Festivals and Fairs
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ECC adds Family Day to Latino Heritage MonthAug 23, 2015 11:00 pm - It's never too early to plan for college and career. That's why family members of all ages are welcome at Elgin Community College's Family Day, also known as Dia de la F...
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New music and food fest celebrates Chicago-shot films, TVAug 23, 2015 6:45 am - Check out the Bluesmobile from “The Blues Brothers” or a video camera used on the television show “Chicago Fire” at the first CineFest Backlot Block Party — a music and ...
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Sunday picks: Chayanne plays at Allstate ArenaAug 23, 2015 6:15 am - Puerto Rican pop Celebrated Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Chayanne performs in concert tonight at the Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. $59-$135. $1...
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A diner's delight at Lake Zurich's Taste of the TownsAug 23, 2015 1:00 am - Some of the best culinary delights Lake Zurich has to offer were available for discerning diners Sunday as the Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce held its ninth annual...
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Midwest travel: Potato Days whips up some fun in MinnesotaAug 22, 2015 7:00 am - Chicago Everybody (Vera) Wang Chung tonight Chicago Fashion and Music Fest, now in its seventh year, attracts fashionistas, families and outdoor fest-lovers fo...
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Weekend picks: Chicago returns to the Windy CityAug 22, 2015 6:45 am - You're the inspiration Hear the Windy City's namesake rock band Chicago perform its many hits this weekend at the Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park...
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What to see - and hear - at Glen Ellyn Festival of the ArtsAug 21, 2015 6:00 am - Joanne Barsanti tries to explain her pictures: "It's photography that doesn't look like photography." Come again? "You really have to see it in person," Barsanti said. B...
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Weekend picks: See Bruce Campbell, more at Wizard World Comic ConAug 21, 2015 5:45 am - Fan-tastic Die-hard fans of sci-fi, fantasy and comic book genres can see celebrities and dress up like their favorite characters at the Wizard World Comic Con Chic...
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How Naperville man's drumming hobby led to Cuba, concertsAug 21, 2015 1:00 am - Music is a hobby for Mark Riordan of Naperville, but a "very, very serious hobby." When he scopes out a band, he takes notes on the songs its members play. When he plays...
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Weekend picks: Seth MacFarlane shares his smoother side at RaviniaAug 19, 2015 5:45 am - 'Family Guy' guy Seth MacFarlane may be known for his crude humor on TV (“Family Guy”) and in films (“Ted”), but he's also, surprisingly, a smooth singer of standar...