Main Street brick-paver crosswalk restoration north of St. Charles Road is scheduled October 5–16, weather permitting.

Both southbound through lanes and the affected pedestrian crossing will close. Drivers should expect delays and consider alternate routes.

Glenbard East welcomes residents on October 6 at 5 p.m. to explore renovations, view construction progress, and learn about upcoming improvements.

Dave Cyr was recognized at a recent Lombard Park District board meeting as its recipient of the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ Best of the Best – Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award.

He will formally receive the honor at the upcoming Best of the Best Gala.

Jackie Stawiarski and Lynn Moist are Lombard’s 2026 Senior Woman and Senior Man of the Year, honored October 1 for their community service.

Stawiarski supports numerous local causes; Moist volunteers at The Outreach House and has made more than 250 blood and platelet donations.

Pick out pumpkins October 3–30 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Glen Ellyn while supporting DuPagePads’ shelter and support services.

The patch runs October 3–30 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 393 N. Main Street, with pumpkins arriving Saturday, October 3.

The 2026 Glen Ellyn Native Tree & Shrub Sale received 135 preorders, continuing a program that has sold more than 1,900 plants since 2018.

COD’s free October 7 summit welcomes beginners for practical AI sessions in Glen Ellyn; registration is required and space is limited.

Date: Oct. 7,

Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 

Location: College of DuPage

REGISTER

District 45 will hold two more referendum town halls before the November 3 ballot.

The sessions are scheduled for October 13 at Schafer Elementary and October 28 at Stevenson Elementary, both beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The district says the proposed 0.2670 percentage-point tax-rate increase would generate about $4.4 million annually.

District 45 estimates the additional cost at about $299 per year for a $350,000 home.

Plan a Halloween outing with our Chicagoland Haunted House Guide, featuring 11 attractions from Downers Grove and West Chicago to Lockport and Lake County.

The guide includes dates, locations, official links and daytime family options, with reminders to check current hours and ticket availability.

Villa Park’s scarecrow challenge welcomes scary, silly or serious creations. Register, pick up a starter kit starting October 14 and email a photo by October 22.

Once your scarecrow is ready, email a photo to scarecrowcontest@invillapark.com by October 22, 2026.

Judging takes place the week of October 26; the winner will be featured on the Fall 2027 brochure cover.

Guardian Corps of America requests brand-new clothing, winter gear, nonperishable food, hygiene supplies and pet food. Contact the organization for donation arrangements.

For donation information, visit the organization’s website Guardian Corps of America website.or email info@usaguardian.org.

Glen Ellyn’s Halloween house decorating contest turns neighborhood streets into a seasonal showcase of glowing pumpkins, spooky graveyards, giant skeletons and playful surprises.

Residents can explore the participating homes and vote for the displays that make the biggest impression.

Registration Opens: October 1-14

https://downtownglenellyn.com/halloween-home-decor-map

Community voting will help choose winners in four categories, from Best Overall Halloween Spirit to Spookiest House on the Block.

Beyond the prizes, the contest celebrates the creativity that brings Glen Ellyn neighbors together.

Villa Park, are you ready to get your scare on? 

The Annual Villa Park F.U.N. Commission Halloween Decoration Contest is back, and we’re looking for your nominations!

Think you’ve found the Spookiest or Most BOO-it-ful (kid-friendly) house in town? Send a photo or video, along with the address (must be within Villa Park), to Pride@invillapark.com
by October 26.

Two $50 gift cards are up for grabs—one for the spookiest display, and one for the best family-friendly setup.

We’ll post a map of all nominated houses right here on Facebook on Tuesday, October 28, so you can tour the town and check them out for yourself.

Winners will be notified in person on Halloween—so get decorating, Villa Park! Let’s see what you’ve got.

Plan ahead for village board, committee and commission meetings across Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park October 5–14.

The roundup includes official links, meeting times and locations where provided, plus cancellation notices and a flag for conflicting Glen Ellyn zoning listings.

Villa Park Deputy Chief Brandon Mitsuka earned Chief Fire Officer certification through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal after more than two years of work.

Glen Ellyn’s proposed 2027 Village Budget is available for public review, with October discussions, November 9 public hearings and December 7 final consideration.

Glen Ellyn trustees rejected The Parlor’s Duane Street permit request in a split vote over downtown retail priorities.

Plans for The Parlor at 524 Duane Street will not move forward under the requested permit after Glen Ellyn trustees voted 3–2 against approval on September 28.

A phone or scooter charging at home may seem harmless, but lithium-ion battery safety is the focus of this year’s Lombard Fire Department open house.

DATE: Wednesday, Oct 7

Time: 6 to 8 pm

Location: Fire Station 45, 50 E St Charles Rd, Lombard

Families can meet firefighters and paramedics, explore emergency vehicles and watch equipment demonstrations at the free event.

Villa Park police officers will meet residents over coffee.

DATE: Wednesday, October 7,

TIME: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Location: McDonald’s, 350 East St. Charles Road. Villa Park

The Coffee with a Cop gathering coincides with National Coffee with a Cop Day and has no formal agenda.

Residents can stop by for a quick introduction, ask a question or share a concern without staying for the full two hours.

The informal setting gives officers a chance to hear what is on people’s minds outside a call for service.

For anyone unsure how to start a conversation with local police, a cup of coffee offers a simple opening.

Glenbard District 87 will host its annual Stringfest concert Tuesday, October 6, at Glenbard East High School in Lombard.

The concert brings together orchestras from all four Glenbard high schools and six sender-district middle schools for an evening celebrating student musicians across the district.

DATE: Tuesday, October 6, 2026

TIME: 7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Glenbard East High School, 1014 S. Main Street, Lombard

Downtown Lombard bursts to life as the Lombard Farmers Market  under the iconic Lombard Arch.

Oct 6th -This is the last Tuesday for the season from 3 to 7 PM; enjoy fresh produce, artisan baked goods, beautiful flowers, and vibrant local flavors.

The market features a unique variety—everything from local soaps and Michigan fruits to honey, olive oil, and tempting sweet treats.

Shoppers can savor hot coffee, tea, tamales, empanadas, and even dog treats for furry friends.

Each week, live music energizes the crowd.

Gather the family, connect with local makers, and experience the joyful spirit in the heart of Lombard.

Lombard seniors can take care of several DMV tasks close to home when the Illinois Secretary of State’s Mobile DMV at Senior Fair.

Lombard Senior Fair 

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Location: Madison Meadow Athletic Center.

With an appointment, visitors can obtain a standard driver’s license or state ID, renew a vehicle registration sticker, or apply for a REAL ID driver’s license.

Appointments are required.

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Lombard Police will share self-defense safety tips at the Service League’s meeting.

DATE: Thursday, Oct 8

Time: starting at 7 p.m.

Location: Prairie Path Senior Center

555 Foxworth Boulevard in Lombard.

 Lombard Chamber Golf Outing Rescheduled to Thursday, October 8

Glenbard South Theatre presents the student-directed comedy Snow White and the Seven Endings.

DATE: October 8–10, 2026

TIME: Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday 4:30 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.

Location: Glenbard South High School, 23W200 Butterfield Road, Glen Ellyn

All seats are $5; enter through Door 9.

Glen Ellyn families can swap their usual Friday night routine for a sleepover under the stars at Maryknoll Park.

The Glen Ellyn Park District’s family campout runs from 6:30 p.m. Friday, October 9, to 8 a.m. Saturday, October 10, offering a manageable overnight adventure close to home.

Campers can enjoy free admission to Holes & Knolls Mini Golf, a movie in the park, dinner and snacks.

A continental breakfast in the Maryknoll Clubhouse wraps up the outing the next morning.

The all-ages event takes place at 845 Pershing Avenue and costs $10 per resident or $15 per nonresident, with fees charged for each participant.

REGISTER HERE

Families must bring their own camping gear and should confirm that space remains available; a waiting list may be offered if registration is full.

Unfavorable weather could cancel the campout, so participants should check for updates or an email from the event supervisor that day.

Puzzle Palooza returns to Maryknoll Clubhouse in Glen Ellyn 

DATE: Saturday, October 10

TIME: Two sessions are scheduled, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and from 4 to 6 p.m

PLACE: Maryknoll Clubhouse, 845 Pershing Avenue.

Hosted by the Glen Ellyn Park District

Teams of two to four adults will race to complete identical 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzles.

The event is for ages 21 and older, with registration priced at $45 per resident team and $55 per nonresident team.

Participants may bring snacks and adult beverages, and teams are encouraged to register early because space is limited.

Find free craft supplies at Villa Park Public Library’s October 10 swap.

DATE: Saturday, October 10, 2026

TIME: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; donor early entry 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Location: Villa Park Public Library, 305 S. Ardmore Avenue, Villa Park

Donate usable supplies October 4–9 for an early-entry ticket; no donation is required for public entry.

Reptile Takeover 5 brings Halloween-themed fun to The Game Show in Lombard.

DATE: Saturday, October 10, 2026

TIME: 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Location: The Game Show, 340 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard

Admission is $20, with arcade free play and a live reptile and bug show at 6 p.m.; costumes are welcome.

Villa Park neighbors can welcome fall together at Autumn Jubilee 2026, a day of food, entertainment and community activities.

The fourth annual celebration runs Saturday, October 10, from 11 in the m

In Villa Park, the best fall afternoons often begin with a simple invitation: come outside and see your neighbors.

That is the promise behind Autumn Jubilee 2026, a gathering built around food, creativity, entertainment and familiar faces.

The fourth annual celebration is scheduled for

DATE: Saturday, October 10

TIME: 11 am - 5 pm

Location: Villa Park Historical Society, 220 South Villa Avenue, along the Illinois Prairie Path.

Visitors can enjoy food trucks, sweet treats and beverages while exploring live entertainment, arts and crafts, face painting and balloon art.

Unique vendors and local animal rescue groups will also join the festivities, offering plenty to discover at a relaxed pace.

Hosted by the Community F.U.N. Commission, the event invites residents and visitors to stop by for a while or spend the whole afternoon reconnecting with neighbors.

For Lombard families looking for a nearby fall outing, Oaktoberfest in Glen Ellyn has offered a mix of outdoor fun and environmental learning.

DATE: SATURDAY OCT 10th

TIME: 3 pm -7 pm

LOCATION: Lake Ellyn

Live music, face painting and a collaborative art project gave families more reasons to stay, while a craft beer garden offered adults a place to unwind.

Some beer garden proceeds supported Glen Ellyn Park District programs and scholarships.

The oaks are more than an autumn backdrop: they also support the wildlife that makes local parks special.

The Lombard Chamber invites the community to Common Grounds Vibe Cafe’s ribbon cutting and Remix Party.

 Date: October 13,

Time: 3–5 p.m., 

Location: 22 W. St. Charles Road.

Enjoy music, local art, a fall book drive kickoff and buy-one-get-one drinks.

Children ages 3–5 and their adults can create a Halloween pottery lantern.

DATE: Tuesday Oct. 13

TIME:5–5:45 p.m.,

Location: Villa Park Parks & Recreation.

The listed fee is $33; check the registration catalog for availability and location.

Explore School Day Off fun, OAKtoberfest, a grandparents outing, stretching and yoga across Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park October 6–12.

Explore October 6–12 library programs across Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park, including LEGO activities, storytimes, technology help, a blood drive and seasonal events.

Local high school sports delivered a strong week across Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park.

Glenbard East beat West Chicago 41-8, Glenbard South shut out Elmwood Park 41-0, Glenbard West topped Hinsdale Central 42-24, Willowbrook rolled past Proviso West 42-6, and Montini defeated De La Salle 56-7.

Glenbard South also posted a boys soccer shutout over Proviso East, while Montini girls volleyball earned a straight-set win over Loyola Academy.

The five-school roundup highlights a strong stretch of fall sports as conference races and postseason positioning begin to take shape.

Lombard Historical Society will host author Jamie Gehring for a virtual program. Gehring’s 2022 memoir, Madman in the Woods: Life Next Door to the Unabomber, recounts her childhood beside Ted Kaczynski in Lincoln, Montana.

DATE: October 8,

Time: 7–8 p.m.

Advance registration is required

Register for the virtual program.

Witches Night Out invites women to enjoy a witch-themed evening in Lombard while supporting two local organizations.

The 21-and-over event takes place Friday, October 23, 2026, from 7 to 10 in the evening at the Lombard Historical Society Carriage House, 23 West Maple Street.

Tickets start at $60, with proceeds benefiting the Lombard Juniors Philanthropic Fund and the Lombard Historical Society. https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/witches-night-out--2026-2

It’s a chance to dress up, spend time with friends and give back to Lombard.

Terry Lynch explores Baron von Steuben’s military legacy. The society’s event description highlights von Steuben’s relationship with George Washington and the training manual known as the Blue Book.

DATE: October 10

Time: 2 p.m. 

Location: Glen Ellyn Historical Society.800 North Main Street in Glen Ellyn.

The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn hosts an October 15 meeting on election and voter data security, from 7–8 p.m.

The venue is the Glen Ellyn Historical Society, 800 N. Main St

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Easy Suite is coming soon to Burj Plaza on Roosevelt Road in Lombard, with private salon and beauty suites for independent professionals.

Learn more about Easy Suite.

Suite inquiries are being accepted; call 773-733-3347 or visit the website for current details.

Absolute Recomp is coming soon to 1161 S. Main Street in Lombard, with more than 500 pieces of strength equipment, turf training, cardio equipment and recovery amenities.

Founders Rate enrollment is available; an opening date has not been confirmed on the official Lombard page.

Syrup & Saffron is hiring servers, line cooks, baristas and server assistants. Apply by email with a resume, brief cover note and availability.

Applicants should send a resume and brief cover note to syrupandsaffron@gmail.com.

Nala, an 8-year-old Shih Tzu weighing 10.5 pounds, is seeking a home through A.R.F.–Animal Rescue Foundation.

She is potty-pad trained, enjoys routine and would love to be a lap dog.

Her adoption fee is $350; application approval is required before a meeting.