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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 people gathered at the Kane County Courthouse in Geneva on April 10th for CASA Kane County's Hands Around the Courthouse event to raise child abuse awareness and prevention. Officials said advocates will boost school outreach and support services (with new programs started in 2022) to help protect children (as part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month efforts). Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ Families in Kane County will enjoy several Easter egg hunts and bunny visits from April 12 to 19 at venues including Batavia Park, Heritage Woods, Elburn Lions Club, New Covenant Bible Church, Arcada Theatre, Geneva United Methodist Church and Algonquin Lakes Park—each event offering unique activities and times. Elgin residents can join a special adult egg hunt at Vern’s Tavern on April 18 at 4:30 p.m. Kane County Chronicle
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Freshman Alyssa Freeman from St. Francis hit 14 for 23 for a .609 batting average with a double and four home runs in seven games while driving in 15 runs and helping her team to a 6 to 1 record — she was voted the Kane County Chronicle Athlete of the Week in an online vote. Kane County Chronicle
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Drug-Free Dash 5K Run and Walk
8 AM — Gail Borden Public Library District: Main Library — Registration Required — Participate in a family-friendly 5K and 2-mile walk promoting a drug-free lifestyle.
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Open House at 3610 Reddington Circle
1-3 p.m. — 3610 Reddington Circle — $394,900 — Discover a stunning ranch home in Highland Woods with resort-style living and everyday convenience.
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Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt
6:30-9 p.m. — Jim Hansen Park — Free entry — Search for glowing eggs in a fun night-time adventure at the baseball fields.
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Free In-Person Coding Workshop for Kids
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — 495 Airport Rd, Elgin, IL — Free entry — Let your child explore the world of coding and robotics in an engaging workshop designed for ages 7-14.
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Easter Brunch at Holiday Inn & Suites Elgin
10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. — Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago Northwest - Elgin — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch pattern to please your palate.
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Beyond Baby Blues Support Group
12 AM – 1 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other mothers to support mental health in a welcoming environment.
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Elgin Elks Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic
2-4 p.m. — OrthoIllinois — Free entry — Benefit from essential orthopedic assessments and support for children's health.
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Trivia Night at Village Pizza & Pub
6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your knowledge and enjoy great food and drinks in a cozy pub atmosphere.
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Karaoke Night at Johnny’s Supper Club
7-10 p.m. — Johnny's Supper Club — Free entry — Unleash your inner star with fun-filled karaoke every other Friday night.
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Blain's Farm & Fleet 70th Anniversary Celebration
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet - Elgin — Free entry — Celebrate 70 years with demos, giveaways, and a chance to win a branded UTV.
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