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  • Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit at Gail Borden Public Library

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

    Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures. Although they lived millions of years before us, dinosaurs adapted to not only survive, but to thrive on planet earth. Whether it be feeding or family dynamics, intelligence or interpersonal relationships, Dinosaur Explorer asks: where do we see […]

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    Build Your Own Snack board with Suburban Graze at Martini Room

    Martini Room 161 E Chicago St

    They’re back: Suburban Graze returns to Martini Room for two delicious nights — Wednesdays, Nov. 12th & 19th from 6:30–9:30 PM. Your charcuterie dreams just came true, and they brought some new yummy items to share.Build your own custom snack board filled with fresh, flavorful bites, perfectly paired with your favorite martinis. Martini Room | 161 E. Chicago St. Please […]

  • Behind Dinosaur Explorer: Breathing Life Into a T-Rex program at Gail Borden

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

    Behind Dinosaur Explorer: With Professor Greg Erickson - Breathing Life Into a T-Rex program at Gail Borden -Thursday, November 13 -10:00am - 11:30am Step back in time and come face-to-face with the king of dinosaurs, the T. rex. Join Professor Gregory M. Erickson for an interactive talk, “Breathing Life Into a T. rex. Discover what scientists have uncovered about T. […]

  • Behind Dinosaur Explorer: Ice Dinosaurs program at Gail Borden

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

    Behind Dinosaur Explorer: With Professor Greg Erickson - Ice Dinosaurs program at Gail BordenThursday, November 13 6:00pm - 7:30pmJoin Professor Gregory M. Erickson for an exciting and interactive talk, “ICE Dinosaurs. Explore his team’s groundbreaking discovery of a lost world of polar dinosaurs from Alaska’s paleo-Arctic. Learn about nearly all-new species of dinosaurs that once thrived in icy conditions, see […]

  • Memoriam Development’s 2nd Thursday Improv show Short Stuff at Side Street Studio Arts

    Side Street Studio Arts 15 Zeigler Court, Elgin, IL

    Memoriam Development comes rumbling in to the very first 2nd Thursday Improv show at Side Street Studio Arts with their signature short form improv show, Short Stuff.Short Stuff is a full-blown spectacle of comedy.It's funny, it's funky, it may be fluffy, and because it's improvised, what you see will only happen the one time you're there.Tickets are $10 at the […]

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    Survey Slam Thursdays at Elgin Public House

    Elgin Public House 219 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL

    A new twist on pub trivia. Instead of just knowing the right answers, it’s all about guessing the most popular ones. Play with your team, answer fun survey questions, and see if you can match the crowd. Please check the event organizer’s social media for all updates.

  • Strawdawg Country Band at Old Republic Kitchen + Bar

    Old Republic Kitchen + Bar 155 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL

    Strawdawg Country Band at Old Republic Kitchen + Bar -Friday, November 14th -7pm -No Cover About the artist: A great band who plays Country Music, Classic Rock and their own Original Music and deliver it with an edge. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

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    Thornton Wilder’s Our Town at Elgin Community College Arts Center

    Elgin Community College Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr, Elgin, IL

    Step into the quiet beauty of Grover’s Corners, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning classic, Our Town, invites us to reflect on life’s fleeting moments, the bonds of community, and the universal rhythms of birth, love, and loss. With minimal staging and timeless storytelling, this poignant play reminds us to cherish the present and find meaning in […]

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    Love, Loss and What I Wore at Elgin Art Showcase

    Elgin Art Showcase 164 Division St Fl 8th, Elgin, IL

    Love, Loss, and What I Wore is a play, based on Ilene Beckerman’s book, that explores women’s lives through the lens of their clothing and the memories they evoke. The play features a series of monologues and ensemble pieces where women share stories about pivotal moments in their lives, like first bras, prom dresses, and wedding gowns, all connected to the […]

  • InFunktious at Martini Room

    Martini Room 161 E Chicago St

    Live Music Friday: InFunktious at Martini Room Get ready to groove, Elgin. Join us Friday, November 14th for an electrifying night with InFunktious, bringing the heat with their signature mix of funk, jam, and jazz starting at 8 PM. This isn’t your typical blues or rock band — InFunktious takes your favorite hits and spins them with irresistible rhythm, soulful style, […]

  • Bad Dates at Danny’s On Douglas

    Danny's On Douglas 231 Douglas Ave Elgin, IL

    Bad Dates at Danny's On Douglas About: Bad Dates energizes audiences with rock hits from the ’90s to 2000s. Their dynamic performances revive the era’s iconic anthems, delivering a nostalgic, high-energy experience perfect for any music lover. No cover. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

  • Indigenous Wisdom for Today’s World program at Gail Borden

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

    Susan Kaiulani Stanton, an Indigenous Grandmother, will share stories providing valuable and relevant lessons on how to treat the earth and each other. Register: Indigenous Wisdom for Today’s World - Gail Borden Public Library In recognition of National Native American Heritage month, The Elgin Garden Club and Gail Borden Public Library will host Grandmother Susan Kaiulani Stanton. Possessing a deep […]

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