Featuring:

• Samples From Over 125 Brews
• Great eats available for purchase
• Live music
• Limited to 2500 attendees
• Guest beer tent
• Vote for your favorite Illinois beer
• Home brew sampling

General Admission, VIP and Designated Driver tickets will be on sale May 1st at noon. For pricing and more event info, visit wheatonalefest.com.

Sponsored by Li Rosa Hair Salon, Jane Iredele Beauty Products, Visalus Sciences Nutrition, Lia Sophia, and Two Shopaholics just to name a few! Admission is FREE!
April 26th, 5:30-10:00 pm
Westin Hotel Lombard
70 Yorktown Center

H’orderves and refreshments will be served, door prizes will be given out and we’ll have complementary massages and health demonstrations.. Don’t miss out!

The Genunine Article will be donating Lampwork Beads and 10% of the night to a wonderful organization, Beads-of-Courage, which helps children with serious illness, tell and own their stories of courage. During this event everyone is welcome to make a String-of-Strength Bracelet to help commemorate the evening and remind you of the power and strength you have to be courageous! (2-Bracelets for $15; all proceeds are given to the Beads-of-Courage).

The Genuine Article 201 W Front St, 630.690.2323, GenuineArticleWheaton.com
Jewelry • Gifts • Art Glass • Bead Studio • Classes • Parties.

Thursday, April 12 – 7 PM

Over 45,000 Union soldiers were confined at Andersonville Prison, one of the largest military prisons established by the Confederacy during the Civil War. The prison operated for 14 months with poor sanitation, inadequate food, and overcrowding. In the summer of 1864 approximately 100 prisoners died every day from disease, malnutrition and exposure to the elements. Built to house 10,000 men, over 32,000 men were crowded in the 26 acre open stockade with 20 foot log walls. Hear how this compared to prisons in the North and what legal action was taken after the war ended. Admission fee applies.

Wheaton Civil War Fair

Friday, May 11—6:30 PM

During the Civil War both the North and the South were aided by the efforts of those left at home. Women made uniforms, knitted socks, sent food to the front lines, and raised money for their respected side. The Sanitary Commission, founded in 1861 sent women to nurse the wounded and improve the poor conditions and nutrition at the field hospitals and even in the camps. Lavish Fairs were hosted by local branches of the Sanitary Commission to raise funds through monetary donations and auctions. Chicago was the first to host a Sanitary Fair, called the Northwestern Soldiers’ Fair. It ran for 12 days and raised almost $79,000 for the war effort. The Wheaton Fair will replicate the Fairs during the Civil War by auctioning historic memorabilia along with other interesting items. The “hall” for the Fair will be filled with authentic Civil War memorabilia along with dinner. Music, “President and Mrs. Lincoln” and re-enactors will take part in the festivities. $50 per person.

Program and event fees benefit the Center for History and its education and preservation services.

Center for History • 630-871-6601 • info@wheatonhistory.com
315 W. Front St., 2nd Floor, Wheaton, IL
www.wheatonhistory.org

Click here to buy tickets or to learn more.

2012 will see the return of the Wheaton Ale Fest, the Chili Cook-Off and other long-time favorites such as Dickens of a Christmas Celebration and Vintage Rides.

Click here to check out the events schedule.

Event details subject to change.

The Dress by Nicole is hosting an Blue by Enzoani Trunk Show February 3rd-5th with special hours of 12-4pm on the 5th. Don’t miss this chance to try on select Blue by Enzoani samples from the 2012 collection. Brides will enjoy 10% off all Blue by Enzoani orders. Promotion excludes regular Enzoani and Love collections. Hurry and make your appointment today, space is limited! Stop by The Dress by Nicole at 131 W. Wesley St. in Wheaton, call 630-653-3737, or visit shopthedress.com to make your appointment today.

Kitty Chen Couture Trunk Show February 17-19th

The Dress by Nicole is hosting a Kitty Chen Couture Trunk Show February 17th-19th with special Sunday hours on the 19th from 12-4. Come see Kitty Chen’s amazing 2012 collection! Brides will enjoy 10% all Kitty Chen ordered during the event. Space is limited, so make your appointment today. Stop by The Dress by Nicole at 131 W. Wesley St. in Wheaton, call 630-653-3737, or visit shopthedress.com to make your appointment.

Jane Wang Trunk Show February 24-26th

The Dress by Nicole is hosting a Jane Wang Trunk Show February 24th, 25th and special Sunday hours on the 26th from 12-4. We are proud to be the only store in the Chicago area with her amazing couture collection! Come and see the exquisite beadwork and luxurious fabrics Jane uses in her truly unique couture gowns from NYC. Brides will enjoy 10% off all Jane Wang gowns ordered during the event. Hurry and make your appointment today, as space is limited. Stop by The Dress by Nicole at 131 W. Wesley St. in Wheaton, call 630-653-3737, or visit shopthedress.com to make your appointment.

There is a $10 class fee, but don’t worry..they will give you a $15 coupon good the night of class! Call (630) 752-1584 to reserve your spot in this popular class.