Get ready to party, scream, skate and say “checkmate.” Here are five fun things to do this weekend and one very important event — if you’re a Star Wars fan — to look forward to.
*Ghoulish DJ Night, 9 p.m. Friday at the Oak Lawn Ice Arena, 9320 S. Kenton Ave., Oak Lawn. 708-857-5173; olparks.com.
Put the freeze on those frights as you skate to the beat. Admission is $8, skate rental $3.
*Halloween party for 3- to 7-year-olds, 11 a.m. Saturday, Acorn Public Library, 15624 Central Ave., Oak Forest. 708-687-3700; acornlibrary.org.
Age-appropriate games, snacks and crafts.
*Teen Halloween Party, 3 p.m. Saturday, Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn. 708-422-4990; www.lib.oak-lawn.il.us/.
Open to teens in grades nine to 12, this pre-trick-or-treat party will feature a not-so-scary movie, games and, of course, candy.
*Checkmate, 10 a.m. Saturday, Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library, 11960 Pulaski Road, Alsip. 708-371-5666; alsipmerrionetteparklibrary.info.
Open to chess players in grades one and up, this class is a chance to learn new moves and test skills, such as logic, focus and concentration. Newbies and experienced players are welcome.
*Frightmare Haunted House at Haunted Trails, 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 7759 S. Harlem Ave., Burbank. 708-598-8580; www.frightmarehauntedhouse.com/.
Scare up some fun on Halloween weekend. Cost is $12.
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* “Calling all Jedis!”, Homer Township Public Library, 6 p.m. Thursday, 14320 W. 151st St., Homer Glen. 708- 301-7908; homerlibrary.org.
Celebrate the Star Wars universe with out-of-this-world activities, including a chance to spin the asteroid wheel, play galactic games, dress as your favorite Star Wars character and mingle with other Jedi. Bring your own camera. Foam light sabers will be sold for $2.
— Donna Vickroy
