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Daily Herald photo contest winners for July 2026Aug 06, 2026 9:46 am - The top finishers in July’s amateur photo contest showcase the rich colors of nature.
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Over 60 vendors of arts and oddities to line Elgin’s Riverside Drive for annual Area 22 fairAug 05, 2026 1:43 pm - The third annual Area 22 Arts, Crafts + Oddities Fair returns to downtown Elgin on Saturday, Aug. 8, featuring over 60 artist vendors, unique attractions, and expanded food offerings.
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Filmmaker making documentary on East Dundee’s residents, legacyAug 04, 2026 3:24 pm - It may not become a Hollywood blockbuster, but a full-length documentary about East Dundee will capture the voices of its residents and the village’s identity and roots, local filmmaker Dave Hudson says.
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Dining out: National Filet Mignon Day deals, sundae tower at The Greggory and moreAug 04, 2026 11:54 am - Suburban steakhouses are serving up deals for National Filet Mignon Day, The Greggory in South Barrington has a new build-your-own sundae tower, and The Morton Arboretum is hosting a farm-to-table dinner Aug. 13.
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Jamboree Days revives Carpentersville’s summer fest traditionAug 04, 2026 10:55 am - Jamboree Days returns to Carpentersville after a long hiatus, featuring the venerable rock bands The Ides of March and The Buckinghams as headliners. The free two-day event Aug. 7-8 will include multiple bands, food vendors, and a youth talent showcase.
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Hampshire couple brings Argentine, Italian heritage and love of hospitality to new Elgin tapas and wine barAug 02, 2026 11:30 am - Elizabeth and Guillermo Barrientos will showcase their Argentine and Italian heritage with their new tapas and wine bar, SUR Barrels and Boards, in Dream Hall in downtown Elgin.
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Community unity: Join National Night Out events in the suburbsJul 30, 2026 10:48 am - National Night Out is an annual event held on the first Tuesday in August, intended to bring communities together to enhance the public’s relationship with local police and emergency personnel while building neighborhood spirit. This year’s official date is Tuesday, Aug. 4, although some events take place in the surrounding week.
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AREA 22 Fair brings art, oddities to ElginJul 29, 2026 11:49 am - AREA 22: Arts, Crafts, & Oddities Fair returns for its third year Saturday, Aug. 8, on Riverside Drive in downtown Elgin. It features more than 60 artist booths with original artwork, handmade crafts, and unique oddities.
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Suburban residents compete on national ‘American Ninja Warrior’ TV stageJul 29, 2026 11:19 am - When season 18 of “American Ninja Warrior” premiered on June 8, six suburban Chicago people were among the 240 or so athletes from across the country vying to compete on one of television’s most difficult obstacle courses.
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Cheers to 50 years: As the last Bennigan’s in Illinois, Elgin restaurant keeps brand’s tradition of Irish hospitality aliveJul 29, 2026 8:52 am - Bennigan’s is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. And Elgin is home to one of only six full-service Bennigan’s remaining in the U.S., and the only one in Illinois. “People get really excited when they find out we’re still here,” general manager Rami Kaldani said.