Experience Mount Prospect

Children's Storytime

Miss Jan leads a delightful storytime with adventures for everyone!

ye olde town inn - Serving Free Pizza to those serving our Country

Every Thursday from 5 pm to 9 pm, Ye Olde Town Inn located at 18 West Busse Avenue in downtown Mount Prospect, will be giving one free 9 inch individual pizza to any person showing an active United States military ID card. For additional information please call the Ye Olde Town Inn at (847) 392-3750 or visit the restaurant’s website at www.YeOldeTownInn.net.

Saturday Nights at El Sombrero Restaurant

Open dining until 11:00 p.m.
Strolling Musicians 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Outdoor Dining on our patio
LIVE Bands 9:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m.(NO COVER)
The bands change every week, the Drink Special is always $2.50 pints of Lite or MGD.
 

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights

Saturdays, May thru September
BluesMobile Cruise Nights in Downtown Mount Prospect are on a roll! Bring your car, come out with your family, or just take a walk down memory lane. Free for participators and spectators! Details: Saturday nights from now through September, 6-9 pm in the Metra Lot at Northwest Highway and 83. Brought to you by the Mount Prospect Downtown Merchants Association: www.downtownmountprospect.com or www.facebook.com/mpdma

Farmers Market

Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers’ Market will be held every Sunday, June 6 - Oct. 17 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Mount Prospect Train Depot West Commuter Parking Lot (corner of Northwest Hwy. & Rte. 83). For a wonderful array of fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and other goodies, stop by and check it out!

show your card

Your Mount Prospect Public Library card just became more valuable. The Library has struck a deal with local businesses to reward card holders. During the month of September, show your MPPL card at participating businesses and receive a discount or gift. Whether you need help with your taxes, want to save money on a meal, or need your car serviced, your Library card is the key to savings. Go to www.mppl.org/events for the complete list of businesses and their offers. Hurry in; these offers will end September 30. Don’t have a Library card? Then now’s the time to stop in and apply for one; you won’t want to miss these deals.
 

start a new web site

Byte Me offers Professional web hosting and email services starting at $100 per year. Start a website or transfer your existing website over to us by the end of September and get 6 months free hosting. Valid with any hosting package. Savings of $50 to $250 for the first year.
 

labor day bake sale at the farmers market

Come enjoy tasty baked goods made by our Mount Prospect Historical Society’s Board of Directors. Museum items will also be on sale. Hope to see you there!

Garden Club of Mount Prospect September Program

The Garden Club of Mount Prospect invites you to its September Program
Wed., Sept 8, 2010
Friendship Park Conservatory
11:30 Refreshments and Social time
12:15 - 1:15 pm Business meeting
1:30-2:30 pm Program: YOUR FALL GARDEN CALENDAR: PRESENTED BY JUDY WHERLEY
Planting, plant health care, pruning and planning – the four P’s of gardening. Judy will explain the four P’s of gardening to help us lay the groundwork for next spring. Contact Mary at 847-635-6239 for more info.

Stay Fit Kids running event

Stay Fit Physical Therapy & Core Wellness, Inc., is sponsoring a Stay Fit Kids running event on September 11 benefitting the Mount Prospect Library. All proceeds will go directly to the library. Prizes to top finishers in each age group. Meet at Sunset Park. For detailed information or to register for this event, please call 847-STAY FIT or go to www.stayfitpt.com.

Story Time with the MPPL @ Capannari's

Story Time with the MPPL @ Capannari's - 10 S. Pine St. September 11, noon. Register at the Library. Pizza, juice and ice cream with great stories read by MPPL Trustee.

Rally Day Festival

The Christian Education program of the Community Presbyterian Church, 407 N. Main St (Rte 83 at Gregory St) Mt Prospect is holding a Rally Day Festival. The celebration will take place Saturday September 11th from 2-6pm on church grounds. The day will feature classic lawn games, musical bands with jam sessions (bring your instrument), food and beverages, surprise speakers and much more. There are activities for all ages. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. For more information, please call 847 392-3111 or visit us at www.cpchurch.org.

Marché français - the farmers market with a French twist

Join the Mount Prospect Sister Cities Commission as they host “Marché Français – Mount Prospect Farmers Market with a French Twist” in conjunction with the Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers’ Market in the Metra Commuter Parking Lot along Northwest Highway at Rte. 83. Some of our “French” themed vendors include: Brie’s Gift Gallery; Canta Napoli; Dave’s Specialty Foods; La Spiceria; Olives 4 You; Retro Bistro; Sister Cities Commission; Vino100; Votre Vu Cosmetics; Plum Grove Gardens and Crafts. The Mount Prospect Public Library will be there with a special story time and Language Stars will have fun games for kids.

Fishing Derby

Robert T. Jackson Clearwater Park
Ages 4-14
Mt. Prospect Park District brings recreational fishing to the youngsters of Mount Prospect. Boys and girls age 4 to 14, accompanied by an adult, will have an opportunity to fish for blue gill and catfish. The Derby opens at 8:30am with an educational clinic on water and fishing safety. Fishing begins at 9am. Bring your own rod, reel and tackle; bait will be furnished. For additional information call 847-298-3500.

The Cat in the Hat Kids Event

Celebrate a new PBS kids series! There will be stories, games, stickers and more! This is not a costume character event.

Battle of the Bands

Sign up at Ken@capannaris.com.
 

Peace Walk

On September 18, the South Church will host a community-wide afternoon Peace Walk and an evening Peace Day Celebration to commemorate International Day of Peace. The General Assembly of the United Nations passed a resolution in 2001 naming September 21st as International Day of Peace (“Peace Day”).
4:00 Walk will begin from The South Church, 501 S. Emerson St.
4:30 Ceremony at Mount Prospect Village Hall
5:00 Peace Day Celebration at The South Church, 501 S. Emerson St.
Crafts, games, food and live music.

annual design school

Express your creativity.....and we will show you how!!!! Annual Design School starts September 22nd. Call for details. Class size limited to 20...sign up soon!!! 847/259-2210.
 

Daddy-Daughter Date Night

Friendship Park Conservatory
Ages 4-11 with Dad
Dress up in sparkling rock ‘n roll fashion with your favorite guy at your side. For additional information call 847-640-1000.
 

Central Continental Bakery’s 31st Anniversary Sale

Many wonderful discounts will be offered on an array of fresh and delicious bakery products.

fall fest/oktoberfest

Intersection of Emerson and Busse in downtown Mount Prospect
Hosted by the Mount Prospect Downtown Merchants Association
 

Fall Festival - noon to 4 p.m.
Enjoy a trick or treat line, pumpkin decorating, crafts, and live entertainment! Free to the public!

Oktoberfest - 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Celebrate Mount Prospect’s German roots at the 3rd annual Oktoberfest. The band, Phenix, will be headlining the event with their mix of popular covers and traditional German music. Free admission to the event!