Community Events

Senior Health and Wellness Fair at Elgin Community College

Elgin Community College

Join Elgin Community College for a day of empowerment, education, and enthusiasm at the Senior Health and Wellness Fair. This event is dedicated to promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Whether you're a seasoned wellness warrior or just beginning your journey to a healthier lifestyle, this fair is designed to cater to all aspects of senior health. Please check the […]

Arbor Day Birthday Party at Seyller Park

Ralph Seyller Memorial Park 400 E Jefferson St, Hampshire, Il

Celebrate Arbor Day this year with the Hampshire Township Park District and help plant 10 new trees donated by Wilson Nurseries Inc. If you have a wheelbarrow and shovel, please bring them with you. After all the hard work is done, what is a birthday party without cake and ice cream? The Hampshire Township Park District will have free ice […]

Elgin 5K and 1-Mile Kids Fun Run to Benefit PADS of Elgin

Festival Park 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL

PADS of Elgin to host The Home Run for PADS of Elgin: 5K Run/Walk * 1 Mile Kids Fun Run Event day lineup: Sat, April 27, 2024 7:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up Sat, April 27, 2024 8:30 AM - 1 Mile Kids Fun Run Start Sat, April 27, 2024 8:45 AM - 5K Run/Walk Start PADS’ Mission […]

Spelling Bee Fundraiser for The Literacy Connection

Elgin Community College

The Literacy Connection invites the community to the 2024 Spelling Bee Fundraiser set for Saturday, April 27 at Elgin Community College Dining Room (Building E). Doors will open at 9 AM and event begins at 10 AM. Show off your spelling skills or cheer on your favorite spelling teams, enjoy a light breakfast, mingle with fellow community members, and raise […]

Kite Fly with the Dundee Township Park District

Randall Oaks Recreation Center 500 Randall Rd, West Dundee, IL

Join the Dundee Township Park District as it celebrates Flying 4 Kids, a statewide Kity Fly to promote park districts, recreation agencies, and the park district youth license plate. Bring your kites and enjoy a day out in the park, playing and exploring wind and motion. Free kites will be offered while supplies last. All ages. Free.  

Earth Month at Hawthorne Hill: Water Day

Hawthorne Hill Nature Center 28 Brookside Dr, Elgin, IL

Calling all water warriors: join Hawthorne Hill Nature Center for an engaging program exploring the critical topic of water conservation and sustainability from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27. Through interactive activities, and insightful presentations, we'll dive deep into the challenges and solutions surrounding our most precious resource. For all ages. April is Earth Month, a time to […]

VolunteerPalooza 2024 at Gail Borden

Gail Borden Public Library - Main Branch 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL

Stop by the Main Library and visit with community groups to learn more about their volunteer needs during the VolunteerPalooza 2024 event. Visit with organizations such as: Anderson Animal Shelter, Downtown Neighborhood Association, The Literacy Connection, Elgin Allies, Forest Preserve of Kane County, Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Elgin, The Salvation Army, Senior Services of Elgin, Gail Borden Public Library, […]

Earth Day Family Festival at Gail Borden Public Library – Rakow Branch

Gail Borden Public Library - Rakow Branch 2751 Bowes Rd, Elgin, IL

Earth Day festivities for the whole family during the Earth Day Family Festival set for 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at Gail Borden Public Library - Rakow Branch. Firefly Family Theatre will perform "GROW." Learn about springtime, flowers and how they grow with original music, a puppet show and lots of interactive movement. Corey, from the Wild Ones, […]

Jammies and Java Day at the Cafe

Eastside Cafe 316 N River St, East Dundee, IL

Get ready to rock your jammies and sip some java with Eastside Café - Coffee & Wine Bar. Join Eastside Cafe' for its inaugural Jammies and Java Day at the Cafe. That's right, it's time to trade in your work attire for your most comfortable sleepwear and indulge in a day of relaxation and great coffee. Whether you're an early riser […]

Bartlett Police Department Open House

Bartlett Police Department 228 S Main St, Bartlett, IL

The Bartlett Police Department Open House will feature tours, face painting, vehicle displays, Maverick meet-and-greet, kids identification cards, giveaways, and more. Free community event.

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Bingo Sundays at the American Legion Elgin Post 57

American Legion Post 57 820 N Liberty St, Elgin

American Legion Elgin Post 57 hosts Bingo on Sundays, at 820 N Liberty St. Open to the public. Cards go on sale at 12:30 p.m.; the first game starts at 1:30 p.m. The Legion also has video slots, pull tabs, and other games in the bar area. Please check the event organizer's website for all updates.

Pub 72 Cupcake and Cookie Decorating Workshop

Pub 72 38 Higgins Rd, Gilberts, IL

Join Pub 72 for another fun decorating event. All cookies and cupcakes and decorations provided by Mad Batter Bakery in St Charles. Call 847-426-6655 or email pub72barandgrill@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Please let us know how many cookie or cupcake kits you'll need (3 cupcakes per kit or 6 cookies-$10 each).

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