Event Calendar
May 2025

May

Friday,

May 9

Caymus Wine Dinner at Coarse Italian Restaurant

*Sign up by May 5

Treat yourself to an unforgettable evening at Coarse Italian Restaurant as we host an exquisite 6-course wine dinner, featuring the iconic wines of Caymus Vineyards.

Indulge in:

  • A meticulously crafted 6-course menu
  • Premium Caymus Vineyards wines, selected to complement each course
  • The opportunity to purchase your favorite Caymus selections to enjoy at home

 

Saturday,

May 10

Mother's Day Tea

Celebrate the special women in your life with a Mother’s Day Luncheon Tea at the historic 1856 Kennicott House. Indulge in a carefully curated menu of traditional tea sandwiches, baked scones, and decadent desserts, paired with a selection of fine teas.

 

Register by April 25

Spring 2025 Dance Production

Glenbrook South High School Watson Auditorium, 4000 W. Lake Ave.

Experience the talent and passion of our incredible youth and adult dancers as they light up the stage! Tickets can be purchased online using the link below. For more details, call 847-724-5670.

Sunday,

May 11

Mother's Day Brunch

Enjoy a beautiful brunch with your family!

Breakfast favorites include lemon ricotta pancakes, eggs benedict, shrimp cocktail, chicken limone and other chef exclusives.
Note: Prices do not include tax or gratuity.
Call 847-657-3200 to reserve your table (deposit required)!

Saturday,

May 17

Kids to Parks Day

This is a national day of outdoor play, designed to connect kids and their families with their local, state and national parks, to create the next generation of park stewards and caretakers. Visit the Interpretive Center and experience some hands-on animal encounters, download our free app and go on a self guided Fairy Quest, or join us on a guided trail hike at 2 p.m.

GHA Plant Sale Weekend

Dress up your home and yard with hardy native plants that thrive in Midwest conditions! Choose from a great selection of forbs, grasses and sedges, suitable for a variety of soil, moisture, and light conditions from Midwest Groundcovers. Proceeds support the work of the Grove Heritage Association and the Glenview Park District.

For best availability, pre-order by Monday, April 28 for pickup at the Plant Sale.

Dates/Hours:
Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

For more information, call 847-299-6096.

Spring on the Farm

Experience spring work and play, 1920s style! Meet the young livestock, help plant the outhouse flowers and take care of some spring cleaning. Check out popular recreational pastimes from 100 years ago and enjoy an old-fashion picnic. Food will be available on site for purchase, or bring your own picnic with you!

  • Meet the young livestock
  • Enjoy wagon rides
  • Mix up homemade 1920s cleaning solutions
  • Learn about the trendiest picnic recipes of yesteryear
  • Plant flowers to take home
  • Make giant soap bubbles
  • Test out a 1920s camping cot and learn about cooking over a campfire
  • Take part in sack races and other lawn games
  • Enjoy ice cream from the Sweet and Treats Ice Cream Parlor

Sunday,

May 18

GHA Plant Sale Weekend

Dress up your home and yard with hardy native plants that thrive in Midwest conditions! Choose from a great selection of forbs, grasses and sedges, suitable for a variety of soil, moisture, and light conditions from Midwest Groundcovers. Proceeds support the work of the Grove Heritage Association and the Glenview Park District.

For best availability, pre-order by Monday, April 28 for pickup at the Plant Sale.

Dates/Hours:
Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

For more information, call 847-299-6096.

Saturday,

May 24

Spring Blooms-DIY Flower Frames

Celebrate the season of renewal by creating your own flower-themed picture frame! Drop in anytime to craft a colorful frame, perfect for displaying your favorite spring memories.

Sunday,

May 25

Spring Blooms-DIY Flower Frames

Celebrate the season of renewal by creating your own flower-themed picture frame! Drop in anytime to craft a colorful frame, perfect for displaying your favorite spring memories.