Wednesday, September 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of September.
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Elgin Men's Shed Gathering
Experience a welcoming environment where older men can connect, share skills, and work on meaningful projects while fostering friendships and community engagement.
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Creative Dot Art Project for Kids
Experience a hands-on art project where children can unleash their creativity using a paper dot in KidSpace at the Gail Borden Public Library.
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Gourmet Sandwich Pop-Up at Plank Road Tap Room
Experience a delightful gourmet sandwich pop-up in the scenic beer garden on a beautiful Saturday afternoon.
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Creative Dot Exploration
Experience a day of creativity and imagination by transforming paper dots into your artistic visions at the library.
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Creative Art Project with Paper Dots
Experience a day of creativity as kids use paper dots to create their own unique art projects in KidSpace at the library.
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Volunteens for Grades 6-8
Engage in community service by assisting the library with volunteer projects designed for students in grades 6-8.
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Explore Elgin's Hidden Gem at the Public Museum
Experience a captivating program on the history and significance of the Elgin Public Museum of Natural History & Anthropology, led by Director Sharry Blazier.
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Storytime and Songs
Experience a delightful Spanish-language program filled with stories, music, and crafts designed for families with children aged 3 and up.
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Funk Brotherz Live at Rookies Elgin
Experience live music as Funk Brotherz returns to Rookies Elgin to perform after rescheduling a missed rain date.
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The Community Get Down Music Festival
Experience a vibrant day of music and community fun at the 7th annual We in the Basement Music Festival in Wing Park, featuring a built-in stage and seating for relaxation.
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