Event Calendar
October 2023
October
Wednesday,
November 1

date November 1, 2023
10:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The East Wing Glenview Senior Center
23rd Annual Salute to Veterans
The East Wing and The American Legion Post 166 Glenview present a “Salute to Veterans”. Join us for cake and coffee to honor our veterans. The ceremony’s emcee is Kirk W. Reasoner, retired Commander/Senior Master Sergeant U.S. Air Force and the keynote speaker is Herb Caplan, U.S. Army, Specialist 5 Sergeant. Music will be played by the Attea Middle School band and chorus. The event is sponsored by Greg Goodsitt, Edward Jones and Arbor Terrace of Glenview.
Note: Doors open at 9:15 a.m. and music begins at 9:45 a.m.
Saturday,
December 2

date December 2, 2023
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price $75R/$94NR per family
location Park Center
Family Menorah Making Workshop
Join us for our Family Menorah Making Workshop. Whether you are drawn to traditional or modern designs this workshop explores it all! Learn how to make a menorah and holiday décor with us. Each family sculpts and decorates at least one menorah and any holiday decorations they like! Your instructor will fire and glaze your creations and contact you the following week to pick them up. Price is per family. All ages welcome.

date December 2, 2023
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price $5
location Park Center
Festival of Trees Holiday Event
Presented by Light Keeper Pro
Kick off the holiday season with your family and friends at our 2nd Annual Festival of Trees magical event! Check out the beautifully decorated trees in the hallways of Park Center and vote for your favorites. All trees will be on display until the end of December. Visit and take pictures with Santa Claus and The Grinch. Plus, enjoy holiday carolers from Glenbrook South Chamber Singers and The Caroling Party. And, children will enjoy crafts and several activities.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Children under age 2 are free!
Sunday,
December 3

date December 3, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Everything Illinois Birthday Celebration
Have fun this Winter at The Grove’s free drop-in activities for all ages! Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Happy 205th birthday to the State of Illinois! Stop by anytime between 10 am and 4 pm to learn about our state’s various symbols, animals, landmarks and history. For all ages; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
Saturday,
November 4

date November 4, 2023
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
price $125 per ticket
location Historic Wagner Farm
A Night at The Wagner Speakeasy
Go back in time to the Roaring 20s for a lively evening of music, dancing and entertainment at the Friends Wagner Farm annual fundraising event. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Period costumes encouraged! Great raffle and silent auction prizes too!
The Friends of Wagner Farm organization provides stewardship and fundraising support to Historic Wagner Farm to expand programming, create educational experiences and enhance the farm property.

date November 4, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
National Bison Day
Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Touch some real bison fur and horns and learn the difference between bison and buffalo.

date November 4, 2023
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
price Free
location Flick Park
Pumpkin Smash and Bash
Bring your carved Halloween pumpkin to Flick Park and have fun smashing your pumpkin and turning it into compost that will help nourish plants in the spring. We’ll even have fun rolling pumpkins down the sled hill! Note: Remove any candles and glow sticks beforehand. Non-carved pumpkins will not be accepted. FREE Admission! The event is weather permitting and may be subject to cancellation.

date November 4, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
price Free
location Fuller Air Station Prairie
America Recycles Day
Recycling is important. Learn how to increase your recycling habits at home and work. Enjoy family activities and crafts. Learn about recycling and participate in family fun at this all-ages event.
Accepting gently used donations on behalf of Illinois AmVets; click here for a list of accepted items.
Wednesday,
November 8

date November 8, 2023
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar
Stop by the Park Center lobby to shop for fun holiday gifts or stocking stuffers! Find heirloom crafts, handmade gifts and beautiful artwork, all created by East Wing Senior Center crafters and talented vendors. Enter the raffle to win great prizes!
Thursday,
November 9

date November 9, 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location Park Center
Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar
Stop by the Park Center lobby to shop for fun holiday gifts or stocking stuffers! Find heirloom crafts, handmade gifts and beautiful artwork, all created by East Wing Senior Center crafters and talented vendors. Enter the raffle to win great prizes!
Saturday,
November 11

date November 11, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Veteran's Day Craft
Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Learn why poppies are associated with Veteran’s Day and make your own poppy craft.

date November 11, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
price $75 per person
location Historic Wagner Farm
Harvest Supper (ages 21+)
The harvest is done and Historic Wagner Farm is ready to celebrate with a casual five-course supper highlighting the bounty of the season! The evening’s menu will utilize local produce and proteins from the Farm and will include a selection of beer and wine. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.
Tentative Menu (subject to changes)
Appetizer:
- Butternut squash Crostini with goat cheese, sage and fig glaze
Soup:
- Roasted Pumpkin Soup
Salad:
- Kale Salad with toasted almonds, apples and honey Dijon vinaigrette
Entrée (served family style):
- Herb Roasted Chicken
- Roasted Pork with apple butter and sage
- Roasted Potato Medley with white, purple and sweet potatoes, garlic, rosemary and caramelized onions
- Sautéed Brussel Sprouts and Fennel
Dessert:
- Sweet Potato Cake
- Pumpkin Pie
- Apple Crisp
- Chocolate Budino

date November 11, 2023
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location Kent Fuller Air Station Prairie / Tyner Center
Restoration Work Day on the Prairie
Along the west fork of the North Branch in Glenview is the Air Station Prairie. Sixty years of annual mowing as a security zone for the main runway of the Glenview Naval Air Station protected the prairie from invasive brush. The 32 acres of prairie and mitigated wetlands is owned by the Village and is permanently protected as an ecologically significant area. It supports more than 160 native plant species, grassland birds, many prairie dependent insects and 5 species of crayfish. Species lost to mowing are being reintroduced and old field portions of the prairie are being actively managed.
In October of 2017, 30+acres of this 32-acre site were dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve, recognizing this beautiful remnant of the “globally imperiled” prairie landscape.
Join us to clean up the prairie! Meet friends and enjoy time outdoors for a good cause. Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection.
Sunday,
November 12
date November 12, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Conservation Kids Day at The Grove
Come visit The Grove and nurture the nature! Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org.
Monday,
November 13

date November 13, 2023
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Robert's Birthday Bash
Have fun this Fall at The Grove’s free drop-in activities throughout October and November. Tune into nature on trail walk events, connect with history on Indigenous People’s Day with a tour and much more. Children under age 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Review the full schedule below, mark your calendars, tell your friends/families and join us. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Celebrate the 188th birthday of this famed naturalist and explorer, Robert Kennicott, who grew up right here at The Grove.
Thursday,
November 16

date November 16, 2023
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.
Friday,
November 17

date November 17, 2023
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.
Saturday,
November 18

date November 18, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.

date November 18, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price $10 per adult/child pair
location Park Center
Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot
Team up to win a turkey provided by Harrison’s Poultry Farm! Each adult/child team (ages 8-13) will attempt ten free throws and the pair with the highest total wins. Each age group will be assigned a specific time slot within the two-hour window (9-11 a.m.) and it will be sent by November 15. The fee is $10 per couple, ages 8-13 plus an adult. (Register ONLY the child who will participate in their appropriate age level.) Registration deadline is November 13.
Sunday,
November 19

date November 19, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm

date November 19, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am
price Free
location The Grove
Restoration Work Day at The Grove
For ages 8+, volunteers under age 15 must participate with an adult.
Collect seeds or remove non-native, invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Bring work gloves if you have them and meet at the Interpretive Center. Reservations are requested so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Please RSVP to groverestoration@glenviewparks.org to reserve your spot.
Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

date November 19, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price $4
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market
Nov. 16-17, 10 am-7 pm and Nov. 18-19, 10 am-4 pm
Start your holiday season at The Grove! Shop for holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments and gourmet foods from some of your favorite vendors who have participated in past shows. Admission is payable at the door.
NEW! Stop by our heated pavilion at the Market on Saturday, 11/18 and Sunday, 11/19, 10 am-4 pm each day for
- Santa’s Chalet 🎅 Families can visit and take photos with Santa by the fireplace!
- Holiday Refreshments 🍷 Festive foods, hot & cold beverages and beer & wine available for purchase.
Email the Grove Heritage Association for more information.
Monday,
November 20

date November 20, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
Tuesday,
November 21

date November 21, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
Wednesday,
November 22

date November 22, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
Thursday,
November 23

date November 23, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
Friday,
November 24

date November 24, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
location Historic Wagner Farm
Winter Sales & Black Friday Winter Market
Historic Wagner Farm kicks off the first day of their annual Winter Sales with a special Winter Market on Black Friday. Shop for seasonal products, a selection of craft items and farm-to-table foods from some of your favorite Farmers Market vendors, onsite until 2 pm. The tree lot and sales shed will remain open until 4 pm on 11/24.
Winter Sales of fresh-cut trees, wreaths & evergreen boughs continue daily, M-Su, 10 am-4 pm while supplies last. Proceeds help support Historic Wagner Farm’s programs and operations.

date November 24, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm

date November 24, 2023
time all day
price $60 per team
location Park Center
2nd Annual Black Friday Pickleball Tournament
Register your team for the 2nd Annual Black Friday Pickleball tournament at Park Center! Tournament will be a round-robin format. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place in each division, and bragging rights!
Divisions offered: Mixed Doubles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Senior Men’s Doubles, Senior Women’s Doubles, Senior Mixed Doubles, 65+ Men’s Doubles and 65+ Women’s Doubles.
$60 per team. Register only one member per team. Deadline is Monday, November 13. Tournament schedule information will be emailed by November 22. Bring your own paddle, balls provided.
Questions? Contact Brian O’Malley at brian.omalley@glenviewparks.org.
Max: 12 teams each level (will combine if necessary)
Start times vary based on division, and will be one of the following: 8 am / 12 pm / 4 pm.
Saturday,
November 25

date November 25, 2023
time all day
price varies by activity
location Glenview Community Ice Center
Turkey Skate & More
Skate your turkey off at the Glenview Community Ice Center with special activities during Thanksgiving week, Sunday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023
- Take a spin on our Ice Bumper Cars!
- Learn to skate with First Timers Hockey and Skating 101 for kids
- Stay cool with friends at Cool Ice Adventure camp and Shoot to Score Hockey Camp
- Thanksgiving 3V3 Hockey Tournament
Advance registration required for activities listed above.
Drop in for ….
- Daily Public Sessions
Su 11/19-1:30-3pm, M 11/20-11am-1pm, Tu 11/21-7:20-8:40pm, W 11/22-11am-1pm, F 11/24-11am-1pm AND 8:20-9:50pm, Sa 11/25-1:30-3pm - Special Thanksgiving Day skating
Th 11/23-10:30am-12pm - Open Hockey (bring your own equipment)
Tu 11/21-11:30am-1pm
Wednesday,
November 29

date November 29, 2023
time all day
price varies; see details
location Park Center
Festival of Trees Decorating Contest
Presented by Light Keeper Pro
Get in the holiday spirit and decorate a holiday tree with your family, neighborhood groups, business, clubs, schools, service organizations, etc.! Trees will be on display at Park Center on December 2 from 3-6 p.m. and will be voted on by the public in several categories. Each group must provide their own artificial tree (no more than 6 feet tall) and a tree stand. Only one registration per organization/group/business/etc. A limited number of trees are available for purchase through the park district for $50 but once they are gone, they are gone! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Glenview Park Foundation.
Resident businesses/organizations fee: $100
Nonresident businesses/organizations: $150.
Park District Provided Trees Fees:
Resident businesses/organizations fee: $150
Nonresident businesses/organizations fee: $200
Don’t wait, registration deadline is November 29.