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 […]
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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. We are equipped to host events of any format, whether Premier, Twin Suns, Constructed, or Sealed. Through our […]
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Dual Impact Release Event: Each player will receive 6 booster packs to build a deck before the event begins. 1 booster pack will be awarded for participating. Additional 1 booster pack will be given for each match you win. The event will consist of 3 rounds of play. All promo cards provided by Bandai will […] |
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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 […]
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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, […] |
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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. |
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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. […]
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🎶 Attention High School & College-Age Musicians, Poets, and Performance Artists! 🎭 It’s Your Turn to Shine—Every Last Thursday of the Month! On October 30, 2025 at 7pm, step into the spotlight at Two Way Street Coffee House, one of the best-loved acoustic venues in the Chicago area. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter, poet, guitarist, or spoken word performer, […] |
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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 […] 🎃 Halloween Open Mic & Party at Two Way Street Coffee House! 🎶 Celebrate Halloween with music, costumes, and community at the Two Way Street Coffee House! On Friday, October 31, 2025, our Friday Night Concert Series transforms into a special Open Mic & Halloween Party. Local musicians, friends, and neighbors are invited to dress up, share their talents, and enjoy a […] 🎃 Halloween Open Mic & Party at Two Way Street Coffee House! 🎶 Celebrate Halloween with music, costumes, and community at the Two Way Street Coffee House! On Friday, October 31, 2025, our Friday Night Concert Series transforms into a special Open Mic & Halloween Party. Local musicians, friends, and neighbors are invited to dress up, share their talents, and enjoy a […] |
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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 […]
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Join us for a Friendly Neighborhood Draft Magic 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 […]
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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 […] |
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The Great Illuminary beckons! Join us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Fabled 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 […]
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Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Riftbound is a CCG set within the League of Legends Universe. Nexus Nights provides you with a regular opportunity to meet and make friends to play Riftbound in a relaxed environment. Participants will receive promo materials based on attendance, and as always, you can join […]
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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 […]
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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. We are equipped to host events of any format, whether Premier, Twin Suns, Constructed, or Sealed. Through our […] |
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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 […]
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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. |
3 events,
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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 […] Hayley Kiyoko Join Anderson’s Bookshop for a signing line event with Hayley Kiyoko, to celebrate the release of Where There's Room For Us, on Wednesday, November 5th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store. Event Format We will begin checking you in approximately 30 minutes before the start time. This event will consist of a signing/photo line. The line will […] 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. |
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Book Club Happy Hour (Downers Grove) Join Anderson's Bookshops for a Book Club Happy Hour on Thursday, November 6th at 5:00 pm! This event will be held in our Downers Grove store (5112 Main St, Downers Grove) and pre-registration is required as space is limited. This hour-long event will feature several booksellers sharing a few of […]
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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. […] Learn and share tunes from the Nordic countries in a warm, welcoming setting, first Thursday of each month! This is a teaching jam where we’ll teach, review, and play tunes in the aural tradition—by ear. All instruments, ages, and experience levels are welcome, and recording is encouraged. The jam is facilitated by Mary Allsopp of […] |
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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 […]
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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 […] 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 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 […] |
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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 […]
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Join us for a Friendly Neighborhood Draft Magic 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 […] |
4 events,
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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 […]
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The Great Illuminary beckons! Join us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Fabled 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 […] About the Event Northern Ireland produces great musicians! Here's one of them... |
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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 […]
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Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Riftbound is a CCG set within the League of Legends Universe. Nexus Nights provides you with a regular opportunity to meet and make friends to play Riftbound in a relaxed environment. Participants will receive promo materials based on attendance, and as always, you can join […]
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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. We are equipped to host events of any format, whether Premier, Twin Suns, Constructed, or Sealed. Through our […] |
5 events,
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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 […] Price: $15 Format: Constructed Tournament Structure Up to 4 Rounds (30 Mins), Best of 1, Swiss Pairings Each participant will receive 1 Gundam Booster pack for participating, additional packs will be awarded based on performance.
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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, […] |
3 events,
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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 […]
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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 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. |
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Raise a Glass to the Past! Join the Downers Grove Historical Society for our 6th Annual History on Tap Trivia Pub Crawl — a lively evening of local lore, drinks, and friendly competition. Stroll through charming downtown Downers Grove as you test your knowledge with all-new historical trivia, and savor your choice of a 12 […]
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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. […] |
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Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for a Sealed Prerelease event for Magic the Gathering, featuring the highly anticipated set: Avatar the Last Airbender. This event will be a four-hour, three-round Swiss tournament. Participants will each receive one Avatar the Last Airbender Prerelease Kit, 50 minutes to construct a 40-card deck utilizing the cards in their […]
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Step into the Pinecone Cottage Kitchen for a delicious immersive experience. Part hands on and demonstration, savor each course of the Asian Fusion Afternoon Tea as Chef Pam guides you through the art of creating November’s full menu—from fragrant teas to sweet endings. You’ll learn her techniques, gather inspiration, eat a three course Afternoon Tea […]
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Rebecca Siegel Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Rebecca Siegel, to celebrate the release of How the Ghost Army Hoodwinked Hitler: The Story of American Artistry and Deception in World War II, on Friday, November 14th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store. Event Format We will begin checking you in approximately 30 minutes before the start […] |
8 events,
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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 […]
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Price: $10 Format: Constructed Tournament Structure Up to 4 Rounds (30 Mins), Best of 1, Swiss Pairings Each participant will receive 1 Gundam Booster pack for participating promo prizing from the tournament kit based on performance. To reserve your seat register through the Bandai+ app. If you are on the wait list there is still […]
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Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for a Sealed Prerelease event for Magic the Gathering, featuring the highly anticipated set: Avatar the Last Airbender. This event will be a four-hour, three-round Swiss tournament. Participants will each receive one Avatar the Last Airbender Prerelease Kit, 50 minutes to construct a 40-card deck utilizing the cards in their […] |
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Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for a Sealed Prerelease event for Magic the Gathering, featuring the highly anticipated set: Avatar the Last Airbender. This event will be a four-hour, three-round Swiss tournament. Participants will each receive one Avatar the Last Airbender Prerelease Kit, 50 minutes to construct a 40-card deck utilizing the cards in their […]
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The Great Illuminary beckons! Join us for at Fair Game Geneva for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Whispers in the Well 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 […] About the Event Bringing the fun and interactive music of a Piano Bar, anywhere and everywhere! Pop, rock, Motown, country, R&B, standards...you name it! No gimmicks, it's Jess Piano! |
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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 […]
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Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Riftbound is a CCG set within the League of Legends Universe. Nexus Nights provides you with a regular opportunity to meet and make friends to play Riftbound in a relaxed environment. Participants will receive promo materials based on attendance, and as always, you can join […]
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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. We are equipped to host events of any format, whether Premier, Twin Suns, Constructed, or Sealed. Through […] |
5 events,
Join us for our Educator Book Club! Our next in-person meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 18th at 4:30 pm, and we will be discussing Let's Get Together by Brandy Colbert. 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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […] |
2 events,
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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. |
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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. […]
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To celebrate the launch of new Star Wars Legion starter boxes, Fair Game is hosting a Star Wars Legion Slow Grow League across our locations. Participants in Slow-Grow League games will be entered in a raffle for free paints and model kits! Each week in November and December, we invite players to bring armies of specific point […] Celebrate a Year of Reading Banned Books! Join us at Bubbly Side of Life in Downers Grove to celebrate an incredible year of reading banned books with our Banned Book Club! This celebration will be held on Thursday, November 20th at 6:00 pm at Bubbly Side of Life, Chicagoland's only sparkling wine shop & tasting experience. Each $15 ticket includes […] |
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2025 Handmade Market presented by the Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club. Our event will take place on Friday, November 21 from 4-10 pm at the Moose Lodge. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-dgjwc-handmade-market
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Join star baker Anita and Chef Pam for a festive pie making class that blends hands-on practice with expert demonstration. Learn the secrets to perfect pie dough and discover tried-and-true tips for crafting showstopping pies. We’ll be making two sweet pies and one savory pie, Pinecone Cottage’s famous Harvest Vegetable Quiche. You’re invited to drink […]
$85.00
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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 […] |
4 events,
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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 […]
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It’s time to get together again and make music! Saturday, November 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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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CAST & CREW Directed by Woody Allen Featuring Woody Allen, Diane Keaton & Tony Roberts Running Time: 93 mins. Rated PG As a tribute to the late actress Diane Keaton, the After Hours Film Society presents “Annie Hall,” the 1977 film that honored Keaton with her first Oscar nomination and win for best actress in […] |
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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 Trivia on Tuesday nights at the pub with host Tim Dite! Prize is awarded to the top team each week! 8PM start. |
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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. About the Event Make plans for Black Wednesday with The Millennial Ghosts at Ballydoyle - Downers Grove on November 26! All of your favorite anthems from the 90s and 2000s, played by 3 suburban dads desperately clinging to their youth 🎸🎶 |
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The spirit lives on. The legacy runs on. The Grove Express Foundation invites the community to join the Grove Express 5K Run/Walk. The proceeds from this event helps raise funds for education and youth programs that have a positive impact on Elementary School District 58 and Community District 99 high schools, specifically Downers Grove North & […] |
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Shop Small Business Weekend and support our downtown Downers Grove small business community.
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Board & Brush – Black Friday Workshop – Make a FREE Wooden Christmas Tray with your Regular Project!
Board & Brush – Black Friday Workshop – Make a FREE Wooden Christmas Tray with your Regular Project!
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 […] Join friends, family and neighbors at the Main Street Train Station to kick-off the holiday season. Santa will be part of the festivities, along with music from the District 99 marching band and the Downers Grove Choral Society. Location: Downers Grove, Main Street Train Station 5001 Main St. Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 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 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 […] |
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Welcome to 5th Saturdays at the Two Way Street Coffee House! Saturdays are special! An extra Saturday in a month comes around only a few times a year, so we decided to commemorate each one with a special event. 5th Saturdays in 2025 occur in March, May, August and November. For our November event, Two Way Street […]
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Celebrate the holiday season by joining us on Saturday, November 28th from 12-4PM at Fern, Downers Grove’s newest plant shop for a festive winter market! Shop a variety of amazing women-owned businesses — each offering unique treasures perfect for holiday gifting 🎁 All market attendees can enter themselves into the raffle for a chance to […]
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Complimentary. Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Bring your camera. |
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Complimentary. Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Bring your camera.
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About the Event They say the soul of Ireland is most beautifully captured in her dance. Get into the Irish spirit with a performance the whole family will love! |
