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Bicyclists and walkers to join in this year’s Elgin CROP WalkSep 23, 2026 2:46 pm - This year’s Elgin CROP Walk returns on Sept. 27, starting from Gail Borden Public Library, with participants walking or biking the Fox River Trail to raise funds for global anti-poverty efforts, disaster relief, and refugee assistance through Church World Service.
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Over two dozen candidates to attend the first Election Expo at Waubonsee Community CollegeSep 23, 2026 11:57 am - Three League of Women Voters chapters are hosting the Fox Valley's first Election Expo on Sept. 29 at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, featuring candidate meet-and-greets, educational exhibits, and a free treat from Kimmer's Ice Cream.
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Registration open for final season of Halloween HikesSep 23, 2026 11:07 am - Registration is now open for the 40th and final season of Halloween Hikes at Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods.
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Saying farewell: Retiring Oswego pastor to celebrate final worshipSep 23, 2026 12:07 am - After four decades of pastoral service across five United Methodist churches, the Rev. Steve Good will retire on Oct. 1, concluding his ministry at Church of the Good Shepherd in Oswego where he has served for the past 10 years.
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Find bargains at fall rummage sale Oct. 2-3 in LibertyvilleSep 22, 2026 11:00 pm - The United Methodist Church of Libertyville will hold its fall rummage sale on Oct. 2-3, featuring items priced at $1 with a special $5 bag sale on Saturday. The church is accepting donations Sept. 28-30.
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Camerata Chicago opens season with Mendelssohn, Mozart and a new commissionSep 22, 2026 9:11 pm - Camerata Chicago opens its 23rd season in October with concerts featuring Mendelssohn’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream” music, Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante, and a world premiere of Tony Payne’s “Fantasy on English Melodies” at venues in Chicago, Wheaton, and Hinsdale.
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Walk to End Alzheimer’s returns to Pottawatomie Park Sept. 26Sep 22, 2026 8:45 pm - The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's – Fox Valley will take place on Sept. 26 at Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles, featuring a Promise Garden ceremony where participants carry flowers of various colors, each color representing their personal connection to the disease.
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Step back to the 1840s at Glen Ellyn’s Pioneer Day eventSep 22, 2026 7:59 pm - Glen Ellyn Historical Society's 41st Pioneer Day on Sept. 27 features 1840s pioneer life demonstrations including farm activities, like corn shucking, farm animals, classroom activities, and Professor Flim Flam’s entertainment shows.
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Naperville Responds For Veterans to host 16th annual gala featuring $75k truck raffleSep 22, 2026 6:57 pm - Naperville Responds For Veterans will hold its 16th annual Cheers For Veterans Gala on Nov. 14, featuring dinner, open bar, live auction, and a raffle for a 2026 GMC Sierra truck worth $75,000 or $50,000 cash.
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York Township offers activities, meals and more to help seniors stay active and connectedSep 22, 2026 6:10 pm - The York Township Senior Center in Lombard offers comprehensive programs and services for residents 55 or older, including fitness classes, social activities, weekday lunches, affordable transportation, Medicare counseling, and medical equipment loans.