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Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

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03 October 2023
Open Mic Night Tuesdays at O’Hares Pub

Open Mic Night Tuesdays at O’Hares Pub

Tuesday nights at O'Hares Pub, it's open mic night. 

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03 October 2023
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

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04 October 2023
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

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05 October 2023
Live Music Thursdays at Johnny’s Supper Club

Live Music Thursdays at Johnny’s Supper Club

Johnny’s Supper Club, 1250 Bowes Creek Blvd
Elgin, IL 60124
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 Enjoy live music every Thursday at Johnny's Supper Club!

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05 October 2023
Crit Nite at Side Street Studio Arts

Crit Nite at Side Street Studio Arts

Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Zeigler Court
Elgin, IL 60120
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7 pm first Thursday every month. Share your current works of progress in a laid-back setting and receive feedback from fellow artists. All experience levels and mediums accepted.

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05 October 2023
CRIT NITE

CRIT NITE

Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Zeigler Court
Elgin, IL 60120
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Bring works in progress or completed pieces to our laid back, open, casual, accepting, and inclusive atmosphere. All mediums and experience levels are welcome. Come late, leave early, or stay... Read more »

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05 October 2023
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

Find out more »
06 October 2023
Halloween Paint Party

Halloween Paint Party

Hampshire Township Park District, 390 South Ave
Hampshire, IL
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Make You Brush is back with fun Halloween options for this Paint Party at Hampshire Park District! Come with friends and family and enjoy a night out together creating masterpieces... Read more »

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06 October 2023
Live Music Fridays at the Martini Room

Live Music Fridays at the Martini Room

The Martini Room, 161 E Chicago St
Elgin, IL
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On Friday nights at the Martini Room we celebrate the power of music. Join us every Friday from 8pm - 11pm for a special live performance. Blues, Jazz, Afro-Carribean, Folk,... Read more »

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06 October 2023
The Halloween Experience

The Halloween Experience

Camp Big Timber, Big Timber Rd at Tyrrell Rd
Elgin,
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Chicagoland’s only Halloween music and light show drive-thru! The best family-friendly event in the northwest suburbs, The Halloween Experience is all spooky and never scary. Join us for Boo’s Spooky... Read more »

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06 October 2023
Rising Tide – The Crossroads Project featuring The Fry Street Quartet and Dr. Robert Davies

Rising Tide – The Crossroads Project featuring The Fry Street Quartet and Dr. Robert Davies

Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL
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$37

Grounded in science, elevated by art, igniting response — this project confronts a planet under siege and a future in peril, inspiring audiences to change course. The Fry Street Quartet... Read more »

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06 October 2023
First Fridays Improv with GreenRoom Productions at the Hemmens

First Fridays Improv with GreenRoom Productions at the Hemmens

Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way
Elgin, IL 60120
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Come on in, sit back, relax and prepare to laugh! 100% clean. 99.27% hilarious. Imagine 90 min of complete improvisation, a la Whose Line is it Anyway? GreenRoom’s improvisers take... Read more »

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06 October 2023
Elsinore presents Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star

Elsinore presents Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star

First United Methodist Church of Elgin, 216 East Highland
Elgin, IL 60120
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Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star Directed by Thomas Neumann September 29 – October 15 Friday/Saturday: 8:00 PM, Sunday: 3:00 PM General Admission: $22 | Senior (Age 65+) / Student / Military:... Read more »

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06 October 2023
Haunted Ghost Story Train at the Fox River Trolley Museum

Haunted Ghost Story Train at the Fox River Trolley Museum

Jon Duerr Forest Preserve, 35W003 Route 31
South Elgin, IL
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Ride a spooky trolley down to the haunted forest preserve. Listen to chilling stories around the campfire while enjoying monstrously good treats. Suitable for all ages

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07 October 2023
South Elgin’s Pumpkin Patch Festival

South Elgin’s Pumpkin Patch Festival

Seba Park, 50 W State St
South Elgin, IL
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Join us Saturday, October 7 at SEBA Park from 9am-1pm! Activities include: Costume pet parade 10am • Pyramid of hay Painting station with purchase • Craft show Pumpkin chucking •... Read more »

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07 October 2023
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

Find out more »
07 October 2023
The Halloween Experience

The Halloween Experience

Camp Big Timber, Big Timber Rd at Tyrrell Rd
Elgin,
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Chicagoland’s only Halloween music and light show drive-thru! The best family-friendly event in the northwest suburbs, The Halloween Experience is all spooky and never scary. Join us for Boo’s Spooky... Read more »

Find out more »
07 October 2023
Elsinore presents Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star

Elsinore presents Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star

First United Methodist Church of Elgin, 216 East Highland
Elgin, IL 60120
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Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star Directed by Thomas Neumann September 29 – October 15 Friday/Saturday: 8:00 PM, Sunday: 3:00 PM General Admission: $22 | Senior (Age 65+) / Student / Military:... Read more »

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07 October 2023
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

Find out more »
08 October 2023
Elsinore presents Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star

Elsinore presents Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star

First United Methodist Church of Elgin, 216 East Highland
Elgin, IL 60120
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Steven Dietz’s Shooting Star Directed by Thomas Neumann September 29 – October 15 Friday/Saturday: 8:00 PM, Sunday: 3:00 PM General Admission: $22 | Senior (Age 65+) / Student / Military:... Read more »

Find out more »
08 October 2023
The Halloween Experience

The Halloween Experience

Camp Big Timber, Big Timber Rd at Tyrrell Rd
Elgin,
+ Google Map

Chicagoland’s only Halloween music and light show drive-thru! The best family-friendly event in the northwest suburbs, The Halloween Experience is all spooky and never scary. Join us for Boo’s Spooky... Read more »

Find out more »
08 October 2023
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

Find out more »
09 October 2023
Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World

All ages. Explore imaginary, colorful alebrijes on display throughout the Library. "Alebrijes" stem from Mexican folklore, and embody characteristics from many animals to create fantastical creatures. The 20 (8 large... Read more »

Find out more »
10 October 2023
Open Mic Night Tuesdays at O’Hares Pub

Open Mic Night Tuesdays at O’Hares Pub

Tuesday nights at O'Hares Pub, it's open mic night. 

Find out more »
10 October 2023
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