Articles filed under Neighbor
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Mount Prospect lights up the night at annual Shining Stars GalaFeb 11, 2026 12:21 pm - The stars were out Saturday night - only they were indoors, at Mount Prospect’s Crystal Palace Banquets.Nine individuals and organizations were recognized for their exceptional service to the community at the village's annual Shining Stars Gala, joining more than 300 honorees celebrated over the past three decades.
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True connections: Arlington Heights teacher builds bonds in and out of the classroomFeb 10, 2026 6:33 am - Arlington Heights second grade teacher Lisa Smorczewski attends her students’ sporting events, recitals and other activities to strengthen bonds outside the classroom.
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Dive into adventure with St. James School’s production of ‘Finding Nemo, Jr.’Feb 09, 2026 4:20 pm - The vibrant world of the Great Barrier Reef will come alive in Arlington Heights when the St. James School Broadway Bulldogs present Disney’s “Finding Nemo, Jr.”
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Project Verdance: growing a thriving future in WaucondaFeb 09, 2026 2:13 pm - Wauconda High School’s Future Business Leaders of America members Michael Scheck and Alexus Teran launched Project: Verdance after learning about FBLA’s national Community Service Project competition, which challenges students to design and document efforts that improve their local communities.
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Plan for spring and summer by registering for Northbrook Park District programmingFeb 09, 2026 1:56 pm - The weather might still be cold, but it’s time to start planning for spring and summer activities. The Northbrook Park District’s Spring into Summer guide, available at nbparks.org, outlines all upcoming options this spring and summer for children and adults.
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D128 Foundation dedicates Donor Recognition WallsFeb 09, 2026 12:36 pm - The D128 Foundation for Learning recently hosted a special gathering to honor the donors whose generosity has supported innovative programs and opportunities for Community High School District 128 students.
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Pooches and Smooches pet event Feb. 14 in Long GroveFeb 09, 2026 12:17 pm - Woofie’s of Barrington-Northwest invites local pet lovers to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and its official grand opening, with their four-legged companions at its Pooches and Smooches pet event from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Lane, Long Grove.
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Geneva High School play takes a humorous look at U.S. historyFeb 09, 2026 10:19 am - While history class may be boring to some, the Geneva High School theater department is giving the topic new life with its upcoming production of “The Complete History of America (Abridged).”
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Spring Fashion Pop-Up Event at CG Granite Countertops on Feb. 10Feb 04, 2026 2:51 pm - CG Granite Countertops will host a Spring Fashion Pop-Up Event, with guests welcome to stop by anytime between 3-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb.10, at the company’s Gurnee showroom.
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Woodlands Academy finishes third at Chicago Archdiocese math eventFeb 04, 2026 2:32 pm - A team of six Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart students competed in Division A of the Archdiocese of Chicago’s math competition, held Jan. 31 at Loyola University-Chicago, against students from other Chicago-area Catholic high schools.