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Chicago Tribune
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Elgin News Digest: Carpentersville Independence Day parade, fireworks Saturday; Gifford Park Association picnic set for Saturday at square
Carpentersville will hold its Independence Day parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 28, in Old Town followed that evening by a festival and fireworks from 6 to 10 in Meadowdale Park. According to the village's website, the parade will begin at Lincoln Avenue and Main Street and will travel east on Main before heading south on Washington Avenue, east on Spring Street, north on Lord Avenue and east on Maple Avenue. It ends at Carpenter Park. Dundee Township Park District will host the community fest from 6 to 9 p.m. in Meadowdale Park, 1201 LW Besinger Drive, according to the park district's website. The gathering will feature entertainment, food vendors and community organization booths. The fireworks show is set to start at 9:30 p.m. The Gifford Park Association will hold its annual summer picnic from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28, in Gifford Park, 355 DuPage St., Elgin. Lawn games, food and other activities will be part of the event, according to the association's website. Gifford Park is the city's oldest public square. It was deeded to Elgin in 1858 by city founder James Gifford. The neighborhood park has a playground, a gazebo for performing events and a flower garden. For more information, email info@ Eight Elgin-area residents will debut as drag performers as part of 'The Power of Drag' show being presented from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at The Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. The amateur drag queens will compete in a lip-sync contest, according to a social media post for the event. The show is also being billed as 'a tribute to the rich history of drag and its powerful role in the LGBTQ+ movement.' Tickets are $25 and $30. For tickets, go to Elgin History Museum will hold a summer picnic fundraiser at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 29, at the John Duerr Forest Preserve, 35W003 Route 31, South Elgin. The event will begin with lunch, followed by lawn games and live music from The Jammers, according to the museum's website. At 1 p.m., guests will take a private ride on one of the Fox River Trolley Museum trolleys, which will include a special history program. Tickets are $25 for museum members, $30 for nonmembers. For tickets and information, go to
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Elgin preservation awards to be presented to 7 residents, organizations
Seven Elgin residents and organizations will be recognized with awards for their efforts to save and enhance the city's historic architecture, neighborhoods and cultural resources. The Mayor's Awards for Preservation, bestowed by the Elgin Heritage Commission as chosen from among nominees submitted by peers, will be presented at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at The Hemmens Cultural Center in a free, public event that can also be viewed on the city's YouTube channel, according to a city news release. The recipients are: Chloe Burkhart, honored for her 'above and beyond sympathetic restoration' of her home at 320 North St. Community Crisis Center, recognized for its 'impressive exterior rehabilitation' of the 1891 historic Franklin School. Debra Vruble and the Elgin National Watch Neighbors Association, cited for their 'tireless and devoted efforts in reforming the neighborhood group and advocating the benefits of preservation and sense of place.' Efrain Zepeda, who carried out an 'impactful rehabilitation' of 519-521 Douglas Ave. Elgin History Museum, lauded for its history podcast 'Echoes of Elgin,' which 'brings to life historian Mike Alft's columns.' It's hosted by Elgin museum educator Rebecca Miller. Elgin Public Museum, which redid its 'The Encounter' exhibit and turned it into a 'powerful new teaching tool focusing on LaSalle's exploration and the impact of Native American-European trade on Indigenous Peoples, waterways and species.' Tricia Grosser, honored for her 'continued volunteerism, fundraising and enthusiasm for educating and promoting Elgin's history' as a docent and board member of the Elgin History Museum. Nine heritage building plaques also will also be presented to Elgin homeowners who have researched the history and architecture of their homes this year, according to the release. Since 1986, more than 500 plaques have been presented. This year's recipients are: First Congregational Church; 256 E. Chicago St.; Elgin History Museum; 302 W. Chicago St.; Angela and Kellen Smith; 43 Hamilton Ave.; Mary Beckman; 514 Hubbard Ave.; Mike and Kelli Howell; 527 Laurel St.; Heidi and Shannon Carpenter; 1000 Logan Ave.; Abby and Jack Trimble; 820 Mill St.; Linda and Jim Hoffmann; 636 N. Spring St.; Christine Hardwick; 229 Vincent Place; The heritage commission is a citizen advisory group that promotes Elgin's historic preservation activity. Its nine voting members are appointed by the mayor and Elgin City Council.
Chicago Tribune
16-04-2025
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Elgin preservation awards to be presented to 7 residents, organizations
Seven Elgin residents and organizations will be recognized with awards for their efforts to save and enhance the city's historic architecture, neighborhoods and cultural resources. The Mayor's Awards for Preservation, bestowed by the Elgin Heritage Commission as chosen from among nominees submitted by peers, will be presented at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at The Hemmens Cultural Center in a free, public event that can also be viewed on the city's YouTube channel, according to a city news release. The recipients are: Chloe Burkhart, honored for her 'above and beyond sympathetic restoration' of her home at 320 North St. Community Crisis Center, recognized for its 'impressive exterior rehabilitation' of the 1891 historic Franklin School. Debra Vruble and the Elgin National Watch Neighbors Association, cited for their 'tireless and devoted efforts in reforming the neighborhood group and advocating the benefits of preservation and sense of place.' Efrain Zepeda, who carried out an 'impactful rehabilitation' of 519-521 Douglas Ave. Elgin History Museum, lauded for its history podcast 'Echoes of Elgin,' which 'brings to life historian Mike Alft's columns.' It's hosted by Elgin museum educator Rebecca Miller. Elgin Public Museum, which redid its 'The Encounter' exhibit and turned it into a 'powerful new teaching tool focusing on LaSalle's exploration and the impact of Native American-European trade on Indigenous Peoples, waterways and species.' Tricia Grosser, honored for her 'continued volunteerism, fundraising and enthusiasm for educating and promoting Elgin's history' as a docent and board member of the Elgin History Museum. Nine heritage building plaques also will also be presented to Elgin homeowners who have researched the history and architecture of their homes this year, according to the release. Since 1986, more than 500 plaques have been presented. This year's recipients are: First Congregational Church; 256 E. Chicago St.; Elgin History Museum; 302 W. Chicago St.; Angela and Kellen Smith; 43 Hamilton Ave.; Mary Beckman; 514 Hubbard Ave.; Mike and Kelli Howell; 527 Laurel St.; Heidi and Shannon Carpenter; 1000 Logan Ave.; Abby and Jack Trimble; 820 Mill St.; Linda and Jim Hoffmann; 636 N. Spring St.; Christine Hardwick; 229 Vincent Place; The heritage commission is a citizen advisory group that promotes Elgin's historic preservation activity. Its nine voting members are appointed by the mayor and Elgin City Council.
