West Chicago Fire Protection District and West Chicago Police Department hold a a small ceremony commemorating the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 at 9 a.m. Friday, September 11, 2026, at the fire district headquarters, 200 Fremont St.
Vendors Wanted for Legion Craft Show
American Legion Post 300 holds its second Annual Holiday Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 28, 2026; looking for local small businesses, makers, crafters, and vendors. Melissa is the only contact for vendor applications. Melissadoggett742@gmail.com
(photo courtesy American Legion Post 300)
Historical Society Ice Cream Social
West Chicago Historical Society holds its annual Ice Cream Social from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Kruse House Museum; tickets available the Kruse House Museum, West Chicago City Museum or online https://tinyurl.com/wegoicecream. https://www.facebook.com/WestChicagoHistoricalSociety
(photo courtesy West Chicago Historical Society)
Football & Fundraiser at Hawthorne’s
Hawthorne’s Backyard Bar & Grill kicks off the the football season with the Chicago Bears Season Opener against the Carolina Panthers at noon Sunday, September 13, 2026; followed by special fundraiser benefiting the Michael T Jones Foundation, supports young student athletes through scholarships, mentorship, training and financial assistance. https://www.facebook.com/HawthornesBackyard/
(photo courtesyHawthorne’s Backyard Bar & Grill)
Egg Yolk Cafe Open
Egg Yolk Restaurant is Open for Labor Day.
(photo courtesy Egg Yolk Restaurant)
HWC Fit 4 Fall 5K at Reed-Keppler Park
Healthy West Chicago Fit 4 Fall 5K is at 8 a.m. Saturday, September 15, 2026, at Reed-Keppler Park; It is a 5K Certified course on the Prairie Path. https://www.healthywestchicago.org/
(photo courtesy Healthy West Chicago)
Ehlers Fall Therapeutic Recreation Intern for WSDRA
Meghan Ehlers is the Fall Therapeutic Recreation Intern for Western DuPage Special Recreation Association; Throughout her time with WDSRA, Meghan will gain experience supporting programs, special events, and Rec & Roll services, providing her with opportunities to learn about the many ways WDSRA creates meaningful recreation experiences. https://www.facebook.com/WDSRA/
(photo courtesy Western DuPage Special Recreation Association)
We Grow Dreams Fall Season Hours
We Grow Dreams Greenhouse & Garden Center is open seven days for the Fall Season. https://www.facebook.com/wegrowdreamsgreenhouse/
(photo courtesy We Grow Dreams Greenhouse & Garden Center)
Sabathne’s Donate Garden Harvest
West Chicago residents Dave and Diane Sabathne shared their garden harvest with Educare West DuPage for its Fresh Market. https://www.facebook.com/EducareWD/
(photo courtesy Educare West DuPage)
Showdown Art on Exhibit at Gallery 200
All art created by the 15 artists at the Showdown held during Mosaic Market is on display at Gallery 200; available for purchase by bidding during the month of September; all painted in only 30 minutes. https://www.facebook.com/Gallery200/
(photo courtesy Gallery 200)