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Six Flags Fright Fest promises Halloween scares to close out 50th season

By Joseph States | jstates@chicagotribune.com | Pioneer Press
Oct 02, 2026 1:18 pm - As the weather begins to cool and pumpkins start to pop up on porches, the Halloween season has returned to Six Flags Great America, with the 35th season of the popular Fright Fest running through Nov. 1.
From turkey tails to fairy inkcaps: A naturalist’s guide to tree-dwelling fungi

By Mark Spreyer, Stillman Nature Center
Sep 30, 2026 1:41 pm - Naturalist Mark Spreyer takes a look at the hidden world of tree fungi and their forest ecosystems.
Rolling Meadows Park District could turn home into space for classes, private rentals

By Christopher Placek
Sep 29, 2026 6:30 pm - The Rolling Meadows Park District plans to transform a single-family home bequeathed to the district into a center for environmental programs, cooking classes and small private events.
Dining out: National Taco Day, LAGO expanding to Glenview, fall fondue and more

By Rick West
Sep 29, 2026 4:38 pm - Fat Rosie’s is honoring National Taco Day on Tuesday, Oct. 6, with 10 street tacos for $25. Also, celebrity chef Fabio Viviani is opening a new LAGO in Glenview, and Melting Pot and Fry the Coop are both offering new menu items.
Home & garden calendar, Sept. 28-Oct. 10

Daily Herald report
Sep 28, 2026 9:45 am - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like growing dahlias, pruning trees and shrubs, and more. Also listings of garden shows, nature walks and workshops.
Most Illinois children using adult seat belts too soon, AAA study finds

By Marni Pyke
Sep 25, 2026 5:30 pm - IDOT is offering a number of child safety seat checks and free installation assistance this Saturday.
Animal cruelty charge dropped against owner of Wheeling pet daycare after dog’s death in van

By Eric Peterson
Sep 25, 2026 4:05 pm - Prosecutors Friday dropped their charge of misdemeanor cruelty to animals against the owner of a Wheeling pet daycare business.
Barrington CROP Walk aims to fill gap left by reduced federal nutrition aid

Submitted by Linda Osikowicz
Sep 23, 2026 9:17 pm - The 44th annual Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk on Sunday, Oct. 11, will feature both one-mile and 5K routes through downtown to raise funds for local and global hunger relief programs.
Barrington Rotary members honor first responders at Sept. 11 luncheon

By Steve Zalusky
Sep 23, 2026 7:27 am - The Barrington Rotary Club gathered for its annual Sept. 11 luncheon honoring first responders. On the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, this year’s luncheon held a special significance.
Find bargains at fall rummage sale Oct. 2-3 in Libertyville

By Jennifer Johnson, UMC of Libertyville
Sep 22, 2026 11:00 pm - The United Methodist Church of Libertyville will hold its fall rummage sale on Oct. 2-3, featuring items priced at $1 with a special $5 bag sale on Saturday. The church is accepting donations Sept. 28-30.

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