Elgin Submitted Content
-
Marklund hosts annual gift opening eventJan 02, 2025 10:17 pm - Over 170 Marklund Center residents enjoyed opening Christmas gifts with the help of volunteers at their annual event.
-
Extension offers winter webinars on proper tree care techniquesJan 02, 2025 1:38 pm - Illinois Extension is offering a Community Tree Care Series to teach proper tree care techniques. The program includes online webinars from January to March covering topics like site selection, tree health, pruning, etc.
-
Elgin church to host Healing of Nations Jan. 6Dec 31, 2024 11:40 am - The community is invited to a service of music and prayer for the “Healing of the Nations” on Monday, Jan. 6, at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Elgin.
-
South Elgin awarded $600K grant to improve Tredup ParkDec 26, 2024 8:33 pm - South Elgin is receiving a $600,000 matching funds grant to upgrade Ralph E. Tredup park with playground with zip line, shelters, gardens, and trails.
-
Local artist’s legacy lives on: Water Street Studios hosts benefit exhibitDec 26, 2024 11:59 am - A collection of artwork by the late Ed Dlugopolski will be exhibited Jan. 10-12, with proceeds to benefit Water Street Studios. The Batavia artist headed the art department at Glenbard West for over 30 years.
-
Elgin church hosts musical and charity events this JanuaryDec 24, 2024 12:15 am - Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Elgin hosting events in January including organ recitals, a service to support refugee/immigrant outreach, and a hymn singing celebration.
-
Marklund Children’s Home receives Seigle Foundation grantDec 23, 2024 11:15 am - Marklund CEO thanks Seigle Foundation for generous grant to help fund nursing call system installation, enhancing resident care and safety at Elgin facility for disabled individuals.
-
USDA funds local food waste projectsDec 21, 2024 12:56 am - USDA invests over $7.5 million in 26 projects across 15 states to reduce food waste through composting and waste diversion, supporting climate and food security goals.
-
Hoffman Estates travel company celebrates 46 years with Toys For Tots driveDec 17, 2024 12:06 am - Hoffman Estates' Cruises International organizes annual Toys for Tots drive, collecting gifts for children to spread holiday cheer, exemplifying the travel company's commitment to community service.
-
Fine Line opens exhibit reflecting on life’s impermanenceDec 16, 2024 12:24 pm - The Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles hosts new exhibition, "(r)evolutions", reflecting on mortality and the cyclical nature of time through digital artwork.