Hear a Legend, Save Some Money, Get a Little Greener, Pick Up a Good Book

August has arrived, and with it lots of opportunities to get out and enjoy some fun, educational and money-saving Elmhurst events.

While Friday comes with a chance of rain, the National Weather Service is predicting, for the most part, a picture-perfect weekend.

• Friday, Aug. 2: Expect a high of about 79 degrees with a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms early in the day. Rain diminishes toward evening, with a nighttime low of 65 degrees.
• Saturday, Aug. 3: Slight chance of an early-morning shower, then clearing with a high of 78 degrees. Saturday night will get down to 61.
• Sunday, Aug. 4: Virtually no chance of rain. Sunny skies, high should hit 76 and low 59 Sunday night.

So, if you're looking for things to do this weekend, here's a sampling:

Friday, Aug. 2:

A Night With Neil Diamond
When: 8:30 p.m. 
Where: Elmhurst American Legion, 310 W. Butterfield Road
What: Steve Richards pays tribute to Neil Diamond, and you can bid on autographed Neil Diamond figurines. 
Cost: $10

Saturday, Aug. 3: 

Elmhurst Green Fest
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Wilder Park, Prospect and Church streets
What: Elmhurst Green Fest is hosted by the Elmhurst Park District and will feature guest speakers, green vendors and a recycling drop off, along with family and kids activities. During the event, just across the street at Elmhurst College, homeowners interested in saving money are invited to an Energy Efficiency House Party. Professionals from Conservation Services Group, in partnership with Nicor and ComEd, will demonstrate a home energy audit at  126 S. Prospect Ave. Check out the Elmhurst Green Fest website for more information. 
Cost: free

Friday and Saturday, Aug. 2 and 3

Downtown Discount Days
When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday
Where: downtown Elmhurst
What: Take advantage of lots of discounts and store specials. Toss a beanbag for specials, enjoy live music and more. For a full list of participating stores, click here. You'll find musicians at City Centre Fountain, My Favorite Toy Store and Rouse from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, and 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday. 
Cost: Free

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Aug. 2-4

And, don't forget to check out our garage sale map for slightly-used bargains!