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Five Things You Need to Know this Week: Aug. 28-Sept. 2

Visit Wisconsin on a day trip, see the Chicago White Sox take on the Twins, or take a stroll on down to the Farmer's Market. Here are five things you need to know to start your week off with a bang!

1. Back to School

Congratulations parents, you survived the summer with your kids! To celebrate Back to School season, Patch visited the . Check out our photo gallery to see if you see yourself.

2. Last Call for Baseball

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Haven't had a chance to see the Sox yet this season? Aug. 30, Evergreen Parkers will take the trek down to U.S. Cellular Field to . Tickets including bus transportation are available at the Recreation Department or by calling 708-229-3373.

3. Farmer's Market

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If you haven't yet made it out to thetake some time and visit and support the local economy. The market is in the parking lot at 89th and Kedzie every Thursday, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. through October. The Weather Channel is predicting a high of 91 degrees with no rain.

4. ZUMBA Fitness

In case you missed it last Friday, , 3450 W Maple St., is holding a high-calorie burning, shape-contouring fitness course with Body By Jeanai, who's celebrating 10 Years of body transformations through dance. Register online or call 708-650-0393. This exercise class is open to all and begins at 6 p.m.

5. Day Trip from Evergreen Park

The Office of Citizen's Services is taking a on Aug. 31.Spend the day strolling historic Cedar Creek, have lunch at Creme & Crepe Cafe, tour the Cedar Creek Winery and stop at Mars Cheese Castle. Tickets are $68. The motor coach departs the at 7:15 a.m. and returns at 5:15 p.m. For information, call 708-422-8776.

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