Cook County Submitted Content
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New library exhibit weaves together community, craftivismJun 18, 2025 5:01 pm - The Arlington Heights Memorial Library celebrated the art of making with the grand opening of its newest exhibit, Community & Craftivism, showcasing how art can become an opportunity to build community and advocate for change, one stitch at a time.
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DJ and prizes at Northbrook Park District’s 17th annual Liberty Loop & Lap 5K and Fun RunJun 18, 2025 12:56 pm - Preparations for Northbrook’s Independence Day festivities are underway, and the community is invited to join in the fun and start the day with the 17th annual Liberty Loop & Lap.
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McHenry Outdoor launches Sensory-Friendly WednesdaysJun 18, 2025 12:31 pm - Families with sound-sensitive children encouraged to enjoy the drive-in experience
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Marklund opens renovated ball field after successful donor campaignJun 18, 2025 11:27 am - The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley donated $100,000 to help Marklund surpass its $250,000 goal for renovating a specialized baseball field on its Geneva campus.
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Elgin church to host June 26 blood driveJun 18, 2025 11:25 am - St. Hugh of Lincoln Episcopal Church is partnering with Versiti Blood Center to host a community blood drive on Thursday, June 26
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St. Nectarios Greek Fest returns with food, music, gamesJun 18, 2025 11:18 am - Described as a Greek party in the Northwest suburbs, St. Nectarios’ annual Greek Fest returns Friday, June 20, through Sunday, June 22, at the church, 133 S. Roselle Road in Palatine.
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Cayman Island missionaries to visit Arlington Heights churchJun 17, 2025 11:16 pm - Lutheran missionaries Rev. Gerald and Heidi Paul will recount their work in the Cayman Islands at a free church event with potluck dinner in Arlington Heights.
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Seigle Foundation renews support for immigrant and low-wage worker advocacy groupJun 17, 2025 10:49 pm - Seigle Foundation renews support for immigrant advocacy group to empower low-wage workers in Elgin-Dundee through community outreach and education.
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Free Hokusai Japan Fest features traditional arts and cuisineJun 17, 2025 3:16 pm - A family-friendly "Hokusai Japan Fest" celebrating Japanese culture will be held on Saturday, June 21. Hosted by the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and McAninch Arts Center, it will feature performances, demos, vendors, and more.
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Indivisible Elk Grove Township’s inaugural event draws 6,000Jun 17, 2025 9:30 am - One of the Indivisible Movement’s newest chapters, Indivisible Elk Grove Township, hosted their first event on June 14 in Arlington Heights to join with millions of pro...