16 10:00 | Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove, IL, 60515
See family movies all summer long on Wednesday mornings for $2 (*plus applicable tax.). Get reserved seating tickets online (no convenience fee!) or at the theatre. Doors open at 9 AM for entertainment and games. Showtime begins at 10 AM.
SENSORY-FRIENDLY SCREENINGS
All locations will have a Wednesday morning auditorium dedicated for guests who may need more freedom than a traditional cinema setting allows. With the lights turned up and sound turned down, you can talk and move around, which can be helpful for young families or guests with special needs.
GROUP RESERVATIONS
Group reservations for 20 or more are back! Reservations must include admission with reserved seating and a kiddie combo (popcorn, juice box or kiddie drink and a fruit snack) for $8 (*plus applicable tax.). 2025 WMMS Group Reservation Form
MOVIE LINEUP
6/4 The Day the Earth Blew Up: Looney Tunes (PG)
6/11 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (PG)
6/18 The Wild Robot (PG)
6/25 Transformers One (PG)
7/9 Shrek 2 (PG)
7/16 The Garfield Movie (PG)
7/23 Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG)
7/30 Despicable Me 4 (PG)
8/6 Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG)

Fair Game - Magic the Gathering Casual Commander Night
2025-07-16 17:30 - 21:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event.

There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. There will be no charge for players ages 12 and under who are with a participating adult.

There are no limitations on power level, but folks should bring decks designed for casual, multi-player play.

If you have any questions, please reach out to downersgrove@fairgamestore.com. We also invite you to sign up for our Discord server. You can also sign-up for Magic the Commander email updates here.

Tivoli Bowl - Karaoke
2025-07-16 18:00 - 22:00 | Tivoli Bowl, 938 Warren Avenue, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Tivoli Bowl is calling all singers of all ages and ability to do battle! Every Wednesday night (next on Wednesday, July 16th) from 6pm-10pm in the Tivoli Bowl game room, your karaoke host, Larry Eisner, leads a weekly contest for food, drink, and bowling prizes! NO COST for entry in the weekly contests! Be serious or silly, be a great singer or terrible, but most of all, have FUN! As always, food and drink are available at our counter. Weekly winners are invited to our Quarterly Championship Karaoke Battle, to compete for a CASH PRIZE! Visit our counter for details!

Board & Brush - Weeknight DIY! Come create something beautiful with us! Pick Your Project Workshop
2025-07-16 18:30 - 21:30 | Board and Brush, 5151 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States

Ballydoyle - Open Mic Night
2025-07-16 20:00 | Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant, 5157 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515
About the Event

Come down to the pub every Wednesday night to showcase your musical talents at our Open Mic Night! Featuring new host and longtime participant Chad Gemkow! Sign-up begins at 8 PM.

Tivoli Theatre - Alphabet Soup Presents Beauty and the Beast
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove, IL, 60515
An original adaptation of the beloved classic! This fairy tale tells the story of a courageous girl named Bella as she sets off to save her father from the Beast’s castle. With the help of some enchanted characters, Bella and the Beast learn that true beauty comes from within. Don’t miss this magical musical that reminds us all that beauty is more than skin deep.
Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, Music & Dance, Bravery, Relationships and Family​
Recommended: Preschool-4th Grade
Running Time: 65 minutes

Fair Game - Star Wars Legion Casual Meetup
2025-07-17 17:30 - 21:00 | Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event.

There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. There will be no charge for players ages 12 and under who are with a participating adult.
Players should bring a 500 pt Skirmish Army, and may optionally bring enough additional models to field an 800 pt Standard Army. These army lists should use the official army building rules on page 5 of the Rules Reference Guide, available on the Atomic Mass Games website. You will be paired up at the event with others who brought similarly sized forces.
If you have any questions, please reach out to downersgrove@fairgamestore.com. We also invite you to join our Discord Server and sign up for Legion email updates.

Anderson's Bookshop - Banned Book Club
2025-07-17 18:00 | Anderson’s Bookshop, 5112 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Banned Book Club

Join us in Downers Grove for our monthly Banned Book Club! Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, July 17th at 6:00 pm, and we will be discussing Maus. This will be a free event, but we highly encourage the purchase of the monthly book from our store. Please note that the author will not be present at this event.
To celebrate the 1-year anniversary of the Banned Book Club, this event will be moderated by author Kirsten Miller.
More about Maus:
The bestselling first installment of the graphic novel acclaimed as “the most affecting and successful narrative ever done about the Holocaust” (Wall Street Journal) and “the first masterpiece in comic book history” (The New Yorker) • PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • One of Variety’s “Banned and Challenged Books Everyone Should Read”
A brutally moving work of art—widely hailed as the greatest graphic novel ever written—Maus recounts the chilling experiences of the author’s father during the Holocaust, with Jews drawn as wide-eyed mice and Nazis as menacing cats.
Maus is a haunting tale within a tale, weaving the author’s account of his tortured relationship with his aging father into an astonishing retelling of one of history’s most unspeakable tragedies. It is an unforgettable story of survival and a disarming look at the legacy of trauma.

About the Author:
ART SPIEGELMAN is one of the world’s most admired and beloved comic artists, best known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning Holocaust narrative, Maus. Born in Stockholm in 1948, Spiegelman began studying cartooning in high school and drawing professionally at age sixteen. He studied art and philosophy at Harpur College before joining the underground comics movement in the 1960s. Spiegelman taught history and the aesthetics of comics at the School of Visual Arts in New York from 1979 to 1986, and in 1980 he founded RAW, the acclaimed avant-garde comics magazine, with his wife, Françoise Mouly. Honors Spiegelman has received include induction into the Will Eisner Hall of Fame and the Art Director’s Club Hall of Fame. In 2005, he was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. He was made an Officier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2007, and in 2011 he was awarded the Grand Prix at the Angoulême International Comics Festival. In 2015, he was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and in 2018 he became the first comic artist to receive the Edward MacDowell Medal. His art has been exhibited at museums throughout the world, including the Pompidou Center in Paris, the Ludwig Museum in Cologne, the Vancouver Art Gallery, the Jewish Museum in New York City, and the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art.

Happy Dog Barkery - Open Farm Gently Cooked Demo
2025-07-18 10:00 | Happy Dog Barkery, 5118 Main Street, Downers grove, IL, 60515
Join Happy Dog Barkery as they welcome Open Farm for a gently cooked demo on July 18 – 19, 2025. Visit their website for additional information.
