Tuesday, October 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Elgin invites residents within 30 miles to submit their 30-50 feet tall evergreen trees by October 27, 2024, for consideration as the centerpiece for holiday celebrations at Dupage Court. City of Elgin
- ➤ The partnership between GreenFields of Geneva senior living community and Elgin Symphony Orchestra enriches residents' lives with musical performances and educational programs, fostering a vibrant cultural exchange. Daily Herald
- ➤ Continental Properties has started construction of Authentix South Elgin, a 336-unit apartment community with amenities like a resort-style pool and pet-friendly spaces, set for pre-leasing in Spring 2025. Daily Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Elgin Master Chorale's 2024-25 season, 'From the Heavens', features a series of performances showcasing choral masterworks alongside top musicians, under the theme of divine musical experiences. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a League of Women Voters forum, Kane County candidates for Illinois state offices expressed commitments to address political divide, childcare crisis, women's reproductive rights, and mental health care, amid absence of their opponents. Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ U.S. Army Corporal Eriverto Ortiz, missing since the Korean War, has been identified and will be honored with a burial in Elgin, Illinois, with full military honors on October 28, 2024. Daily Herald
SHOP NEWS
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Community Piano Performance
Experience a delightful piano performance in the lobby by talented volunteer community members.
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Explore the Autumn Colors at Tekakwitha Woods
Learn about the science of leaf color changes while enjoying a naturalist-led hike through the beautiful autumn woodlands of Kane County.
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Practice Hour
Experience a supportive environment to boost your confidence in applying skills from your Spanish computer class with the assistance of a volunteer.
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El Mago Bilingual Magic Show
Experience a captivating bilingual magic show featuring El Mago, designed to entertain audiences of all ages.
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Volunteens Program for Grades 6-8
Engage with library projects and community service through this volunteer program tailored for middle school students.
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Free Orthopedic Clinic for Children by Elgin Elks
Experience a valuable opportunity for children's orthopedic assessments provided by the Elgin Elks Lodge in collaboration with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation.
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Community Piano Performance
Experience a delightful piano performance in the lobby, featuring talented volunteer community members.
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Diva Montell Solo Performance at Moretti's Elgin
Experience an engaging evening of live music featuring the talented Chicago area vocalist, Diva Montell, at Moretti's Elgin.
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Comic Book Mania - Superhero Storytime
Experience an exciting Superhero Storytime followed by a Meet & Greet with Batgirl, perfect for families and comic enthusiasts.
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Stone-A-Palooza: A Gem and Jewelry Event
Experience a one-day opportunity to explore and purchase cabochons and faceted gemstones from The Gem Shop at Fine Line Creative Arts Center.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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