Entertainment
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Hanover Park hosts ‘90s-themed Summer Soiree Aug. 17Jul 30, 2024 7:30 am - Hanover Park will host a “Summer Soiree with a ‘90s Vibe,” featuring bands Starlight City and Modern Days Romeos, with a laser light show finale, on Saturday, Aug. 17.
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Shenanigans on the Green returns to Hoffman Estates Aug. 10Jul 30, 2024 7:29 am - The Northwest Celtic Fest: Shenanigans on the Green returns to Hoffman Estates’ Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green from 1 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10.
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For cool cocktails on demand, turn to your freezer
Jul 30, 2024 6:45 am - Ripe, peak-season watermelon is one of the best things about summer, and here it takes the leading role in a slushy cocktail.
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Festivals Aug. 2-8: Lollapalooza, National Night Out events, North Aurora Days and moreJul 29, 2024 7:15 pm - Mark your calendars for National Night Out events, Taste of Roselle, North Aurora Days, Festival of the Arts in Libertyville, Bluesmobile Cruise Nights and more happening this week.
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Shaq’s Big Chicken planning next location in Arlington HeightsJul 29, 2024 5:12 pm - Big Chicken — the fried fowl fast food franchise of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal — will open a location this fall in Arlington Heights, officials announced.
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Side Street Studio Arts to host AREA 22 Arts, Crafts & Oddities FairJul 29, 2024 3:38 pm - Side Street Studio Arts, in conjunction with the City of Elgin and the Downtown Neighborhood Association, will host AREA 22 Arts, Crafts, & Oddities Fair on Saturday, Aug. 3, from noon to 8 p.m
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Childish Gambino is done. Donald Glover is ready for what’s next.
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McHenry County Fair serving up new eating contests starting July 30
Jul 29, 2024 12:37 pm - The McHenry County Fair, which celebrated its 75th anniversary last year, is about to open the gates for the 76th year starting Tuesday, July 30, and running through Sunday, Aug. 4.
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Hanover Township Senior Art Show kicks off Aug. 1Jul 29, 2024 10:53 am - Hanover Township older adults will display works of art at the township’s 18th annual art show, “HT Creates,” running Aug. 1 through the 28.
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Residents turn out to watch Streamwood Summer Celebration paradeJul 29, 2024 9:43 am - Hundreds of people lined Streamwood Boulevard Saturday as the Summer Celebration parade marched west to Hoosier Grove Park, its final destination.