Festivals and Fairs
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100 years ago today, Cantigny Park's namesake battle brings America seriously into World War IMay 28, 2018 7:30 am - With its military museum and collection of tanks, Cantigny Park is one of the most appropriate places to observe Memorial Day. The ceremonies on the grounds of the Wheat...
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5 fun things to do with your dog this summer in the suburbs, cityMay 28, 2018 6:30 am - The Dog Days of summer traditionally bring hotter temperatures and a good excuse to slow down. But if you own a dog, summer offers the perfect time for outings with your...
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5 new suburban events and exhibits coming this summerMay 26, 2018 7:00 am - Summer is a great time for outdoor traditions — whether it's taking in a concert at the park or hitting a neighborhood carnival. And you can find detailed listings for t...
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Aurora magic fest conjures up wizarding funMay 26, 2018 1:00 am - There's a certain world-renowned wizard who probably had a hand - or a wand - in starting what organizers hope will be an annual tradition in Aurora: the Downtown Aurora...
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Wheaton Memorial Day parade, cemetery service honors fallen troopsMay 23, 2018 11:00 pm - As he's done for more than 25 years, Sandy Lykins will wear his color guard uniform while marching through Wheaton on Memorial Day. Spectators will greet him and other v...
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Memorial Day weekend brings fests, services and patriotic paradesMay 23, 2018 11:00 am - Memorial Day weekend kicks off festival season in the suburbs, and the days ahead offer a mix of festive art fairs, patriotic parades and somber services. Four-Day M...
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OK to bring booze to North Aurora fireworks showMay 23, 2018 1:00 am - You can bring a beer to the July 3 fireworks show in North Aurora this year. The village board Monday added the show to the list of events at Riverfront Park where alcoh...
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Stop and read the names on military statues, plaquesMay 22, 2018 11:00 pm - Take the time to read the names on those military statues and plaques
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How volunteers in Dundee honor veteransMay 22, 2018 11:00 pm - What would Memorial Day be without sentiments wrapped around it? With the flags, the parades, and veterans playing taps in cemeteries filled with fallen comrades, Americ...
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Mayor launches One West Chicago to celebrate diversity, unityMay 22, 2018 1:00 am - Mayor Ruben Pineda has a dream for West Chicago. And he's just getting started. "When it's all said and done, I want people to say, 'You see what they're doing in West ...