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5 Things to Do: ‘IllumiBrew’ at the Morton Arboretum, ‘History on Tap’ in Downers Grove and more

Visitors to the Morton Arboretum’s “Illumination” can make s’mores over warming bonfires.

Visitors to the Morton Arboretum’s “Illumination” can make s’mores over warming bonfires. (John Starks jstarks@dailyherald.com)

By 5 Things to Do in DuPage and Cook Counties
  1. “IllumiBrew” at Morton Arboretum: The Morton Arboretum in Lisle will host its annual beer tasting event to kick off “Illumination: Tree Lights” at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14. Sip and sample beer and cider as you walk the “Illumination” trail. Visit the Morton Arboretum’s website for more information.
  2. “History on Tap” Trivia Pub Crawl: Multiple locations in downtown Downers Grove will participate in this fun event sponsored by the Downers Grove Historical Society from 5-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13. Answer local trivia questions at the locations while enjoying beer, wine, soft drink and appetizers. Click here for more information or to purchase tickets.
  3. “The Game’s Afoot”: The McAninch Arts Center Studio Theatre presents this suspenseful comedy by Ken Ludwig on select nights through Nov. 23. Showtimes are 7 p.m. for evening shows and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees. Visit atthemac.org for tickets or more information.
  4. Wheaton French Market: Shop at one of the last French Market events of the season! The market runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the city’s pavilion at Liberty Drive and Main Street each Saturday through Nov. 29.
  5. Holiday Open House Weekend: Visit downtown Naperville and browse shops for special holiday discounts and more. Visit downtownnaperville.com for more information.
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