Des Plaines Lifestyle
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Grab your rod and reel: Spend quality time with family at suburban fishing derbiesJun 15, 2026 5:00 am - With Father’s Day coming up, local fishing derbies offer a relaxed way to spend time with Dad — or other friends and family.
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The 400 Club: Meet Illinois’ most dedicated rare bird chasersJun 10, 2026 9:31 am - Meet Illinois’ most dedicated rare bird chasers, some of whom have seen 400 or more bird species in our state.
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Home & garden calendar, June 9-20Jun 09, 2026 3:32 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like the DuPage Monarch Project, the New Perennial Movement, and more. Also find more on garden walks, garden shows, and nature walks.
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Farmers markets this weekJun 09, 2026 5:11 am - Farmers market season is here, bringing fresh produce, handmade goods and more back to local downtowns and parks.
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Church expansion proposal moves forward in Des PlainesJun 05, 2026 1:42 pm - A Des Plaines church’s expansion plans have been tentatively approved by the city council.
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Daily Herald photo contest winners for May 2026Jun 04, 2026 8:24 am - The top finishers in May’s amateur photo contest showcase nature’s beauty.
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Home & garden calendar, June 2-13Jun 02, 2026 3:29 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like the New Perennial Movement, native plants for small spaces, and more. Also, listings on plant sales, nature walks, garden walks and workshops.
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Shimmering Summer: Chicago Botanic Garden to feature iridescent bubble artJun 01, 2026 10:31 am - Playful art in the sky, on land, and in the water will highlight nature through a new lens during Shimmering Summer at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe.
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Kids interact with reptiles and more at Des Plaines Family Day at Lake ParkMay 30, 2026 1:57 pm - Des Plaines Park District’s Family Day lived up to its name Saturday as families gathered at Lake Park for live entertainment, inflatables, food trucks, paddle boats, kayaking, sailing on the lake and golfing.
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Home & garden calendar, May 26 to June 6May 26, 2026 3:35 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like herb gardens, edible fruit, and more. Also lists of nature walks, plant sales, garden walks, and workshops.