Cook County Submitted Content
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Summer Music at Bethel opens season with mezzo soprano Kelly HillJun 25, 2026 12:01 am - Summer Music at Bethel begins July 10 with mezzo soprano Kelly Hill and pianist Jeffrey Panko performing works by Alma Mahler, Clara Schumann, Johannes Brahms and Kurt Weill at Bethel United Church of Christ in Elmhurst.
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U-46 board honors 14 All-State MusiciansJun 24, 2026 10:36 pm - Fourteen middle and high school students from Elgin Area School District U-46 were recognized at the June 15 board meeting for being selected as All-State Musicians through the Illinois Music Education Association's competitive audition process, representing the highest musical achievement for secondary students in Illinois.
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The King’s Brass bringing hymn classics to East DundeeJun 24, 2026 2:22 pm - On June 29, Tim Zimmerman and The King's Brass will perform hymn classics with contemporary flair at Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Dundee. The ensemble features three trumpets, three trombones, tuba, percussion and keyboards.
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Glenview Greek Fest at Sts. Peter & Paul on July 25 and 26Jun 24, 2026 1:10 pm - Sounds of bouzouki music and the enticing aroma of grilled lamb will fill the air at the corner of Wagner Road and Lake Avenue when the Glenview Greek Fest returns to Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church this summer.
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Forest preserves director, volunteer earn national honorsJun 24, 2026 12:34 pm - A Lake County Forest Preserves director and volunteer recently received national recognition for their contributions to conservation and public service.
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SCORE! students to put on their original opera ‘When We Are Older’Jun 24, 2026 11:45 am - Elgin area students, age 9-13, have created an original opera titled "When We Are Older" through the SCORE! program run by Hamilton Wings nonprofit. It’s the 23rd production from the program, which provides free arts education to underserved children. The opera will be performed on June 27 at Elgin Community College Arts Center.
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Palatine Township awarded $500,000 in Community Project Funding for Haven ProjectJun 24, 2026 10:43 am - Palatine Township has been awarded $500,000 in Community Project Funding championed by Congressman Mike Quigley. Palatine Township’s Haven Project will upgrade the Township facilities, including the food pantry to help meet the increasing demand of residents utilizing the services.
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Hanover Township to host June 28 Car ShowJun 24, 2026 10:27 am - Hanover Township will host its annual Freedom Car Show from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, at 120 Live, 120 W. Bartlett Ave., Bartlett. Attendees will have the opportunity to view many types of classic cars up close while participating in raffles and enjoying music from Howard Productions DJ.
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Hanover Township to hold Freedom Car Show June 28 in downtown BartlettJun 23, 2026 1:40 pm - Hanover Township will host its annual Freedom Car Show from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 28 at 120 Live, 120 W. Bartlett Ave. in downtown Bartlett.
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Schaumburg to open 70th anniversary exhibit and host concert July 6Jun 23, 2026 1:39 pm - Schaumburg is holding a special commemorative exhibition celebrating its own 70th anniversary and America’s 250th Monday, July 6, at the Schaumburg Township District Library at 130 S. Roselle Road.