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Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestras’ 2026-27 season explores music’s ability to shape ‘Hearts & Minds’Nov 09, 2026 8:28 pm - The Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestras’ season exploring “Hearts and Minds” begins with Nov. 15 concerts examining “The Power and Politics of Music.” Youth Symphony collaborates with Elgin Master Chorale to perform Carl Orff's politically charged “Carmina Burana,” while younger orchestras explore protest music and works challenging authoritarianism through pieces by Beethoven, Sibelius, and Stravinsky.
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New fine dining restaurant, sports bar with rooftop patio part of downtown Elgin redevelopment planNov 05, 2026 1:12 pm - A fine dining restaurant, neighborhood market and sports bar with a rooftop patio are part of a proposed downtown redevelopment plan, which has received preliminary approval from Elgin City Council members.
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With honor: Suburban restaurants salute service members with special offers for Veterans DayNov 05, 2026 5:15 am - Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11, and many suburban restaurants are saluting those who have served and are currently serving in the military by saying thank you with free or discounted meals. Here are some of those offerings.
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Best Bets: ‘Greatest Show on Earth’ returns, and Grayslake cellist Drew Wiegman joins LeAnn Rimes in concertNov 03, 2026 5:58 pm - Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus features the return of Bello Nock during the Allstate Arena shows, cellist Drew Wiegman joins LeAnn Rimes on her “30 Years of ‘Blue’ Tour” at the Genesee Theatre and “Thanks for the Memories: A USO Tribute” comes to Elgin Community College.
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Seattle folk singer brings songs of peace to Highland Avenue Coffeehouse Nov. 13Nov 03, 2026 4:40 pm - Seattle folksinger Mike Stern, known for his songs about peace and justice, will perform at Highland Avenue Coffeehouse in Elgin on Nov. 13. He will be accompanied by percussionist Michael Overman and local singer Peg Lehman.
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Elgin council approves plan for new 7 Brew on city’s east sideOct 30, 2026 2:30 pm - Despite objections from some neighbors and a negative recommendation by the city’s planning and zoning commissioners, the Elgin City Council has approved a plan for a new 7 Brew drive-through coffee shop on the city’s east side.
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The Bottle Department in downtown Elgin serves 250-plus craft beersOct 30, 2026 10:00 am - A repurposed office building with ties to downtown Elgin’s storied past is now home to The Bottle Department, a new bar offering more than 250 craft beers.
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Best Bets: Howl-O-Ween at Morton, Day of the Dead celebrations and comedian Gabriel Rutledge at ZaniesOct 28, 2026 11:02 am - The Howl-O-Ween dog costume parade and contest strolls into The Morton Arboretum, Day of the Dead celebrations take over the suburbs, and comedian Gabriel Rutledge gets real at Zanies in Rosemont.
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Dining out: Holiday specials at Andy’s Frozen Custard and STK, wine dinner at Violi and moreOct 28, 2026 9:13 am - Halloween is just around the corner and Andy’s Frozen Custard has a limited-time treat with a pair of favorite candies. And STK is celebrating Día de los Muertos with specialty drinks, while Violi will host a Greek wine pairing dinner on Nov. 5.
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Elgin’s Going Dutch Festival showcases female and nonbinary artistsOct 27, 2026 12:48 am - Side Street Studio Arts in Elgin hosts the 16th annual Going Dutch Festival from Nov. 6-8, celebrating female and nonbinary artists across dance, theater, music, visual art, and interdisciplinary performance with local, regional, and traveling artists.
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