DuPage County Submitted Content
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Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley marks first year with ‘Bark in the Park’ event on July 11Jun 20, 2026 1:24 am - Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley celebrates its first anniversary with “Bark in the Park,” a free community event on July 11 featuring local vendors, dog wellness services, training demonstrations, and family activities including an owner-pet lookalike contest and donation drive for the Naperville Area Humane Society.
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Naperville nonprofit hosts youth-led environmental education events this summerJun 20, 2026 12:50 am - Accelerate Climate Solutions, a local nonprofit focused on youth education and community empowerment for climate action, announces two upcoming youth-led events in Naperville.
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Oak Brook Park District joins in 17th annual ‘World’s Largest Swimming Lesson’ on June 25Jun 20, 2026 12:15 am - The Oak Brook Park District will participate in the 17th annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson on June 25, offering free 30-minute swimming and water safety lessons for children ages 3-12 at Swim Central.
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St. Charles celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with July 4th concert, displaysJun 20, 2026 12:01 am - St. Charles will celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a free patriotic band concert by the Fox Valley Concert Band on July 4 on 1st Street Plaza downtown, with limited seating available.
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Kane County appoints Brian Dahl to new regional transit authority board, reappoints Joe McMahon to Metra boardJun 19, 2026 11:47 pm - The Kane County Board appointed Brian Dahl to the Northern Illinois Transit Authority board and Pace Suburban Bus board, while reappointing Joe McMahon to the Metra board where he has served as chair since 2024.
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Lake Park summer civics program builds native plant rain gardenJun 19, 2026 11:45 pm - Lake Park High School’s “Civics in Action” summer program transformed a neglected courtyard into a native plant garden to support wildlife and pollinators while teaching students about environmental conservation and civic engagement.
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From street murals to art classes: How St. Charles Arts Council transforms the cityJun 19, 2026 3:32 pm - The St. Charles Arts Council has had a passion for community and art for the past 15 years, and they are just getting started.
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One in three people with migraines may face a newly recognized stroke riskJun 18, 2026 11:38 pm - New research reveals that middle-aged and older adults experiencing migraines with aura face a 73% higher risk of ischemic stroke. These migraines, affecting one in three migraine sufferers, cause temporary sensory disturbances like flashing lights and blurred vision.
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Fox Valley Toastmasters’ free event to help jobseekers June 20Jun 18, 2026 9:47 pm - Fox Valley Toastmasters is hosting a free event on June 20 at St. Charles Public Library for job seekers to practice interview skills.
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Fitness meets fresh air: How Monarch Landing turns movement into adventureJun 18, 2026 8:31 pm - Fitness specialist Ellen Coman at Monarch Landing senior living community creates adventure-based wellness programs that transform campus walks into engaging activities like the Petal Pickup Pursuit, where residents solve flower-themed riddles while collecting bouquet kits.