South Elgin
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Things to do Nov. 17-23: Lightshows, Turkey Trots, tree lightings, holiday markets and moreNov 15, 2023 5:00 am - Ongoing Fall Flower Show: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Nov. 26 at Wilder Park Conservatory, Church Street and Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst. A seasonal display of fal...
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ECC dual credit student Olivia Opalinski finds her opening in the performing artsNov 14, 2023 10:00 pm - Last spring, Elgin Community College student Olivia Opalinski of Carpentersville decided to try something new. She auditioned for the ECC Theatre Department's productio...
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Elgin Symphony's 'Music for Woodwinds' features music of Strauss, Mozart and RavelNov 14, 2023 10:00 pm - On Sunday, Nov. 19, the Elgin Symphony Orchestra will present a program featuring its woodwind section. Pieces featured in this intimate performance will include French...
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Marmion Academy musician accepted into the 2023 Macy's Great American Marching BandNov 14, 2023 10:00 pm - Marmion Academy junior and talented trumpeter Thomas Chapski of Elgin was selected to join the 2023 Macy's Great American Marching Band for the 97th annual Macy's Thanks...
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Aurora celebrates Diwali, Festival of LightsNov 14, 2023 10:00 pm - Thousands turned out in the City of Lights to celebrate the Festival of Lights. The city of Aurora's Indian American Advisory Board hosted its ninth annual Diwali celebr...
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Quilts of Valor Chapter presents quilts to 11 veteransNov 13, 2023 10:00 pm - This Veterans Day, the Quilts of Valor Foundation's chapter at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church of Elgin recognized veterans of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Elgin. A ...
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Suburban houses of worship look to beef up security amid rising hate crimesNov 13, 2023 4:00 am - Some suburban houses of worship are looking to beef up security amid a rise in hate crimes and incidents of Islamophobia and antisemitism. The Illinois Emergency Managem...
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How students connecting with trusted adults on campus is raising high school graduation ratesNov 13, 2023 4:00 am - A 13-year high in the state's high school graduation rate is being attributed to a number of factors, but one common element among some suburban schools experiencing suc...
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Geneva brewery and chocolate shop team up for holiday treat that benefits local nonprofitNov 13, 2023 12:00 am - Two Geneva businesses have combined their passions to create a tasty treat for the holidays. Like a twist on the classic Reese's Peanut butter cup commercial, Penrose B...
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West Aurora High Drama brings 'Arsenic & Old Lace' to the stage Nov. 16-18Nov 12, 2023 10:00 pm - West Aurora High School Drama is putting on the classic dark comedy "Arsenic and Old Lace" on Nov. 16-18. The shows will be at 7 p.m. Thursday to Saturday in the school ...