Entertainment
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Brat Fest returns to Wheeling on Sept. 20Sep 09, 2025 9:40 am - The Wheeling Helping Hands community group will hold its annual Brat Fest fundraiser Sept. 20.
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Oprah Winfrey selects Elizabeth Gilbert’s new memoir for her book club
Sep 09, 2025 9:36 am - Elizabeth Gilbert’s “All the Way to the River," a memoir that has already stirred up an online conversation, is Oprah Winfrey’s new book club pick.
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Afternoon on The Back Nine closes out summer in Vernon HillsSep 09, 2025 9:04 am - Vernon Hills is hosting a free special community celebration from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13 to close out summer.
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Spotlight: Citadel Theatre revives psychological thriller ‘Misery’Sep 09, 2025 6:23 am - In the suburbs, Metropolis revives “Grease” and Citadel stages the thriller “Misery” while Chicago’s Remy Bumppo theatre presents the Chicago premiere of “Wish You Were Here.”
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Renowned artists to visit Sundance Gallery’s Fall Native FestSep 09, 2025 12:00 am - The Sundance Gallery in Naperville hosts its annual Fall Native Fest on Oct. 10-11, featuring renowned Native artists from various tribes selling authentic artworks and jewelry.
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Naper Pride Fest returns for fourth year with live music and foodSep 08, 2025 6:03 pm - Naper Pride Fest, a family-friendly event celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community, returns to Naper Settlement on Sept. 13. Throughout the day, guests will enjoy music and live performances by local and regional acts.
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Schaumburg to dedicate 12-acre 90 North Park with community eventSep 08, 2025 5:56 pm - After four years and approximately $14 million of development, the village of Schaumburg will celebrate a key moment in the evolution of its 12-acre 90 North Park on the Veridian property with musical entertainment and food at a community event this month.
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Strong cast, great design propels Marriott Theatre’s ‘Catch Me If You Can’Sep 08, 2025 5:54 pm - Marriott Theatre’s “Catch Me If You Can” is a well-cast, great-looking revival of a so-so show. That’s typical of the Lincolnshire theater, which has the ability to make even a middling musical entertaining.
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Celebrate Mexican heritage with giant piñata at West Chicago festivalSep 08, 2025 4:43 pm - West Chicago's Independence Day festival will feature live music, dance performances, authentic Mexican cuisine, family activities, and a 13-foot piñata as the highlight.
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Mount Prospect’s inaugural Five-O Family Fest set for Sept. 27Sep 08, 2025 2:46 pm - The Mount Prospect Police Department will host its annual Five-O Family Fest from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the police headquarters, 911 E. Kensington Road.