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Elgin Planning and Zoning commissioners rejected a bid from a developer to bring a 7 Brew Coffee to Summit Street, citing concerns about the high traffic volume the popular drive-through coffee shop creates and whether the neighborhood could handle it.
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Elgin resident Jonathan James says the cast of “The Years Between Us” is the best he has ever worked with. “They are so committed and talented,” said James, who is the executive producer of the play that’s premiering Oct. 15-18 at The Lodge in Elgin.
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Check out some of the craft fairs and bazaars happening around the suburbs, featuring handmade items, vintage goods, artwork, and seasonal decorations.
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The national tour of “Waitress” stops by the James M. Nederlander Theatre for a brief run, “The Winter’s Tale” plays Chicago Shakespeare Theater, the world premiere of “Hayward” comes to The Gift Theatre, and Writers Theatre offers childcare options during shows.
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Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk brought her “America: Love it or Leave It” tour to Elgin’s Judson University Tuesday and was greeted by a crowd who lined up early to attend — and a handful of people who turned out to protest.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and restaurants around the suburbs are offering specials to raise money for research, education, awareness and support for those battling breast cancer.
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David Sedaris shares stories at the Raue Center for this Arts, The Morton Arboretum hosts its annual glass pumpkin display, pianist Drew Petersen joins the Elgin Symphony Orchestra for its season-opening weekend and fans salute John Prine at Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music.
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Award-winning author, speaker, and entrepreneur Sue Salach-Cutler will speak on “Age and Pro Active Planning” at the first Club 120 “Community Spotlight Speakers Series” on Oct. 14.
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Elgin will unveil “Pursuit of Happiness,” a permanent public sculpture created by 12-year-old Nathan Adeosun, on Oct. 10. The artwork commemorates America's 250th anniversary.
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Elgin Lanes is having a renaissance under its new ownership. Fanny Kwok-Ng purchased Elgin Lanes at 401 Shepard Drive in February 2025. The family has been revamping the bowling alley over the last year and is celebrating its new chapter.
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