Cook County Entertainment
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Bold and brassy: Exuberant ‘On Your Feet!’ stars born to portray Gloria and Emilio EstefanFeb 06, 2026 12:28 pm - Drury Lane Theatre’s entertaining regional premiere of “On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan” stars show veterans Gaby Albo and Samuel Garnica, who seem born to play the superstar couple.
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Silence speaks volumes at ninth annual Student Silent Film FestivalFeb 04, 2026 5:05 pm - Neuqua Valley High School's film "King of Hearts" won Outstanding Achievement in Cinema and the Audience Choice Awards at the ninth annual Student Silent Film Festival. Vernon Hills and Homewood-Flossmoor high schools also won the Outstanding Achievement Awards.
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Northwest Symphony Orchestra to present ‘FREEDOM!’ concertFeb 04, 2026 12:44 pm - The Northwest Symphony Orchestra will present “FREEDOM!,” an inspiring and emotionally charged concert program, on Sunday, March 22, in Arlington Heights.
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Dickens-themed dinner at Metropolis to feature ‘Food Glorious Food!’Feb 04, 2026 12:07 pm - This weekend, the spirit of Victorian London moves from the stage to the table with a special Dickens-themed dinner, “Food Glorious Food!” at the Metropolis Ballroom in Arlington Heights.
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Lake Park Film Appreciation Society presents ‘The Big Sleep’ for Valentine’s DayFeb 04, 2026 11:43 am - Lake Park High School's Film Appreciation Society is hosting a screening of the 1946 film noir "The Big Sleep" on Wednesday, Feb. 11, in celebration of Valentine's Day and classic Hollywood couples.
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How Kane County historian verifies Underground Railroad safe housesFeb 04, 2026 11:41 am - Eric Krupa, the collections and exhibitions manager at the St. Charles History Museum, has worked to verify local sites that were part of the Underground Railroad during the Civil War.
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American Wind Band holds 26th annual scholarship auditions for young musiciansFeb 04, 2026 10:56 am - American Wind Band is hosting its 26th annual scholarship auditions for talented young band musicians in eighth grade and high school.
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Enjoy romantic multicourse, prix fixe dining experiences this Valentine’s DayFeb 04, 2026 9:18 am - Time is of the essence to book a romantic, prix fixe dining experience at a suburban restaurant for Valentine’s Day.
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Pianist Julia Siciliano unveils Basque gems at Harmonia Concert SeriesFeb 03, 2026 5:28 pm - Award-winning pianist Julia Siciliano will perform a concert drawn from her forthcoming album "Basque Colorists" on Feb. 15 at Faith Community United Church of Christ in Bensenville.
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Dining out: Heart-shaped pizzas, Galentine’s Day and Lake County Flavor FestFeb 03, 2026 12:21 pm - Valentine’s Day is coming soon, and heart-shaped pizzas are already available at some restaurants. And don’t miss out on Galentine’s Day specials and the monthlong Lake County Flavor Fest.