Festivals and Fairs
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A feast for the eyes at Naperville art fair todayJul 11, 2015 1:00 am - For art lovers on a quest for the perfect painting. For weekend wanderers who found a festival and wondered what was inside. For photographers, collectors and philanthro...
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Batavia's Windmill City Festival a flurry of family funJul 11, 2015 1:00 am - The Windmill City Festival in Batavia on Saturday was a nonstop flurry of activity - from the pet parade to the diaper derby, carnival, golf, Wiffle ball, karaoke and mo...
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Lionel train operators' convention chugs through St. CharlesJul 11, 2015 1:00 am - The Lionel Operating Train Society wrapped up its 36th annual convention Saturday at Pheasant Run in St. Charles with loads of dealers, kid- and adult-friendly layouts, ...
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Plenty of food, music to sample at Greek FestJul 11, 2015 1:00 am - Ethnic music, dancing and food - lots of food - were the highlights of Lake County Greek Fest at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Libertyville. The annual fest, wh...
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5 things to do in the suburbs this weekendJul 10, 2015 1:00 pm - Hear the legendary Aretha Franklin belt out her beloved hits in Highland Park. Flash back to the music of the '60s with Arlo Guthrie in St. Charles. Bask in the Bard at ...
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New bike fest coming to WheatonJul 10, 2015 5:30 am - A new bicycle festival is coming this summer to downtown Wheaton. The Downtown Wheaton Association and the city's bicycle advisory committee are hosting the first Bike W...
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Uncork Barrington draws a thirsty crowd FridayJul 10, 2015 1:00 am - Uncork Barrington offered tastes of 50 wines from around the world Friday night during the annual event at the Barrington Metra station. The event, sponsored by the Bar...
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Traditional food, modern music at St. Sophia Greek Fest in ElginJul 10, 2015 1:00 am - Traditional dishes and modern Greek music take center stage at the 37th St. Sophia Greek Fest in Elgin. The food and fun continue 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m....
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Batavia Windmill City Festival caters to allJul 10, 2015 1:00 am - Batavia's four-day Windmill City Festival offers a little something for everyone, from Friday's Windmill Whirl 5K to Saturday's pet parade to karaoke, a diaper derby, mu...
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Club ofers peek into extraordinary gardensJul 09, 2015 11:00 pm - There's often a spirit of competitiveness among gardeners, tempered by a sense of admiration for each other's landscaping successes. It's this spirit that draws members ...