Fall Family Fun in the Hemingway District
About This Event
Costumes, treats and plenty of fall fun are coming to the Hemingway District! Bring the whole family to Oak Park Avenue for a festive morning filled with activities for little ones, including a costume parade through Scoville Park and complimentary treats and special activities at participating Hemingway District businesses.
About the Venue
Dandelion Bookshop
Dandelion Bookshop works to foster a vibrant literary community by providing a curated selection of books, inspiring events, and a welcoming atmosphere that nourishes the love of reading in Oak Park and beyond.
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Local Authors Book Fair
Discover your next great read and connect with the creative voices in our community. 30 local authors will gather to share their work across a wide variety of genres, including fantasy, history, elder studies, romance, memoir, and poetry. Chat directly with writers about their craft and inspiration while supporting local literary talent. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Presented in collaboration with Erie Street Press.
Sunday Morning Serenade
Enjoy live harp music while you browse the bookshelves on a Sunday morning. Local harpist Avielle Ling will play a selection of music in preparation for an upcoming performance at Carnegie Hall.
Halloween Story Time and Craft with Janet Nolan and Patricia Toht
Halloween is almost here! Are you ready? Join us for a spooky and sweet story time with local authors Janet Nolan and Patricia Toht. Settle in for their stories, Get Ready for Halloween and Pick a Pumpkin, then make a festive pumpkin craft to take home.