Cook County Lifestyle
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Ascension Illinois opens free pharmacies in Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove VillageFeb 06, 2026 2:44 pm - A new partnership will provide access to free medications for low-income, uninsured people at Ascension Illinois’ three hospital campuses in Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village and Chicago.
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Speakers preach unity at Arlington Heights prayer breakfastFeb 06, 2026 11:35 am - Arlington Heights residents of different faiths came together Thursday to emphasize unity over division at the 39th annual Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast.
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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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Elgin High School hosts annual National Biodiversity Teach-InFeb 03, 2026 11:14 pm - The annual National Biodiversity Teach-In on Feb. 6-20, organized by environmental science students at Elgin High School, features webinars on various topics related to biodiversity and environmental protection.
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Home & garden calendar, Feb. 8-14Feb 03, 2026 5:06 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like propagation, new plant varieties, succulents, fruit growing, nature journaling, and more.
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Cook County offering spay, neuter discounts for pets this monthFeb 02, 2026 1:51 pm - Cook County pet owners can bring their dogs and cats to participating veterinarians to receive up to a $40 discount on spay or neuter services this month.
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Bargains galore: Shop discounted inventory at Chicago Winter Bike SwapFeb 02, 2026 9:05 am - The Chicago Winter Bike Swap at the Kane County Fairgrounds on Feb. 8 attracts around 1,000 bikers and vendors. The swap features bikes, components, and gear for sale by individuals and discounted inventory from bike shops and vendors.
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Hoffman Estates police dog back on duty after injuryFeb 01, 2026 4:32 pm - Hoffman Estates police dog Ajax is back on duty thanks to some skilled veterinarians and help from a national organization that assists law enforcement canines.
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Preferred route for Lake-Cook bike path topic of open house meetingJan 30, 2026 3:26 pm - The preferred alternative to close a bike path gap along Lake-Cook Road will be available for public viewing and input from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at West Ridge Center, 636 Ridge Road, Highland Park.
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Kick off gardening year with Native Gardener’s ClubJan 30, 2026 3:23 pm - Kick off the gardening year with the Native Gardener’s Club meeting from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays monthly on Zoom.