Articles filed under Neighbor
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at the Palatine LibrarySep 14, 2026 4:09 pm - From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the Palatine Library has planned a lineup of events that highlight the rich heritage and diverse traditions of the Hispanic community. Celebrate through storytimes, lectures, performances and more, fit for all ages.
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Celebrate excellence at CLC this Latinx Heritage MonthSep 14, 2026 11:39 am - This Latinx Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, CLC is celebrating the progress made by Latinx students, whose rising graduation rates are one measure of a much bigger story of academic achievement.
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Five local churches to host watch party for Environment & Spirituality SummitSep 14, 2026 10:25 am - Southminster Presbyterian Church, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, the First United Methodist Church of Arlington Heights, St. John UCC, and St. James Catholic Church are co-hosting a local watch party for Bill McKibben’s keynote at the 2026 Environment & Spirituality Summit 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 29 at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 916 Central Road, Arlington Heights.
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Girl power: Big vocals, savvy casting fuel Paramount’s ‘Mean Girls’Sep 10, 2026 2:02 pm - Paramount Theatre’s regional premiere of “Mean Girls” benefits from outsize performances from the actors playing the musical’s titular queen bees and wannabes.
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More than a coach: Scholarship to honor Dennis Piron’s impact on Batavia INCubator programSep 09, 2026 9:25 am - Dennis Piron’s success as the Batavia High School head football coach for 16 seasons is well-documented. But a group of residents wants to make sure the retired teacher is remembered for his work inspiring kids off the field as leader of the school’s INCubator Entrepreneurship program.
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Medieval-style Pratt’s Castle featured at this year’s Historic Elgin House TourSep 09, 2026 9:22 am - The first floor of Pratt's Castle, built in 1937, will be open to tour-goers during Elgin's 44th annual Historic House Tour on Sept. 12-13. It features medieval artifacts, armor, and a moat surrounding the 50-foot tower.
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Fiestas Patrias celebration set for this weekend at RiverEdge Park in AuroraSep 08, 2026 4:23 pm - The 13th annual Fiestas Patrias celebration will take place Sept. 12-13 at Aurora’s RiverEdge Park, featuring Mexican Independence Day festivities with mariachi music, local food vendors, and renowned bands including Banda Carnaval and La Maquinaria Norteña.
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Stories of Local Impact: Paula and Ray Kinney, sparking connections, strengthening communitySep 08, 2026 7:00 am - Paula and Ray Kinney have spent nearly four decades volunteering and leading community initiatives in Naperville and DuPage County, helping raise funds for nonprofits through hands-on involvement and organizing fundraisers.
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How the suburbs will honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11Sep 08, 2026 5:44 am - Communities across the suburbs will commemorate the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, with ceremonies featuring flag displays, memorial services, and guest speakers with personal 9/11 connections.
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Richardson Farm’s 28-acre corn maze opens Sept. 12 with ‘America 250’ themeSep 05, 2026 6:56 pm - Richardson Farm's 28-acre corn maze in Spring Grove will feature Declaration of Independence signers, Betsy Ross flag, and American eagle designs celebrating America250. There also will be expanded amenities including a new fourth jumping pillow and enhanced children's play areas.