Entertainment
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Be popular, come sing along with ‘Wicked’ at the Des Plaines Public LibraryOct 01, 2025 3:52 pm - Fans of the musical “Wicked” can enjoy a sing-along showing of the 2024 film version this month at the Des Plaines Public Library.
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‘It’s for everyone but also for us’: Remy Bumppo’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ examines Iranian women’s friendshipOct 01, 2025 1:35 pm - Actors Yourtana Sulaiman and Preeti Thaker discuss “Wish You Were Here,” Sanaz Toossi’s play about five Iranian women and their enduring friendship, in its Chicago-area premiere at Remy Bumppo Theatre.
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Celebrating 200 years of Norwegian immigration to America on Oct. 3-5Oct 01, 2025 11:46 am - A 200-year celebration of Norwegian immigration to America is taking place in Norway, Illinois, featuring Norwegian food, music, crafts, and educational displays.
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Maine South to present teen version of ‘SIX: The Musical’Oct 01, 2025 11:38 am - Maine South High School will present "SIX: The Musical: Teen Edition" with performances Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 2-5, in Park Ridge.
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Sewing with fire: Harper student brings together fashion, welding skillsOct 01, 2025 11:12 am - At Harper College, Katsiaryna Piatsevich is pursuing an unlikely duo of credentials in welding and fashion. Her latest achievement: Watching her garments walk the runway at a Rome fashion show.
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How to navigate social media trends without derailing your budget
Oct 01, 2025 10:27 am - From coastal grandma to clean girl aesthetic, microtrends are everywhere on social media, and you’re often encouraged to spend money to participate. Experts warn that while trends can bring happiness, they can also derail financial goals and lead to debt.
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McHenry Outdoor raises breast cancer awareness, fundsOct 01, 2025 9:55 am - Oct. 10-11 at the McHenry Outdoor Theater will be all about making some joyful noise on behalf of breast cancer awareness.
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Best Bets: ‘Forbidden Forest’ welcomes Harry Potter fans and Naper Settlement celebrates OktoberfestOct 01, 2025 9:41 am - “Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience” thrills fans starting this weekend, Naper Settlement hosts Oktoberfest, Karen Mason headlines a special tribute to Davenport’s at the Skokie Theatre, and “Carmina Burana” comes to the MAC.
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‘Groovy’: Colorful outdoor art installations transform the Tri-CitiesOct 01, 2025 9:29 am - The Terrain Exhibitions art festival started in Oak Park and has spread to other cities, including Geneva, where residents are hosting artwork in their front yards through Nov. 15.
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Stephen King is the most banned author in US schools, PEN report says