DuPage County Entertainment
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Dining out: National Tequila Day specials, Ted Lasso ice cream and moreJul 21, 2026 5:32 pm - Suburban restaurants are honoring National Tequila Day Friday with specials. Plus, Jeni’s Ice Creams is bringing back a Ted Lasso-inspired flavor and CityGate Grille in Naperville is offering some rare sips during an upcoming bourbon pairing dinner.
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Vote on $11M contract to renovate old bank building in downtown Des Plaines delayedJul 21, 2026 2:45 pm - A Chicago construction company is in line for an $11 million contract to renovate a historic bank building in downtown Des Plaines.
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Coffee shop coming to Des Plaines will get city grantJul 21, 2026 9:34 am - A coffee shop is coming to a long-vacant storefront in Des Plaines. Alibi Coffee House is planned for 749 W. Golf Road, which is in the Market Place shopping center at the southeast corner of Golf and Elmhurst roads. It’s expected to open this year, after a renovation that’ll be partially funded by the city.
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Streamwood’s 30th annual Summer Celebration adds ‘Wizard of Oz’ themeJul 20, 2026 1:13 pm - Each year, the Streamwood Summer Celebration Committee works to bring new ideas and events to the free festival while keeping it welcoming and enjoyable for all ages.
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Fine Line Creative Arts Center brings the best of AfterImage Film Fest for outdoor screeningJul 20, 2026 11:53 am - On Saturday, July 25, Fine Line Creative Arts Center and the AfterImage Film Festival are hosting “Best of Fest 2026,” featuring the best short films at the April festival.
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DuPage County Fair kicks off Thursday with first 4-H Alumni DayJul 20, 2026 11:46 am - On opening day Thursday, July 23, the DuPage County Fair, in collaboration with the University of Illinois Extension, is hosting its first 4-H Alumni Day featuring an alumni salute, tours, games and free admission for preregistered 4-H alumni.
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Lombard announces rescheduled date for America 250 fireworks displayJul 20, 2026 10:41 am - Lombard will hold its rescheduled America 250 fireworks display on Sunday, Sept. 6, at Madison Meadow Park at 500 E. Wilson Ave.
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‘Hunger doesn’t look just one way’: How Loaves & Fishes helps families get back on solid groundJul 20, 2026 9:45 am - Fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs. What might be a simple weekly grocery list for some may be out of reach for families just trying to make ends meet. That’s where Loaves & Fishes Community Services in Naperville comes in.
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Is slimming down the wedding squad Taylor and Travis-style the new nuptial trend?Jul 18, 2026 5:20 pm - Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may be the most high-profile example of a couple opting for a slimmed-down wedding party. Suburban wedding planners say scaling back attendants can make for a more intimate, less chaotic experience.
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Amateur chefs whip up grab-and-go goodies at Mount Prospect storeJul 18, 2026 8:00 am - Many dream of becoming a professional chef but are reluctant to take that step. Mount Prospect residents Charles and Alynne Chen are turning that dream into reality for area amateur chefs — and making their creations available to the public.