Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
Good morning, Elgin.
💼 Business
La Michoacana Extreme, a new ice cream shop, will open tomorrow at 321 Randall Road in South Elgin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony—entertainment and ice cream coupons will also be offered.
West Dundee resident Yuli Gasca, who built a home-based cake business over seven years, will serve 28 paleta flavors and 36 ice cream flavors in this first Michoacana store in the area.
🎭 Culture
Tickets for the Great Elgin Pipe Organ Tour finale will be on sale this weekend for a concert on Friday, Sept.
12 at 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church—Jeff Neufeld will perform on the historic organ while Chad Goodman conducts the Elgin Symphony Orchestra in works including a North American premiere.
🏛️ Government
Elgin installed new wedge safety barriers along Riverside Drive and South Grove Avenue this week—designed to restrict vehicle access while keeping pedestrian flow.
The barriers will fully activate from July 18 through Oct. 12—rising and lowering on a scheduled basis during weekend events.
Hanover Township's Mental Health Board — which supports mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse intervention — has opened Fiscal Year 2027 funding applications for agencies serving township residents.
Completed applications are due by Friday, Sept. 19 and agencies will be notified in January 2026.
🎉 Elgin Events
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Birthing Center Tour
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Explore the Family Birthing Center and get all your questions answered in a welcoming environment.
Cruise Night
6-8 p.m. — Panton Mill Park — Free entry — Check out classic cars and enjoy summer vibes in the park.
Childbirth and Newborn Care: 1-Day Express
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Cost information not provided — Comprehensive class covering all aspects of labor, delivery, and newborn care.
South Elgin Summer Concert Series
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Panton Mill Park — Free entry — Enjoy the energetic Second Hand Soul Band bringing you the best of Motown, Funk, & Soul.
Apex Gear Service Ribbon Cutting Celebration
11 AM – 1 PM — Apex Gear Service, Inc. — Free entry — Celebrate milestones with food, refreshments, and a chance to connect with the community.
Open Mic Night at Lords Park Pavilion
7-10 p.m. — Lords Park Pavilion — Free entry — Celebrate local talent with music, poetry, and comedy under the stars.
Childbirth and Newborn Care Series
6-9 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Cost varies — Explore comprehensive childbirth and newborn care topics in this two-session series.
Uncaged in the Zoo: Deb the Frog Lady
12:30 – 1:30 PM — Lords Park Zoo — Free entry — Discover fascinating amphibians and reptiles with Deb the Frog Lady in this engaging summer program.
Free In-Person Coding Workshop for Kids
11 AM – 6 PM — 495 Airport Rd — Free entry — Kids aged 7-14 can explore robotics and math in a fun, interactive environment.
Nature in Your Neighborhood
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Lords Park Zoo — Free entry — Enjoy a fun storytime and craft session featuring bison at the final program of the zoo season.
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