Music
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Lizzo's 2-year-old song might still qualify at 2020 Grammys
Aug 14, 2019 12:28 PM - Lizzo's breakthrough hit "Truth Hurts" is a two-year-old song, but it still has a chance at the 2020 Grammy Awards
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MYAC returns to Cantigny Park for summer outdoor pops concert Aug. 17
Aug 14, 2019 11:08 AM - Join Midwest Young Artists Conservatory's top level Symphony Orchestra and conductor Dr. Allan Dennis in their anticipated return to Cantigny Park on Saturday Aug. 17, as they perform favorite melodies from Broadway, the silver screen, and animated family gems. -
Mud volleyball, truck and tractor pull draw visitors to Elburn Days festival
Aug 16, 2019 6:34 AM - One fun thing leads to another at this weekend's Elburn Days celebration. The truck and tractor pulls beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, in the turf parking lot at Elburn Lions Park will ready the earth for Sunday's messy competition: mud volleyball. Just add water. -
Enjoy carnival rides and more along the river at South Elgin Riverfest Express
Aug 16, 2019 6:32 AM - Ferris wheel riders at South Elgin's Riverfest Express festival will be treated to a special treat Saturday -- the sight of fireworks bursting across the night sky from their perch high above the Fox River's reflecting waters. The fest returns to Panton Mill Park Aug. 16-18 with carnival rides, food, music and a car show. -
Wheeling to host annual International Festival Aug. 18
Aug 14, 2019 5:47 AM - Wheeling is a melting pot of different cultures, and the Wheeling Park District is getting ready to celebrate that diversity at the Wheeling International Festival Sunday, Aug. 18. -
Elgin's First United Methodist Church concludes 'Proverbial Opera' series Aug. 18
Aug 13, 2019 10:07 PM - The nine-week "Proverbial Opera" series at Elgin's First United Methodist Church wraps up this Sunday, Aug. 18. -
MYAC invites west suburban young musicians to Oak Brook Play-In Aug. 24
Aug 13, 2019 6:25 PM - Midwest Young Artists Conservatory invites young musicians in elementary school and high school to free "Play-Ins" on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 9:30 a.m. to noon (chamber music) and Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9:30 a.m. to noon (jazz) in Oak Brook. No audition fees will be required, as this is an introductory offering to form new chamber music groups and jazz combos, coached by MYAC's expert faculty. -
Lil Nas X, Lizzo, Shawn Mendes, Bad Bunny to perform at VMAs
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Festivals Aug. 16-22: Grayslake Summer Days, Naper Nights, Riverfest Express, Little Bear Ribfest & more
Aug 13, 2019 5:59 AM - Whether you're in the mood for ribs, an outdoor concert, some carnival games, mud volleyball or viewing classic cars, this weekend's festivals deliver the fun. -
Promoter sues charity over canceled Toby Keith concert in Schaumburg; charity responds with details
Aug 12, 2019 4:19 PM - The promoter of last week's canceled Freedom & Dignity Music Festival in Schaumburg has sued the charity the concert was created to benefit, alleging breach of contract and intentional misrepresentation.
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