Elgin church to host 'School's Out Block Party' June 12

Emmanuel Church of Elgin invites the community to join in celebrating the end of another school year and the beginning of a fun and safe summer with a "School's Out Block Party" on Monday, June 12.

It will be 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the church, 1158 Larkin Ave. in Elgin.

Northwestern Medicine staff will talk about car seat safety and bicycle helmet safety, as well as proper use of Narcan.

Law enforcement will be present from the Elgin Police Department and the Illinois State Police. At least two school resource officers have agreed to sit on the dunk tank, all in the spirit of fun.

Kane County Office of Emergency Management will be sharing tips about preparedness in times of disaster. These are just a few of the confirmed guests.

There also will be games and plenty of food.

Local magician Ken Johanson will be performing on the main stage and Alma Gutierrez, a local musician, will lead a bilingual singalong time.

There also will be hundreds of dollars in door prizes for those who attend and register.

For information, visit emmanuelchurchofelgin.net or facebook.com/EmmanuelChurchofElgin/.