Entertainment
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West Chicago Public Library District resident named finalist in statewide writing competitionJun 13, 2024 3:16 pm - The Soon to Be Famous Illinois Author Project Manuscript competition recently announced this year’s finalists: • “Nicky” by Hailey Atwood (West Chicago Public Library D...
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After 43 years, owner of Tony’s Steamers in Winfield is hanging up the apronJun 13, 2024 2:30 pm - After 43 years of serving up Hall of Fame-worthy hot dogs, Tony Vassil of Tony’s Steamers in Winfield is retiring.
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Nicola Coughlan, Luke Newton and ‘Bridgerton’ cast offer real-life dating advice
Jun 13, 2024 12:13 pm - LONDON — The stars of “Bridgerton,” Netflix’s Regency-era drama rife with romance and heartbreak, offered some dating and relationship advice for fans looking for love. N...
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Music Review: Paul McCartney and Wings’ oft bootlegged 1974 ‘One Hand Clapping’ deserves applause
Jun 13, 2024 11:59 am - As aging rockers empty their vaults, Paul McCartney steps forward with “One Hand Clapping,” more than two dozen songs that were recorded 50 years ago for a video documentary and possibly a live album.
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Tony Award host Ariana DeBose says viewers should expect a ‘full Broadway experience’
Jun 13, 2024 11:51 am - NEW YORK — Ariana DeBose promises Sunday's Tony Awards will move “like a Broadway show.” “This is Broadway’s biggest night. Why not give the people at home even more of a...
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Folk singer songwriter Mark Dvorak performs in Niles June 24Jun 13, 2024 10:14 am - The Niles Senior Center, 999 Civic Center Drive, welcomes folk singer-songwriter Mark Dvorak to its monthly Luncheon & Show Series at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 24. Dvora...
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Peace (and pieces) of mind in ‘Inside Out 2’
Jun 13, 2024 5:30 am - “Inside Out 2” — 3 stars Sequels have been a touchy subject when it comes to Pixar, but it’s hard to deny the natural premise of “Inside Out 2.” It’s been nine years...
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Riot Fest moving to SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview for new ‘RiotLand’ venture; lineup announced
Jun 12, 2024 1:40 pm - Riot Fest is moving out of Douglass Park and heading to SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview for a newly christened RiotLand extravaganza. Also announced Wednesday was the full lineup for the three-day festival Sept. 20-22, including Slayer, Fall Out Boy, Pavement, St. Vincent and Beck.
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Jun 12, 2024 1:08 pm - In celebration of the Palatine American Legion’s centennial year, Legion Post 690 is hosting a free Youth and Family Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 22, at Towne Square and at the American Legion, both located on Greeley Street and Palatine Road in downtown Palatine.
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Ensemble Espanol wraps up 48th American Spanish Dance and Music Fest with performances at Old Town School of Folk MusicJun 12, 2024 12:24 pm - Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater wraps up their American Spanish Dance and Music Festival with two must-see performances at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago.