Elgin Submitted Content
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Fabbrini Park in Hoffman Estates to be closed July 13-17Jun 17, 2026 4:20 pm - The Hoffman Estates Park District has announced Fabbrini Park at 1704 Glen Lake Road will be temporarily closed from Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17.
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Kane County Fair awards $15,000 in 4-H scholarships to three local studentsJun 16, 2026 9:40 pm - The Kane County Fair board awarded $5,000 scholarships to three 4-H members: Katelyn Dorn of St. Charles, Willa Getzelman of Hampshire, and Cecilia Ochs of Algonquin, providing $1,250 annually for four years of higher education.
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Elgin Master Chorale announces landmark 80th anniversary seasonJun 16, 2026 9:15 pm - The Elgin Master Chorale announces its 80th anniversary season for 2026-27, featuring two major classical works performed with regional orchestras.
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AgeGuide announces retirement of CEO Marla FronczakJun 15, 2026 4:29 pm - AgeGuide, the Area Agency on Aging for Northeastern Illinois, recently announced that CEO Marla Fronczak will retire in December 2026, concluding a remarkable career dedicated to improving the lives of older adults, veterans, and communities throughout the region.
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Elgin’s New Citizen Recognition Ceremony marks 26 years of welcoming immigrantsJun 14, 2026 10:19 pm - Elgin's 26th annual New Citizen Recognition Ceremony will be held June 23 at The Centre of Elgin's Heritage Ballroom, celebrating new citizens from various countries with city officials and community members in attendance.
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Children’s Theatre of Elgin to present Disney’s ‘Newsies’Jun 12, 2026 4:51 pm - Children’s Theatre of Elgin and Fox Valley Theatre Company are proud to present Disney’s “Newsies,” the Tony Award-winning musical inspired by the true story of the 1899 New York City newsboys strike.
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YWCA Elgin celebrates 125 years of community service with anniversary galaJun 11, 2026 8:53 am - YWCA Elgin celebrates its 125th anniversary with a gala on Aug. 21 at Carmina's Banquet, featuring auctions, awards, and Mexican cuisine. Purchase an early-bird ticket for $100 until June 30.
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Chamber Music on the Fox celebrates LGBTQ+ composers in season finaleJun 10, 2026 1:17 pm - Chamber Music on the Fox concludes its season June 14-15 with "Resonant Voices," celebrating LGBTQ+ composers' contributions to classical music, guest-curated by performer Eric Pidluski and featuring works by Benjamin Britten and Jennifer Higdon.
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Northwest Fourth-Fest returning to Hoffman Estates’ Now ArenaJun 09, 2026 5:22 pm - Northwest Fourth-Fest, the region’s largest free-admission Fourth of July Celebration, returns to Hoffman Estates outside the Now Arena at 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, with the carnival running Wednesday, July 1, through Sunday, July 5.
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Elgin Community College to host first Homecoming Weekend this fallJun 05, 2026 8:08 pm - Elgin Community College announces its first Homecoming Weekend, September 15-20, featuring a week of events including sports games, wine tasting fundraiser, Shakespeare theater production, and a 5K run.