Cook County Entertainment
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‘Not just for golfers’: Bar and food truck offer something new at historic golf course in ElginJul 02, 2026 12:44 pm - Chip Shots Golf and Whiskey Bar recently opened as part of the new $4.3 million, 9,600-square-foot clubhouse at the Wing Park Golf Course in Elgin. A permanent food truck outside offers elevated takes on classic handhelds, while the inside houses state-of-the-art golf and sports simulators and a full-service bar.
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Enjoy free screening of ‘Project Hail Mary’ in WheelingJul 02, 2026 7:38 am - Science-fiction fans can head to the Indian Trails Public Library in Wheeling on July 24 for a free showing of the hit movie “Project Hail Mary.”
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Yacht Rockettes to play Des Plaines park on July 30Jul 02, 2026 7:36 am - A cover band called the Yacht Rockettes will perform July 30 in Des Plaines.
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Family of violinists to be featured in Sinfonietta DuPage’s Summer ConcertJul 02, 2026 1:59 am - The Sinfonietta DuPage will present a summer concert on July 21 at Peace Church in Lombard, featuring the Arias/Kim family of violinists performing Vivaldi's Concerto for Three Violins and Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 4.
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Historic American flag returns to public view at Arlington Heights museumJul 01, 2026 4:55 pm - A 19th century flag with deep roots in Arlington Heights history has been restored and is on display at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum.
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Kids invited to dance at Des Plaines Public LibraryJul 01, 2026 12:18 pm - The Des Plaines Public Library will hold a dance party for young patrons Friday.
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Woodfield Mall to kick off July 4 weekend with ice cream party FridayJul 01, 2026 11:08 am - Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg will kick off the Independence Day weekend with an ice cream party Friday in celebration of America’s birthday.
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It’s a dog’s life — at the restaurant: Tips for dining out with your petJul 01, 2026 10:53 am - Historically, U.S. restaurants that allowed you to bring your dog were few and far between. It was a real leap forward when restaurants allowed Fido to sit on the patio. In the Chicago market alone, there are now more than 500 restaurants that allow dogs on the patio.
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‘HERstory’ crawl showcases important women in Palatine historyJul 01, 2026 10:25 am - The Palatine Historical Society honored six important women in the village’s history during the Downtown Palatine HERstory Crawl Sunday.
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Best bets: Celebrate July 4 with baseball, fireworks and free concertsJul 01, 2026 10:24 am - Celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary this weekend at Six Flags Great America’s patriotic drone show, the Chicago Dogs’ fireworks display, the Grant Park Music Festival and more.