Kane County Entertainment
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‘Bring lots of water’: Kane County Fair exhibitors beat the heat with fans, shade and ice creamJul 16, 2026 4:23 pm - As temperatures reached the mid-90s and smoke from wildfires hung in the air at the Kane County Fair, exhibitors from 4-H clubs, show judges and a fair official revealed how they cope.
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Carnival rides, Foreigner concert highlight Elk Grove Rotary Fest’s 40thJul 16, 2026 8:34 am - Music has always been an important part of Elk Grove Rotary Fest, which began in 1986 with Chubby Checker as the inaugural featured performer. The festival returns this week with nationally recognized bands Thursday through Saturday, including Foreigner.
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Annual Geneva Arts Fair to transform Third Street into colorful outdoor galleryJul 15, 2026 8:51 pm - The Geneva Arts Fair returns to Third Street on July 25-26, featuring diverse artwork including painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and glass. It also features special attractions like the Arts Garden, live music by Drew Clausen, and children's art workshops.
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‘Like a festival with bike racing’: Chicago Grit series combines cycling competition with family funJul 15, 2026 10:42 am - The Chicago Grit presented by SRAM comes to nine suburbs and Chicago’s Fulton Market District over 10 straight days, from July 17-26.
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Sweet summer treat: Fete National Ice Cream month at these 11 suburban shopsJul 15, 2026 10:29 am - You don’t need an excuse to head to your local parlor for tasty ice cream. But if you’re looking for justification, July is National Ice Cream Month. Here are 11 suburban spots to try, starting with Milk House Ice Cream in Pingree Grove.
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Lords Park Summer Concert with Outset Trio rescheduled to July 27Jul 14, 2026 7:22 pm - Chamber Music on the Fox announced that the Lords Park Summer Concert concert with the Outset Trio has been rescheduled to July 27.
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Elgin organist takes the helm of American Guild of Organists Great Lakes RegionJul 14, 2026 6:53 pm - Jeffrey Neufeld was installed as the new Regional Ambassador for the Great Lakes Region of the American Guild of Organists on July 8 at their national convention in St. Louis, succeeding Dr. Larry Sharp of Kentucky.
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Dining out: Lou Malnati’s offers a week of surprise rewards, and Everdine’s is closing in NapervilleJul 14, 2026 8:59 am - Lou Malnati’s has launched its first Lou’s Rewards Fest for loyalty club members, and Everdine’s Grilled Cheese Co. is closing its Naperville location on Friday.
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Community gathers at Elgin History Museum to mark 250 years since Declaration’s first public readingJul 13, 2026 9:36 pm - The Elgin History Museum hosted a community reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 8, 2026, as part of a nationwide celebration marking the 250th anniversary of its first public readings in 1776.
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Today’s the deadline for submissions to Fall Fun & Getaways GuideJul 13, 2026 3:03 pm - The Daily Herald is seeking submissions for its 2026 Fall Fun & Getaways guide featuring suburban Chicago area events from Aug. 23 through the fall. Deadline to submit free event listings is Monday, July 13.