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Marklund celebrates expanded, renovated Wasmond Center, home for individuals with disabilitiesSep 19, 2025 11:16 am - A $17.4-million renovation of Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin adds 24 beds, therapy areas, and amenities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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St. Charles Public Library Foundation seeks board membersSep 18, 2025 10:47 pm - The St. Charles Public Library Foundation is accepting applications from individuals interested in filling vacancies on its board of directors.
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Marcus Theatres hosts Gabby’s Big Screen Bash at three local cinemasSep 18, 2025 10:29 pm - On Saturday, Sept. 27, Marcus Elgin Cinema, Marcus Addison Cinema, and Marcus Gurnee Mills Cinema will all roll out the pink carpet for Gabby’s Big Screen Bash, a one-day celebration of “Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie.”
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Elgin Fringe Festival returns for 12th year with 80 performancesSep 18, 2025 3:24 pm - Elgin Fringe Festival returns for 12th year with four days of performances, events, and celebrations across downtown Elgin.
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Honor Hispanic heritage with music, food and family funSep 17, 2025 2:33 pm - Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with neighbors, family and friends at Festival de Cultura, Comida y Vida. The free, family-friendly festival takes place from 2-6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 28, at Nippersink Forest Preserve in Round Lake.
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Waukegan Park District, SWALCO and city of Waukegan partner to host recycling eventSep 17, 2025 2:22 pm - The Waukegan Park District, Solid Waste Agency of Lake County and the city of Waukegan are partnering to host the 2025 Community Recycling Event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Park Maintenance Facility, 2211 Ernie Krueger Circle, Waukegan.
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Vendors wanted for Glen Ellyn’s Autumn Craft FairSep 17, 2025 12:53 pm - Glen Ellyn Park District hosts an Autumn Craft Fair, offering local artists and crafters a chance to showcase their handmade creations and connect with the community.
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Greener Good hosts fundraiser Sept. 20 in Arlington HeightsSep 17, 2025 12:44 pm - Greener Good, the creative reuse nonprofit run by three generations of women, is hosting its first fundraiser, Reimagine: Art and Craft Auction, from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 20. The event will take place at the First United Methodist Church of Arlington Heights, 1903 E. Euclid Ave.
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Fox Valley barbershop choruses join in ‘A Cappella Palooza’Sep 17, 2025 12:19 pm - Two longtime Fox Valley barbershop choruses to compete in friendly singing contest on Sept. 21, featuring songs like "Cabaret" and "Sweet Caroline.
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Savor the season: Fall fun, tasty treats beckon at Long Grove Apple FestSep 17, 2025 11:56 am - If autumn had a flavor, it would taste like apples in Long Grove. The historic village’s oldest and most popular festival will return for its 33rd year Sept. 26-28.