Joe Lewnard
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Pinball wizards flock to Schaumburg for 40th annual expoOct 17, 2024 5:18 pm - With a sound like a giant arcade on steroids, the 40th anniversary edition of the Pinball Expo is drawing thousands of people to the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel this weekend.
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Glass pumpkins gleam at Morton ArboretumOct 12, 2024 4:12 pm - One of Morton Arboretum’s most popular annual events started with a display of 7,000 glass pumpkins made by 17 artists Saturday in Lisle. Running through Sunday, the14th ...
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‘Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day,’ Naperville holds Irish FestSep 21, 2024 3:54 pm - While many communities are celebrating Bavarian and alpine-themed Oktoberfests, Naperville changed things up, hosting its fourth annual Irish Fest on a beautiful 90 degree September day.
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Mural artist brings Wheeling parking garage to lifeSep 17, 2024 1:18 pm - A colorful mural depicting a lively garden is brightening an otherwise utilitarian concrete parking garage at the Uptown 500 complex in Wheeling.
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Entertainment, activities draw families to Des Plaines Fall FestSep 16, 2024 8:53 am - Carnival rides, a petting zoo, live music and local foods are among the offerings at Des Plaines Fall Fest, held annually at Lake Park.
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Suburban Skyview: John Deere featured in Richardson’s corn mazeSep 15, 2024 6:00 am - John Deere, the man and the equipment company he founded, are featured in this season’s 28-acre corn maze at Richardson’s Adventure farm in Spring Grove.
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‘Big Boy’ chugs through the suburbs, delighting observersSep 09, 2024 3:54 pm - The Union Pacific “Big Boy” No. 4014 steam locomotive rolled through the western suburbs Monday morning to the delight of railroad enthusiasts and casual observers alike.
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Germanfest flavors usher in fall festival season in Hoffman EstatesSep 08, 2024 8:19 am - The family Oktoberfest-style celebration included Hofbrau beer, authentic German Food, live music, stein-hoisting, a costume contest and free kids activities.
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Three-day Septemberfest kicks off in SchaumburgAug 31, 2024 3:57 pm - Patrons crowded the food tent by noon, just an hour after the opening of the three-day Septemberfest Saturday at the Robert O. Atcher Municipal grounds in Schaumburg. Hom...
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Cosley Zoo marks 50 yearsAug 17, 2024 5:03 pm - Families and visitors were able to get up close and personal with the inhabitants of Cosley Zoo Saturday during its 50th anniversary celebration.