Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of June.
Good morning, Elgin.
A Minnesota-based gig platform is permanently laying off 1,395 Illinois workers, with the process having started on May 4 and set to continue through July 2 as the company restructures its temporary workforce (affecting workers in Cook, Kane, Kendall, McHenry and Will counties).
Couples Date Night Golf Scramble
5:30 p.m. — Bowes Creek Country Club — $50/player plus greens fee — Enjoy a fun couples' golf scramble followed by dinner at Johnny’s Supper Club.
Elgin Micheleros Festival
12-11 p.m. — Festival Park — Presale tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant day filled with music, food, and micheladas at the largest festival in Elgin.
Summer Discover: Flag Feats & Facts
1-1:45 p.m. — Shales Children's Activity Room — Registration required — Design a flagpole using Play-Doh and popsicle sticks while learning about flag history.
Breastfeeding Support Group
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with fellow moms while supporting each other in your breastfeeding journeys.
Cheers to Connections
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Moretti's Ristorante and Pizzeria — No cost to attend — Network with local professionals over food and drinks in a friendly atmosphere.
Next Level Illinois Hoop Fest
All day — The Centre of Elgin — $250 entry fee — Compete in a spirited basketball tournament with teams from 9U to 17U.
Route 66 Celebration in Elgin
7-8 p.m. — Gail Borden Public Library District: Rakow Branch — Free entry — Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 right in Elgin without the long drive to California.
Marketing and Advertising Summit
8:30 a.m. — Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, Int'l — Free entry — Gain industry insights and practical tactics to enhance marketing strategies in the manufacturing sector.
Total Joint Replacement Class
3 – 4 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Explore your total joint replacement journey with thorough pre- and post-surgical education.
Beyond Baby Blues Support Group
12-1 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — A supportive space for moms to connect and share experiences related to mental health challenges.
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