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Posted on: May 14, 2012

Janus Theatre Announces Lineup for Second Summer Rep Series

Janus Theater Company presents the Summer Rep 2012 series, entitled Austen in Elgin (Shakespeare on Division). This is the second year of the Summer Rep series and will feature Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen, adapted by... Read on...

Posted on: May 9, 2012

“Extending the Honor” at Elgin Veteran’s Memorial Phase II

The Elgin Veterans Memorial Park “Phase II” Committee, in cooperation with the city of Elgin, is proud to announce its campaign “Extending the Honor” to build a “Phase II” for waterfront access to the memorial.

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Posted on: April 27, 2012

Community Garden Volunteers Needed

Residents of all ages looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity are invited to help at any of the 21 Community Gardens planned throughout the city this year. The City of Elgin was awarded a Kane County Fit for... Read on...

Posted on: April 26, 2012

Lunch On-Line with the Mayor

Since entering office one year ago, Mayor David Kaptain has tried a variety of methods to meet with as many residents as possible. In addition to countless emails and phone calls, the mayor has hosted monthly “Live On-line... Read on...


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Posted on: May 8, 2012

Hawthorne Hill Nature Center seeks volunteers for May 20 workday

The city of Elgin’s Hawthorne Hill Nature Center is inviting residents to pitch in for a workday from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 20, and to stick around afterward for an appreciation cookout from 5 to 6 p.m.

If you enjoy... Read on...

Posted on: April 30, 2012

2012 Ride for Life

Join us for a fun and enjoyable bike ride through Kane County. Ride for Life will be the final event during Elgin’s celebration of Bike to Work Week 2012! Ride proceeds this year will go towards maps of recommended bike... Read on...

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Posted on: April 30, 2012

Hawthorne Hill celebrates its 7th birthday!

Join us as we celebrate our 7th birthday, on Sunday, June 10th, with an eco-scavenger hunt, guided nature walk, nature crafts, brand new Underground Expedition exhibit, and more!

1:30 pm: Underground Expedition exhibit... Read on...