Burlington Submitted Content
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Northern Illinois Food Bank’s 13th annual A Taste That Matters raises over $430,000 for hunger reliefMay 30, 2025 11:48 pm - Northern Illinois Food Bank's annual fundraiser raised over $430,000, which translates to $3.4 million worth of groceries. The event, presented by Jewel-Osco, was attended by over 600 guests and featured an extensive silent auction, open bar, and food tastings from local chefs and vendors.
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Elgin church to host benefit concert for food bankMay 27, 2025 11:41 pm - Outdoor classic rock concert with Voices band at St. Hugh of Lincoln Church on June 2. Enjoy music while supporting the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
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Special tribute to Steve McMichael planned for Walk ALS at Cantigny ParkMay 27, 2025 7:08 pm - On May 31, ALS United Greater Chicago will hold its Walk ALS fundraiser at Cantigny Park. Activities, food, and a bagpipe performance honoring Steve "Mongo" McMichael, who recently died from ALS, will precede the walk.
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Deadline extended to join Side Street Studio Arts’ open air marketMay 24, 2025 1:08 am - Elgin art studio hosts swap meet for handmade and used items on June 14. Artists and community members can sell, swap or donate creations and clothing at the open market event.
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Open Door Health Center of Illinois seeks volunteers for Pride, Juneteenth festivitiesMay 23, 2025 10:58 am - Open Door Health Center of Illinois is participating in Pride and Juneteenth celebrations in Elgin and Aurora. Volunteers are needed to decorate vehicles, walk in the parade, or join in the outreach.
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AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois joins statewide advocacy day to protect Older Americans Act servicesMay 22, 2025 10:47 pm - On May 28, Illinois aging agencies will hold events across the state, calling on lawmakers to invest in the Older Americans Act that supports millions of seniors and caregivers.
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‘I was in utter disbelief’: Two Central High students earn perfect ACT scoresMay 21, 2025 4:15 pm - Central High School is proud to announce juniors Caleb Goldenstein and Sanay Gulati have each earned a perfect composite score of 36 on the ACT.
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Plan your next adventure with the 2025 guide to Summer FunMay 21, 2025 12:06 pm - The Daily Herald's 64-page Summer Fun guide offers ideas for local outings like concerts, festivals, exhibits, and getaways this season across the Chicago area and Illinois.
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The Lodge Foundation unveils state-of-the-art theater at historic Elgin landmarkMay 20, 2025 5:49 pm - A $2.6 million transformation brings new life to the former Elgin Elks Lodge, expanding access to local arts. The Lodge Foundation hosts an opening night performance of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” produced by point2point productions.
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Kane County releases youth-led report on mental health priorities and recommendationsMay 20, 2025 5:04 pm - Kane County students identify key mental health issues including discrimination, cyberbullying, teacher bias, and lack of emotional regulation skills in report outlining targeted strategies.