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GreenMan Theatre’s ‘Spooky Stories and Songs’ returns for three performancesOct 09, 2026 2:54 pm - GreenMan Theatre presents "Spooky Stories and Songs of the Season" on Oct. 16, 18, and 20, with performances at St. Peter's United Church of Christ and Elmhurst Public Library. The cast of 10 share ghost stories, folklore, and seasonal songs.
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Glenbard North Theatre to stage children’s classic ‘The Rainbow Fish’Oct 09, 2026 12:14 pm - On Oct. 15-17, Glenbard North Theatre will present “The Rainbow Fish,” adapted from Marcus Pfister’s children’s book. The story follows a beautiful fish who refuses to share her shimmering scales until a wise octopus teaches her that kindness is more valuable than beauty.
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Lake Park Film Appreciation Society event to showcase two German-themed classicsOct 09, 2026 10:50 am - On Oct. 14, the Lake Park High School Film Appreciation Society and Lake Park German Exchange Program will host a German-themed double feature in the West Campus auditorium in Roselle, featuring “Run Lola Run” and “The Third Man.”
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Get smart about AI and cybersecurity with CLCOct 09, 2026 9:56 am - The College of Lake County is offering a series of free cybersecurity workshops during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
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U-46 Magnet Academies earn national recognition for helping students turn passions into careersOct 08, 2026 10:36 pm - Elgin Area School District U-46's five Magnet Academies recently received national recognition, with four schools named "Nationally Certified Demonstration Schools" by Magnet Schools of America. Registration is open through Oct. 31.
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Northwest suburban groups unite for ‘No Kings Vote Early’ rally and Democracy FairOct 08, 2026 9:40 pm - Northwest suburban residents are organizing a "No Kings Vote Early" rally and Democracy Fair on Oct. 17 at North School Park in Arlington Heights as part of over 2,300 nationwide coordinated events.
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Classic meets contemporary in Maine South’s staging of ‘Sense and Sensibility’Oct 08, 2026 9:30 pm - On Oct. 15-17, Maine South Theatre presents Kate Hamill’s adaptation of “Sense and Sensibility.” It maintains Regency era authenticity through period costumes and mannerisms while adding modern elements like contemporary British indie-pop music and vibrant color palettes for a playful theatrical experience.
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Maine West Theatre to stage ‘Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood’Oct 08, 2026 9:18 pm - On Oct. 15-17, Maine West High School Theatre presents “Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood,” featuring a fresh retelling that shifts focus to Marian as the clever protagonist.
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Scout-run Haunted Hollow returns to Rosemont Oct. 23-24Oct 08, 2026 8:16 pm - Takhone Lodge #7's annual Haunted Hollow returns Oct. 23-24 at 9201 W. Higgins Road in Rosemont, featuring a 45-minute Brothers Grimm-themed haunted house experience. This youth-run fundraiser supports local Scouting programs.
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West Suburban Community Pantry to hold State of Hunger event Oct. 14 on rising food insecurityOct 08, 2026 3:31 pm - West Suburban Community Pantry will host a free State of the Pantry event on Oct. 14 in Woodridge, featuring tours of their facilities and updates on food insecurity challenges in DuPage and Will counties.