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Johnny's Kitchen & Tap in Glenview hosted Octoberfest in the Tent, a weeklong celebration of great food, fellowship, live music and dancing.

Customers feasted on Johnny's famous rotisserie pork loin, chicken schnitzel, bratwurst, regular menu items and plenty of German beer including Hacker-Pschorr Weisse, Hofbrau Octoberfest, Krombacher and Steigl.

Live entertainment was provided by Bonnie Bridges (Sept 18 & 19), Blonde Date (Sept 25, images below) and Deborah & Rich (Sept 26). Visit Johnny's website for more information about food specials, holidays and other special events...

The Taste of Greektown celebrated its 30th year as Chicago's ultimate Greek Fest, serving guests with three days of authentic Greek food, music, dancing, culture and fun.

Participants enjoyed delicious food from Greektown's famous Greek restaurants including popular items like Souvlaki, Roast Lamb, Grilled Octopus, Pastichio, Moussaka, Gyros, Athenian Chicken and more.

The Jesse White Tumblers entertained the crowds with their amazing show (Sat & Sun), while the dance troupe from the Orpheus Hellenic Folklore Society (OHFS) performed Sunday night. Devanco foods also hosted their 4th annual gyros eating contest.

Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church hosted its annual Palos Hills Greek Fest where guests enjoyed great food, music, dancing, carnival rides and fun for the kids.

Happy participants at the 3-day event went "Greek for the weekend" indulging in delicious food including Greek chicken, souvlaki, spinach pie, gyros, saganaki and more. Desserts included favorite Greek pastries like Baklava, Kourambiedes and Loukoumades plus Greek style coffee and frappe.

The popular fest raises funds to support various church ministries including the Koraes school program for children.

This event photo gallery is sponsored by Athenian Body Shop — serving Chicago Ridge and surrounding communities since 1970 with quality collision car repair and maintenance. Services include major and minor repairs, painting, welding, reconditioning and more.