Elgin Submitted Content
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Free tax preparation available at Hanover TownshipJan 20, 2026 12:55 pm - Hanover Township and volunteers from AARP are offering free tax preparation beginning Feb. 9 at the Township Senior Center, 240 S. IL Route 59, in Bartlett. Appointments are required and are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Jan. 26. Appointments will not be scheduled after April 6.
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Elgin Fringe Festival opens artist applications on Feb. 1Jan 19, 2026 5:38 pm - The Elgin Fringe Festival is seeking bold and creative performing and visual artists to showcase their work at this year's festival.
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Elgin Community College begins new semester highlighting local resourcesJan 19, 2026 11:15 am - ECC marked the start of the new semester with an employee convocation. Four community partners presented information on immigration, food insecurity, and health and wellness.
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St. John’s hosts ‘Instrument Petting Zoo’ to kick off National Lutheran Schools WeekJan 19, 2026 10:28 am - St. John's Lutheran School in Elgin is celebrating National Lutheran Schools Week from Jan. 25-30 with the theme "Let's make a joyful noise."
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Side Street Studio Arts presents the seventh annual Winter Mini FringeJan 16, 2026 10:17 pm - The Winter Mini Fringe, a one-day festival on Jan. 31, features a diverse lineup of performances and events designed to capture the bold and experimental spirit of the Fringe Festival.
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Gowns for Good offers affordable bridal and prom dresses while supporting the communityJan 16, 2026 12:53 pm - Gowns for Good, dedicated to making formalwear accessible while giving back to the community, is hosting two events this winter: a Wedding Gown Sale at The Haight in Elgin, followed by a Prom Dress Sale at Hampshire High School.
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Elgin Organ Tour date for Immanuel UCC Streamwood moved to AprilJan 15, 2026 9:34 pm - The Great Elgin Pipe Organ Tour event scheduled for Jan. 18 in Streamwood has been rescheduled to April 19.
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Elgin Woman’s Club hosts ‘Sip for Success’ benefit on April 19Jan 14, 2026 7:32 pm - The Elgin Woman's Club is hosting a benefit event called "Sip for Success" to raise funds for scholarships.
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U-46 announces two new administrator appointmentsJan 13, 2026 9:51 pm - On Monday, Jan. 12, the Elgin Area School District U-46 board appointed two candidates to leadership roles within the district, effective for the 2026-27 school year.
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Les Ballets Trockadero to bring ballet with a twist to ECC Arts CenterJan 13, 2026 7:52 pm - Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo brings its all-male troupe to the ECC Arts Center on Jan. 31, offering a mix of virtuosic pointe work and parody of classical ballet favorites.