This Weekend: Banned Books, Shredding and Family Fun

Benefit, arts, entertainment, family friendly and government events happening this weekend, Sept. 29 - Oct. 2, in the Orland, Palos, Tinley and Oak Forest area.

The perfect weekend activity can be just as difficult to find as Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster or a Chicago highway without traffic. Have faith! Patch has come to the rescue with the best bets for the weekend. So, set aside that low-quality video camera, put down your fishing rod and discover the weekend. For the Love of Liz - Benefit for Elizabeth Corley Friday, September 30, 7pm | 115 Bourbon Street Help Elizabeth Corley as she battles brain tumors and their side effects while trying to care for a daughter. Tickets include food, wine, beer and entertainment, and are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. JEWEL-OSCO's "Give a Little, Feed a Lot" Food Drive Daily Until September 30, All Day | Jewel Osco "Give a Little, Feed a Lot" in Jewel-…

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Photo Gallery: Storm Clouds Part for Tinley Summer Fest

Saturday's storms passed through just as Easter Seals kicked off 1st Annual Tinley Summer Fest.

The rain stopped and the sun came out Saturday just in time for the kick off of Tinley Summer Fest. The event was hosted by Easter Seals of metropolitan Chicago, an organization that provides services for people with disabilities or other special needs. Saturday's festival featured activities for kids and adults alike. While the little ones played games like ringing a monkey-on-a-stick or digging for dinosaurs the adults could relax in a Beer Tent and enjoy live music. The Easter Seals Therapeutic Day School in Tinley Park hopes to make this fund raising fest an annual event.

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This Weekend: Taste of Orland and Movie Night

Nightlife, festivals, charitable and kid friendly events are happening this weekend, August 4-7, in the Orland, Palos, Tinley and Oak Forest areas.

Just like when searching for the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, finding something do for the weekend takes a little digging. Fortunately, Patch has already done the dirty work for you. So, put down your shovel, lay aside the brushes and return that excavator - this weekend's events have been unearthed and classified. Taste of Orland Park Friday August 5, 5-11pm | Orland Park Civic Center Saturday, August  6, 1-11pm Sunday, August  7, 1-9 Enjoy music, kid-friendly activities, and great food from local resturarts in this weekend long event. Admission is free. Movie Night: Rango Saturday August 6, 6:30pm–8:30pm | Christ Community Church Bring a blanket and your favorite stuffed animal - it's movie night! Enjoy free …

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This Weekend: Taste of Palos, Sweeney Todd and More

Festivals, performing arts, sports, kid friendly and charitable events this weekend, July 14 - 17, in the Orland, Palos, Tinley and Oak Forest area.

Marco Polo, Christopher Columbus and Magellan knew how to party.  Life's more fun when you get out and explore it. So put down the remote and pick your GPS - it's time to discover the weekend. This weekend brings monsters, horror, and blood (donations). Taste of Palos July 17, 12pm - 7:30pm | W 123rd St & S 89th Ave, Palos Park, IL Enjoy a day of good food, entertainment, games and much more. Sponsored by the Palos Park Woman's Club, proceeds from the Taste of Palos help support Grade School District 118, High School District 230, Police and Fire Departments and the library. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street July 15, 8pm; July 16, 2pm & 8pm, July 17, 2pm | Marist High School The Lantern Theatre presents a musicial considered …

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This Weekend: Palos Hills Friendship Fest and More

Festivals, performing arts, green and charitable events this weekend, July 7 - 10, in Orland, Palos, Tinley, and Oak Forest.

10 quintillion insects can't be wrong. Out of the house is the place to bee. So put on your bug spray, put down the fly swatter - it's time see what the buzz is about. This weekend, grab your comfy sandals and spend some time at the Palos Hills Friendship Fest, listen to some blues and recycle. Friendship Fest July 7 - 10 | 10900 S 88th Ave Palos Hills, IL 60465 Prepare for a weekend of music, food, the carnival, pony rides and more. Parking and the fest is free. Carnival admission varies by purchase date. Thursday - July 7 6pm – 10pm Friday - July 8 6pm – Midnight Saturday - July 9 Noon - Midnight Sunday - July 10 1pm – 10pm Broadway Nostalgia Show July 7, 6:30pm–7:30pm | Victorian Village Retirement Living Enjoy an evening of Broadway …

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This Weekend: Oak Fest, Pet Parade and more

Festivals, activities, concerts and sporting events this 4th of July weekend in Orland, Palos, Tinley, and Oak Forest.

The magic 8-ball has nothing on us. When asking whether you should get out and do something this weekend, our answer is always "yes - definitely." So put aside your stamp collection, leave the DIY projects for a rainy day and grab your SPF 50 sun block (it was a long winter). Patch will keep you going all weekend long. This weekend's forecast - hot with a good chance of fireworks. Your patriotic needs are easily fulfilled with the Oak Fest and the long list of places to celebrate Independence Day in the South 'Burbs. If that's not enough fresh air for you, become one with nature at Lake Katherine or grab fluffy and fido for the Orland Pet Parade. Oak Fest June 29 - July 4 | 159th St & Central Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452 Oak Fest will fill …

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Ben Feldheim

10:27 am on Thursday, June 30, 2011

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Larger Brew and Vine Convention Lives Up To Expectations

Patrons had room to spread out and enjoy at this years festival.

More than 2,000 people experienced Tinley Park at the Second Annual Brew and Vine Festival. The festival was such a success last year that it was brought back bigger and better for 2011. Click here to see our photo gallery of the festival “We’re using the new extension in the convention center this year,” Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce President Kim Scalise said. “We doubled the space and we doubled the vendors.” The additional space allowed patrons to enjoy wider aisles as well as a separate bistro area that was added for patrons to sit while they enjoyed the food and beverages of their choice.  “We were here last year and it’s bigger this year,” Harrison’s Brew Master Joachim Mekoum said. “We had a great experience. Tinley is like a …

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Photo Gallery: Tinley Park Brew & Vine Festival

Many near and far hopped over to the Tinley Park Convention Center for the annual Tinley Park Brew & Vine Festival on Saturday, April 9th, 2011.

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