Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads. Oak Park-River Forest, meet Rafael Nieves.
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to shine a light on awesome moms in the Oak Park-River Forest area. Meet Mrs. Sadie Esco!
Pumpkin patches in the Oak Park-River Forest area are gearing up for the peak season.
The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in Illinois and other U.S. states.
Publish a photo of pops on Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.
Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on Patch.
The term "fireworks" includes firecrackers, cherry bombs, M-80's, bottle rockets and Roman candles.
Consumers nationwide are more likely to pick up a real Christmas tree this year. Here’s how to keep your family safe from a tree fire.
Many kids could go without gifts this Christmas. The Postal Service’s Operation Santa program wants your help keeping Santa’s magic alive.
For every holiday-related fire in Oak Park, the fire department will change a bulb in the wreath from green to red.
Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of quality local farms in the Oak Park-River Forest area.
The Salvation Army's annual fundraising campaign will look a little different this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Veterans in Oak Park and nationwide will be recognized on Wednesday.
Most banks, government offices and public schools in Oak Park and River Forest will be closed Wednesday.
Looking for a Oak Park-River Forest-area pumpkin patch before Halloween? Check out the Patch list.
There's still time for fall fun in River Forest. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
There's still time for fall fun in Oak Park. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
Pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Oak Park-River Forest-area pumpkin patches have to offer.
Halloween and fall festivities around Oak Park and River Forest are detailed below.
Halloween and fall festivities in Oak Park are detailed below.
Head out and pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Oak Park-area pumpkin patches have to offer.
Head out and pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions River Forest-area pumpkin patches have to offer.
Oak Park's traditional Fourth of July events may be canceled, but there are other ways you can celebrate the holiday safely.
Veterans, their families and the community will gather for the 94th annual parade on Monday.
The free holiday tree pickup is available for buildings with five or fewer units.
The event will feature poetry, live music, and a light reception.
Some overnight perking restrictions will be lifted until January 2.
The Grinch and his dog Max will play games and eat lunch at this special holiday event.
Go back in time with holiday carols, old-fashioned sleigh rides, and more.
Three locations will be accepting donations to benefit Austin Family and Community Center.
Here's how you can snag a spot at the "It's A Wonderful Life" popup bar.
Owners are even encouraged to dress up like their dogs for this fun annual event.
Leaf collection will take place weekly through Nov. 29.
Kids who attend the festival get a free pumpkin while supplies last.
All the pies will be made from scratch with ingredients from the farmer's market and baked in recyclable pans.
The spraying is set to take place on July 26, if weather permits.
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What to expect at Oak Park's 2018 Fourth of July celebration.
The parade will include free hot dogs for those in attendance.
Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.