Cook County Submitted Content
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South Elgin sisters receive Marklund’s Future Changemaker Award for volunteeringMay 07, 2026 1:02 pm - Two sisters from South Elgin, Dweny and Diya Geeth, were honored with the Future Changemakers Award at Marklund's annual volunteer recognition event for their exceptional dedication to volunteer service.
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Voices Unlimited Chorus celebrates the Declaration’s 250th anniversaryMay 07, 2026 12:59 am - The Voices Unlimited Chorus will perform “America -- Keep Singing,” a spring concert commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, on May 17 in Elgin. The program includes a Thomas Jefferson portrayal, patriotic songs, armed forces tributes, and faith-based music.
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A new chapter for wildlife: DuPage unveils net-zero conservation centerMay 06, 2026 11:43 pm - The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County opened its new 27,000-square-foot DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center in Glen Ellyn, which treats over 11,000 sick, injured, and orphaned native animals annually and educates tens of thousands of visitors about wildlife.
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College of Lake County names James Beckom as Chief Financial OfficerMay 06, 2026 2:50 pm - College of Lake County has appointed James Beckom as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Business Services and Finance, approved by the CLC Board of Trustees at its April 28 meeting.
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Sara Schroeder Photography ExhibitMay 06, 2026 2:24 pm - “Observe. Preserve. Evolve.,” the exhibit on display now at the Des Plaines History Center Gallery, features the work of photographer Sara Schroeder.
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‘Freaky Friday’ will be the first production back at renovated Northbrook Community CenterMay 06, 2026 1:48 pm - After an 8-month hiatus, Northbrook Theatre will reopen its doors next week to welcome the community to the upcoming production of “Freaky Friday: A New Musical.”
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Stories of Local Impact: Al and Patti Gustafson, leading with heartMay 06, 2026 12:25 pm - Leaders and Legacies, a partnership with the Daily Herald and DuPage Foundation, continues with Al and Patti Gustafson, a Woodridge couple who are deeply committed to early childhood education and pediatric cancer care.
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Chocolate Fest to kick off festival season in Long Grove May 15-17May 06, 2026 12:19 pm - Festival season begins in Long Grove the only way it knows how: with chocolate.
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Tour 7 gardens at Arlington Heights Garden Club’s annual walkMay 06, 2026 11:02 am - The Arlington Heights Garden Club annual Garden Walk and Unique Boutique will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 28.
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Mount Prospect Garden Club to learn pest control strategies from garden coachMay 05, 2026 2:34 pm - The Mount Prospect Garden Club will host Mark Lyons on May 12 to discuss "Controlling Garden Marauders" and strategies to prevent pests like aphids, squirrels, and rabbits from destroying gardens.