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Morning, it’s Burbs Explored, your trusted guide for exploring and living well in the Chicago suburbs. This week, we’re sharing an interview with the founder of Fleur + Form, our favorite spots in Galena, and a great list of upcoming events.

Have a great week and as always, please reply back with any questions, feedback, or local recommendations.

Life In The Burbs

Weekly Spotlight: Galena

Looking for a weekend getaway as the weather starts warming up? Consider Galena, the historic town nestled in the rolling hills of northwest Illinois, about two hours from Chicago. A great place for a weekend escape or family road trip with everything from boutique shops and creative restaurants to hikes with goats and award-winning golf courses. We have curated our favorite places to eat, drink, stay, and play around Galena. Check out the guide below, and let us know your favorite Midwest getaway spots!

Upcoming Events

NORTH SHORE

• Bites & Brews | April 10 (Glenview)

• Alma Padel Launch Party | April 11 (Glenview)

• George Trois Spring Pop Up Dinner | April 11 (Winnetka)

• Bunny Brunch & Egg Hunts | April 12 (Wilmette)

• Pinstripes Kids Club - Easter Crafts | April 12 (Northbrook)

• Crosby’s Kitchen Vice Wine Dinner | April 12 (Niles)

• Double Clutch Brewing Spring Fling Party | April 12 (Evanston)

• Tala Coffee Class 101: Roastery Tour & Cupping | April 12 (Libertyville)

• Winter Market on Main | April 13 & 27 (Skokie)

• Elawa Farm Spring Brunch & Egg Hunt | April 12 & 19 (Lake Forest)

• Spring Egg Hunt | April 19 (Glencoe)

• 52nd Annual Egg Hunt | April 19 (Winnetka)

• Buck Russell’s Cupcake Workshop | April 19 (Wilmette)

• Hewn Bakery: Bake a Difference | April 23 (Evanston)

• Elawa Farm Golden Gills Farm Dinner | April 25-26 (Lake Forest)

• Tala Coffee Class 102: Brewing Basics | April 26 (Libertyville)

• Une Année Brewery Spring Makers Market | April 27 (Niles)

• Spirit Elephant Party on the Patio! | April 30 (Winnetka)

• Touch-A-Truck Family Festival | May 4 (Glenview)

• Live music at Evanston Space | Ongoing (Evanston)

NORTHWEST SUBURBS

• Mockingbird Wine Event | April 10 (East Dundee)

• AXPONA Audio Expo | April 11-13 (Schaumburg)

• Photos with the Easter Bunny | April 12 (South Barrington)

• Pinstripes Kids Club - Easter Crafts | April 12 (South Barrington)

• Woodstock Indoor Farmers Market | April 12 & 26 (Woodstock)

• Farmers Market at The Dole | April 13 & 27 (Crystal Lake)

• Spring Floral Workshop with Fleur + Form | April 17-18 (Barrington)

• Master the Art of Scaling & Deboning Fish | April 23 (East Dundee)

• Bon Appetit: Community Food & Drink Festival | April 24 (Hoffman Estates)

• Polyanna Brewing Bockfest | April 26 (Roselle)

• Whiskey & Roses | April 30 (Hoffman Estates)

• Derby de Mayo Pub Crawl | May 3 (Mount Prospect)

• Chicagoland Spring Race | May 4 (Schaumburg)

• The Distance Social’s Whiskey and Cigar Social | May 8 (East Dundee)

• Barrington Spring Wine Walk | May 10 (Barrington)

• Swing Into Spring | May 10 (Arlington Heights)

• Reptile Show at The Arb | May 10 (South Barrington)

• Mother’s Day 5K | May 11 (Barrington)

• Cookie Crawl 2025 | May 14 (Arlington Heights)

• Duke’s Alehouse SustainabiliTEA Party | May 17 (Algonquin)

• Standup Comedy at the Improv | Ongoing (Schaumburg)

WESTERN SUBURBS

• Easter Egg Painting at JoJo's shakeBAR | Through April 20 (Naperville)

• Cosley Zoo EGGciting Family Night | April 11 (Wheaton)

• Pinstripes Kids Club - Easter Crafts | April 12 (Oak Brook)

• DoNot Stop Half Marathon | April 12 (Wheaton)

• Catigny Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch | April 12-13 (Wheaton)

• Brookfield Zoo Spring Fest | April 12-13 (Brookfield)

• Naperville Women’s Half Marathon & 5K | April 13 (Naperville)

• Vistro Prime Wine Dinner | April 16 (Hinsdale)

• Flashlight Egg Hunt | April 17 (Glen Ellyn)

• Red Oaks Farm Table Dinner | April 17 (Wheaton)

• Preservation Wine Dinner | April 17 (Geneva)

• Publican Quality Bread Dinner Series | April 18 (Oak Park)

• Spring Fun At The Forge | April 19 (Lemont)

• The Great Egg Hunt | April 19 (Naperville)

• The Morton Arboretum Easter Brunch | April 20 (Lisle)

• Brookfield Zoo Whirl Gala | April 26 (Brookfield)

• The Graceful Ordinary Bourbon Dinner | April 28 (St. Charles)

• Niche Wine Dinner | April 30 (Geneva)

• Moto Imoto Sake Dinner | May 1 (St. Charles)

• Hale Street Tents Return | May 3 (Wheaton)

• Tails on the Trails | May 4 (Lisle)

• One Lake Beer Supper | May 7 (Oak Park)

• Hinsdale Kitchen Walk | May 9 (Hinsdale)

• The Morton Arboretum Spring Wine Tasting | May 10 (Lisle)

• Zoo Uncorked: Flocktails & Feathers | May 10 (Brookfield)

• Standup Comedy at The Comedy Vault | Ongoing (Batavia)

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