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🏘️ Community
Participants in Kane County specialty courts showed art at the Judicial Center in St. Charles that tells their life stories using vivid images like faces, skulls, stitches, and bright flowers.
Judge Christine Downs said the art show gives court members—including veteran Robert Lundquist from Elgin Community College studying recovery—a chance to move forward by using art as a tool for change.
🎭 Culture
On April 16, artwork from participants in Kane County’s four specialty courts filled the jury lounge at the Judicial Center in St. Charles and told stories of recovery.
Judge Christine Downs said the art show provided a creative outlet—helping participants share the journeys that led them to rebuild their lives.
The Fine Line Creative Arts Center partners with the Community Crisis Center in Elgin for the What Were You Wearing? exhibit that will show clothing and survivor stories to raise awareness about sexual assault.
The exhibit will be held at the Kavanagh Gallery in St. Charles on April 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. and April 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. with light refreshments & support available from center staff.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Breastfeeding Support Group
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other mothers and share experiences during your breastfeeding journey.
Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub
6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your trivia skills with friends and enjoy great food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
Bad Penny Acoustic Performance
7-10 p.m. — Rookie’s Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic tunes by Bad Penny on the patio this evening.
Mother’s Day Weekend Celebration at Jimmy’s Charhouse
11 a.m. — Jimmy's Charhouse — Reservations recommended — Treat mom to a weekend of delicious Prime Rib and Surf & Turf specials.
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