Kane County Submitted Content
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Hanover Township Mental Health Board approves annual funding to agenciesMay 01, 2026 1:44 pm - The Hanover Township Mental Health Board approved $48,789 in funding at their April 28 meeting at the Senior Center in Bartlett.
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Free yard signs available to promote 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline in Kane CountyMay 01, 2026 11:44 am - The Kane County Health Department launches awareness campaign for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by distributing free yard signs from May through September, following research showing 11% decline in youth suicide deaths since the hotline's launch.
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East Dundee installs its first 24/7 public access AED station at historic DepotApr 30, 2026 10:19 pm - East Dundee installed its first 24/7 publicly accessible AED SaveStation at the East Dundee Depot through collaboration between the village, Andrew's Assist, and Lauderdale Electric, with a dedication ceremony scheduled for May 9.
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Hanover Township kite festival returns to Hoffman Estates May 9Apr 30, 2026 5:03 pm - Hanover Township’s third annual Kite Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 9, at the Carl R. Hansen Woods Forest Preserve on Route 59 south of Shoe Factory Road in Hoffman Estates.
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Youth League hosts ‘Power Hour’ connecting Lake Park students with local elected officialsApr 30, 2026 2:30 pm - The Youth League of the League of Women Voters hosted a "Power Hour" at Lake Park High School where students met with local officials including Roselle Mayor David Pileski, Itasca Mayor Jeff Pruyn, and Hanover Park Village Trustee Yasmeen Bankole.
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Free Aurora GreenFest to feature over 100 exhibitors on Energy Smart LivingApr 29, 2026 9:21 pm - Aurora GreenFest returns May 2 after a one-year hiatus, featuring over 100 exhibitors focused on energy efficiency and environmental conservation with the theme "Make a Difference! Be Energy Smart!"
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World-renowed organist bringing Bach, gospel to historic Elgin church May 8Apr 29, 2026 4:32 pm - On Friday, May 8, internationally acclaimed organist Alcée Chriss III will perform at First Congregational Church in Elgin. The concert will feature works by Bach, Rameau, Price, Reger, and his own gospel hymn improvisations.
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Loaves & Fishes joins in 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger food driveApr 29, 2026 3:47 pm - The 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive takes place Saturday, May 9, with postal carriers collecting nonperishable food donations left by mailboxes before 11 a.m. for Loaves & Fishes Community Services.
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Spring Plant, Patio, Craft & Bake Sale returns to Elgin Church May 9Apr 29, 2026 1:51 pm - St. Hugh of Lincoln Church in Elgin will host its annual Spring Plant, Patio, Craft & Bake Sale May 9. It will feature homegrown flower, vegetable, and herb plants, a dozen vendors with indoor and outdoor decor, pet items, and Mother's Day gifts, plus freshly-made baked goods and handcrafted items.
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McHenry County College joins with Theatre 121 to present ‘Calendar Girls’Apr 29, 2026 12:39 pm - The Black Box Theatre at McHenry County College and Theatre 121 will join forces to present the comedy “Calendar Girls,” written by Tim Furth.