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Libertyville’s Ansel Brainerd Cook awards the Women in the Arts Recognition AwardJun 08, 2026 10:32 am - The Ansel Brainerd Cook Chapter, NSDAR awarded Jackie Maddock the National DAR Women in the Arts Recognition Award, at their annual awards dinner held at Austin’s.
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‘A powerful experience’: MCC students create public art installations for Woodstock libraryJun 08, 2026 10:06 am - Students from multiple programs at McHenry County College designed and built public art installations that will serve as centerpieces for a new outdoor space at the Woodstock Public Library.
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Finding community and connection at The Gardens at King-Bruwaert HouseJun 06, 2026 7:30 pm - Marc Cella, a commercial real estate executive, found his perfect next chapter at The Gardens of King-Bruwaert House in Burr Ridge. After losing his wife in 2016 and not wanting to live alone in his Hinsdale home, Cella quickly decided on The Gardens when it opened in 2024.
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Beat the heat with Lombard Park District’s summer lineup of activities and special eventsJun 05, 2026 10:32 pm - The Lombard Park District offers summer fun for all ages. Highlights include free concerts and movies in Lilacia Park, Summer Park Pop-Up Parties, Paradise Bay Water Park, and golf specials at Lombard Golf Course.
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Elgin Community College to host first Homecoming Weekend this fallJun 05, 2026 8:08 pm - Elgin Community College announces its first Homecoming Weekend, September 15-20, featuring a week of events including sports games, wine tasting fundraiser, Shakespeare theater production, and a 5K run.
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Kane County to host free webinars on childhood trauma, separation anxiety, and caregiver burnoutJun 05, 2026 7:26 pm - This June, the Kane County Health Department is are offering two free virtual webinars designed to help parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals better understand and support the mental health and emotional well-being of young children.
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New Firecracker 5K and annual Stars ‘N Stripes Fest bring summer celebrations to CaryJun 05, 2026 6:50 pm - The Cary Park District is hosting two Independence Day weekend events: the Firecracker 5K on June 26 with an after-party, and Stars 'N Stripes Fest on June 27, with live music by Hello Weekend, food trucks, bounce houses, and fireworks.
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McHenry Outdoor Theater’s Project Popcorn expands to benefit 35 area nonprofitsJun 05, 2026 4:50 pm - A night watching movies under the stars can both come at a savings and also be a night of giving this summer at the McHenry Outdoor Theater, where Project Popcorn has been transformed.
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Schaumburg’s Prairie Center marks 40th anniversary with name change, Second City performanceJun 05, 2026 4:46 pm - Schaumburg’s Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts will celebrate 40 years, adopt its new name, and host The Best of Second City all in one gala fundraiser.
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Summer meals campaign gets major boost with matching gift from Naperville businessJun 05, 2026 1:52 pm - Naperville-based john greene Real Estate commits $25,000 matching donation to West Suburban Community Pantry's Summer Meals campaign, doubling donor impact to provide nutritious food for local families struggling with rising grocery costs during summer months.