Wonder of the Birds
Wednesday, July 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m.,
Forest Park Public Library – Austin Room
From building nests to using tools, Kim White stops by to teach us about how intelligent our feathered friends truly are. She’ll also bring along a couple of those feathered friends to interact with. Register at https://tinyurl.com/35xv9vpb, 7555 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park
Patrick Gemkow
at Bobby’s Eastside
Wednesday, July 18, 6-8 p.m., Robert’s Westside
Join us at Bobby’s Eastside for a performance by Patrick Gemkow. A Chicagoland-based singer/guitarist offering a blend of classic melodies, contemporary hits, deep-cuts and timeless classics. Doors open at 3 p.m. Admission is free; please consider bringing cash to tip the band. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/b2bpy37t, 7321 Madison St., Forest Park
Mini-Mystery Library
Friday, July 19, 4-5 p.m., Forest Park Public Library
Create your own mini-mystery scene. Designed for ages 8 to 13. Register for this event at https://tinyurl.com/2p9uhkan, 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park
The Mountainaires Matinee Show at Bobby’s Eastside
Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m., Robert’s Westside
The Mountainaires are a country harmony trio from Chicago, Illinois. Jon Williams plays the guitar and sings. Kenneth Rainey plays the mandolin and sings. Josh Piet plays bass. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/efcxct2s, 7321 Madison St., Forest Park
Ghost Hunting 101
Sunday, July 21, 3-4 p.m., Forest Park Public Library
West Suburban Paranormal Investigations joins us to go over the ins and outs of ghost hunting. They’ll bring along the tools of the trade, explain how they work, and share some experiences they’ve had. Share your stories at the end, as well. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mwus2cyn, 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park
Make an I Spy Bottle
Tuesday, July 23, 4-5 p.m., Forest Park Public Library – Youth Services Program Room
Use various objects to make your own I Spy bottle. Designed for ages 8 to 10. Register at https://tinyurl.com/365rakss, 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park
Historical Society of Forest Park Garden Walk
July 20, 10-3 p.m., Roos Recreation Center
Join us for our Garden Walk. Explore beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces of Forest Park. Purchase tickets at www.ForestParkHistory.org. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 day of the event. Guidebooks are picked up the day of at Roos Recreation Center. 7329 Harrison St., Forest Park
No Glove Nationals Tournament
July 24 – 28, Park District of Forest Park
The teams are set, the first-round matchups are drawn, and the 2024 Park District of Forest Park No Glove Nationals 16” Softball Tournament is almost here. It draws fans and folks from all over to enjoy this family-friendly tournament. www.facebook.com/NoGloveNationals, 7501 Harrison St., Forest Park