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Get Out! Your Weekend Planner

This weekend discover the history of women in Morton Grove, free movies and more.

When/Where: Saturday, September 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the American Legion Memorial Center; 6140 Dempster, Morton Grove.
Why Go: Attention crafters! Do you have leftover craft supplies from your many projects, such as yarn, quilting fabric, buttons, stamps, etc.? Would you like to trade those left-overs for other materials you might need for future projects?
Pricing: Free

Women in History Exhibit

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When/Where: Sunday, September 11 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Morton Grove Historical Center; 6148 Dempster, Morton Grove.
Why Go: Stories, photographs and colorful exhibits will be on display showcasing women who have played a role in shaping the Village of Morton Grove.
Pricing: Visit here for details


Teen Movie Night

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When/Where: Friday, September 9 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Niles Teen Center; 373 Golf Mill Center, Niles.
Why Go: Bring a pillow and blanket and get cozy while watching a movie at the Niles Teen Center.Refreshments will be available for purchase and all movies will be either PG or PG-13.
Pricing: $3 for Teen Center members.

Chambers: Anne and Mark Burnell

When/Where: Sunday, September 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Chambers Seafood Grill and Chophouse, 6881 N. Milwaukee, Niles.
Why Go: Come listen to the amazing vocals and all around musical talent of the internationally known pair Anne and Mark Burnell.
Pricing: Buy a drink or dinner.

Classic Movie: Blazing Saddles

When/Where: Thursday, September 8 at 2 p.m. at the Niles Senior Center; 999 Civic Center Dr , Niles.
Why Go: Anyone is welcome to stop by the Niles Senior Center and enjoy the classic spoof of Western movies, “Blazing Saddles.” The highly politically incorrect, but funny, movie was written and directed by Mel Brooks and stars Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder.
Pricing: Free

Back To School Bash

When/Where: Friday, September 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Maine Park Leisure Center; 2701 W Sibley, Park Ridge.
Why Go: Kids in grades 4 through 5 are welcome to come celebrate the new school year with the Park Ridge Park District. There will be a live DJ, pizza and drinks, and some fun games.
Pricing: $5


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