Festivals and Fairs
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Midwest travel: Explore Chicago in-depth with Airbnb ExperiencesAug 12, 2017 7:32 am - Chicago Are you experienced? Airbnb just launched Experiences, bookable local-led immersions that offer visitors a closer look at Chicago's world-famous food, art, music...
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Wayne Wine & Horse Fest benefits policeAug 12, 2017 1:00 am - The Wayne Wine & Horse Fest on Saturday gave people a chance to experience the beauty and fun of the historic village while helping support the Wayne Police Department. ...
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Cubs theme marks annual Lindenfest paradeAug 12, 2017 1:00 am - It's been more than nine months since the Cubs claimed the 2016 World Series title, but after a 108-year championship drought, who could blame fans for making the celebr...
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Elgin Craft Beer Festival featured about 30 breweriesAug 12, 2017 1:00 am - The first Elgin Craft Beer Festival on Saturday featured about 30 breweries, including some not typically found at area festivals, plus VIP ticket packages with extra pe...
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Veggie Fest returns to Benedictine University in LisleAug 12, 2017 1:00 am - In a summer filled with ribs and brats and assorted meats grilled on the back deck, the 12th annual Veggie Fest stands out like a cherry tomato in a bowl of lettuce. To ...
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5 ideas for this weekend in the suburbsAug 11, 2017 1:00 am - The 35th running of the Arlington Million gets Saturday off to a quick start. Here are five ideas for the weekend ahead. For others, go to dailyherald.com/calendar. Gur...
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Get wine, beer, food and cigars at Libertyville festivalAug 11, 2017 1:00 am - The eighth annual Northshore Wine, Beer, Food & Cigar Festival will be Saturday, Aug. 26, on Church Street in downtown Libertyville. The Libertyville Sunrise Rotary char...
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Lakemoor hopes to boost crowds at fest's opening nightAug 10, 2017 5:30 am - The fireworks show on Saturday night at Lakemoor Fest has become legendary. Opening night of the three-day festival beginning Friday is another matter. While tens of th...
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Fox Valley Folk Music festival canceledAug 10, 2017 1:00 am - July's flood has washed out the 41st annual Fox Valley Folk Music and Storytelling Festival at Island Park in Geneva. Organizers consulted with the park district this we...
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Augustfest is back in Des Plaines through SundayAug 10, 2017 1:00 am - Augustfest returned Thursday to St. Zachary Parish, 567 W. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. The festival, which runs through Sunday, is one of the bigger church-based festiv...