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SUMMARY:Board & Brush - Pick Your Project Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\nLooking 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!\n\nPlease arrive 10 minutes before your class begins. We will start the workshop promptly at 6:30 pm regardless of attendance.\n\nBoard & Brush Downers Grove is a licensed establishment.\nBeer and wine are available for purchase in the studio.\nPlease note\, BYOB is not permitted\, you are welcome to bring in your own snacks.\n\nPre-registration is required for each person\, please click here to review all of our policies including those pertaining to cancellations. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/board-brush-pick-your-project-workshop-98/
LOCATION:Board and Brush\, 5151 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Two Way Street Coffee House - Crowes Pasture
DESCRIPTION:Two Way Street Coffee House is Chicagoland’s most beloved folk and acoustic music venue\, presenting weekly concerts and community events for over 50 years!  The show starts at 8pm (CT) and the doors open at 7:30pm. (Suggested donation $10).  We will also host this concert virtually.  You may access the livestream on www.twowaystreet.org\, on our Facebook page or on our YouTube channel. \nOn Friday\, October 10\, 2025 Two Way Street Coffee House Friday Night Concert Series presents Crowes Pasture. \nMonique Byrne and Andy Rogovin perform moving and inspirational songs that are sometimes joyful\, sometimes wistful\, and oftentimes\, poignant\, and that reflect a mutual passion for life\, family and humanity. Their intimately blended vocal harmonies are mixed with an expressive and unique instrumental style that is best described as “a banjo-guitar romance.” Crowes Pasture’s style of intimate and soulful folk transports and connects listeners through universal experiences in their “skillfully crafted\, emotional songwriting” (Chris Eastburn\, award-winning composer). \nCrowes Pasture has made waves with two EPs and three full-length albums in just six-years time.  Their CD\, “Slow It Down”\, was released in June 2019 at the legendary Club Passim. Since its release\, the title track earned Crowes Pasture a #1 song\, and the album debuted at #5 on the Folk Alliance International Charts. Since the release of their first album\, “Edge of America\,” the duo has had eight Top 10 Songs on the Folk Charts\, including “Take Back the Red White and Blue” (January 2022)\, their cover of Mary Gauthier’s “Mercy Now” (June 2019)\, and the timely and topical song\, “Quarantine” (January 2021). \nOver the past few years\, Crowes Pasture has performed at a number of renowned east coast music venues including Club Passim\, Shalin Liu Performance Center\, Rockwood Music Hall\, The Bull Run\, and Circle of Friends Coffeehouse and has been a supporting act for The Small Glories and The Kennedys. The duo has been twice honored with nominations as “Roots Act of the Year” by the New England Music Awards (2019 and 2022) and as “Americana Artist of the Year” by the Boston Music Awards (2019). They were named finalists for Best Group/Duo in the 2020 International Acoustic Music Awards\, and for Best Group/Duo in the 2021 IAMAs\, for their song “A Virtue and a Call”. The duo has toured recently throughout Southern Ontario and Quebec\, and is currently recording their third full length album with award-winning producer Eric Lichter of Dirt Floor Studios. \nThe duo takes its name from the salt marsh and tidal flats known as Crowes Pasture\, hidden away on the north side of Cape Cod\, where the ocean tides recede twice a day to reveal intricate patterns on the shifting sands. This recurring cycle of creation and discovery evokes their own musical journey. \nIf you can’t join us in person\, you can still tune in virtually to catch the show! Make your donation HERE to Crowes Pasture. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/two-way-street-coffee-house-crowes-pasture/
LOCATION:Two Way Street Coffee House\, 1047 Curtiss St\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Indian Boundary YMCA Downtown Market
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/indian-boundary-ymca-downtown-market-69/
LOCATION:IL
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T110000
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SUMMARY:Pinecone Cottage Saturdays are Special!
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/pinecone-cottage-saturdays-are-special-21/
LOCATION:Pinecone Cottage Tea House\, 1029 Burlington Avenue\, Downers Grove\, Illinois\, 60515\, United States Minor Outlying Islands
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SUMMARY:Board & Brush - Mini Projects - Kids\, Teens\, and Adults Welcome!
DESCRIPTION:Pressed for time? Join us for a mini-sign workshop! Select a design from the available options. 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!\nBoard & Brush Downers Grove is a licensed establishment.\nBeer and wine are available for purchase in the studio.\nPlease note\, BYOB is not permitted\, you are welcome to bring in your own snacks.\n\nPre-registration is required for each person\, please click here to review all of our policies including those pertaining to cancellations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/board-brush-mini-projects-kids-teens-and-adults-welcome-2/
LOCATION:Board and Brush\, 5151 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fair Game - Pokémon TCG League
DESCRIPTION: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! \nParticipants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokemon 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! \n\nThe 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!\nAdmission to this casual event is free.\nWhile 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.\nIf 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!\n\nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to fairgamestore@gmail.com! \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-pokemon-tcg-league-164/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Happy Dog Barkery - CILRA Lab Rescue
DESCRIPTION:Join Happy Dog Barkery as they welcome CILRA Lab Rescue on Saturday\, October 11th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/happy-dog-barkery-cilra-lab-rescue-13/
LOCATION:Happy Dog Barkery\, 5118 Main Street\, Downers grove\, IL\, 60515
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SUMMARY:Pinecone Cottage Tea House - A Taste of Normandy Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Normandy\, France enchants with its dramatic coastline\, rich history\, and unforgettable cuisine. The region’s culinary soul is captured in the “Four C’s”: camembert cheese\, cream\, cider\, and Calvados—each a testament to its rich agricultural heritage. Our journey to Normandy centered around the awe-inspiring Mont Saint Michel Abbey\, a Gothic Style Benedictine masterpiece perched on the tidal island of Mont Saint Michel. It is known for its historic role as a major pilgrimage site dedicated to Archangel Michael. The three days we spent immersed in this magical setting inspired an autumnal menu that celebrates Normandy’s bounty. Apples take center stage\, woven through dishes that highlight the region’s iconic ingredients and evoke the flavors of fall.\nChef Pam \nAfternoon Tea Served by Reservation Only\nAge Requirement 13 yrs +\nThree Course Prix Fixe Afternoon Tea | 62\nGluten Free\, Dairy Free\, Vegetarian or Vegan Options | 67\nPrice Includes 20% Gratuity\nBYOB Wine or Beer | 10 per bottle \nRecommended Teas\nLoose Tea – Pear-Vanilla-Ginger\nBeverage – Spiced Normandy Cider | 5\nApple Streusel Loose Tea\, Honey\, Cinnamon\, Nutmeg\, Lemon\, Apple Cider\nTeatail – Apple Ginger Fizz | 7\nSparkling Apple Cider\, Apple Streusel Loose Tea\, Ginger Beer\, Lemon Syrup \nBeginnings\nNormandy French Onion Soup with Date-Nut Mini Muffins \nSavories and PineScones\nChicken Salad Normandy Tea Sandwich\nCamembert-Egg-Caper Grilled Tea Sandwich\nPotatoes Dauphinoise Puff Pastry Bite\nCabbage-Leek-Carrot Tea Canape\nPear-Almond-Apricot PineScone with Almond Devon Crème and Apricot Preserves \nSweet Endings\nApple Tarte Normande\nTeurgoule Rice Pudding\nPear-Pumpkin Cheesecake Bar \nPinecone Cottage Weekend Afternoon Tea and Teatorial Policy\nPinecone 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. For Weekday Afternoon Tea reservations\, please call 630.963.9130. Afternoon Tea reservations are non-refundable; however\, they can be transferred to a later date. \n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/pinecone-cottage-tea-house-a-taste-of-normandy-afternoon-tea/
LOCATION:Pinecone Cottage Tea House\, 1029 Burlington Avenue\, Downers Grove\, Illinois\, 60515\, United States Minor Outlying Islands
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SUMMARY:Fair Game - Magic the Gathering - Friendly Neighborhood Draft
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Friendly Neighborhood Draft \nMagic Presents: Friendly Neighborhood Draft is a special in-store Magic event series\, running through November 13\, 2025. It spotlights the Pick-Two Draft format—a streamlined\, four-player drafting experience ideal for small groups and casual play. This event series features the Magic: The Gathering | Marvel’s Spider-Man set and is great for introducing players to the format while making drafting fast\, friendly\, and accessible. \nUnlike traditional eight-player drafts\, Pick-Two Drafts allow each player to select two cards per pick\, reducing the number of participants needed while maintaining strategic depth and fun. Games are played in pods with a minimum of four players. If more players join in the pods will be formed as follows: \n\n3–7 players: 1 pod\n8–11 players: 2 pods\n12–15 players: 3 pods\nEtc.\n\n \nPlayers then compete in a two round Swiss tournament. The undefeated (2–0) player(s) from each pod will receive the event promo card “Ultimate Green Goblin” (while supplies last). \nDon’t miss out on your chance to join us for this exciting new way to draft with friends. Reserve a seat today! \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-magic-the-gathering-friendly-neighborhood-draft-2/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fair Game - Heavy Cardboard Night
DESCRIPTION:Heavy Cardboard night is a special board gaming event! Running from 6 PM all the way until midnight\, attendees grab their favorite chunky board games to share with the community. Some folks bring games from home to introduce to others\, while others simply show up eager to learn something new. \nPREREGISTRATION IS IMPORTANT. These events historically sell out\, so make sure to register as soon as you can! \nPREREGISTER HERE\nAdditional Information\n\nParticipants must be ages 14+. Participants under the age of 18 attend the event in tandem with an adult throughout the duration of the event.\nWe will be making an attempt to coordinate specific games and groups via the #board-games channel on the Fair Game Discord Server. If you’re not already a member\, you’re invited to join the conversation!\nFor the purposes of the event\, “heavy cardboard” generally refers to games that take over an hour to play. (Although that’s not necessarily a requirement; we enjoy playing all sorts of game during the event!)\n\nReach out to downersgrove@fairgamestore.com if you have additional questions about the event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-heavy-cardboard-night-7/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Board & Brush - Pick Your Project Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nPlease arrive 10 minutes before your class begins. We will start the workshop promptly at 6:30 pm regardless of attendance.\n\nBoard & Brush Downers Grove is a licensed establishment.\nBeer and wine are available for purchase in the studio.\nPlease note\, BYOB is not permitted\, you are welcome to bring in your own snacks.\nPre-registration is required for each person\, please click here to review all of our policies including those pertaining to cancellations. \nProjects with this symbol have optional upgrades\nProjects with this symbol have additional fees due to national labor and material price increases\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/board-brush-pick-your-project-workshop-99/
LOCATION:Board and Brush\, 5151 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T190000
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CREATED:20250916T203711Z
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SUMMARY:Two Way Street Coffee House - Old Time Barn Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Plank Road Folk Music Society and the Two Way Street Coffee House invite you to join us for an old time barn dance on October 11\, 2025 at 7pm CT. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Plank Road String Band celebrates a form of music and dance that has endured for centuries. These dances\, and the music that accompanies them\, bring people together in a family-friendly environment. The simple joy of joining together and sharing this old-time tradition will bring a smile to your face — while providing a welcome break from the routines of our busy lives. \nENJOY a fun-filled evening of music and dancing for the entire family! The Plank Road String Band will provide lively music\, and a caller will walk you through all the dances at our No Experience Necessary Old Time Barn Dance–squares\, lines\, reels\, waltzes\, and more! Tables will be set up around the edge of the room for visiting with friends and enjoying music between dances. Our dances are informal\, with no costumes needed—in fact\, you don’t even have to bring a partner! \nCome watch. Come listen. Come dance! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/two-way-street-coffee-house-old-time-barn-dance/
LOCATION:Two Way Street Coffee House\, 1047 Curtiss St\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ballydoyle - Sorry For Partying
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n\n\n\nSorry For Partying has high energy\, fantastic musicianship\, and a music catalog covering multiple decades and all your favorite genres. These are the qualities that have shaped Sorry For Partying into one of the Midwest’s premier cover bands. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/ballydoyle-sorry-for-partying/
LOCATION:Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant\, 5157 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T190000
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SUMMARY:Fair Game - Star Wars Legion Store Championship
DESCRIPTION:“Here’s some money; Go see a Star War.”\n– Lucille Bluth\, Arrested Development \nFair Game Downers Grove is hosting a Star Wars Legion Store Championship Tournament on Sunday\, October 12 from 9am to 7pm. See details below for tournament structure and more information. \nPreregistration is important for this event\, as it is likely to sell out. \nThe Star Wars Legion Store Championship is a 3-round tournament. We will be using the official Atomic Mass Games Store tournament event kit for prizes. \nEach participant will receive a promo card and a Free Venue Fee Voucher for a future Legion weeknight event. More prizes will be awarded based on placement in the tournament. In addition\, prizes will be awarded to the Best Painted Squad. \nPlayers need to bring a standard 1000 pt army using all the rules on the Atomic Mass Games website. We will allow the Customizable Jedi and Customizable Super Tactical Droid units\, as their cards have been publicized. Players will need to register on Longshanks in advance of the event. Direct any questions to the tournament organizers on the Fair Game Discord or to downersgrove@fairgamestore.com. \nEvent Schedule\n8:45 Check In\n9:15 Opening Remarks\n9:30 Round 1 Begins\n12:00 Round 1 Ends\, break for Lunch\n1:00 Round 2 Begins\n3:30 Round 2 Ends\n3:45 Round 3 Begins\n6:15 Round 3 Ends\n6:30 Closing Remarks and Prizes \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-star-wars-legion-store-championship-2/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20250929T205130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T205145Z
UID:14067-1760266800-1760274000@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Pinecone Cottage Tea House - A Taste of Normandy Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Normandy\, France enchants with its dramatic coastline\, rich history\, and unforgettable cuisine. The region’s culinary soul is captured in the “Four C’s”: camembert cheese\, cream\, cider\, and Calvados—each a testament to its rich agricultural heritage. Our journey to Normandy centered around the awe-inspiring Mont Saint Michel Abbey\, a Gothic Style Benedictine masterpiece perched on the tidal island of Mont Saint Michel. It is known for its historic role as a major pilgrimage site dedicated to Archangel Michael. The three days we spent immersed in this magical setting inspired an autumnal menu that celebrates Normandy’s bounty. Apples take center stage\, woven through dishes that highlight the region’s iconic ingredients and evoke the flavors of fall.\nChef Pam \nAfternoon Tea Served by Reservation Only\nAge Requirement 13 yrs +\nThree Course Prix Fixe Afternoon Tea | 62\nGluten Free\, Dairy Free\, Vegetarian or Vegan Options | 67\nPrice Includes 20% Gratuity\nBYOB Wine or Beer | 10 per bottle \nRecommended Teas\nLoose Tea – Pear-Vanilla-Ginger\nBeverage – Spiced Normandy Cider | 5\nApple Streusel Loose Tea\, Honey\, Cinnamon\, Nutmeg\, Lemon\, Apple Cider\nTeatail – Apple Ginger Fizz | 7\nSparkling Apple Cider\, Apple Streusel Loose Tea\, Ginger Beer\, Lemon Syrup \nBeginnings\nNormandy French Onion Soup with Date-Nut Mini Muffins \nSavories and PineScones\nChicken Salad Normandy Tea Sandwich\nCamembert-Egg-Caper Grilled Tea Sandwich\nPotatoes Dauphinoise Puff Pastry Bite\nCabbage-Leek-Carrot Tea Canape\nPear-Almond-Apricot PineScone with Almond Devon Crème and Apricot Preserves \nSweet Endings\nApple Tarte Normande\nTeurgoule Rice Pudding\nPear-Pumpkin Cheesecake Bar \nPinecone Cottage Weekend Afternoon Tea and Teatorial Policy\nPinecone 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. For Weekday Afternoon Tea reservations\, please call 630.963.9130. Afternoon Tea reservations are non-refundable; however\, they can be transferred to a later date.
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/pinecone-cottage-tea-house-a-taste-of-normandy-afternoon-tea-2/
LOCATION:Pinecone Cottage Tea House\, 1029 Burlington Avenue\, Downers Grove\, Illinois\, 60515\, United States Minor Outlying Islands
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T170000
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UID:14151-1760274000-1760288400@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Fair Game - Disney Lorcana Fabled Casual League Play
DESCRIPTION:The Great Illuminary beckons! \nJoin us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play\, featuring the newest set: Fabled \nLeague 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! \nLeague Structure: \nThis League Season will be played over three four-week Rounds: \n\nRound 1: Sunday\, September 7th – Sunday\, September 28th\nRound 2: Sunday\, October 5th – Sunday\, October 26th\nRound 3: Sunday\, November 2nd – Sunday\, November 23rd\n\nAt 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. \nCost: \nThere is a weekly participation fee of $5 per participant \nPrizing: \n\nSign-up Prize: The Queen – Conceited Ruler promo card\nBonus Weekly Prize: Goofy – Set for Adventure Deck Box (1 box awarded per week)\nBooster Packs: Every 10 points earned through League play earns the participant a Booster Pack from Fabled (Note: League points are tracked per player; points cannot be combined or transferred between players)\nEnd of Round Prizes (available for participants who earn at least 3 League Points at the end of each Round of League play): Cursed Merfolk – Ursula’s Handiwork\, Strength of a Raging Fire\, and Sisu – Daring Visitor Promo Cards\, Lilo – Best Explorer Ever\, Aurora – Holding Court\, and Gaston – Intellectual Powerhouse Promo Pins\nEnd of Season Prizes (available for participants who earned the most League points and/or at least 12 or more League points): Emerald Ink promo pin\, Circle of Life Lore Counter\n\nEarning Points: \nPoints can be earned a variety of ways! Learn how here! \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to fairgamestore@gmail.com! \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-disney-lorcana-fabled-casual-league-play-2/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251001T203006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T203006Z
UID:14113-1760288400-1760288400@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Ballydoyle - Gavin Coyle
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n\n\n\nNorthern Ireland produces great musicians! Here’s one of them… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/ballydoyle-gavin-coyle-2/
LOCATION:Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant\, 5157 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20250916T185126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T185323Z
UID:13907-1760292000-1760299200@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Two Way Street Coffee House - Nordic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Connections at Two Way Street Coffee House invites you to experience the richness of music and dance from around the world\, right here in our community. Each event in the series showcases the traditions\, rhythms\, and stories of diverse cultures\, offering audiences a chance to listen\, learn\, and share in the joy of artistic expression. From spirited folk dances to soulful songs\, these gatherings celebrate the beauty of global traditions while fostering connection and friendship close to home. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEW! Nordic Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us for Nordic Dance and Music!\nCome experience the joy of Scandinavian dance and live music on the second Sunday of each month at the Two Way Street Coffee House\, 1047 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL 60515. \nWe’ll begin the evening at 6 pm with an hour of easy\, welcoming community dances\, and no partner is needed—just bring your enthusiasm!  Soon after 7 pm\, we’ll move to an advanced format to support those already experienced in pols\, polska and springar type turning dances.  $5 donation.  Thank you for bringing your water bottle. \nDancing is led by Roo Lester\, a knowledgeable and engaging teacher known for her clear\, upbeat style. Whether you’re new to Nordic dance or have experience\, Roo makes everyone feel welcome with her fun and easy-to-follow instruction\, blending technique\, styling\, and cultural background. \nEnjoy live music coordinated by Mary Allsopp and friends\, bringing the spirit of Scandinavian folk traditions to life. \n\nSunday\, October 12\, 2025 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm\nSunday\, November 9\, 2025 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm\nSunday\, December 14\, 2025 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm\nSunday\, January 11\, 2026 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm\nSunday\, February 8\, 2026 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm\nSunday\, March 8\, 2026 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm\nSunday\, April 12\, 2026 – 6:00 to 8:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/two-way-street-coffee-house-nordic-dance/
LOCATION:Two Way Street Coffee House\, 1047 Curtiss St\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251003T181958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T181958Z
UID:14152-1760376600-1760389200@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Fair Game - Star Wars X-Wing Meetup
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n \nFair 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. \nPilots 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. \nIf 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-star-wars-x-wing-meetup-47/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251003T182749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T182804Z
UID:14155-1760378400-1760389200@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Fair Game - Star Wars Unlimited Weekly Casual Play
DESCRIPTION:Beginners and experienced players alike are invited to join us for our Star Wars Unlimited Weekly Casual Play. Newer players should have a basic understanding of the rules of play\, but our staff is on-hand to answer questions. \nWe are equipped to host events of any format\, whether Premier\, Twin Suns\, Constructed\, or Sealed. Through our Star Wars Unlimited Discord server\, we give our community the opportunity to coordinate and decide among themselves what types of events they’d like to participate in any given week. Visit www.fairgamestore.com to join our Discord! \nOur pricing guide for events is as follows: \n\n$5 – Casual Play: Players bring their own constructed decks and play as many or as few games as they like. There is no tournament format for Casual Play and each player receives a Weekly Play Pack for participating.\n$10 – Premier Tournament: Players bring their own Premier format constructed decks and compete in a Swiss format tournament consisting of three 55-minute best-of-three rounds. Each player receives a Weekly Play Pack for playing and a prize pack pool of two booster packs per player will be provided as well. Each player receives one pack with additional packs awarded based on players’ final standings in the tournament. A minimum of four players is required for a Premier Tournament.\n$25 – Booster Draft (store inventory permitting): Players are each provided three booster packs to draft and build a 30-card Premier format deck. Players have 50 minutes to draft and build their decks and then play a Swiss format tournament consisting of four 25-minute best-of-one rounds. Each player receives a Weekly Play Pack for playing and a prize pack pool of two booster packs per player will be provided as well. Each player receives one pack with additional packs awarded based on players’ final standings in the tournament. A minimum of eight players is required for a Booster Draft.\n$40 – Sealed Prerelease (store inventory permitting): Players are each provided a Prerelease Kit with which they build a 30-card Premier format deck. Players have 50 minutes to build their decks and they play a Swiss format tournament consisting of four 25-minute best-of-one rounds. Each player receives a Weekly Play Pack for playing and a prize pack pool of two booster packs per player will be provided as well. Each player receives one pack with additional packs awarded based on players’ final standings in the tournament. A minimum of four players is required for a Sealed Prerelease.\n\nNote: Melee.gg is the tournament software Fair Game uses to run all Fantasy Flight TCG events\, so players should have an account created with Melee.gg if they wish to participate. Make sure you get signed in so Fantasy Flight knows how much you love their game! \nFeel free to reach out to us at downersgrove@fairgamestore.com with any questions. See you there… and may the Force be with you! \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-star-wars-unlimited-weekly-casual-play/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251003T182946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T182946Z
UID:14156-1760463000-1760475600@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Fair Game - Games Workshop Miniatures Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere 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. \nWe will set-up the store for both Warhammer 40k 9th Edition and Warhammer Age of Sigmar 3rd Edition. \nIf 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-games-workshop-miniatures-night-165/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251003T183128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T183128Z
UID:14157-1760464800-1760475600@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Fair Game - Open Painting Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe 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. \nWhile 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. \nThere is a $5 admission fee for this event. \nIf 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-open-painting-night-163/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20250909T180304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T180304Z
UID:13841-1760468400-1760472000@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:A Night at the Carnegie - DG Library to receive Historic Site Designation
DESCRIPTION:The Downers Grove Historical Society and the Downers Grove Public Library invite you to “A Night at the Carnegie\,” celebrating the Library as this year’s Historic Site of the Year. Each year\, the Downers Grove Historical Society honors a building or site that has played an important role in our village’s history. This year\, we mark a special anniversary: On October 14\, 1915—exactly 110 years ago—the Downers Grove Carnegie Library opened on the very site where our public library now stands. It quickly became a cornerstone of knowledge\, education\, and civic pride for our community. The evening will include historical displays and photographs\, the unveiling of an informational bronze plaque\, a presentation by local historian Lois Sterba\, and hands-on activities for children. This free\, family-friendly event is open to the public.
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/a-night-at-the-carnegie-dg-library-to-receive-historic-site-designation/
LOCATION:Downers Grove Public Library\, 1050 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20250929T190417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T190417Z
UID:14037-1760468400-1760475600@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Two Way Street Coffee House - Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:🎶 Love to sing\, play\, or just listen? Bring your own song on October 14th to our community Song Circle at Two Way Street Coffee House!\n🎶 Song Circle with Plank Road Folk Music Society & Two Way Street Coffee House \n🎶We are excited to present another community event that will once again bring us together in friendship and song. On Tuesday\, October 14\, 2025 from 7-9 pm CT\, George Mattson will lead a song circle where you “bring your own song.” \n✨ This is a great opportunity for acoustic musicians who want to try-out songs they are working on before an audience of their peers. Songs can be either original compositions or covers. You pick\, we listen!… all are welcome. \n💛 Donations are greatly appreciated to help keep these community events thriving. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/two-way-street-coffee-house-song-circle-31/
LOCATION:Two Way Street Coffee House\, 1047 Curtiss St\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251001T203426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T203426Z
UID:14114-1760472000-1760472000@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Ballydoyle - Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n\n\n\nJoin us for Trivia on Tuesday nights at the pub with host Tim Dite! Prize is awarded to the top team each week! 8PM start. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/ballydoyle-trivia-night-67/
LOCATION:Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant\, 5157 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251003T183305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T183305Z
UID:14158-1760549400-1760562000@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Fair Game - Magic the Gathering Casual Commander Night
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nThere 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.\n\n\nThere are no limitations on power level\, but folks should bring decks designed for casual\, multi-player play.\n\n\nIf 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.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-magic-the-gathering-casual-commander-night-179/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251001T204621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T204621Z
UID:14115-1760558400-1760558400@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Ballydoyle - Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n\n\n\nCome 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 8PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/ballydoyle-open-mic-night-63/
LOCATION:Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant\, 5157 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20251003T183510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T183528Z
UID:14159-1760635800-1760648400@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Fair Game - Star Wars Legion Casual Meetup
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere 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. \nPlayers 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. \nIf 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/fair-game-star-wars-legion-casual-meetup-154/
LOCATION:Fair Game\, 1015 Curtiss Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20250929T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T200437Z
UID:14049-1760637600-1760637600@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Anderson's Bookshop - Banned Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Banned Book Club\n\nJoin us in Downers Grove for our monthly Banned Book Club! Our next meeting will be held on Thursday\, October 16th at 6:00 pm\, and we will be discussing The Perks of Being a Wallflower. 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. \nMore about The Perks of Being a Wallflower:   \n“A timeless story for every young person who needs to understand that they are not alone.” —Judy Blume \n“Once in a while\, a novel comes along that becomes a generational touchstone. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is one of those books.” —R. J. Palacio\, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wonder \nThis #1 New York Times bestselling coming-of-age story with millions of copies in print takes a sometimes heartbreaking\, often hysterical\, and always honest look at high school in all its glory. \nThe critically acclaimed debut novel from Stephen Chbosky follows observant “wallflower” Charlie as he charts a course through the strange world between adolescence and adulthood. First dates\, family drama\, and new friends. Sex\, drugs\, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Devastating loss\, young love\, and life on the fringes. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it\, Charlie must learn to navigate those wild and poignant roller-coaster days known as growing up. \nA #1 New York Times bestseller for more than a year\, adapted into a major motion picture starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson (and written and directed by the author)\, and an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults (2000) and Best Book for Reluctant Readers (2000)\, this novel for teen readers (or wallflowers of more-advanced age) will make you laugh\, cry\, and perhaps feel nostalgic for those moments when you\, too\, tiptoed onto the dance floor of life. \nAbout the Author:\nStephen Chbosky wrote and directed the feature film adaptation of his award-winning novel\, The Perks of Being a Wallflower. He has worked in film and television\, on projects including the film version of the smash-hit musical Rent; the TV show Jericho; and others. He also edited Pieces\, a collection of short stories. A native of Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, Chbosky graduated from the University of Southern California’s Filmic Writing Program. His first film\, The Four Corners of Nowhere\, premiered at Sundance Film Festival.
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/andersons-bookshop-banned-book-club-12/
LOCATION:Anderson’s Bookshop\, 5112 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131401
CREATED:20250929T200604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T200604Z
UID:14050-1760724000-1760724000@www.downtowndg.org
SUMMARY:Anderson's Bookshop - Alan Barillaro
DESCRIPTION:Alan Barillaro\n\nJoin Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Alan Barillaro\, to celebrate the release of Bunns Rabbit\, on Friday\, October 17th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store.\n \nEvent Format \nWe 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: \n\nPosed photo with your camera taken by our staff\nThere is a limit of 2 books from home to be signed (unless otherwise stated)\nThere is a limit of 1 personalization of the new book only (unless otherwise stated)\n\nAll 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. \nIf 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. \nPre-registration is required for this event because space is limited. \n\nMore about Bunns Rabbit:   \nFor anyone who has ever felt different\, Academy Award winner Alan Barillaro tells the deeply moving tale of a brave rabbit who sets out on a quest to save her home and family—no matter what it takes. \nWhen Bunns is born with small but perfectly functional rabbit ears\, the warren is abuzz with auguries. Surely such short ears spell bad luck for the community. Sheltered in her family’s burrow\, Bunns listens to the rhythm of her mother’s heartbeat—Thump\, thump\, thump—a song of home and belonging. Her father explains that unlike a rabbit’s words or thumping feet\, a heartsong cannot lie. But the unknown world of the meadow\, the sounds and smells above\, call to Bunns. When at last she’s ready to brave the staring and whispering of neighbors who fear her because she’s different\, and the disapproving elders who threaten to banish her family\, she finds a world beyond the warren where myths and riddles\, magic voyages\, and important new friends await. Can the “bad omen bunny” follow her own heartsong to a destiny—a wish—meant just for her? Academy Award–winning director\, writer\, and animator Alan Barillaro’s graceful storytelling\, warm illustrations\, and dramatic graphic panels weave light and dark into a seamless tapestry to enchant children and adults alike. \nAbout the Author: \nAlan Barillaro is the author of the acclaimed debut Where the Water Take Us and the middle grade illustrated novel\, Bunns Rabbit. The Academy Award-winning writer and director of the animated short film Piper\, he has been supervising animator on numerous popular theatrical releases\, including The Incredibles\, WALL-E\, and Brave. He has been honored with an ASIFA-Hollywood Award\, an ICFF Award for Outstanding Career and was recognized by House Commons of Canada for his artistic and cultural contribution to the city of Niagara Falls\, Ontario. He began his career in animation at the age of sixteen and spent twenty-five years at Pixar Animation Studios. Alan Barillaro lives in California.
URL:https://www.downtowndg.org/event/andersons-bookshop-alan-barillaro/
LOCATION:Anderson’s Bookshop\, 5112 Main Street\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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