News – Member & Community Events

Join Our Team WE CAN Make a Difference. Our Team at PADS of Elgin knows WE CAN make a difference with our services and compassionate care of individuals experiencing homelessness. WE CAN work together to provide each guest with the opportunity for a better future. Our Team is diverse and inclusive. We CAN make a… Read More »

For Immediate Release:  North Kane Express Office Shines at International Leadership Conference  West Dundee, Illinois, April 05, 2024 — Express Employment Professionals of West Dundee took home honors at the staffing agency’s annual International Leadership Conference (ILC) in Denver, Colorado, according to Terri Greeno, North Kane Express franchisee.             The North Kane Express office was awarded… Read More »

Be our guest for an experience like no other–where good food, good beer, and good friends gather. Savor the flavors of Spring with exclusive dishes only offered during Emmett’s Brewmaster Dinner Series. Enjoy a beer reception, brewery tour, and 5-course meal paired with 4 craft brews. Join us at any one of our three Emmett’s… Read More »

Show off your spelling skills or cheer on your favorite spelling teams, enjoy a light breakfast, mingle with fellow community members, and raise funds for The Literacy Connection. If you are familiar with our past Trivia Bee fundraisers, this event will be similar – but with spelling! Support our mission to help adults in our… Read More »

Join The Woodlands at Canterfield for an informative presentation on the importance of estate planning. Our expert speaker will discuss what happens if you don’t have an estate plan as well as provide an overview of four estate planning basics: wills, trusts, powers of attorney and deeds. Dinner will be served. FEATURING SPEAKER: KENNETH ADAM… Read More »

Join us for a secure document-destruction event. This event is free to all constituents thanks to our event sponsor, KCT Credit Union Please note there will be a strict two-banker box limit for each participant.  Fish Food Pantry will also have a truck on site for donations. All items must be unexpired & non-perishable.  

Fox Valley Chamber Leaders brings you an exciting webinar: Mastering Canva for Small Business Marketing Success! At this 45 minute webinar, you’ll Craft impactful social media graphics that engage and grow your audience, Design promotional materials that grab attention, Utilize advanced design elements, Effectively incorporate video in your content, Apply these advanced strategies to your… Read More »

Thirsty Thursday Street Fest will offer an evening of live music on the Stage by . Punchy bass lines, gritty guitar riffs, amazing feats of vocal dexterity all held together with a driving beat is a strong signature to Pino Farina Band’s sound. From The Beatles to the Black Crows, U2 to the Foo Fighters,… Read More »

The Salvation Army Elgin Corps invites you to the  Annual Civic Awards Luncheon as they share  accomplishments from the past year, recognize  2024 Award winners, and learn about The Salvation Army’s response to the Human Trafficking epidemic in the greater Chicagoland area and Midwest territory.  Lunch Options Include: Chicken Piccata, Roasted Pork Loin, Pasta Rotolo Featuring… Read More »

IT’S OFFICIAL! The James McCulla Jr. Memorial Fireworks Date for 2024 is May 24!  #bestfireworks #Dublindee

In July of 2019 American Legion 679 and True Patriots Care had the honor of hosting ‘The Wall That Heals’, a ¾ scale replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. We again have the honor of hosting this tribute this year, and will be the only location in Illinois hosting the VVMF ‘Wall… Read More »

Join us for a presentation on how assisted living/memory support can be more affordable. Understand the costs of care, including coverage and how to maximize your financial resources to make it work. Lunch will be served!  FEATURING SPEAKER: KENT WALLBRUCH, CLTC, WITH LTC SOLUTIONS, LLC Presentation seating is limited. Join us for a tour following… Read More »

Let’s have some fun! I am excited to announce I will be hosting the 1st Annual Baubles and Bubbles Jewelry Swap for Charity Event at The Venue at Goebbert’s in Pingree Grove. I love getting women together and seeing how they empower and lift each other and thought this would be a great opportunity to… Read More »

Greek Festival 2024 ELEVATE YOUR DINING EXPERIENCE Indulge in an exquisite selection of Greek dining options at St. Sophia Church Elgin Greek Fest. great community food, fun and dancing!  Greek Fest Friday TO-GO orders.  Authentic Greek food and pastries (cooked by our favorite chefs…our parishioners), an indoor Marketplace (featuring unique crafts and vendors), Music (live… Read More »

Come to East Dundee’s Family-Friendly Cruise Night! Open to Cars and Trucks – ALL Makes & Models Main gate entrance is on Barrington Avenue. FOOD OFFERINGS BY: Duke’s Blue’s N BBQ at the Caboose Looking for volunteers to help with participating vehicle greetings, traffic flow, parking, etc. If interested, please email kdiehl@eastdundee.net The Midwest Racing… Read More »

Join us on Friday, July 19th! ​The West Dundee River Challenge is back for it’s 8th year, once again hosting the first day of the Intelligentsia Cup 10-day bike race criterium. To complement a full day of racing, we will be hosting a community festival in the Old Town North neighborhood.  In Grafelman Park, the KidZone will feature… Read More »

SATURDAY JULY 20TH 9AM: CHECK IN BEGINS AT EMMETT’S 3PM: RACES BEGIN AT GRAFELMAN PARK THIS YEAR’S EVENT WILL BE BIGGER, BETTER, LOUDER, LARGER, AND WARMER–NOT ONLY THE PREMIER ADULT BIG WHEEL RACE IN ILLINOIS, BUT AN ALL-DAY BREW FEST WITH FOOD, BEER TENT, LIVE MUSIC, FAMILY FUN, AND MUCH MORE. LETS RIDE! ENTRY FEE INCLUDES… Read More »

Register Today!  Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up ~ August 9, 2024 3P-6P: Main Street Bicycles: 39 E. Main St. Carpentersville, IL 60110 Race Site Location (physical address or intersection) The former Meadowdale International Speedway in Raceway Woods Forest Preserve: N/W Corner of Rte. 31 & Main St./Huntley Rd. Carpentersville, IL 60110 Race Day Registration and… Read More »