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Saturday, September 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin will host its annual community job fair on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at noon—with more than 30 local and well-known employers, including the city, Elgin Community College, and the Illinois Department of Human Services. Jobseekers will also get one-on-one help from support groups like the Illinois Department of Employment Security. Daily Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bluff City Cemetery Walk will take place on September 27–28 at Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Blvd, offering outdoor plays that bring to life the stories of notable Elgin residents. Volunteers and staff from the Elgin History Museum have planned shows at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on September 27 and at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on September 28 — the event aims to promote the preservation of our local history. City of Elgin
- ➤ Little Isaiah Marrero, a 3-year-old from East Dundee, will have his photo shown on a Times Square Jumbotron today between 9 and 9:10 a.m.—he was chosen from over 2,600 entries for the annual National Down Syndrome Society video presentation. Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ St. Edward Central Catholic High School in Elgin will hold a remembrance ceremony on Sept. 12 to honor nearly 3,000 lives lost on Sept. 11 and to recognize first responders, veterans and military members. The event will occur at Greg True Field (6:30 p.m.) between the girls flag football game at 5:30 p.m. and the varsity game at 7:30 p.m. Daily Herald
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Scandinavian Day Festival
10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Vasa Park — $12-15 — Celebrate Scandinavian culture with entertainment, food, and activities for the whole family.
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Chip in for Hunger Golf Fundraiser
8-9 a.m. — Bowes Creek Country Club — Sponsorship available — A day of golf supporting local hunger relief efforts with great food and fellowship.
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Summer Concert Series: Sunset Strip
6:30-8 p.m. — Panton Mill Park — Free admission — Enjoy live music outdoors every Wednesday evening in the heart of South Elgin.
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Family Birthing Center Tour
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Explore the Family Birthing Center and learn about the services offered for expectant families.
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The Tempest by Elgin Theatre Company
2 p.m. — Elgin Art Showcase — General admission — Experience a magical blend of comedy and fantasy in Shakespeare’s final masterpiece.
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Champions of Workforce Celebration
3-5 p.m. — Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, Int'l — Free entry — Celebrate the success of workforce development in Kane County with networking, panel discussions, and success stories.
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Patio Take Over with Midnight Iris
7-10 p.m. — Rookies Sports Bar & Grill — Free concert — Enjoy the ultimate soundtrack of the 60s–90s with Midnight Iris on the patio.
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