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American Wind Band presents ‘Nature’ concert June 7May 27, 2026 7:39 pm - The American Wind Band will perform a free “Nature” themed concert on June 7 on the lawn of American Legion Post 80 in Downers Grove, closing their 37th season with pieces like “Scenes from the Sierras” and “American Landscape No. 1.”
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Garden Club of Inverness awards three scholarshipsMay 27, 2026 4:57 pm - The Garden Club of Inverness met at Makray Golf Club for its annual spring luncheon on May 21. Three $3,500 scholarships were awarded to students pursuing education related to the environment and ecology.
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Northern Illinois Pottery Tour expands to six towns, showcasing over 40 artistsMay 27, 2026 3:42 pm - The Northern Illinois Pottery Tour returns for its sixth year on June 6-7, featuring a free, self-guided tour across six towns including Elmhurst, Forest Park, Leland, Naperville, Sandwich, and West Chicago. Over 40 potters from three states will showcase functional pottery and sculptures at the various artist residences.
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D21 pilots rotating iPad program to bring digital art curriculum to elementary classroomsMay 27, 2026 3:12 pm - Over the past school year, Community Consolidated School District 21 has been piloting a new digital art initiative that rotates iPads through elementary art classrooms, giving fourth- and fifth-grade students hands-on experience with industry-standard design tools while maintaining access to traditional art instruction.
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Step into summer — and celebrate 65 years of service —with the 2026 AID Summer Stroll & RollMay 27, 2026 3:04 pm - The Association for Individual Development will host the annual Summer Stroll & Roll on Sunday, June 14 at Peck Farm Park in Geneva, featuring scenic trail walks, hot dogs, snacks, snow cones, and interactive games with mystery prizes. It takes place five days before AID's 65th anniversary on June 19, celebrating decades of providing services for individuals with developmental, behavioral, and crisis needs across the Chicago suburbs.
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Wheeling Township recognizes Older Americans MonthMay 27, 2026 2:36 pm - Wheeling Township is recognizing Older Americans Month by highlighting the many programs and services available through its Senior Services Department.
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New name, same concern: PMOS and stroke riskMay 27, 2026 2:11 pm - Experts officially renamed polycystic ovary syndrome to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome to better reflect the full extent of the condition that affects 1 in 10 women worldwide.
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Woodlands Academy ‘MathCats’ make strong showing at state meetMay 27, 2026 1:32 pm - Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart was represented by 18 students at this year’s Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics state competition held at Illinois State University in Normal.
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GLMV mayors focus on business growthMay 27, 2026 12:53 pm - Connection, collaboration and community was the focus of the recent Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills Chamber of Commerce “Ask The Mayors” Annual Luncheon on May 14 at Mickey Finn’s Libertyville.
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Wheaton’s St. Matthew UCC launches Pride Month with Chicago band The ManyMay 27, 2026 12:40 pm - St. Matthew United Church of Christ in Wheaton celebrates Pride Month with a special worship service featuring Chicago group The Many on June 7, followed by participation in "Pride in the Park" on June 13, promoting messages of love, inclusion, and resistance to division.