Sunday, June 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kane County author and illustrator Emma Knuckman released her first book Rewind & Play: ABC The Millennial Way that pairs each alphabet letter with a 90s icon such as Blockbuster or Napster to share her childhood memories with her daughter. She will host a free book-signing and story time event at CAMP Chicago on June 21—giving readers a chance to engage with her nostalgic work. Kane County Chronicle
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marquette beat Aurora Christian by 5 to 1 in Saturday’s Class 1A Harvest Christian Sectional championship game at Trout Park by scoring three runs in the fifth and two later while pitcher Alec Novotney allowed just three hits and struck out 13. The team will carry its 15 straight wins into Monday’s DeKalb Supersectional—setting the stage for their next matchup. Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ South Elgin's junior pitcher Jacob Robertson threw a complete game to lead his team to a 4-3 win over St. Charles North in the Class 4A Batavia Regional championship Saturday—errors by North helped swing the game in the Storm's favor. The Storm will face Bartlett at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the 4A Willowbrook Sectional semifinals. Kane County Chronicle
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dining and Music at Rookies
7:30 p.m. — Rookies Sports Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy incredible food and feel-good music in a casual outdoor setting.
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Adoption Event at South Elgin Petco
11 AM – 3 PM — Petco — Free entry — Experience a day of fun with adoptable pets, food trucks, games, and giveaways.
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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 enjoy food and drinks in a lively pub atmosphere.
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Open House at Honey Bee Acres
4-7 p.m. — 41W072 Bowes Road — $1,200,000 — Explore this horse lover's paradise complete with custom home and equestrian facilities.
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CSB Baseball Illinois College Showcase
9 AM – 2 PM — Judson University — $175 per player — An opportunity for high school athletes to showcase their skills to college coaches and receive recruiting assistance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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