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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Community members, city officials and law enforcement gathered last Thursday at the Hemmens Cultural Center auditorium to honor fallen officers during National Police Week Memorial Ceremony. The Larkin High School Choir opened the event with the national anthem + the mayor and police chief expressed deep gratitude for the police department’s service.  City of Elgin
  • Four Elgin City Council members were sworn in to begin their four-year terms on Wednesday evening; one new member, Diana Alfaro, replaced Carol Rauschenberger+ three returning members, Corey Dixon, Dustin Good, and Steve Thoren, continue to serve the community.  City of Elgin

EVENTS

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  • Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub

    6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza & Pub Elgin — Free to play — Gather your smartest friends and test your trivia skills for a chance to become the champ.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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  • Beyond Baby Blues Support Group

    12 AM – 1 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other moms and support your mental health in a weekly group setting.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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  • Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub

    6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your trivia knowledge and enjoy great food in a cozy pub atmosphere.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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  • The B96 Mixmaster's 'Back to the 90s' Party

    8 PM – 12 AM — Old Republic Kitchen + Bar — $22 presale, $25 at the door — Dance to legendary throwback jams under the stars with Chicago's top DJs.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • Open House at 3650 Thornhill Drive

    12-2 p.m. — 3650 Thornhill Drive — Free entry — Explore a beautifully designed home in Bowes Creek Country Club with luxurious living spaces and modern amenities.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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  • Beyond Baby Blues Support Group

    12 AM - 1 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — A supportive group for mothers to connect and discuss mental health challenges.

    Tue, 6/3/25

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  • Breathing Techniques for Labor and Delivery

    6-8 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free — Explore breathing and relaxation techniques to enhance comfort during childbirth.

    Wed, 6/4/25

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  • Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub

    6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your knowledge and see if you have what it takes to be the reigning Trivia Champ with friends.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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  • Total Joint Replacement Class

    5-6 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Learn about your total joint replacement journey with essential education and home preparation tips.

    Wed, 6/11/25

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  • Business Networking Event

    10-11:15 a.m. — Moretti's Elgin — Cost not specified — A chance to connect with fellow professionals and grow business relationships.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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