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What To Do Around Berwyn?
Berwyn has long been a community focused on providing community involvement opportunities for its residents and businesses. There are many events planned in the coming year to enjoy with your friends and family. Check our site often for the latest in "What's Happening Around Berwyn."
2008
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MARCH 2008
No community events scheduled.
APRIL 2008
No community events scheduled.
MAY 2008
Saturday, May 10, 2008
From 8am to 2pm at the Citizens Bank Parking Lot (off of Oak Park Avenue in the Depot District.)
Event Description:
The Depot District Mother's Day Flower and gift sale! A truly unique shopping opportunity close to home. Will include a wide variety of beautiful outdoor hanging baskets, herb containers, garden decor and collectibles! Local merchants will also have gift certificates available for non-flowering gift options! Children activities, customized containers, gift baskets and more! Rain or shine, join us for this year's Bloom 'n Zoom.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
From 12 noon to 10pm on Ogden and Highland Avenues.
Event Description:
Come and enjoy the many tastes of cultures at this international food festival event. Carnival games and slide provided by the North Berwyn Park District.
Call the BDC or go to www.berwynfoodfest.com as more details become available for this event.
Saturday, May 17, 2008 (Mutt Show and Dock Dogs)
Sunday, May 18, 2008 (Dock Dogs only)
GREAT AMERICAN MUTT SHOW
(featuring Dock Dogs regional agility event)
Saturday's line-up:
Mutt Show Event - 10am to 3pm
Dock Dogs Agility event - 9am to 2pm
Sunday's line-up:
Dock Dogs Agility event only - 10am to 2pm
Event Description:
Every dog is special in Berwyn! Is your dog the best kisser? The highest jumper? Or best dressed in town? If so, sign up to compete in the Chicagoland Great American Mutt Show. This event is brought to you by the Berwyn Development Corporation, in partnership with PAWS Chicago, Animal Care League, VCA Animal Hospital, the Brookfield Zoo and Chicagoland Dock Dogs. All dogs are welcomed to be part of the show. Lots of fun contests, prizes, classes and presentations. Also featuring a regional Dock Dog agility event, sign-up your pooch to be part of the Chicagoland Great American Mutt Show and also meet local celebrity judges. Participants, vendors, sponsors and volunteers who wish to be a part of this event can register through the BDC by calling 708-788-8100. Visit us online at www.muttshow.com .
Click on the links below for event info!
+ Flyer
+ Press Release
+ Contest Sign-up Form
+ Vendor Sign-up Form
+ Site Map Location
+ 2007 Event Slide show Pictures
JUNE 2008
Every Saturday from June 07, 2008 to September 13, 2008
CENTENNIAL OPEN MARKETS
From 8am to 12pm at the Citizens Bank Parking Lot (off of Oak Park Avenue in the Depot District.)
Event Description:
Residents can find fresh produce, meet local and distant merchants who offer a variety of food items, or buy arts and crafts, jewelry and other specialty products. The Open Market also offer the diversity-consumer base of Berwyn and surrounding areas the opportunity to shop locally and enjoy the fresh, traditional products that make this venue so special.
Every 3rd Tuesday starting June 17. Other dates include: July 15 and August 19, 2008.
CRUISE NIGHTS
Event Description:
More information to come...
Saturday, June 14, 2008
FIRST ANNUAL DEPOT DISTRICT'S CLEAN SWEEP GARAGE SALE EVENT
From 9am to 2pm at the Citizens Bank Parking Lot (off of Oak Park Avenue in the Depot District.)
Event Description:
One man's junk could be another man's treasure! Clean Sweep your garage and house, round up your items and price your treasures. Get a spot at the Historical Depot District's Clean Sweep Garage Sale Event and watch your trinkets disappear. A $25 application fee for 10' x 10' booth space. Space is limited so reserve early. Call the BDC to make reservations or download the application: Vendor application.
SEPTEMBER 2008
Saturday, September 06, 2008
HISTORIC ROUTE 66 CAR SHOW
From 7am to 4pm between Oak Park and Ridgeland Ave along Ogden Ave - Route 66!
Event Description:
Do you love cars? Stroll down Ogden Avenue and view this wonderful display! The 18th Annual Route 66 Car Show will feature classic, rare and one-of-a-kind automobiles. Over 400 cars turn up to compete for prizes for this major regional event each year! Also featuring bands, food, vendors, raffles and much more. Registration required in order to enter your vehicle. For show and sponsorship information call the BDC or log on to www.BerwynRt66.com .
Friday, September 19 and Saturday, September 20, 2008
OKTOBERFEST
Friday from 6pm-11pm and Saturday from 9am-11pm at the Historic Depot District - Windsor and Grove Ave's.
Event Description:
Join the Depot District for this year's autumn festival! Friday night, the Beer Garden will be open and musical entertainment provided on the large stage at the intersection of Windsor and Grove Avenues. Then on Saturday, enjoy this terrific family event with amusement rides, artists and artisans, crafter's and vendors, as well as live performances and lot of food! Join us for Oktoberfest at Windsor and Grove avenues.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
From 4pm - 9pm in the Historic Depot District (Windsor and Grove Avenues)
Event Description:
Join the Depot District for this year's autumn festival! Friday night, the Beer Garden will be open and musical entertainment provided on the large stage at the intersection of Windsor and Grove Avenues. Then on Saturday, enjoy this terrific family event with amusement rides, artists and artisans, crafter's and vendors, as well as live performances and lot of food! Join us for Oktoberfest at Windsor and Grove avenues.
ATTENTION!!!!
Community Events Needed … We'd be happy to post your event here!
The BDC is always interested in updating the community's calendar of events. If you or your organization sponsor a community event, such as a dinner dance, auction, holiday event, or picnic, we would be happy to include that information on our web site. Just email us at gerardoz@berwyn.net or call us (708) 788-8100.
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