Family Event

The Living Cemetery

Meet the Spirits of Downers Grove’s Past at The Living Cemetery! Meet the Spirits of Downers Grove’s past at The Living Cemetery! The Downers Grove Historical Society will host youth and adult performers in period dress who will portray Downers Grove pioneers buried in the cemetery, an unforgettable way to learn about the people who built our

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Ben’s Memorial Mile

Ben’s Memorial Mile is hosting two chip-timed, one-mile road races along with a community festival with live music, kids activities, concessions, raffles, mental-health booths, and much more! We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and all proceeds are donated to mental-health causes. The event honors former Downers Grove resident Ben Silver, who lost his life to schizophrenia

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