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07/08/2024

Inspired by the new outdoor track-and-field facilities on campus, Oak Park and River Forest High School cross-country coaches Chris Baldwin (boys) and Ashley Raymond (girls) decided to create a community-involvement event that will also serve as a kickoff to the upcoming season.

19/07/2024

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14/07/2024

What began as a second-hand plumber's truck and a need to make use of extra ice and free time, Cool Truck Treats, a shaved-ice food truck, is now a new West side business.

11/07/2024

Who else misses the official 4th of July fireworks?

Oak Park and River Forest High School used to have the fireworks on its field when it was grass. But since the school installed turf, it’s no longer a suitable space for fireworks.

24/06/2024

Does your child dream of being a detective and love to solve mysteries? There is still time to get registered for our CSI Summer Camp that will start on Monday, July 1st. Wilkins & Associates collaborates with experienced, current and former law enforcement personnel, forensic scientists, and attorneys to conduct or advise the actual crime scene collection, processing, investigations, mock trials, and more. https://bit.ly/4evNcvC

02/06/2024

Soft serve ice cream shop coming to Lake and Ridgeland! https://www.oakpark.com/2024/04/30/new-business-open-oak-park

Three new businesses have recently opened in Oak Park: 2 Sistah’s Afrocentric Boutique, KB’s Retail and CIMPSAR at Home. Another one, Three Spoons, will soon be available for soft-serve ice cream lovers, too.

21/05/2024

We may be a bit biased, but the winner is clear!

Tell a real estate agent you’re looking for a place that feels like it’s part of Chicago, and they’ll likely point you to Evanston and Oak Park.

19/05/2024

Mark your calendars for this free, family-fun event!

02/05/2024

It’s almost time!

The 2024 Thursday Night Out music schedule is out!

This year we've got rock, jazz, soul, R&B, pop, reggae, Latin and Irish folk, blues, and more. Check out the line up and get ready for some serious dancing in the street this summer!

https://bit.ly/TNOMusic

16/04/2024

Don't Miss This Annual Event!

10/04/2024

New businesses continue to flock to Oak Park. So far this year, 17 new business licenses have been issued by the village. The total number of new business licenses issued in 2023 was 103, representing the third consecutive year that the village issued more than 100 new licenses.

04/04/2024

Little holes or miniature chimneys in the ground mean the cicadas that have lived as nymphs beneath the earth for 17 years are checking things out, such as soil temperature and other weather conditions, to prepare for their grand entrance

28/03/2024

26/03/2024

Enjoy time out of school with activities including archery, nature play, hikes, art, and other fun. Drop-in.

23/03/2024

Give your child a memorable birthday experience with the Park District and hold their next birthday party at the CRC's Esports Lounge! 🎂🎮 This package includes special perks such as a reserved party room, planned games and activities, assistance with food and clean-up services, and much more! Reserve Here: https://bit.ly/491WQCt

13/03/2024

Café Cubano, a long-time staple of Restaurant Row in Elmwood Park, is making a move to the Hemingway District in Oak Park.   The planned opening date is May 1 at 113 N. Oak Park Ave., the former home of Fritzi’s Delicatessen.  Owners Mayra and Javier Fernández said that after 23 years in Elmw...

08/03/2024

Fun!

Join us this Saturday, March 9 from 1pm - 2:30pm!

05/03/2024

25/02/2024

22/02/2024

The heavenly scent of freshly baked bread will soon start wafting through the Arts District. With it comes the joy that only a warm crusty loaf can bring: Publican Quality Bread is coming to town.

18/02/2024

Come to BATTLE OF THE BOTS on Saturday, Feb. 24th at Brooks Middle School 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM! Attending Battle of the Bots is a great opportunity for younger elementary students and incoming middle school students to learn and see first hand the vex robotics programs at the middle school. Over 30 teams from schools throughout the Chicago area will be competing in the final competition of the Chicagoland Vex League. The event is free and open to the public from 8am to 3pm, feel free to stop by any time during the day!

18/02/2024

The family-owned restaurant chain Egg Harbor Café will open a location in Oak Park at 1111 South Blvd. this year. Egg Harbor Café has many breakfast and lunch dishes, including omelets, skillets, pancakes, French toast, burgers, salads and sandwiches.

15/02/2024

08/02/2024

Get ready!

The 13-year and 17-year broods that will emerge from underground this spring will be appearing together for the first time in 221 years