This weekend, Winnetka will welcome fall with hayrides and seasonal activities and Historic Wagner Farm in Glenview will host a harvest bonfire. Highwood will also present a brand new wine and beer event, while the Lakeview Taco Fest will be back for a fourth year. Plus, meet a woman who became a spy in Nazi Germany.
Fall Fest
Sept. 17
Winnetka
Head out to Duke Childs Field for hayrides, a pumpkin patch, inflatables, a pumpkin roll, Touch-a-Truck, food and more fall fun.
Wine & Beer Walk
Sept. 17
Highwood
Explore the businesses in Highwood while sampling beer and wine during this new event. Participants include Barrel Crossing, Cellar Gate Wine Market & Bistro, Disotto and more.
Harvest Bonfire
Sept. 17
Glenview
This event at Historic Wagner Farm is perfect for all ages. Roast some marshmallows for s’mores and listen to stories by the fire.
Sam Adams Lakeview Taco Fest
Sept. 17-18
Chicago
Tacos take center stage at this festival that will also feature beer pairings, Mexican wrestlers and kids activities. Before you leave, cast your vote for Chicago’s Best Taco.
Behind Enemy Lines: A French Jewish Spy in Nazi Germany Tells Her Story
Sept. 18
Wilmette
Chabad of Wilmette will host this breakfast and lecture by Marthe Cohn, who became a French spy in Nazi Germany after her sister was sent to Auschwitz.
Bonus:
- The 2016 Friends of Lake Forest Library Book Sale begins Sept. 15 with a member preview and continues through Sept. 18. Shop more than 150,000 gently used books, CDs, DVDs and games at discounted prices. Make It Better is a proud media sponsor of this event.
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