Cook County Submitted Content
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Schaumburg’s Prairie Center marks 40th anniversary with name change, Second City performanceJun 05, 2026 4:46 pm - Schaumburg’s Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts will celebrate 40 years, adopt its new name, and host The Best of Second City all in one gala fundraiser.
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Summer meals campaign gets major boost with matching gift from Naperville businessJun 05, 2026 1:52 pm - Naperville-based john greene Real Estate commits $25,000 matching donation to West Suburban Community Pantry's Summer Meals campaign, doubling donor impact to provide nutritious food for local families struggling with rising grocery costs during summer months.
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Fox Valley Church breaks ground on new worship centerJun 05, 2026 12:10 pm - Fox Valley Church is celebrating 50 years in the community with a major expansion that will be finished in time for its anniversary. The new worship center and expanded children’s area will help the church continue to serve the growing Fox Valley region.
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Folk troubadour Mark Dvorak returns to Ravinia Farmers Market June 10Jun 05, 2026 11:55 am - The Ravinia Farmer’s Market, celebrating its 48th season, welcomes folk troubadour Mark Dvorak to the entertainment stage on Wednesday, June 10.
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Upcoming Stillman Nature Center events include bird walk, campfire, pond studyJun 04, 2026 3:05 pm - Stillman Nature Center in South Barrington will offer several events this summer, including a bird walk, a campfire, a look at turtles and snakes and a pond study.
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Strong start, bright future: Harper College alum continues engineering journey at PurdueJun 03, 2026 3:15 pm - When Brittney Monreal arrived at Harper College, she knew she wanted to pursue engineering, but she wasn’t entirely sure how to get there. She found a path grounded in support, preparation and opportunity that ultimately led her to Purdue University and a promising future in environmental engineering.
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New free short story sparking mental health conversations among youthJun 03, 2026 2:56 pm - Youth-driven publishing company Aiden Branss Books has released a new, free digital short story titled “The Author’s Notebook: A Short Story,” written by founder Aiden Branss.
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Moretti’s Ristorante & Pizzeria Launches ‘Pizza with a Purpose,’ recognizing students’ contributions to the communityJun 03, 2026 2:15 pm - Moretti’s Ristorante & Pizzeria has officially launched its Pizza with a Purpose Program, a new community-focused initiative created to recognize students, educators and school groups making a meaningful impact in their communities.
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Elgin’s St. Sophia Church celebrates Greek food and culture with three-day festivalJun 03, 2026 1:41 pm - St. Sophia Church in Elgin is hosting its 46th annual Greek Fest June 5-7, featuring authentic Greek cuisine, live entertainment, dancing, and marketplace shopping with free admission.
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Roselle’s Rose Festival and Parade celebrate community with music, cars and family funJun 03, 2026 11:16 am - The 64th annual Rose Festival returns to Petal Plaza in Roselle on June 5-6 with free admission, featuring live music from bands including Dixon Bandits and Jimmy Nicks, multiple food trucks, beverages, and family activities.