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Dom Flemons brings ‘Bronze Buckaroo’ and a deeper history of American music to Harper CollegeMay 13, 2026 1:47 pm - When Dom Flemons takes the stage at Harper College on May 21, he won’t just be performing songs. He’ll be guiding audiences through a broader story about American music and culture.
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Sinfonietta Bel Canto to present Sousa’s ‘El Capitan’ operetta in Downers GroveMay 13, 2026 1:29 pm - Sinfonietta Bel Canto will perform John Philip Sousa's operetta "El Capitan" on May 16-17 at St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Downers Grove. The comic opera follows Don Medigua who disguises himself as the mercenary "El Capitan" to foil a revolt planned by the disposed Viceroy Cazzaro, leading rebels in circles until they're too tired to fight.
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Candlelight vigil, motorcycle parade for POW/MIA awareness May 23-24May 13, 2026 12:50 pm - Illinois Rolling Thunder chapters will host a candlelight vigil at Fort Sheridan as well as the Rolling Thunder XXXVIII Demonstration Parade for POW/MIA accountability on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, respectively.
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Grace Lutheran Church to host spring rummage sale May 15-16May 13, 2026 12:33 pm - Grace Lutheran Church in Lily Lake hosts its spring rummage sale May 15-16, featuring furniture, appliances, household items, clothing, toys, and books with many items priced at $1 and half-price specials on Saturday.
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Ways to save getting top billing at McHenry Outdoor this summerMay 13, 2026 11:48 am - The big screen will equate with big savings at the McHenry Outdoor Theater this summer. That’s the word from Joe Cicero, president of marketing and promotions at the Outdoor, at 1510 N. Chapel Hill Road, east of McHenry.
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Aurora’s Spring Food Truck Festival brings 30+ vendors to downtown May 15May 13, 2026 11:17 am - Over 30 food trucks will line up on Benton Street, between River Street and Broadway in downtown Aurora, serving an array of culinary delights.
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Add prayers for peace to the courtyard of Gary UMC in WheatonMay 13, 2026 10:47 am - You are welcome to add ribbons with prayers for peace to the courtyard of Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton.
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Hoffman Estates Park District to celebrate opening of fully inclusive playground SaturdayMay 13, 2026 10:36 am - The Hoffman Estates Park District is inviting the community to a celebration Saturday for the grand opening of the new fully inclusive playground at Vogelei Park & Barn.
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Jersey Tenors concert combines opera and rock classics at Huntley churchMay 13, 2026 10:34 am - The Jersey Tenors will perform at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley on Friday, June 26. The group blends opera classics with rock hits from Queen, Elton John, and Bon Jovi.
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Former education CEO opens Floor Coverings International serving Northbrook and Chicago’s North ShoreMay 13, 2026 10:23 am - A former education company CEO and his wife are bringing a new flooring business to Chicago’s North Shore with the opening of Floor Coverings International® in Northbrook.