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Five Things to Do in Elmhurst This Week

Tell us what we missed in the comments.

While most people's plans these days revolve around getting ready for Christmas, it's always good to take a little break and listen to some music or have a night out.

There's a little something happening in Elmhurst each day this week—a lot of it for a good cause. Tell us what we missed in the comments.

Monday, Dec. 9

Celebrate Recovery, a faith-based 12-step program that addresses all struggles, from anger, depression and fear to chemical dependency and eating disoders, will meet at 7 p.m. at West Suburban Community Church, 805 N. Van Auken, Elmhurst. Celebrate Recovery is a national initiative with local branches taking root all over the country.

Tuesday, Dec. 10

Elmhurst College Varsity Strings/Band Concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. at at Buik Recital Hall on the Elmhurst College campus. Admission is free!

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Wednesday, Dec. 11

Documentary: The Day Carl Sandburg Died will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave. This film was first shown on the PBS series, American Masters. Follow the modest upbringing of this intriguing and prolific poet and author.

Thursday, Dec. 12

IC Catholic Prep and Classic Cinemas York Theatre present, It’s A Wonderful Life at 1:30 p.m. at the York Theatre, 150 N. York, Elmhurst. Only $5!

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Friday, Dec. 13

Christmas Bake Sale-St. Demetrios Greek School will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 893 N. Church Road, Elmhurst. Homemade Greek pastries. Ohhh my! 


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