Algonquin Submitted Content
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No talking allowed: High schoolers get creative at Silent Film FestivalJan 10, 2025 10:50 pm - On Jan. 22, students from 11 Chicago area high schools will be showing their original motion pictures at the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove. The competition challenges the young filmmakers to tell their stories in visual terms without the aid of voices or sound effects.
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Learn to care for native plants and fight invasives in TLC’s free winter webinarsJan 09, 2025 8:00 pm - The Land Conservancy of McHenry County offers free webinars on native plant gardening topics like replacing invasives, caring for oak woods, planning gardens, and plants for sun and shade.
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Extension offers winter webinars on proper tree care techniquesJan 02, 2025 1:38 pm - Illinois Extension is offering a Community Tree Care Series to teach proper tree care techniques. The program includes online webinars from January to March covering topics like site selection, tree health, pruning, etc.
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Dundee Township Park District to host preschool open houseDec 31, 2024 5:09 pm - Dundee Township Park District preschools host open houses in January for families to meet staff, tour facilities, and learn curriculum before February enrollment.
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Marklund Children’s Home receives Seigle Foundation grantDec 23, 2024 11:15 am - Marklund CEO thanks Seigle Foundation for generous grant to help fund nursing call system installation, enhancing resident care and safety at Elgin facility for disabled individuals.
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USDA funds local food waste projectsDec 21, 2024 12:56 am - USDA invests over $7.5 million in 26 projects across 15 states to reduce food waste through composting and waste diversion, supporting climate and food security goals.
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A ‘prime’ opportunity: MCC delivers ESL classes to Amazon employeesDec 20, 2024 10:48 am - McHenry County College has partnered with the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Huntley to offer English as a Second Language classes on site.
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Daily Herald photo contest winners for November 2024Dec 15, 2024 4:00 am - Our top images for the month of November in the Daily Herald’s reader photo contest range from the wonders of the world, like the ancient pyramids in Giza or mountain ranges in New Zealand, to the small scenes of beauty found on a city street.
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ECC celebrates four students at 37th annual Techsgiving LuncheonDec 09, 2024 11:48 am - Three Elgin Community College students and one graduate receive $4,000 in scholarships from the Elgin Hispanic Network, recognizing their academic achievements and community involvement.
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Kane County photography contest showcases student artistryDec 09, 2024 11:44 am - The Kane County Regional Office of Education is hosting a reception for its annual Student Photography Contest on Thursday, Dec. 12.