Cigars, Bourbon & Fall Barbeque Dinner at Coarse Italian

Enjoy the ambiance of our gazebo, perfect for an evening shared with friends and fellow cigar enthusiasts. We’ll be handing out cigars, specialty bourbon and provide a Fall barbeque for the NFL opener.

Call 847-657-3200 to reserve your spot!

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Tomato Fest

Celebrate America’s favorite garden plant at Historic Wagner Farm’s Tomato Fest. Learn all about this delicious vegetable (or is it a fruit?), see how it grows, taste different varieties and tomato-based recipes, play games, and so much more! Entry to Tomato Fest is free and tickets for activities and tastings can be purchased onsite.

Tickets for activities will be sold in $1 increments. Ticket-based activities range between 1-15 tickets. Most activities will be ongoing throughout the event. Free activities include a photo booth, a scavenger hunt, demonstrations, a community-based art project and tomato-themed games. Ticket-based tastings include grilled cheese with tomato soup, less traditional tomato-based recipes and a special Bloody Mary bar (alcohol optional).

New at this year’s Tomato Fest, enjoy music throughout the day by students at School of Rock. Our spaghetti eating contest starts at 12:30 pm. Sign up onsite by 12:15 pm and twirl, slurp, and savor your way to victory!

Free parking is available in the lot across from the Wagner Farm House or in the Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church lot at Lake Ave. and Wagner Rd.

Tomato Fest

Celebrate America’s favorite garden plant at Historic Wagner Farm’s Tomato Fest. Learn all about this delicious vegetable (or is it a fruit?), see how it grows, taste different varieties and tomato-based recipes, play games, and so much more! Entry to Tomato Fest is free and tickets for activities and tastings can be purchased onsite.

Tickets for activities will be sold in $1 increments. Ticket-based activities range between 1-15 tickets. Most activities will be ongoing throughout the event. Free activities include a photo booth, a scavenger hunt, demonstrations, a community-based art project and tomato-themed games. Ticket-based tastings include grilled cheese with tomato soup, less traditional tomato-based recipes and a special Bloody Mary bar (alcohol optional).

New at this year’s Tomato Fest, enjoy music throughout the day by students at School of Rock. Our spaghetti eating contest starts at 12:30 pm. Sign up onsite by 12:15 pm and twirl, slurp, and savor your way to victory!

Free parking is available in the lot across from the Wagner Farm House or in the Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church lot at Lake Ave. and Wagner Rd.

Moths Matter presentation

Join The Grove and the Glenview Gardeners to learn about the wild and wonderful lives of moths, nature’s nocturnal pollinators! Local lepidopterist Violet Krol will discuss how moths differ from butterflies, their importance as pollinators, and what you can do to support them.

The presentation is free. RSVPs are requested due to space limitations. For more information & to RSVP call Grove Recreation Supervisor Diane Michalski at (847) 299-6096.

Grove Literary Society

In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss  One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Forest Bathing

Join us as we gather with the trees that are shedding their leaves. Use breathing exercises to explore our cycle of breath with the plant life around us. We will explore the forest using our observation skills to notice how the wind impacts the sounds, textures, and scent of the forest.

Rockin’ Out Concert Featuring Sweeney!

Grab your lawn chairs and join us for a rockin’ evening overlooking the beautiful Glenview Park Golf course. The band Sweeney will be playing classic rock hits. Tickets are $10 per person and an open bar package for the concert is $40 (payable at the door).

Order tickets online or call us at (847) 657-3200. You can also buy tickets at the door. See you there!

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Summer 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. RSVPs are appreciated so we can so we can plan appropriate Work Day activities. Work parties may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

New! Create Your Very Own 1920s Vintage Halloween Costume & More!

3-Part Program Series (for ages 12+)

Skip the fringe and create an authentic 1920s vintage look for Halloween! During week one, learn how to make a genuine 1920s dress using Mary Brooks Picken’s infamous (and highly adaptable) one-hour dress pattern. Week two, explore 1920s hairdos. Week three, complete your costume with a 1920s makeup-look and celebrate your hard work and accomplishments with delicious mocktails!

Note: A basic understanding of sewing machines is required for the first class on September 15. All supplies will be provided. Sign up for individual classes, or all three for a discounted rate (section D).

Yappy Hour Series: National Dog Day Celebration (dog park members only)

Presented by:

Community Bark West will be hosting three exciting FREE events exclusively for dog park members. Not a dog park member? Click here for more info to join! Join us to celebrate your favorite four-legged friend on this special day. Take your best spin on our prize wheel and cool off with Kona Ice’s refreshing shaved ice while your dog enjoys fun activities. This event is rescheduled from it’s original date on August 26.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

Family Desserts

Spend an evening at Historic Wagner Farm with your family and friends enjoying the best part of a meal – the desserts! The gourmet treats will feature produce grown on the farm and will showcase how delicious eating seasonally can be. We’ll also take some time to visit the livestock and learn about the process of growing food on a farm.

For ages 4+ (children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult)

Advance ticket purchase required. Note: tickets are capped at 30

Cops and Bobbers

Ready to reel in the big one? This FREE event is a must for your young anglers, 5-15 years. Glenview Police and park district staff will assist with baiting and reeling in fish. The largest fish caught in each category wins a prize:

• 5 Years and under
• 6-8 Years
• 9-12 Years
• 13-15 Years

You are encouraged to bring your own fishing gear and bait. Bait for purchase and free loaner equipment available while supplies last.

Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please dress for the weather!
Questions? Call The Grove at 847-299-6096.

Glenview Farmers Market

Shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, delightful flowers, homemade jellies and preserves, artisan breads, meat, cheese, eggs and other locally-produced items. Visit community information booths, and enjoy live entertainment and activities for kids.

Free parking at St. Peter and Paul Church (corner of Lake and Wagner Roads).

New Discovery Room Grand Opening

Explore the new Discovery Room at The Grove! Join us for a free community grand opening celebration and open house. The Discovery Room includes a replica of Robert Kennicott’s skeleton, a large multi-species landform exhibit, enhancement of the current scavenger hunt exhibit, interactive discovery table, welcoming kiosks, and framing of existing animal exhibits.

The Discover Room renovation was funded through a $375,000 Illinois Public Museum Capital grant, and designed by Bluestone and Associates.

A public presentation & dedication will be held at 10 a.m. Enjoy a free open house with activities, giveaways, & more from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.