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See Des Plaines artist's work at local libraryAug 08, 2023 1:00 am - Des Plaines Art Guild member Mary Olson's paintings are on display at the Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St. The watercolors can be found on the third floor....
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Elgin-area barbershops offer free back-to-school haircuts for students in needAug 07, 2023 5:30 am - Several Elgin-area barbershops again are partnering with the Boys and Girls Club of Elgin to offer free back-to-school haircuts for students in need. Haircuts and hairdo...
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Don't miss Des Plaines Chalk Fest on Aug. 12Aug 04, 2023 1:00 am - Artist Erik Greenawalt will create 3-D artwork in chalk and tempera paint as part of the Draw Des Plaines Chalk Fest on Aug. 12. Activities will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p....
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Friends of Wheaton Public Library plan Book and Media Sale Aug. 10-13Aug 03, 2023 11:00 pm - The Friends of the Wheaton Public Library are gearing up for their biggest fundraiser of the year. The annual Book and Media Sale will be Thursday to Sunday, Aug. 10-1...
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Gloria Contreras and the DuPage Hispanic Alliance bring Mexican art and culture to NapervilleAug 02, 2023 11:00 pm - This summer, the DuPage Hispanic Alliance is partnering with the Naperville Public Library to bring artist and sculptor Gloria Contreras to Naperville. Contreras starte...
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Back-to-school event at Gurnee library will include free backpacks, nature kitsJul 28, 2023 1:00 am - The Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods will be giving away backpacks with nature explorer kits at a back-to-school event at Newport-Warren Public Library in Gurnee from 1...
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Helen Plum Library executive director to retire in SeptemberJul 27, 2023 11:00 pm - Helen Plum Library Executive Director Claudia Krauspe recently informed the board of trustees of her intent to retire in September 2023. The board reached a consensus t...
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Gail Borden Library staff member receives award for positive impact on childrenJul 26, 2023 11:00 pm - Gail Borden Public Library's Debbie Roycroft is the recipient of the 2023 Youth Services Achievement Award from the Illinois Library Association. The award recognizes a...
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Local historical fiction author Renee Rosen to visit Huntley Area Public Library July 27Jul 25, 2023 11:00 pm - Renee Rosen, bestselling author of historical fiction, is coming to the Huntley Area Public Library this Thursday, July 27, from 1 to 3 p.m. for a special presentation. ...
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St. Charles Public Library showcases local artistJul 25, 2023 11:00 pm - In July and August, the St. Charles Public Library is hosting an exhibit by local artist Tessa Koller, a St. Charles native who specializes in multiple mediums. Her art...