Valius at Forest Park Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, July 10, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Roos Recreation Center
Performing classic hits from the ‘60s through today. Rock, pop, country, grunge, rap and even two albums worth of original music to round it out. 7329 W. Harrison St., Forest Park
K-Pop Dance
Saturday, July 6, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Forest Park Public Library – Austin Room
Dance instructor Mikayla leads us through the latest K-Pop dance moves. Register at https://tinyurl.com/3newvyj9, 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park
PureSoul Presents: ’90s Unplugged
Friday, July 5, 6:30 p.m., Robert’s Westside
Featuring reimagined hits from Nirvana, Mazzy Star, Fiona Apple, Chris Cornell, and more by top Chicago musicians. Sing along and experience the nostalgia while exploring the era’s songwriting and poetry. Tickets from $20.60. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/558rsyyv, 7321 Madison St., Forest Park
Dig Engine
Wednesday, July 6, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Robert’s Westside
Robert’s Westside presents Dig Engine with John Slivka. Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Dig Engine’s energetic performance. This event is for ages 21 and older; attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/38c9mujx, 7321 Madison St., Forest Park
4th of July Parade
Thursday, July 4, 10 a.m.
Celebrate America in Oak Park at the annual Independence Day Parade. The parade begins at Longfellow Park, located at Ridgeland Avenue and Adams Street, at 10 a.m., turns east on Augusta Street, and eventually disperses near Whittier Elementary School, close to Harvey Avenue.
M. E. Marketplace Summer Artisan Fest
Saturday, July 7, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., M.E. Marketplace
Come out and support M.E Marketplace vendors at its Summer Artisan Fest, where we will have food, fun, music, games, and plenty of shopping. 7451 Madison St., Forest Park
Family Watercolor Workshop
Sunday, July 7, 3 – 4 p.m., Forest Park Public Library, Youth Services Program Room
Enjoy experimenting with watercolors with the whole family. We’ll be following Andrea Nelson’s tutorials for beginning watercolor artists. Check out her work (and tips) on Instagram. Kids of all ages welcome, adults must be accompanied by a child to attend. Register at https://tinyurl.com/5n97df7y, 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park