Cook County Entertainment
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Why Rosemont is cracking down on fake weapons at fan festsJun 10, 2025 6:39 pm - A new Rosemont ordinance will let officers confiscate realistic-looking fake weapons at conventions and issue fines, prompted by cosplaying attendees who have carried imitation firearms and led to police calls in the past.
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Pushing the envelope: Upgraded dining spots a worthy opening act at RaviniaJun 10, 2025 5:53 pm - Visits to Ravinia Festival are an integral part of summer in the Chicago area, and while the musical acts are the headliners, don’t sleep on it as a dining destination.
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Fox River Trolley Museum hosts classic car show for Father’s DayJun 10, 2025 3:48 pm - Trolleys, classic cars, music from Elvis impersonator combine for Father's Day vintage fun at Fox River Trolley Museum's first Car & Tractor Show.
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Dining out: Lobster and rosé at Eddie V’s, chef collab dinner and moreJun 10, 2025 2:14 pm - In time for National Lobster Day (June 15) and National Rosé Day (June 14), Eddie V’s in Oak Brook is celebrating both during Eddie's Golden Nights. Plus, six St. Charles breweries have teamed up again for a special beer for a cause.
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Best Bets: DJs converge on Aurora Saturday for the A-Town House Music FestJun 10, 2025 1:40 pm - The A-Town House Music Fest takes over Wilder Park in Aurora, the Count Basie Orchestra headlines Cantigny’s Jazz and Wine Fest, and the rodeo comes to West Chicago’s Sonny Acres Farm.
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Spotlight: Marriott Theatre premieres 1980s jukebox tuner ‘Always Something There …’Jun 10, 2025 9:30 am - Marriott Theatre premieres the new 1980s-set jukebox tuner “Always Something There ...,” BrightSide Theatre revives the 1970s musical “Pippin” and Aurora’s Copley Theatre welcomes The Second City’s 65th anniversary show.
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Rails to Victory offers a train trip back to World War II eraJun 08, 2025 2:41 pm - About 300 visitors took a train trip through history this weekend at the Fox Valley Trolley Museum in South Elgin during its Rails to Victory experience.
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Hanover Township to hold Freedom Car Show June 13Jun 07, 2025 5:32 pm - Hanover Township will host a Freedom Car Show June 13 in Bartlett to raise funds for veterans programs.
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Prospect Heights Community Day features pancakes, visits with first responders and furry friendsJun 07, 2025 3:06 pm - Prospect Heights Community Day featured a pancake breakfast, fire and police station tours and kids’ activities on Saturday.
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Family-friendly pride parade fills Elgin streetsJun 07, 2025 2:54 pm - The Elgin Pride Parade & Festival drew thousands to the city’s downtown area Saturday.