Cook County
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10 from District 207 honored by State Board of EducationFeb 18, 2026 3:16 pm - A total of 10 individuals from District 207 were honored as part of the Illinois State Board of Education Those Who Excel and Teacher of the Year program this year.
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Muslims begin holy month of Ramadan with fasting and feeding those in needFeb 18, 2026 2:54 pm - Muslims across the suburbs and globally began the Islamic holy month of Ramadan Wednesday with daily fasting from dawn to sunset, while also increasing giving charity, worship and reflection during the period.
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Northbrook Park District offers noncontact football skills competition for ages 6-14Feb 18, 2026 1:57 pm - Next month, the Northbrook Park District will bring back the Youth Punt, Pass and Kick Challenge, a football skills competition for children ages 6-14.
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Chamber Music on the Fox hosts ‘Heartstrings: A Musical Valentine’Feb 18, 2026 1:33 pm - The Chamber Music on the Fox series presents "Heartstrings: A Musical Valentine," featuring romantic favorites from composers like Robert and Clara Schumann and W.A. Mozart.
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Buffalo Grove Park District conducting resident surveyFeb 18, 2026 1:33 pm - The Buffalo Grove Park District has launched a community survey to hear from residents about their experiences, perceptions, and priorities of parks, programs, and facilities.
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Short Story Theatre presents six true stories March 12Feb 18, 2026 1:00 pm - Short Story Theatre will present an evening of six warm, wise and wonderful true stories about myriad topics, including starting a mahjong business, befriending your doctor, sewing a perfect seam, car woes and a grudge from childhood.
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Vineyard Church offers free fun and games at Friend-FestFeb 18, 2026 12:47 pm - Friend-Fest 2026 is a free community event hosted by Vineyard Church of Elgin on March 7, offering fun activities, games, and food for kids through fifth grade. The event provides a safe and enjoyable environment for families, with carnival-like games and a "Calm Room" for quieter activities
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American Wind Band takes you on a journey with ‘Music Across the Globe’Feb 18, 2026 12:03 pm - On Feb. 22, the American Wind Band presents a free concert titled "Music Across the Globe" at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, featuring music from various countries like Ireland, Czech Republic, Norway, and Korea.
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DuPage County Historical Museum has a full exhibit & event schedule planned for 2026Feb 18, 2026 11:16 am - The DuPage County Historical Museum in Wheaton has planned several new events for 2026, including Trivia Night: Americana, Sacred Spaces Bus Tour, Preview Brunch for Route 66, and Night at the Museum.
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GreenMan Theatre’s murder mystery dinner puts a new spin on ‘Pride & Prejudice’Feb 18, 2026 10:54 am - Pride & Prejudice & Murder" is a murder mystery dinner theater production by GreenMan Theatre, with performances on select dates in February and March. The play is a comedic twist on Jane Austen's novel, where Mr. Darcy is suspected of being murdered, and the Bennet sisters must solve the mystery.