Danada Equestrian Center offers Halloween fun
Horses get in on the fun of the season during the annual Horsin’ Around Day Trick or Treat, set for noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Danada Equestrian Center, 3S507 Naperville Road in Wheaton.
Candy will be passed out and horses in the barn will be dressed in costume. Attendees can vote for the best costume and take a tractor-drawn wagon ride through the forest preserve.
Although admission is free, wagon rides cost $5 per person for those 5 and older and free for children younger than 5; children younger than 14 must be with an adult. Details are at 630-668-6012.
Supreme Court cases highlighted at La Grange seminar
Learn more about U.S. Supreme Court decisions during a seminar 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the La Grange Public Library, 10 W. Cossit Ave.
Former AP government and politics teacher Jan Goldberg, a member of the League of Women Voters in La Grange, will talk about three cases from the most recent term: Trump v. Barbara, about birthridge citizenship; Little v. Hecox, about transgender athletes in high school sports; and Louisiana v. Callai, about racial bias in gerrymandering. She’ll also offer a glimpse into some upcoming cases.
No registration is needed for the seminar, which is free and open to the public. Details are at www.lagrangearealwv.org.
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Day of the Dead celebration set at North Riverside
Digital Hot Shots owner Matt Morales celebrates the company’s 30th anniversary with a Dia De Los Muertos event from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 1 at North Riverside Park Mall, 7501 W. Cermak Road.
Live performances include nearly 50 folkloric dancers from groups such as Ballet Folklorico Sones Mexicanos, Mariachi Los Palmeros, Morton Baile Folklorico and La Academia, and a parade that takes place through the mall.
Attendees can bring photos of loved ones to the ofrenda next to the store. Morales, a Little Village native, began the celebration in 2020 to share the traditions with area residents.
Community House seeks junior board members
Students in Hinsdale and nearby communities who want to make a difference are invited to apply for the junior board at The Community House in Hinsdale.
Oct. 31 is the last day to apply to the 2026-27 board, which will include more than 50 sophomores, juniors and seniors. Sign up at thecommunityhouse.org.
The mission of the nonprofit organization is this: “To build healthier communities by connecting people to experiences, programs, and resources that strengthen physical, emotional, and social well-being; grounded in our belief in the power of community,” according to the website. It offers programs for youths and adults and sessions related to art and fitness.
10 Chicago horror authors visit Book Loft
Ten authors from the Horror Writers Association of Chicagoland will join to tell spooky campfire stories at 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Book Loft, 1047 Lake St. in Oak Park.
They’ll talk about scary things and sign copies of their books. The authors include J.R. Blanes, Grace Daly, Dane Erbach, John Everson, Christopher Hawkins, Chris Kauzlarich, David Rider, Michael Allen Rose, Math Salinas and J9 Vaughn. Information is at 708-665-3199.
American composers star in chamber concert
The Salt Creek Chamber Orchestra presents “American Voices” as its season opener at 3 p.m. Nov. 1 at First United Methodist Church of La Grange, 100 W. Cossitt Ave.
Music by Aaron Copland, William Grant Still, Augusta Read Thomas and Caroline Shaw will be performed. Tickets cost $25 for general admission and $20 for seniors and students. Buy tickets at the door or at scco.booktix.com.
Chicago architecture on display in new book
Chicago-based photographer, influencer and tour guide Ronnie Frey will talk about his passion for the city’s architectural history and latest book during Doorways of Chicago from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 4 at the La Grange Area Historical Society, 444 La Grange Road.
Attendees can see some of his photographs and buy signed copies of the book.
Tickets, $10 per person, can be bought at lagrangehistory.org or by calling 708-482-4248.
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