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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Scouting America Three Fires Council in St. Charles hosted an annual food drive in March that collected 28,476 food items—enough to feed 250 families for a week—and more than 600 youth from 60 Scout packs and troops raised $2,919 to help local pantries, partnering with nearly 20 food banks in the surrounding counties.  Kane County Chronicle

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Elgin planning and zoning commissioners approved the petition from Jane and Buds Cannabis Dispensary on Monday to convert the former Boston Market at 205 S. Randall Road, and the plan will go to city council for final review. The 2,500-square-foot building — vacant since October — will receive new sidewalks, landscaping, and a modern black-and-white update while operating on set daily hours with a build-out cost estimated between $600,000 and $800,000.  Kane County Chronicle

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 4/17/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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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.

    Sun, 4/20/25

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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.

    Tue, 4/22/25

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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.

    Wed, 4/23/25

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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.

    Thu, 4/24/25

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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.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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  • One Fox Valley - Worship and Prayer

    11:30 PM — Springs at South Elgin — Free entry — Young adults unite for a night of worship and prayer to lead the community out of darkness.

    Mon, 4/28/25

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  • Hire Spartans Job Fair

    9 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Elgin Community College — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore your next career opportunity.

    Tue, 4/29/25

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