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Olmec Origins Exhibit at Gail Borden Public Library Extended Through February 2025

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

The Olmec Origins Kickoff will be open to all ages. Special guests include Carlos Tortolero, the Founder and President Emeritus of the National Museum of Mexican Art, and Fernando Ramirez, President of the Mexican Cultural Center DuPage. In addition to viewing these unique Olmecs, there will be activities for kids and giveaways. No registration. In partnership with the Mexican Cultural […]

Interactive LEGO® Brick Exhibition Celebrating “Awesome Black Creativity” at Gail Borden Public Library

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

Awesome Black Creativity (ABC), a celebration of Black figures in LEGO® Bricks, will be on display at the Gail Borden Public Library from Jan. 15 through Feb. 27, 2025, on the first floor. This interactive exhibition of LEGO brick-built figures, an A–Z series spanning history and various disciplines, will inspire guests to think about building in new, innovative ways while […]

Children’s Author Meet and Greet at Eastside Café – Coffee & Wine Bar

Eastside Cafe 316 N River St, East Dundee, IL

Come join us at Eastside Cafe: Coffee & Wine Bar on Feb. 16, at 10 am for the reading of Sister Adventures: Mermaid Quest for the Legendary Rainbow Shell. Enjoy the captivating sea life adventure of sisters, Scarlett & Gemma, read to you by author Kristin Busco Shipley. Bring your book to get signed or buy one at the event.

Puzzle Palooza competition at Riverside Pizza & Pub – South Elgin

Riverside Pizza & Pub-South Elgin 456 Redington Dr, South Elgin, United States

Attention to all puzzle enthusiasts! We invite you to test your skills at our Puzzle Palooza competition. Event by Village of South Elgin. Each participating team will receive an identical 500-piece custom puzzle and will have a maximum of 2.5 hours to complete it. The puzzles will be revealed simultaneously to signal the start of the competition. If no team finishes […]

Heart of Hampshire Ice Sculpture & Cocoa Crawl

downtown Hampshire

Join the Hampshire Area Chamber for the Heart of Hampshire Ice Sculpture & Cocoa Crawl on Sunday, Feb. 16, from noon to 3 p.m., on Washington & State Streets Fee: $18; Ice Sculpture Cocoa Crawl - Feb 16, 2025 Registration per person includes free commemorative mug, S'mores, goodie bag filled with coupons and swag from our businesses, and map of […]

Second Annual Princess Ball at Old Republic Kitchen + Bar

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

Boys and girls of all ages (and their families) are cordially invited to the Second Annual Princess Ball held inside the royal frozen palace at Old Republic in Elgin. Join us for a Royal Buffet, music, and dancing alongside special appearances by our favorite princesses and heroes. We request Royal Ball Attire and welcome the finest Prince and Princesses from […]

A Tribute to Dr. Risé D. Jones

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

Please join us as we honor Dr. Rise Jones, Executive Director of Hamilton Wings, a remarkable woman who left a lasting positive impact on this community. There will be music and more. Please register.

Schitt’s Creek Trivia at Black & Gray Brewing Co.

Black & Gray Brewing Co. 311 Barrington Ave, East Dundee, IL

If you followed the antics of the Rose family - you know what an awesome series this was and loved every minute of it. Bring out a team of fans to compete. Finish as of the top teams to win a prize. Please check the event organizer's website for all updates.

Martini Glass Painting Party at Martini Room

Martini Room 161 E Chicago St

Paint, sip and be happy. Join us Monday, Feb 17, at the Martini Room for Martini Glass Painting Party. Ages 21+ Tickets are $30/person. Get them now before they are gone: Martini Glass Painting Party Tickets, Mon, Feb 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM | Eventbrite You will have fun painting a martini glass with a Rose, the symbol of Love […]

Trailblazers at work: celebrating Black Excellence in Labor program for Black History Month at ECC

Elgin Community College

Join us for an inspiring discussion where accomplished Black professionals share their career journeys, insights, and advice to empower students for future success. Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Time: 11:00 am to 12:15 pm Location: Main Campus , Bldg. B, Jobe Lounge See all Black History Month events at elgin.edu/bhm. Please check the event organizer’s social media for all updates.

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Trivia Night at The Assembly American Bar & Cafe West Dundee

The Assembly American Bar & Cafe West Dundee 901 W. Main Street, West Dundee, United States

Trivia Night every Tuesday at 6 p.m. Free to play. Win prizes. Cosmo Tuesday all day. Grab a seat early and enjoy Happy Hour in the bar from 4 to 6 p.m. Please check the event organizer's website for all updates.

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Feminist Craft Circle at Side Street Studio Arts

Side Street Studio Arts 15 Zeigler Court, Elgin, IL

Sitting together to work on manual crafts has a long history, and for periods was looked down upon as a space for unimportant women’s work. In the past decades, feminist artists have skillfully reappropriated these practices as possible places of empowerment, resistance and protest. This event is open to anyone. You’re welcome to bring your own project to work on, […]

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