Get Ready for Fall: Oktoberfest is Coming Saturday

Family-friendly event will benefit the Lemont Township Family Assistance Fund.

Fall is in the air – so it’s the perfect time for Lemont Township’s Oktoberfest, planned for noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Lemont Township Community Center at 16300 Alba Street. This is the second year for the family-friendly event, where fest-goers can purchase tasty food and refreshing drinks from Three Corners Grill & Tap, and buy a pumpkin to take home from Puckerville Farms. And, new this year – residents can get into the spirit of Oktoberfest by entering their own home-baked treats in the fall homemade dessert competition. Amateur cooks and bakers can drop off their best pumpkin bars, apple cobblers or other fall desserts by 3 p.m. – and for a $2 donation, fest-goers will earn a chance to taste and vote for their favorite …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today

Oct. 4: Farmers Market, Project Infinite Green Kickoff

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Tuesday.

The weekly Lemont Farmers Market continues today in the Talcott Square parking lot. The market runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. CLICK HERE for more information, including a complete list of vendors. The Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A workshop meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday has been canceled. The board will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11. A short kickoff event for the new education initiative "Project Infinite Green" will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Lemont High School, 800 Porter St. The organization will give 15 Lemont students the opportunity to learn about green technologies and sustainable practices. The Rotary Club of Lemont-Homer Glen is hosting an "Oktoberfest" celebration from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Ruffled …

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PHOTOS: Lemont Township Hosts 'Oktoberfest'

The first ever fall festival raised money for the Lemont Township Family Assistance Fund.

Lemont Township hosted its first ever "Oktoberfest" for kids and families Saturday at the Lemont Township Community Center, 16300 Alba St. The event featured games for kids, pumpkin carving provided by Puckerville Farms, live music, a bean bag tournament and food from 3 Corners Grill and Tap. All proceeds will support the Lemont Township Family Assistance Fund.

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Families Invited to Lemont Township for 'Oktoberfest'

The fall event will include raffles, a bean bag tournament, games, food and beverages. The fun begins at noon Saturday at the Lemont Township Community Center.

Lemont Township will kick off the fall season this Saturday with an all-day festival for kids and adults. Oktoberfest will be held from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday at the Lemont Township Community Center, 16300 Alba St. The event will include a number of activities for families, including games, a bean bag tournament and live music. Kids Activities (Noon - 4 p.m.) Live Music on the North Patio (4 p.m. - 8 p.m.) Picnic Table and Prize Raffle (7 p.m.) Winners do not have to be present, but all tickets need to be purchased by 6:45 p.m.

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Patch Picks: Fall Activities

Fall is in the air. Looking to celebrate the season with fun activities? Lemont has you covered.

Every Thursday, Patch will run a weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. For this week, we're looking at things to do to celebrate the fall season. Join family and friends for food and fun from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, at the Lemont Township Community Center, 16300 Alba St. Activities are planned for kids of all ages. A bean bag …

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Pumpkin Patch

Weekend To Do List, Fall Edition: Oct. 22-24

Stick around Lemont this weekend for plenty of fun fall activities.

Friday Mash Bash at the Library The Lemont Public Library is hosting a Halloween Party for teens from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event will feature a live DJ, dancing, taffy apples and more. Saturday 3 Corners Grill & Tap Okto-beer-fest From 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m., 3 Corners Grill & Tap is celebrating the season with a huge selection of German beers, entertainment and prizes. The restaurant will also launch their "3 Corners Mug Club. Lemont Park District's 2010 Fall Fest Join Lemont Patch as we sponsor the 2010 Fall Fest at Centennial Park, 16028 W. 127th St. The event will begin at 4 p.m. and will feature a scarecrow-building contest, snacks, music, games and a costume contest. The festival is free and open to the public. Sunday Second Annual…

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Weekend To Do List: Oct. 15-17

Fall is in full swing in Lemont with a jam-packed weekend of fun activities.

Friday LHS Varsity Football vs. T.F. North The undefeated Lemont High School Indians will take on T.F. North at home Friday night. The sophomore game begins at 5 p.m., and the varsity game begins at 7 p.m. Add a Side of Relief to Your Meal Support the the Lemont Township Family Assistance Fund and the Lemont Open Food Pantries by "adding a side of relief to your meal." Throughout the month of October, relief menus will be offered at This Must Be the Place, PC's Pancake Cafe, Stonehouse Pub and 3 Corners Grill and Tap. Customers can add a monetary or food donation to their dine-in bill. Saturday Holiday Beginnings The Lemont Garden Club is hosting "Holiday Beginnings," a showcase of creative floral designs that celebrate the upcoming …

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