Downers Grove Historical Society and Orange & Brew Tap Room are excited to join together to host an architectural scavenger hunt! Kick off the new year with a fun-filled adventure! Stop by Orange & Brew Tap Room between January 2 and January 30 to grab a clue sheet for an exciting architectural scavenger hunt. Search […]
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 […]
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; […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. 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 […]
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Ice Festival Downtown Downers Grove Join in the fun this year! The Annual Ice Fest Downtown Downers Grove will be held January 31st-February 2nd, 2025. The Ice Festival will be a weekend of outdoor fun! Don’t miss the return of the Friday Night ice carving demonstration on Friday evening, 5:30-7:30pm at the corner of Main […]
About the Event Join us for live music with Leo Fron right here at Ballydoyle!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
When my husband, Paul, and I travel, we love taking cooking and baking courses. During our recent visit to the Bordeaux region of France, we had the pleasure of attending Le Gargantua Cooking School in Anzex, a charming rural area. We spent a wonderful day with Chef Marlene, who welcomed us with genuine warmth and […]
When my husband, Paul, and I travel, we love taking cooking and baking courses. During our recent visit to the Bordeaux region of France, we had the pleasure of attending Le Gargantua Cooking School in Anzex, a charming rural area. We spent a wonderful day with Chef Marlene, who welcomed us with genuine warmth and […]
We're painting up Halo Flashpoint models in preparation the for tournament the following weekend! Join us for an afternoon of miniature painting and camaraderie. You'll be welcome to use any of the store's paints and brushes (although we invite you to bring your own supplies as well). Whether you're painting up a Spartan for […]
Attention Illumineers! Fair Game Downers Grove is excited to announce that it will be hosting its first Store Championship for Disney Lorcana, featuring its latest set, Azurite Sea! The event will be a Swiss format constructed tournament, where participants bring their best and strongest decks to compete for the title of store champion! The event will consist […]
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 […]
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; […]
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. […]
Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Kyle Lukoff, to celebrate the release of his newest book, A World Worth Saving, on Tuesday, February 4th 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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 8PM.
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. […]
Dr. Olivia Walch Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Olivia Walch, to celebrate the release of her newest book, Sleep Groove: Why Your Body's Clock Is So Messed Up and What To Do About It, on Thursday, February 6th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store. She will be in conversation with fellow sleep researcher Mike Rust. Event […]
About the Event Join us for live music with Leo Fron right here at Ballydoyle!
Join us at our Downers Grove location for a Sealed Deck prerelease event featuring the upcoming set: Aetherdrift. This event will be a three-round Swiss tournament with 50 minutes of time to construct your 40-card deck utilizing the cards in your Prerelease Kit. These events tend to sell out so don't wait, preregister now!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
Join us at our Downers Grove location for a Sealed Deck prerelease event featuring the upcoming set: Aetherdrift. This event will be a three-round Swiss tournament with 50 minutes of time to construct your 40-card deck utilizing the cards in your Prerelease Kit. These events tend to sell out so don't wait, preregister now!
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
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 […]
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; […]
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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 […]
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, […]
We are excited to present another community event that will once again bring us together in friendship and song. On Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 7-9 pm CT, George Mattson will lead a song circle where you “bring your own song.” This is a great opportunity for acoustic musicians who want to try-out songs they […]
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 […]
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 8PM.
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. […]
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 […]
Meet Clifford - Valentine's Day Come meet Clifford the Big Red Dog at Anderson's Bookshop! Each ticket admits a family and includes a photo-op with Clifford and special Clifford-themed goodies! Join Anderson’s Bookshop for our Clifford meet & greet event on Friday, February 14th at 5:00 pm in our Downers Grove store. Event Format We will […]
About the Event Join us for live music with Leo Fron right here at Ballydoyle!
Which types of chocolate pair best with different teas? Learning how to pair teas with food opens up a whole new way to enjoy exceptional teas. Join us for a Valentine’s Day Chocolate Making and Tea Pairing where we’ll sample five chocolates with specialty teas, make two of our own chocolates, and you’ll take a […]
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 Pokemon with one another as […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
Join Happy Dog Barkery on Saturday, February 15th, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. as they welcome Midwest BREW.
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
Shifa Saltagi Safadi Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Shifa Saltagi Safadi, to celebrate the release of her newest book, The Gift of Eid, on Sunday, February 16th at 11:30 am 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 […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
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 […]
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; […]
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 […]
Julie Ryan McGue Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Julie Ryan McGue, to celebrate the release of her newest book, Twice the Family: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Sisterhood, on Tuesday, February 18th 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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Nickolas Butler, to celebrate the release of his newest book, A Forty Year Kiss, on Wednesday, February 19th 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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Banned Book Club Join us in Downers Grove for our monthly Banned Book Club! Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, February 20th at 6:00 pm, and we will be discussing The Diary of a Young Girl. This will be a free event, but we highly encourage the purchase of the monthly book from our store. More […]
About the Event Join us for live music with Leo Fron right here at Ballydoyle!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
It’s time to get together again and make music! Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 2-4 pm CT, Two Way Street Coffee House and Plank Road Folk Music Society will host another wonderful Country & Western Sing-around and you’re invited to sing and/or play along with us! Led by Plank Road’s own Bob O’Hanlon, bring your […]
Hello, this is an invite-only DIY workshop. Looking for a fun way to spruce up your front porch? Join us for our DIY doormat workshop! Select a design 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 […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
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 […]
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; […]
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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. […]
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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 8PM.
Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. 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 […]
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 […]
About the Event Join us for live music with Leo Fron right here at Ballydoyle!
Friday, February 28, 2025 Doors Open 6:00pm | Showtime 7:30pm Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL $95 General Admission for 1 All tickets include delicious tastes from local restaurants. Additional concessions available for purchase. Start 2025 with laughter at The H Foundation’s Comedy for Cancer! Enjoy a hilariously good time […]
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 […]
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 […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
It’s time to get together again and make music! Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 2-4 pm CT, Plank Road Folk Music Society and Two Way Street Coffee House will host a sing-around. You are all welcome to sing, play an instrument or just listen. It is refreshing to hear the vast array of songs from […]
Join Happy Dog Barkery for Paczki Days! Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm Sat 10am-5pm | Sun 12pm – 4pm
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]
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 […]
We all adore the soothing aroma of lavender, but it’s the flavor of this fragrant herb that truly captures its delicate essence. Lavender adds a unique and romantic touch to food, making every culinary experience delightful. Cooking with lavender feels magical, and February is the ideal time to serve this charming menu. After visiting Maria’s […]