Entertainment
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Ron Onesti: Reminiscing with RobertaJun 10, 2024 8:51 pm - Talking about the “good old days” with Roberta, a stranger he met at a cappuccino bar, Ron Onesti takes a trip down memory lane. Join the ride at the July 14 Chubby Checker concert at The Arcada Theatre in St. Charles.
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Microbrewery to replace tool library in MundeleinJun 10, 2024 8:13 pm - Another microbrewery offering on-site food and drink service is coming to downtown Mundelein.
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Glen Ellyn Historical Society accepting items for antique saleJun 10, 2024 7:56 pm - The Glen Ellyn Historical Society is seeking donations for their annual Vintage and Antique Sale on June 20-22.
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No Ribfest planned for this year: Exchange Club of Naperville presidentJun 10, 2024 6:04 pm - Ribfest — the granddaddy of Fourth of July celebrations during its heyday in Naperville — faces a hazy future after a two-year stint in Wheaton coming out of the pandemic...
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Cirque du Soleil’s entomological extravaganza to invade NOW Arena next yearJun 10, 2024 5:38 pm - Cirque du Soleil announced its insect-inspired show “Ovo” will return to Hoffman Estates’ NOW Arena in February 2025. Tickets go on sale to the general public June 17.
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Book Review: Glamour and tragedy intertwine in Griffin Dunne’s memoir ‘The Friday Afternoon Club’
Jun 10, 2024 5:19 pm - Actor and producer Griffin Dunne grew up in New York and Los Angeles with the glitterati all around. His father, Dominick Dunne, a television executive and film produ...
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British TV host Dr. Michael Mosley reached millions by being his own guinea pigJun 10, 2024 3:50 pm - Dr. Michael Mosley was his own guinea pig. In the name of science, the British television host put his body to the test by ingesting tape worms, injecting snake venom and letting leeches suck his blood. In the end, his death came during a hike in the blazing sun on the Greek island where he was vacationing.
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Northbrook Park District’s batting cages welcome everyone with summer hoursJun 10, 2024 2:46 pm - Whether you’ve never taken a swing, want to host a unique event or practice with teammates, the Northbrook Park District’s batting cages are the best place to hit a baseball this summer.
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Best Bets: Tony winner Levi Kreis headlines MetropolisJun 10, 2024 1:49 pm - Tony Award-winner Levi Kreis headlines the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, comedian Steve Cochran teams up with fellow stand-ups for a Father’s Day weekend show at the Raue, and The Joffrey Ballet performs a free concert in Millennium Park Sunday.
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Durty Nellie's in Palatine fights rumors of demiseJun 10, 2024 1:30 pm - Durty Nellie’s had just recovered from a 2019 fire when the pandemic hit.