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Mt. Pocono’s Rise:

The Battle of The Fans “We’re not a cover band. We’re not a general rock ‘n’ roll band or have, you know, very popular influences. We’re a lot of smaller influences from a lot of different things and yet we can still draw the hundred plus people that were at Side Street the other night. I think the fact that this kind of scene gets that kind of reception is immense.” That was an assessment by Brandon Garlick, bassist and unofficial spokesman for Mt. Pocono, during a wide-ranging interview that explored the band’s back story, their creative process and the local music scene that developed around them. The four-piece band recently won the Battle of the Bands tournament hosted in downtown Elgin by Side Street Studio Arts, a contest in which two or more bands play a set on one night, and a winner is selected by popular vote among the fans who are present. Winners from early rounds go on to compete until a single champion is chosen.

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Left to right: Jon Alvarado: Drums, Guitar, Vocals Julian Medriano: Guitar, Vocals Emily Buttermore: Drums, Guitar, Vocals Brandon Garlick: Bass Guitar

Mt. Pocono played their fivesong set Saturday night, August 12th in a contest with Accidentally on Purpose, a six-member band with a completely different sound but near equal popularity. Both bands consist of musicians with deep roots in Elgin who joined together in different lineups mainly for this summer’s contest. Julian with Julian’s song. Photo by Roberto Martinez.

Band of Others It’s a familiar story in music circles, the one about the kid who was taught how to play an instrument because the band needed a bass player. “In freshman year of high school, I was given a guitar, a really cheapo one I still have. I was kind of self-taught to play,” Brandon recalled. That’s when two friends in Think Easy encouraged him to replace a recently expelled bassist by handing him an instrument and offering to teach him the rest. “I was kind of forced into playing bass, but I’ve been working on it for the last four plus years and I’m here now with these guys playing bass.” It was the summer of 2014, when

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Em and Brandon. Photo by Roberto Martinez. Brandon attended the first Battle of the Bands as a fan, and saw a future band mate performing in their final contest. “I remember going to Oceans and Oceans’ final battle when they lost,” he recalled. “I was there not knowing what it was, what I was seeing. We were literally sitting on folding chairs that year. It was a small event, and it didn’t seem to be that serious that they had lost.” “I think that’s when Brandon became a familiar face,” added Julian Medriano, Mt. Pocono guitarist and member of Oceans and Oceans. “We started playing shows with him (and Think Easy) and it grew to be a very tight knit thing.”

Last year they brought in Emily Buttermore on guitar for more sonic layering options. “Having a fuller band, like four people, enhances the sound so dramatically, it’s crazy,” Julian observed. Emily — Em, as she’s known by the band — was no stranger to the Medrianos. She had known Julian since high school through mutual friends and had similar tastes in music. “What made me and Em’s friendship was like, ‘You like My Bloody Valentine? Awesome. You like Sonic Youth? Tight.’ We’re noise rockers.”

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They’re referring to a period “when it was Think Easy and Oceans and Oceans as friends, as well as, we’re playing gigs together,” explained Brandon. “From there we just kept getting more intertwined once all of us got out of high school.” The Oceans were originally a three-piece sibling band consisting of Julian and his older brother Adrian on guitars and his sister Kristine on drums. They were champions of the 2015 Battle and appeared on the main stage at Nightmare on Chicago Street that October, wearing shark costumes.

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The Final Battle. Photo by Doug Hanson. right for a new project in early 2017, while Oceans and Oceans was on a hiatus, and Think Easy was not rehearsing or performing while the band’s front man was away at the University of Illinois. Opportunity knocked in the form of multiple empty slots in Side Street’s upcoming Battle.

“I really wanted to start a new band that wasn’t with my brother and sister,” Julian confessed. “Because I always felt like I was in their shadow.” Fortunately, he had a long friendship with Jon Alvarado, a drummer with whom he had jammed and practiced as a duo for many years. “I guess I kinda like brought everyone together in a way.”

Uphill Battle For the next six months the quartet met almost every Tuesday night and Saturday morning to work things out. The instrumental side came more naturally at first, consisting of long jam sessions where the musicians would develop riffs into structures. “When it started it was a little rough at times,” admitted Brandon. “But jams are constantly improving, and we’re getting a lot better playing off each other.”

Brandon and Julian. Photo by Roberto Martinez.

The first song they finished was based on Brandon’s bass riff, to which lyrics were added by Julian. Like most of their material, it does not have a specific

title, in fact the band just calls it “Brandon’s song.” “We definitely focused on the music apsect first,” said Em, “the lyrics are always an afterthought,” to which Julian adds, “I’d say me and Em are more of the instrumental type ...” “I definitely come up with melodies and lyrics a lot easier than anything else,” Jon told us. I’ll have a melody in mind before I even pick up an instrument. I’ll just come up with something in my head.” The band’s title song, “Mt. Pocono,” was Jon’s contribution, based on a lonely visit to the resort town in Eastern Pennsylvania. “I rode the public bus around the the town and just noticed how sh*tty it was,” he remembered. “It was just sad, and really, really foggy, really hilly, a lot of forests ... but I liked the way it looked.” Coincidentally, Brandon visited the area early this summer and formed the same impression. “I agree with Jon, it’s not

the best area. It had mixed feelings of very poor and also very rich ... very nice golf courses, abandoned places, and resorts burned to the ground.” Known as the honeymoon capitol of the world in the forties and fifties, most people pronounce the name Mount PO-ka-no. The Elgin band pronounces it pa-KOno because that’s how Jon sings it. Brandon said repeatedly, “It just got more and more ironic as the summer progressed, the fact that we named the band that.”

Creating a Scene All of the band’s lyrics deal with the pain of isolation or uncertainty, broken relationships and coping mechanisms. They’re sad songs. Mt. Pocono disagrees on whether an “Elgin sound” can be defined, but Brandon suggests “the tone of the whole scene is sad music.” His reasoning is somewhat historical. “The tone is being set by the old bands that everyone learned in. The first big projects that happened in the local scene, at least for us, like Oceans and Oceans,

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Think Easy and Home Burial, are now either disassembling or taking a step back to comprise new bands with different members who are redefining themselves out of the troubles of the past.” “There was this first wave of fans of the local scene and we feel kind of like there’s a second wave coming up and we’re part of that. I think so.” Em explained. “I think there’s totally a second wave of local bands coming out. It’s really cool.” The amazing thing about this continuing creative churn is that most of the upand-coming bands are playing original music and don’t appear on the local bar circuit. One reason is because a lot of the musicians and fans are under 21. Another is some bars require a minimum cover charge collected at the door (“pay to play”), and perhaps most of all, customers want to hear country, classic rock or R&B, not original stuff by local noise rockers. So the scene had to find a home elsewhere, literally speaking.

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“I started hosting a house show at my place two years ago,” said Brandon. “We went on to build that bigger and bigger to where last December

Side Street Studio Arts has also championed the local music movement through numerous programs, not just Battle of the Bands. “Side Street has become a meeeting place where we all got connected,” emphasized Julian. “Our friends not only support the live shows, they come to, like, the random events ... they’re always down there now.” Brandon adds, “In a music scene that was hurting because we lost all the all-ages venues in the area, this is all we have.”

Brandon with Brandon’s song. Photo by Roberto Martinez.

Em observed, “All these bands literally built this scene from throwing DIY shows, through Side Street, from networking and allowing everybody to play, and we assimilated this giant scene, it’s pretty cool.” Yet there’s still more music to discover, as Brandon puts it, “There’s a whole other realm of music in Elgin, and it blows my mind every day how much is out there.” —JP

As many as sixteen bands play in the Battle every year, which now draws talent from neighboring cities. But as long as fans have the final say, Elgin bands like Mt. Pocono and Accidentally on Purpose will always rise to the top.

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Jenny Riddle, a renowned Dramatic Book Reviewer, will be presenting a review of the book “Ray and Joan: The Man Who Made the McDonald’s Fortune and The Woman Who Gave It All Away,” by Lisa Napoli. The performance will follow the Donor Club of Elgin’s annual fundraising luncheon, set for 12pm, September 28th at the Elgin Country Club. Tickets for this event are $30 and may be purchased from club members in advance. Advance tickets and reservations are required. The Donor Club was founded in 1913, adopting the motto that remains today: “Our duty is to be useful, not according to our desires but according to our powers.” In 1920, the Club founded the Day Nursery (now the Elgin Day Care Center) and has since donated substantially to area charities like the Courier-News Shoe Fund, the Crisis Center and the Easter Seal Center. For more information about the club or the luncheon, contact Mary at (847) 742-6987.

Taste of Tchaikovsky The Elgin Symphony Orchestra (ESO), awarded Illinois Professional Orchestra of the Year a record-setting four times, opens its 2017-18 season September 16 and 17 with critically-acclaimed music director Andrew Grams conducting works by the beloved

The concerts feature one of the composer’s most famous masterworks, the Piano Concerto No. 1, performed by pianist Dinara Klinton. The piece has been used in numerous movies and shows, including in a Monty Python skit and in the film Misery. More recently the work was sampled in the Pink Martini song “Splendor in the Grass,” and many will recognize the famous opening chords and melody from the song, “Tonight We Love.”

Dinara Klinton. Photo by Emil Matveev. The program also includes Tchaikovsky’s Suite No. 3, an ESO premiere. The concerts are sponsored by The Anvil Club and Hydrox Laboratories. For concert tickets, which start at $30, call 847.888.4000 or visit ElginSymphony.Org. A pre-concert celebration and fundraiser will be held Saturday, September 16, 6:00 pm in a party tent at the Hemmens Cultural Center. Tickets are $100 per person, $150 per couple and include hors d’oeuvres and wine tastings provided by International Vines. Tickets are available online at ElginSymphony.Org.

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The Mozart Journey The St. Charles Singers will launch its 34th concert season this fall with “Mozart Journey XII,” a new installment of the professional chamber choir’s multiyear project to perform Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s complete sacred choral music. Joined by the Metropolis Chamber Orchestra, the 32 mixedvoice ensemble, conducted by founder and music director Jeffrey Hunt will perform at 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 1, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 397 Fulton St., Elgin. A preconcert lecture by Wheaton College Professor of Music Jonathan Saylor will begin an hour before each Mozart Journey performance. Single tickets for the “Mozart Journey XII” concert are $35 adult general admission, $30 for seniors 65 and older, and $10 for students, available at stcharlessingers.com or by phone at (630) 513-5272. Tickets may also be purchased at the door on the day of the concert, depending on availability. Group discounts are available.

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Get Your Fringe On! Get ready to cry, laugh, and be awed by the creativity and fantastic artists! Now headed into their fourth year, the Elgin Fringe Festival (EFF) is five days of magic, dance, comedy, drama, music, and the undefined ... all performed live for you in downtown Elgin! The week-long event starts Saturday, September 9th with a kid-focused Family Fringe staged in Carleton Rogers Park at the corner of Spring Street and Highland Avenue. Artists will continue to gather from all over the nation during the week of September 10th, and the fest official kicks off with a blimp-raising ceremony outside the Blue Box Cafe, Wednesday, September 13th at 6:00 pm.

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Company presents three short sketches entitled “Screwing Around with Shakespeare” (free); the Indepdendent Players perform the 1966 play “The Interview” ($5); La Groove Fatale showcases American Tribal Fusion dance in “Fakeloric” (free); comedy by Corey Dillard ($5) and the Intellectual Mercenary Show (free) are among multiple spoken word acts; Dave Newton performs (free) and a lineup of local bands including Mt. Pocono and the Annie Young Gospel Blues Band will share the outdoor stage at the EFF Tailgate ($10); Carleton the Mime Mime, one of America’s foremost mime artists, revives his kid-friendly show with the music of Mighty Joe ($10).

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Elgin Cemetery Walk Celebrates Thirty Years Gen. John S. Wilcox 2017 marks a special occasion for the Elgin Cemetery Walk – its thirtieth birthday! The Elgin Area Historical Society organizes this highly anticipated annual event that now sees over 6 00 people each year. Visitors enjoy a 90-minute guided tour through the scenic Bluff City Cemetery, stopping periodically at gravesites of former Elgin residents for a brief theatrical monologue. Actors portray the individuals while dressed in period costumes. In addition to bringing visitors to the gravesites, Cemetery Walk guides also stroll through the expansive cemetery grounds with visitors pointing out various cemetery symbolism and fascinating historic facts. Things have changed since the first Cemetery Walk in 1987: there were originally no guides, and visitors followed a chalk line to reach the historic characters. Jerry and Kathy Turnquist organized this first event after seeing smaller cemetery walks in other communities, hoping to spotlight some of the unique individuals that have left their

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mark on Elgin over the years. More than 400 visitors came out for that first event and enjoyed their experience in beautiful Bluff City Cemetery. That day sparked a new tradition: the annual Elgin Cemetery Walk. The Cemetery Walk is unique in that it combines theater mixed with historical facts to provide insight into Elgin’s unique history and engage the audience with a new view of history. The event also eliminates some of the uneasiness associated with cemeteries. Many people consider cemeteries to be creepy or depressing places, but an event like the Cemetery Walk is an opportunity for people to enjoy the beautiful natural setting of Bluff City Cemetery, as well as the craftsmanship and artwork of the grave markers that serve as monuments to people’s lives. The Elgin Area Historical Society will host the 30th Annual Elgin Cemetery Walk on Sunday, September 24, 2017. The guided tour of the Cemetery will take place from 11-3 p.m. at the Bluff City Cemetery, located at 945 Bluff City Blvd. on Elgin’s south-

east side. Tour guides will escort groups through the cemetery to six different characters who will talk about their lives and impact on Elgin history. This year the Society will be also be dedicating a new interpretive sign honoring the common grave of remains that were moved to Bluff City from the Channing Cemetery in 1968. There will also be several short vignettes included on the tour. Chairs will be available at gravesites, but visitors will walk the route and stay with their guide. For those with limited mobility who would like to take the tour, there will be a free bus with an on-board guide. Reservations for the bus are needed in advance. There will also be a small food court with reasonably priced hot dogs, chips, drinks, popcorn and ice cream. Tickets are available starting August 15 at the Elgin History Museum, Ace Hardware on Spring Street and on Lillian Street. You can buy online at www.elginhistory.org

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Elgin Short Film Festival by Madeline Richmond Film makers and film enthusiasts alike are gearing up for the ninth year of the Elgin Short Film Festival, happening on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Elgin will take on the likes of Tinseltown as audiences are able to enjoy the top six films being screened in the Hemmens Cultural Center Theater. In addition to appreciating cinematic gold, attendees will be treated to the comedic stylings of Mike Toomey as he

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So how are the top six films out of all the submissions selected? The top two films chosen by the Selection Committee will automatically make the finals and be screened at the Hemmens Cultural Center Theater. The following three films from each category will be screened on September 16, 2017 as part of the Elgin Fringe Festival. Here, the audience will decide the Next-In Finalists that move onto the ESFF for screening. Along with a ticket purchase to the ESFF comes the opportunity to experience a special presentation by Chamber Music on the Fox. A seven-piece ensemble, will feature celebrated pianist Yana Reznik, and perform a score to Charlie Chaplin’s film, The Tramp. The performance brings together music from the

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Chamber Music on the Fox, Cultural Arts Commission Organizational Grant Recipient Chamber Music on the Fox presents Charlie Chaplin’s “The Tramp” with live chamber ensemble performing music by Daren Hagen. Saturday, September 23, 2017 @3pm at Hemmens Cultural Center, in conjunction with the Elgin Short Film Festival. Tickets $10 ($5 student)

BFH.org, Cultural Arts Commission Organizational Grant Recipent BFH.org presents “Sones de Mi Tierra,” a varied musical landscape that is Mexico through a diverse array of folkloric dances that demonstrate the uniqueness of each cultural region and style. Performed by live music from Colima Mexico Group Acustica. Performances are Saturday, September 30th @7:00pm and Sunday, October 1st @3:00pm at Elgin Community College Blizzard Theater, 1700 Spartan Dr, Building H, Elgin, IL, 60123. Tickets in advance- $20 adults/$17

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Dave Metzger, Individual Artist Grant Recipient Oddball Art Labs presents “Robots, Rockets, and Space Vixens!” A Pop Art Sci-Fi Spectacular. Enjoy a mix of 2-D and 3-D Science Fiction art. From robot rampages to alien encounters, this show promises to be a one of a kind event! Opening Reception Friday, September 15th 6-10pm @ Artspace Gallery in Downtown Elgin, 51 S. Spring St. $5 suggested donation (proceeds from the event go to Elgin’s own teen champion robotics team, Got Robot?). After party at the Martini Room just around the corner @ 161 E. Chicago St. For more details and last minute information go to: OddballArtLabs.org or Facebook.com/OddballArtLabs

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You love music and want to explore other musical styles. You’ve heard that the ESO is an award-winning professional orchestra, but you hesitate based on tired stereotypes about the experience. Why not explore a new musical world? Get to the know the ESO!

tra experience is like no other. Why? Because it combines the past and the present. You will be transported and experience music that expressed the spirit of the times over the last several centuries. But your personal interaction with the music makes it new, vibrant and alive.

The ESO presents exciting, high-quality, and affordable performances of the some of the best music ever written, led by Music Director and Conductor Andrew Grams, in a casual and welcoming setting. To help dispel some myths and alleviate your fears, here are some thoughts about what you can expect at a classical music concert. Let’s start with the music.

A word about concert hall rituals and traditions. ESO Music Director Andrew Grams sets the tone and as he always says, “this is not church.” Back in Mozart and Beethoven’s day, the concert experience was more like a party. At some point, the more formal experience was adopted. But today’s audiences demand a relaxed atmosphere, and at the ESO that’s the environment they try to create. The ESO’s goal is to provide a place where you can unwind, listen to good music, learn something new and hang out with people who share similar interests.

What makes classical music good? What do you look for? Just think of any other music you love. Say, your favorite band. What makes it good? The group is tight and creates a single unit of synchronistic sound. The soloists are prepared and hit all the right notes. But for the greatest experience, all of this combines to touch or connect with you in some way. As with all good music, you might not “get it” at first. Some of it will hit you right away with a beautiful melody or an unforgettable rhythm. But much of classical music is dense, rich and complicated like a seven-layer dark chocolate cake. At first bite, you are overwhelmed with an explosion of sensations. Then, with each taste, you recognize nuances of flavor and different spices. Once again, not unlike all good music, it can take many listenings to mine all the meanings, and the interaction will be unique every time. Yes, the symphony orches-

Please DO NOT worry about when to clap! Most pieces have several movements or sections. The reason for not clapping in-between movements is to help keep the mood of the piece going between sections. But it’s not a bad thing if you clap between movements because it shows you were moved emotionally. It’s a compliment. The trick is to watch the conductor, who will drop his hands at the end of a piece. Or just hold back a bit to see what others do. Join Music Director Andrew Grams and the award-winning ESO this season as they play electrifying concerts that exemplify the power of live performance. It’s all part of the ESO’s desire to create programs that enrich, uplift and entertain. — DH

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McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacion en Ingles/ English Conversation Group Practice having everyday conversations in English, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence with a tutor from the Literacy Connection. No registration. Practica conversar en ingles, mejora tu pronunciacion y adquiere confianza con un tutor del Literacy Connection. No hace falta inscribirse. Also 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Tue.Aug.29 Career Services & Resume Assistance These programs will occur simultaneously in the Computer Training Room in order to better serve job seekers: 1.) IDES Unemployment and Illinois Job Link AssistanceTuesdays, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Computer Training Room. Staff from the Illinois Department of Employment Security will be available to assist with filing for unemployment benefits and registering on the Illinois Job Link website. Drop-ins welcome. Schedules occasionally change. Please check www. gailborden.info/events for specific locations and times. This program is in partnership with the Illinois Department of Employment Security. For more information, call 1-800-2445631 or visit www.ides.illinois.gov. 2) Job Search & Resume Help Tuesdays, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM, Computer Training Room. Drop in for one-on-one assistance with your job search. Receive help with your resume, cover letter, completing online applications, and more. Schedules occasionally change. Please check www.gailborden.info/ events for specific locations and times. This program is in partnership with the Kane County Office of Community Reinvestment. For more information, call 630-844-8768. Also 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Manufacture Your Future 2017 Connect with representatives of local manufacturers Fabric Images, Acme Design and more to learn about products they make and career opportunities. 3p-5p, GBPL Lobby, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Rakow Rooks Chess Club August 1,2017 will be held at South Elgin for Playoffs. 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Corridor West, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo South Elgin Sentinels Chess Club Kids are invited to hone their chess skills. Beginners are welcome. Intermediate or Advanced players can play opponents or work on chess puzzles. For children in grades 3-8. Also 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S.

Cybersecurity Basics Learn about common viruses, email and internet safety, firewalls, and other security topics in this class. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Danny’s Open Mic Night One of the Northwest Suburbs longest running Open Mic! Grab your family, friends, and instruments and head down to Danny’s on Douglas! Tuesdays 7-11 pm (7-9 acoustic only); (4 songs or 20 minutes). OPEN MIC ETIQUETTE: Arrive early and introduce yourself to the host; Put down your (own) name on the list, and please only sign up for one slot; Be tuned up and ready to play; Time slots include your setup time, so keep it quick and simple; Stay and support other performers; Support the venue and buy something; Most importantly...have fun! Backline and house drum kit available. Also 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 7p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com

Wed.Aug.30 Job Training Information Session Training grants are available to help you get a job! Learn about WIOA services and the application process. This program is in partnership with the Kane County /department of Community Reinvestment. For more information, call 630-966-1435, ext. 40078. Also 9/6, 9/13, 9/20. 9.30a-11a, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Hands-on Quilt Making Learn to make your first quilted piece. Materials will be provided or bring some of yours. Bring your own machine or rent one from Sewing4Fun, Inc.at (847)345-0979. Presented by Sewing4Fun, Inc. Registration is required. 10.15a-12.15p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Chessmasters Junior Chess Club Kids and teens are invited to hone their chess skills during our free-play sessions. Beginners are welcomeowe will teach you how to play! Also 9/6, 9/13, 9/20. 4p-5p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave.

847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab Art, tinkering activities and games will be available for creative play. For grades 1 & up. Repeats 9/7, 9/14, 9/21. 4p-5p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Mayor’s Neighborhood Walk 6.30p-7.15p, Century Oaks Park, 1300 N McLean cityofelgin.org Walking Book Club A 45 minute walk followed by a 45 minute book discussion. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Library On The Go at Rec Center, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Public House: Trivia Night Stretch your brain with beer in hand! Wednesday nights are for Trivia! Join the EPH Trivia gang and battle against Elgin’s most ferociously competitive brainiacs. Weekly prizes for the top three teams, as well as eight-week cumulative tourneys with big grand prizes. Trivia starts promptly at 8pm. Get here early to settle in with some food, beer and cocktails. A;sp 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27. 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com

3.9 other artists of all experience levels. SSSA Lab Artists will be sharing the space, creating works of their own. Open to all ages, technique levels, and interests. The GALLERY will also be open from 6 to 8pm. Be sure to check out the wonderful work of our Summer Artist-Interns Adrian Mesino and Ricco Nunes in CHANGING LIGHT. 6p, SSSA Lab, 11 S. Spring Street 847.429.2276 sidestreetstudioarts. com. $5 donation Movement Restoration Workshop The body loses its coordination, balance, and range of motion over time if not given essential movement that keeps it alive and awake. Optimal ease of movement is a marker for your quality of life. Learn how to keep your brain and body strong, resilient and flexible through simple movement practices. Learn to restore and reset tone, balance, strength, coordination, posture, awareness, and breathing. Reclaim your youth through movement and play with Dr. Jaena. 6p-6.45p, Simple Balance Health Center, 221 E. Chicago St. 847.468.6012 simplebalancehealth. com. $15

Thu.Aug.31 Downtown Elgin Harvest Market Outdoor farmers market featuring vegetables, fruits, bread, meat, baked goods flowers, spices and more. Repeats Thursdays 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28. 9a-2p, Kimball St at Grove Ave, 200 N. Grove 847.488.1456 downtownelgin.com Teen STEP Discussion The Elgin Police Department is hosting this Students Together Engaging Police (STEP) event to engage and facilitate discussions as to how we can support, sustain and expand positive youth and police engagement in Elgin. Open to ages 13-19, this roundtable discussion will provide the opportunity to share experiences and problem-solving solutions. 5p-9p, Centre of Elgin Heritage Ballroom, 100 Symphony Way 311 Cribbage Night See 8/3. 6p-9p, Elgin Riverside Club, 21 Lincoln Avenue 847.741.0387. $6

Humanities Center’s International Film Series: I Am Not Your Negro Humanities Center’s International Film Series, Film & Discussion September 1st & 8th at 7pm. In 1979, James Baldwin wrote a letter to his literary agent describing his next project, “Remember This House.” The book was to be a revolution-

Fri.Sep.1 DNA of Elgin’s First Friday The first Friday of every month Downtown Elgin businesses offer a variety of special events, deals and activities! Check out facebook. com/DowntownElginFF 5p, Various 847.488.1456 downtownelgin.com First Friday Family Night Join Side Street Studio Arts artists for First Friday Family Night in the new SSSA Lab. Bring your supplies or pick some up at SSSA Supply, and get to work. Paint, print, create, and hang with

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September 2017 ary, personal account of the lives and successive assassinations of three of his close friends--Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. At the time of Baldwin’s death in 1987, he left behind only thirty completed pages of his manuscript. Now, in his incendiary new documentary, master filmmaker Raoul Peck envisions the book James Baldwin never finished. The result is a radical, up-to-the-minute examination of race in America, using Baldwin’s original words and flood of rich archival material. “I Am Not Your Negro” is a journey into black history that connects the past of the Civil Rights movement to the present of #BlackLivesMatter. Repeats 9/8. 7p-9p, GBPL Library On The Go at College, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Los Rehenes VivaTuMusica.com Presenta Los Rehenes, Los Baron de Apodaca, Los Sagitarios &

Los Gamma. 21+ to Enter. *Estacionamiento Disponible. Manda ESTRELLAS1 Al 72106. For tables, 847.931.9067. 7p, Estrellas del Millenium, 850 N. State Street 773.769.3400. $30 First Fridays Improv with GreenRoom Productions Kick-off the weekend in style as the improvisers of GreenRoom bring their new and exciting show to the masses! There’ll be laughter, crazy antics, competing teams of improvisers, live music and a cash bar. It’ll be a fun night out that won’t break the bank! 100% clean. 99.27% hilarious. 90 minutes of complete improvisation a la Whose Line Is It Anyway. Great fun for all ages! Snag your tickets at the door, or in advance at 847.931.5900 or you can purchase online. 8p-9.40p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 greenroomimprov.com. $12-15

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Bomber Bomber plays covers. Everything from classic 70’s era Bowie and Big Star; college rock classics from The Replacements, REM; to 90’s classics from STP, Beck, Cracker,Lemonheads and more. We play songs no other cover band will play and we play them well.facebook id # 2320986831459909 9p, Dannys On Douglas, 231 Douglas 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. Free

Sat.Sep.2 East Dundee Depot Market The Depot Market is held every Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm through October. A typical market will draw about 40 vendors selling seasonal veggies, antiques, collectibles, honey, flowers, soaps, dog treats and more. Vendor booth fees help keep our building open and fund an annual scholarship for a Dundee Township graduate. 8a, The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee, IL 847-426-2255. Free Doctor Who Day Fans of Doctor Who are invited to celebrate with a scavenger hunt and activity sheets. 10a-4p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Family Book Club : Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs Join us for this fun program all about the joy of reading aloud and talking about books with your children! This month, we will be reading Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs by Mo Willems. Check out this book from the library before the event, or wait to read it together in the program. Either way, be ready for some family-fun! 11a-12p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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Story Hour Saturday Come visit the beautiful Elgin Public Museum for our brand new children’s program, held every first Saturday of the month. Kids will spend a fun and relaxing hour with our educators, listening to fantastic stories about animals- a different one every month! This month’s topic is our furry backyard friend- Squirrels! There is no charge for this program, but donations are always welcome. We hope to see you there! 11a-12p, Elgin Public Museum, 225 Grand Blvd. 847.741.6655 elginpublicmuseum.org. $2 Story Time at the Museum We’re starting a new program at the Museum. The first Saturday of every month we will bring you a new subject. Each one will be about animals. Join Marge this Saturday as you learn about squirrels. This is a new program, so we may be making changes. NO CHARGE, but we are accepting donations! 11a, Elgin Public Museum, 225 Grand Blvd. 847.741.6655 elginpublicmuseum. org. Free Escape Room: Escape from Planet Skaro! Session 1 You are trapped on the planet Skaro! Work with a team to find clues and solve puzzles so you can escape before time runs out. Registration required - please register for only one thirty-minute session. Also at 1.30p, 2p, 2.30p. 1p-1.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave.

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3.9 Rosie and the Rivets Rosie & The Rivets are the Premier Retro Rock & Roll Show performing the best music of the 1950’s and early 1960’s along with some current music with a retro twist. 9p, Grand Victoria Casino, 250 S. Grove Ave 847.468.7000 grandvictoriacasino.com. No Cover

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Welcome Baby! Baby’s First Library Visit Babies up to six months and parents. Bring baby and baby’s new library card to learn about programs and resources to support your baby’s early literacy development and receive a special gift! 1p-2p, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

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Escape Room: Escape from Planet Skaro! - Session 2 See above. 1.30p-2p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Escape Room: Escape from Planet Skaro! - Session 3 See above. 2p-2.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Escape Room: Escape from Planet Skaro! - Session 4 See above. 2.30p-3p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Doctor Who Costume Parade Are you wearing a Tardis T-shirt, a long scarf, or a bow tie? Show off your love for Doctor Who by parading through the library with other costumed fans. Allons-y! 3.15p-3.30p, GBPL Lobby, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Inauguracion de la Rebel de Panteon Rococo Con la participacion de “Malafacha Ska” Y “Nahuales Underground”. 8p-3a, Nany Mexican Grill, 154 E. Chicago Street 224.276.2292

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Moonlit Cemetery Tours A percentage of every ticket is donated to Bluff City cemetery to assist them in the preservation of the Cemetery’s historical significance, as it contains the graves of many people who have contributed to the fabric of the quilt of our national identity. Reserve online. Also 9/3, 9/15, 9/16, 9/17. Discount available if you mention the ad in BRAVO Magazine! 8p, Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Boulevard 630.330.3595 afterlife-tours.com. $45

Belinda Carlisle, Smash Mouth, Motels, BowWowWow Grand Victoria Summer Concert Series. Gates open at 4p. Lawn, $30. Sections 300400, $60. Sections 100-200, $75. 6p, Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave 847.468.7000 grandvictoriacasino. com. $30-75 Moonlit Cemetery Tours See 9/2. Discount available if you mention the ad in BRAVO Magazine! 8p, Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Boulevard 630.330.3595 afterlife-tours.com. $45 Spoken Four Spoken Four delivers astounding performances that’ll make your jaw drop. With a repertoire of songs from the 50s to today’s Top 40, Spoken Four’s vocalists and musicians have mastered every word, every nuance, every soaring note that lifts audiences to their feet and gets them dancing like there’s no tomorrow. 9p, Grand Victoria Casino, 250 S. Grove Ave 847.468.7000 grandvictoriacasino.com. No Cover

Tue.Sep.5 Elgin Genealogical Society Monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. 9.30a-11.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Panera Milk & Cookie Storytime The Gail Borden Public Library and Panera Bread are partnering to sponsor this program to be held at Panera Bread. Your preschooler will enjoy stories read by a library staff member, followed by a milk and cookie snack compliments of Panera. Registration required. Repeats 9/19. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Library On The Go at Restaurant, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six Drop in for 30 minutes of picture book stories, fingerplays and songs for children age 3 through Kindergarten. No registration required. Attend any session. Parents must remain in build-

September 2017 ing. Also at 7p. Repeats 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones 15 minutes of short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, music and a movement activity followed by a 15 minute play period. For children 12-23 months with parent or adult caregiver. Registration is required. Please complete the information below or call our Registration Desk at 847-429-4597. Please sign up for only one of the time slots offered so that as many of our customers as possible can enjoy our programming. --- PLEASE NOTE: ON 9-12-2017 THIS PROGRAM WILL BE HELD IN THE STORYROOM SOUTH DUE TO THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE. REGISTERING FOR THIS PROGRAM WILL ALSO INCLUDE THE 9-12 DATE. Also on 9/11, 9/12, 9/18, 9/19, 9/25, 9/26. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info 1, 2, 3, Go! Families with 1,2,and 3 year olds are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together. Also 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 10.15a-10.45a, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Pediatric Therapeutic Playgroup An inclusive playgroup for children who currently receive therapy services or may benefit from therapeutic play, ages 0 - 5. This unique playgroup offers opportunities for children to focus on developmental play while families meet and find support. Also on 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 11a-11.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Furniture Painting 101 In this workshop you will work on practice boards and learn 8 techniques including color layering, dry brushing, distressing, waxing and using metallic creams. Everyone will complete a take home project. Repeats 7-9p, also 9/19. 12.30p-2p, Mom & Me Unique Boutique, 241 S. State Street 224.202.0165. $40 Career Services & Resume Assistance See 8/29. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

BRAVO 100 Symphony Way 311 cityofelgin. org Terrific Twos Join us for 20 minutes of stories, interactive fingerplays and large muscle activities for 2 year olds and an adult caregiver. Attendance is limited. Registration is required. Also 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacion en Ingles/ English Conversation Group See 8/29. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Human Relations Commission 6.30p-7.30p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org Meditation Join us for a free, non-denominational candlelight meditation in our beautiful, historic, stained-glass sanctuary. 6.30p, First Congregational Church of Elgin 630.886.8823. Free Board of Examiners of Stationary Engineers 7p-8p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org Danny’s Open Mic Night See 8/29. 7p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin. com Furniture Painting 101 See above. 7p-9p, Mom & Me Unique Boutique, 241 S. State Street 224.202.0165. $40 Google Tools: Gmail Streamline electronic communication with an indepth overview of Gmail and Google Contacts. This class is sponsored by Comcast’s Internet Essentials Program and is open to both residents and non-residents. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Heritage Commission 7p-8p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org

HERITAGE FEST Friday, September 15th 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Live Entertainment | Food | Carnival | Car Show

Saturday, September 16th 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Live Entertainment | Food | Carnival |Depot Market

Sunday, September 17th 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Live Entertainment | Food | Carnival | Kid Activities

Story Mix for Three to Six See above. 7p-7.30p, GBPL Story Room North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Rakow Rooks Chess and Games Club Kids and teens of all skill levels are invited to practice and play. Also 9/12, 9/19, 9/26. 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Corridor West, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

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Finla Lawrence McClure came west to Elgin in 1846 at age 22. He settled on the west side of town setting up a dairy farm in the 1850s along what is now known as McClure Avenue between Highland and Lawrence avenues. A major player in Elgin’s early dairy industry, he was responsible for establishing the first milk delivery route in town, commissioning the first 8 gallon milk can that was used for local delivery as well as shipment to Chicago. An ambitious businessman, McClure built and filled the first ice house in Elgin in 1850 cutting ice from the Fox River for local use and supply to Chicago. From his business, the local ice industry grew and prospered. By the mid-1880s, when he retired from the ice business, there were nearly a dozen ice firms in Elgin, harvesting up to 100,000 tons annually. From 1877 to 1890 he served as the business manager of the Elgin Packing Company. Established in 1869 to facilitate the canning of locally grown fruits and vegetables, the company was in the midst of a labor crisis in1877 that threatened to dissolve the business. Finla McClure was largely responsible for turning the business around, and during his tenure, the Elgin Packing Company became one of Elgin’s most prosperous industries, employing hundreds every harvest season. McClure served two terms as alderman on the city council from 1878-80 and was also a township trustee. By 1890, at age 66, he had retired from most of his business ventures but continued to deal in real estate for the remainder of his life. He passed away in 1900 at age 76 and was laid to rest in Bluff City Cemetery. The Spirit of Finla McClure lives on in Elgin today. He was responsible for subdividing his land on the west side of the Fox River helping create what we now know as the Near West Neighborhood. His 1860’s Italianate style farm house still stands at 272 McClure Ave, on the street that was named for his family. His grand Shingle Style house at 770 Highland Ave, designed and constructed in 1890 by Elgin’s most noteworthy architect WW Abell was designated a Historic Landmark by the City of Elgin in 2005.

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Spirits of Elgin Spirits of Elgin recognizes the people who left a mark on this place, but whose faces appear only our photographs and memories until now.

It’s a collective art project intended to decorate the community with subtle reminders of people whose presence here made a difference we can still see and feel.

The homes of Finla McClure will be featured on this year’s Historic Elgin House Tour hosted by the Gifford Park Association, September 9th and 10th. For more information on the Tour please visit GPAElgin.org and follow the Tour on Facebook. Step 1: Carefully cut on the dotted line with a hobby knife or scissors. Remove the paper from the middle.

Submit your nominations and photographs of people who have passed through — and passed away — to be considered for a future edition of Spirits of Elgin.

Caution: defacement of public or private property is a crime under Illinois law and the Elgin municipal code. Penalties are worse when a church, school or memorial is involved. Please do not tag anything that does not belong to you without permission.

Step 2: Tape the four corners of the stencil to a safe surface. It works best if the stencil is lying down flat. Spray paint through the opening to transfer the design to the surface underneath.

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Wed.Sep.6 Coffee with a Cop The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and the citizens they serve. This is achieved by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and getting to know the officers in your neighborhood. 9a, McDonald’s, 1165 N. McLean Blvd. 311 cityofelgin.org Job Training Information Session See 8/30. 9a-11a, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Lincoln Story League A professional development group of Children’s Librarians in the local area come together to share ideas, songs, and stories. 9a-12p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Sewing Machine 101 Join us we uncover the mystery behind the sewing machine. This workshop will not only help you know what to look for when purchasing your first machine, but it will also help you learn how to successfully use it. Registration is required. 10.15a-12.15p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Audio Lab: Intro to Logic Pro X Musicians can learn how to create a professional quality recording. For teens in grades 9-12. 6p-7p, GBPL Studio 270 Stage & Screen, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Dice & Pints Society The Dice & Pints Society are heading over to the tap room again for their September meeting, and everyone’s invited to join them! Learn a new board game, jump into a classic, or even bring one from your own stash! These games are meant to be quick to learn, and the society members will help teach you the rules in case you’re unfamiliar. Bring some snacks, grab a beer, and take a seat at one of the game tables for a night of fun. Know someone or a group that loves board games? Share this event with them and let’s fill the tables up this month! 6p, Plank Road Tap Room, 39W149 Plank Road plankroadtaproom.com Cuentos para la familia/Spanish Family Storytime !30 minutos de cuentos, musica, rimas, manualidades y mucho mas para el disfrute de toda la familia! No necesita registrarse.30 minutes of interactive stories, songs and fun for parents and children to enjoy together. No registration required. Also 9/13, 9/20. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Mayor’s Neighborhood Walk 6.30p-7.15p, Wing Park, 1000 Wing St. 311 cityofelgin.org

Story Mix Three to Six 3-6 years. 30 minutes of stories, fngerplays and songs; the first on my own library experience for children. Also 9/13, 9/20. 10.30a-11a, Rakow Children’s Area, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Ni de aqui, ni de alla ?Alguna vez, se ha sentido como que no pertenece a este pa√≠s? “Aculturaci√≥n” es el proceso de adaptaci√≥n a otra cultura y algunas veces causa estr√©s y dificultades; esto es normal. Lo(a) invitamos a asistir a un taller donde aprender√° m√°s de las causas, las caracter√≠sticas y las consecuencias del proceso de adaptaci√≥n a la cultura de este pa√≠s a nuestra salud mental. 11a, Centro de Informacion, 28 N. Grove Ave 847.695.9050 centrodeinformacion.org. Free Chessmasters Junior Chess Club See 8/30 4p-5p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave.

3.9 Walking Book Club A 45 minute walk followed by a 45 minute book discussion. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Library On The Go at Rec Center, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Public House: Trivia Night See 8/30. 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com Full Moon Ride It’s the monthly Elgin full moon ride. This will be a moderate pace ride for a few miles throughout the core neighborhoods of Elgin. Reminder: Illinois State law requires bike riders to have a clear light on the front and a red reflector on the back for night time riding. That would be the minimum attempt for safety, so let’s all be easy to see on the street. 9p, Downtown Elgin, 179 E Chicago . Free

Thu.Sep.7 Downtown Elgin Harvest Market See 8/31. 9a-2p, Kimball St at Grove Ave, 200 N. Grove 847.488.1456 downtownelgin.com 1, 2, 3 GO! Families with 1, 2, & 3 year olds are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this dynamic program. No registration required. Also 9/21. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Device Advice Drop in for 1:1 help with your mobile devices. Repeats 9/14, 9/21. 9.30a-11.30a, Rakow Computer Cafe, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Story Mix for Three to Six Drop in for 30 minutes of picture book stories, fingerplays and songs for children age 3 through Kindergarten. No registration required. Attend any session. Parents must remain in building. Also 9/14, 9/21. 10.15a-10.45a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Summer Harvest Market Storytimes Gail Borden will be providing story time at the Elgin Summer Harvest Market. 12p-1p, GBPL Library On The Go at Park, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Screening of What the Health This documentary is a dramatic, thought-provoking look at the U.S. food and drug industry. Provided by Shared Harvest Educational Foundation, in partnership with Shared Harvest Food Co-op and the Physicans Committee for Responsible Medicine, Member. No registration. 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info MS Excel: Basics See above. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Creativity Lab See 8/30. 4p-5p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Healthy Family Fun Fair Learn about healthy eating and exercise. Children who complete their “passport to health” will receive a gift! Aprendan como comer saludable y la importancia de hacer ejercicio. !Ninos que completen el “pasaporte de salud” recibiran un regalo! 5p-7p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Kids Explore Fossil Dig Join us to learn about fossils, gain some pale-

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Baby Rhyme Time This storytime is for infants 0-11 months with an adult caregiver. Attendance is limited. Registration is required. Also 9/8, 9/14, 9/15, 9/21, 9/22. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info One Woman’s Journey from Dinosaur Fanatic to the Paleontology Field Jackie Cooney’s journey to success in Paleontology/Geology has not been a smooth one. Cooney hopes to demystify these fields and make them more accessible to all. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Resume Series: Basics Learn how to create a basic functional or chronological resume and format the resume to best sell your skills and experience to potential employers in this class. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Fri.Sep.8 Baby Rhyme Time See 9/7. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info No-Shushing Film Series - Muppets Most Wanted (2014, PG) Muppets Most Wanted (2014, PG) While on a grand world tour, The Muppets find themselves wrapped into an European jewel-heist caper headed by a Kermit the Frog look-alike and his dastardly sidekick. Time: 1 hour 47 minutes. Adventure, Comedy, Crime. A movie in a family-friendly, casual setting. Chatting and snacks from home are welcome. 10a-12.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info A Watery Science Night Come on down to the Elgin Public Museum for our first science night of the school year! This month‚Äôs theme is WATER! Different stations will be set up around the historic Museum for kids and parents to partake in awesome experiments and demonstrations revolving around this common yet most important substance. Experiment with water pressure, light refraction, gravity and more. Make some music or make it RAIN! We hope to see you there! No registration or ticket required for this drop-in program. 6p-8p, Elgin Public Museum, 225 Grand Blvd. 847.741.6655 elginpublicmuseum.org. $2 Humanities Center’s International Film Series: I Am Not Your Negro See 9/1. 7p-9p, GBPL Library On The Go at College, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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Elgin Fringe Festival 2017

Screwing Around With Shakespeare By Donna Latham

Joseph an the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat This season, Children’s Theatre of Elgin/Fox Valley Theatre Company (CTE/FVTC) celebrates 30 years of presenting outstanding, family-oriented musical theatre performed by local young people (second grade through 20 years old). Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a vibrant, family musical classic about the trials and triumphs of Israel’s favorite son. Full of unforgettable songs like ‚ÄúAny Dream Will Do‚Äù and ‚ÄúGo, Go, Go, Joseph,‚Äù this delightful show performed by a talented cast and a youth chorus ensemble is sure to lift your spirits. Learn more at CTEelgin. com. Fridays and Saturdays, 9/8, 9/9, 9/15, 916 at 7.30p. Sundays 9/10, 9/17 at 2p. 7.30p, ECC Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $10-12 Get Back Chicago Live Entertainment performed by Get Back Chicago playing “songs you know by heart.” 9p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin. com. No Cover

Sat.Sep.9 East Dundee Depot Market The Depot Market is held every Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm through October. A typical market will draw about 40 vendors selling seasonal veggies, antiques, collectibles, honey, flowers, soaps, dog treats and more. Vendor

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This is a wildly hilarious play by award-winning local playwright, Donna Latham. It's a fast-paced and furiously funny farce in three parts that skewers The Bard of Avon not with a thousand cuts but with a thousand laughs. Thursday, September, 14, 2017, 6:00pm Friday, September, 15, 2017, 7:30pm Saturday, September, 16, 2017, 4:30pm Sunday, September, 17, 2017, 1:30pm Elgin Art Showcase 164 Division St., 8th Floor Elgin, Il 60120 For tickets or more information contact the Elgin Fringe Festival directly at: www.elginfringefestival.com. Tickets are also available at the Elgin Arts Showcase on the days of the event.

ASL performances on all dates listed.

ETC's 2017-2018 Season ETC's 2017-2018 season contains three exciting productions with something for everyone!

An Elgin Old Tyme Holiday Radio Show November 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, and 19, 2017 Bring the family to enjoy Elgin radio shows as they really were. A bit of nostalgic Elgin revisited for the holidays.

A Piece of My Heart February 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18, 2018

A Piece of My Heart is a searing drama of female American nurses and an entertainer plunged into Vietnam. It shows in graphic words and expressions their innocence as they faced the horror of the war and it's traumatic affect on their lives while there and after their return home.

Dead Man’ s Cell Phone

June 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, and 17, 2018 Dead Man's Cell Phone is about how we memorialize the dead—and how that remembering changes us—it is the odyssey of a woman forced to confront her own assumptions about morality, redemption, and the need to connect in a technologically obsessed world.

For reservations or information Phone: (847) 741-0532 E-mail: TICKETS@INIL.COM Web: WWW.ELGIN-THEATRE.ORG

This program is funded in part by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.

A Piece of My Heart and Dead Man's Cell Phone are produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.

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booth fees help keep our building open and fund an annual scholarship for a Dundee Township graduate. 8a, The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee, IL 847-426-2255. Free Double Love Fall Resale Fall Children’s Clothing, Toys, and Equipment Resale! No strollers please! (Space limitations) Ikea bags available to rent for use at the sale. 8.30a, St Johns Lutheran, 115 N. Spring Street 847.741.0814 doublelovetwinsclub. wordpress.com. $1 36th Annual Historic Elgin House Tour Each year, the House Tour features a different historic neighborhood of Elgin. In 2017 we will be featuring the near west side of Elgin. The Annual Historic Elgin House Tour is an educational event that offers something for everyone. There‚Äôs architecture, history, home remodeling, interior decorating, gardening and more. The interior tours of the homes are guided and interpreted. The houses can be toured in any order. If you participate, wear comfortable shoes and allow yourself the full day to see all of the homes. Advanced Tickets are available at Al’s Cafe, Elgin History Museum, Ziegler’s Ace Hardware and Jewel-Osco, by mail and online at a reduced rate. Tickets are also available day of the tour at registration at the Highland Avenue Church of the Brethren at 783 W. Highland Avenue. Tickets at this location are the day of the tour only. Registration is from 8:30 to 3:00 on Saturday with the tour going from 9:00 to 4:00. On Sunday registration will be from 9:30 to 3:00 with the tour going from 10:00 to 4:00. Advanced tickets are $20 and day of the tour are $25. Twelve years and under and over 65 are $15 in advance and the day of the Tour. Cash and checks only are accepted at registration ‚Äì sorry, no credit cards.Tour begins at the registration site, Church of the Brethren, 783 W. Highland Ave.. For more information, visit www.gpaelgin. org. Continues 9/10. 9a-4p, Highland Ave Church of the Brethren, 783 W. Highland Ave. gpaelgin.org 9th Annual Meadowdale, Motorsports & Memories Car Show Hundreds of vehicles of interest will gather on the straightaway of the historic

Family Fringe The Elgin Fringe Festival Family Fringe is a FREE celebration of family and fun with live performances, art making, games and more! 10a, Carleton Rogers Park, Spring Street at Highland Ave elginfringefestival.com. Free WordPress Series: Creating a Website Get your first website up and running in 5 easy steps using WordPress.com. Learn how to register an account, establish a domain name, pick a theme, and start creating pages and blog posts. 10a-11.30a, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Grandparents Day at Hawthorne Hill Bring the grandkids out for a ‘grand’ adventure! To register call 847-531-7000. 11a-3p, Hawthorne Hill Nature Center, 28 Brookside Drive 847.531.7007 cityofelgin.org Auditions for Die Fledermaus Soiree Lyrique will hold auditions for a staged production of Die Fledermaus (in English), scheduled for Dec 31, 2017 at 2p and Jan 6, 2018 at 2p in Elgin. Casting paid lead singers and understudies as well as choristers. Stipend available for choristers, especially male voices. Also seeking new singers for two productions of opera excerpts planned for spring. Rehearsals held in West Dundee & Elgin. Send your resume & headshot to ssior@soireelyrique.org. Video clips welcome. 1p, Elgin soireelyrique. org. $10 fee Tiempo de Practica Salones abiertos con asistencia individual en espanol. No tienes que registrate para pasar y recibir ayuda. Also 9/16, 9/23. 1.30p-2p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Basicos de las Computadoras Programas y sistemas operativos para computadoras, tabletas y telefonos. 2p-3.15p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Puzzle Club Drop-in and join us for word puzzles, Sudoko, kids floor puzzles and adult jigsaw puzzles. 2p-3.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

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Sun.Sep.10 36th Annual Historic Elgin House Tour See 9/9. 10a-4p, Highland Ave Church of the Brethren, 783 W. Highland Ave. gpaelgin.org Illinois Brews at Bowes Illinois Brews @ Bowes features Illinois Craft Beers and Home Brews to sample and enjoy, along with great food, live music, and incredible raffle prizes! Join the fun at this worthwhile event providing recreational opportunities to Elgin at-risk children. 100% of the proceeds from all ticket sales, donations, and raffles goes directly into our Elgin Recreation Youth Scholarship Fund. All guests must be 21 & up to attend. Tickets may be purchased online through the link below or at the following locations: Porter’s Pub at Bowes Creek, The Highlands of Elgin, Wing Park Golf Course, The Centre of Elgin. 3p-8p, Bowes Creek Country Club, 1250 Bowes Creek Blvd. 847.214.5880 ilbrewsatbowes.com The Artist’s Journey: A TWAAP Showcase Teen Writers and Artists Presents “An Artist’s Journey” A TWAAP Showcase. Witness the progression of artists within TWAAP’s programming. Experience a visual art gallery created by young artists in your community alongside performances by current TWAAP members and our most recent Teaching Artist Cohort. We will conclude the evening with a book release celebration and performance from TWAAP staff superstar, Corey Davis Dillard. There will also be opportunities to view the gallery more in-depth and chat with the visual artists and some of TWAAP’s other staff members. While this is a free event, we will be asking for donations of $5 at the door which will be used to advance Teen Writers and Artists Project’s mission and help us provide future programs such as Wordplay, Nightmare Before LTAB, Slammin’ the Sun Down, and more. 6p, Imago Studios, 216 Praire Street . $5 donation Joseph an the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat See 9/8. 7.30p, ECC Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $1012 Bossydog 9p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com Eleventh Hour Eleventh Hour is a high energy, live performance band covering everyone‚Äôs favorite pop, rock and dance songs from the past to the present. 9p, Grand Victoria Casino, 250 S. Grove Ave 847.468.7000 grandvictoriacasino.com. No Cover No Limits 9p, D Hangout Bar & Grill, 550 S. McLean Blvd. 847.717.0511

Celebrando las Fiestas Patrias Los Invitamos a celebrar las FIESTAS PATRIAS en Elgin Mall este DOMIMGO 10 de Septiembre****Musica en VIVO con GRANDES AGRUPACIONES **** Comida y Antojitos Mexicanos, Brincolines y toro Mecanico, y mucha diversion para chicos y grandes. ENTRADA TOTALMENTE GRATIS!!!! ((ESPACIOS DISPONIBLES para Rentar....para mas info mande inbox o llame al 847-429-9350 Andres)) 10a, Elgin Mall, 308 S. McLean Blvd. 847.429.9350 facebook.com/elginmall308. Free Instrument Petting Zoo The ESO instrument petting zoo will be set up for children to enjoy in the StoryRoom. With the help of a musically-knowledgeable volunteer, students will be given a “mini-lesson” to spark an interest. All are welcome! 1p-1.45p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Joseph an the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat See 9/8. 2p, ECC Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $1012 Sunday Afternoon Concert - ESO Family Concert: String Quartet ESO Family Concert: String Quartet: “Musical Tales.” The ESO String Quartet will take you on a historical journey of music written and arranged for the string quartet. The performance includes the music of Bach, Mozart, Webern, and even a famous tune from the Disney musical “Aladdin.” 2p-3p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Love Family Christian Foundation Celebration The Love Family Christian Foundation will be dedicating and celebrating the opening of the Foundation. Please join the Family and Community as we step into the journey God has carved out for us. Special Guest: Judson University Worship Choir, Trinity Baptist Mass Choir, Total Praise in Motion Dancers, Praise Signers. 4p-5.30p, Love Family Christian Foundation, 310 E. Chicago Street 847.308.9445 lovefamilychristianfoundation.org. Free

Mon.Sep.11 Story Mix for Three to Six Drop in for 30 minutes of picture book stories, fingerplays and songs for children age 3 through Kindergarten. No registration required. Attend any

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September 2017 session. Parents must remain in building. Repeats at 3.30p. Also on 9/18, 9/25. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Story Room North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

they have written. Gareth Mann Sitz, poet and songwriter, will facilitate. No registration. 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Baby Rhyme Time Join us for 15 minutes of singing, clapping, and simple stories followed by a 15-minute playtime.Birth - 11 months with an adult. Also 9/18, 9/25. 10a-10.30a, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

Cultural Arts Commission 7p-8p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org

Story Mix for Three to Six See above. 3.30p-4p, GBPL Story Room North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info After School Adventures: Sew Much Fun After-school fun with the Imagination Playground blocks, games, or crafts. This week we will have simple sewing projects. 4p-4.45p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab See 8/28. 4p-5p, Rakow Corridor East, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Story Mix for 3 to 6 30 minutes of stories, fingerplays and songs. Parents must remain in the building but do not need to attend the class, this is the first on my own library experience for children. Also 9/18, 9/25. 6p-6.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info The Gaming Event NEW LOCATION THIS DATE: Players in grades 3-up are welcome to come to this monthly drop-in event. Play Pokemon, Yu-GiOh and other role-playing games. Bring your cards to play or trade. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how to play? We will teach you and get you started. No registration required. 6p-8p, GBPL Youth Center - West, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 9/5. 6.15p-6.30p, GBPL Story Room South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Citizenship Conversation Group/ Grupo de Conversacion para la Ciudadana See 8/28. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Great Books Discussion Group Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 6:55 pm in the Conference Room. For more information, call Jeanne Hebeisen at 847-741-6264. Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Branch. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting 7p-1.59p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org QuickBooks Series Learn how QuickBooksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; accounting software allows users to manage their company finances in this six-part series. Topics covered include how to set up a company, add items, work with customers & vendors, and run reports. Continues 9/18, 9/25. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Tue.Sep.12 Wonderful Ones See 9/5. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 9/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info 1, 2, 3, Go! See 9/5. 10.15a-10.45a, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Pediatric Therapeutic Playgroup See 9/5. 11a-11.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Global Meditation for Peace Saturday, September 23 2:00 pm

Join us and over two million people in over 2500 communities around the world as we engage in a synchronized, global meditation in support of the United Nations World Peace Day.

First Congregational Church of Elgin 256 E. Chicago St.

Open Rehearsal: Nothing But Treble Three weeks until we start singing again! Come and join us for our second season of song with the talented and wonderful women of Nothing But Treble! September 11 will be our first rehearsal at Highland Avenue Church of the Brethren, 783 Highland Ave., Elgin 60123 starting at 6:30 pm. We have a great season and some great music planned, all we need is your voice! 6.30p, Highland Ave Church of the Brethren, 783 W. Highland Ave. facebook.com/NothingButTrebleElgin Poetry Writers Workshop Come share your love of poetry! This is a group for local poets to share what

Free Weekly Meditation Please join us for a free, non-denominational, candlelight meditation in our beautiful, historic stained-glass sanctuary.

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FEED.whereisbravo EAST SIDE Baker Hill Restaurant 1279 Dundee Ave. Beef Villa 1055 Dundee Avenue Blue Kangaroo Coin Laundry 464 Summit Street Elgin History Museum 360 Park Street Elgin Public Museum 225 Grand Ave Gail Borden Public Library 270 N. Grove Avenue Jewel-Osco 1040 Summit Street Neighborhood Housing Services 1 American Way Olde Towne Inn 412 Bluff City Boulevard Superior Homes Team Realty 1173 Dundee Ave.

Funky Rooster Studios 73 S. Grove Avenue

In The Neighborhood Deli 185 Edison Avenue

Panera Bread 322 S. Randall Road

Hemmens Cultural Center 45 Symphony Way

Judson University (Commons & Library) 1151 N. State Street

Stanley’s Ale House 335 N. McLean Boulevard

Kellenberger Auto Service 217 Symphony Way Law Offices of Shirley Sadjadi 169 E. Chicago St. Maiden Bedlam 166 E. Chicago St. Mama Lee’s Gourmet Popcorn 20 S. Spring St. Martini Room 161 E. Chicago St. Pastigel Bakery 154 E. Chicago St. Rediscover Records 9 S. Spring Street Side Street Studio Arts Gallery 15 Ziegler Court Soulful Sparrow 10 Douglas Avenue

Tri-City Animal Hospital 790 Summit St.

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Willow Lake Estates* 161 West River Road

Alexander’s Cafe 1725 N. State Street

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Bender Dental Care 217 N. McLean Blvd.

Arabica Cafe* 59 Douglas Ave Art Area Studio 51 51 S. Spring Street at Fulton St. Associated Bank 16 N. Spring Street Blue Box Cafe 176 E. Chicago Street Central Barber Shop 172 E. Chicago St. Danny’s on Douglas* 231 Douglas Avenue Domani Cafe 109 E. Highland Avenue Dog’s Paw Brewing Co. 74 S. Grove Avenue Downtown Neighborhood Association 10 N. Spring Street Elgin Antiques & Uniques 207 E. Chicago Street Elgin ArtSpace Lofts 51 S. Spring Street Elgin Art Showcase 164 Division Street Elgin Books & Coffee 66 S. Grove Ave. Elgin City Hall 150 Dexter Court Elgin Symphony Orchestra 20 Dupage Court

Big Skillet Restaurant 90 Tyler Creek Plaza Big Apple Bagels* 561 N. McLean Boulevard Clean Vistas Laundromat Tyler Creek Plaza Colonial Cafe 600 S. McLean Boulevard D Hangout Bar and Grill 550 S. McLean Boulevard Dutch Inn West 36W610 Foothill Road Elgin Community College 1700 Spartan Drive

Metra Rail Big Timber Station 2025 Big Timber Road Paul’s Family Restaurant 1300 Lawrence Avenue

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Presence St. Joseph Hospital 77 N. Airlite Street

Courtyard by Marriott 2175 Marriott Drive, West Dundee

Sirin Dentistry 1 Crescent St.

The Dundee Depot 319 N. River St., East Dundee

State Street Market Shops 701 N. State St.

East Dundee Village Hall 120 Barrington Ave., East Dundee

Walnut Speakeasy 214 Walnut Avenue

Emmett’s Brewing Company 128 W. Main St., West Dundee

RANDALL CORRIDOR 1600 Professional Building 1600 N. Randall Road 1710 Professional Building 1710 N. Randall Road Advocate Sherman Hospital 1425 N. Randall Road Candlewood Suites 1780 Capital Street Comfort Suites 2480 Bushwood Drive Elle Salon 2490 Bushwood Drive Jimmy’s Charhouse 2290 Point Boulevard Panera Bread 2484 North Randall Road Physician’s Immediate Care 2490 Bushwood Drive Porter’s Pub 1250 Bowes Creek Road Rakow Branch, Gail Borden Library 2751 W. Bowes Road

Elgin Shopping Mall 308 S. McLean Boulevard

Rookie’s All American Pub & Grill 2486 Bushwood Drive

Grumpy Goat Tavern 875 Sports Way

Starbucks 2480 North Randall Road

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 800 N. State Street

Village Pizza and Pub 2496 N. Randall Road

Hampton Inn 405 Airport Road

Woodman’s Market (C’Ville)* 2100 Randall Road

Hawthorne Hill Nature Center 28 Brookside Dr.

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Herb’s Bakery 1020 Larkin Ave. Highland Ave Church of the Brethren 783 W. Highland Ave. Holiday Inn Express 495 Airport Road

Starbucks 338 S. Randall Road

Booker’s Bar & Grill 420 N. McLean Boulevard Cleveland Veterinary Clinic 400 N. McLean Boulevard Giordano’s Pizza 320 S. Randall Road

The Manor Restaurant 425 E. Main St., East Dundee Midwest Retro 207 Barrington Ave., East Dundee Pampered Pet Services 1050 Dundee Ave. The Uncommon Palate 316 N. River St., East Dundee *Preferred Pickup Location Supplies are limited at these locations and may run out early in the month. If you don’t see B RAVO Magazine on display, please let management know that you saw their location listed here, and came in for a free copy! Would you like a supply of B RAVO Magazine at your office or place of business? Let us know! Contact us at: bravo@marqueemedia.net

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BRAVO of osteoporosis. Discover the latest treatment advances from therapy to advanced procedures. Speak to our Physical Therapist to explore your options for rehabilitation and being pain-free. Discuss with our Dietitian ways to maximize bone density through good nutrition. Register in advance, 877.737.4636 5p, Presence St. Joseph Hospital St. Luke Room, 77 N. Airlite Street 847.695.3200 presencehealth.org/painfree. Free

Career Services & Resume Assistance See 8/29. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Rakow Rooks Chess and Games Club See 9/5. 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Corridor West, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo South Elgin Sentinels Chess Club See 8/29. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Free Osteoporosis Seminar Join us for a free seminar to learn how to improve your bone health. Talk with Jeffrey Kazaglis, MD, Orthopedic Specialist on staff at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin. Learn about the common causes and conditions

Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Meditation See 9/5. 6.30p, First Congregational Church of Elgin 630.886.8823. Free

Terrific Twos See 9/5. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Grupo de Conversacion en Ingles/ English Conversation Group See 8/29. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference

the Web Store and enhance your web browsing experience. This class is sponsored by Comcast’s Internet Essentials Program and is open to both residents and non-residents. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Mobile Music Basics Explore options for music on the go with your Apple or Android device.This class is held after normal operating hours. Doors will be locked at 7:05pm. Registration required. 7p-8.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Keep the Pint Night w/Tighthead Brewing Come out and sample some of Mundelein’s finest brews, AND you get to keep the swag. 6p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com Science Fiction Awards Book Discussion Come and discuss the nominees and winners for Best Novel in the Hugo and Nebula Awards. Whether you’ve already read some of the books or you’d just like to learn about them, join us as we share our thoughts and insights. Drop-Ins welcome. 6p-7.30p, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

Danny’s Open Mic Night See 8/29. 7p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin. com Faculty Music Showcase Join us in the SecondSpace Theatre for performances by ECC’s music faculty! This free event features a variety of instruments and musical styles performed by the exceptional professional musicians who teach within ECC’s private music lesson program. Tickets required. 7p, SecondSpace Theatre artscenter@elgin.edu. Free Google Tools: Chrome Learn how to personalize Google Chrome with

Open Mic Night Share your talent at Studio 270’s Open Mic Night. We are looking for musicians, poets, comedians, story tellers and more to perform. For teens in grades 9-12. 7p-8p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Progressives of Kane County Join the Progressives of Kane County as we have 6th congressional candidates Sean Caster and Jennifer Zordani. We will also be featuring the 70th district candidate Paul Stoddard. 7p, Elgin Township Offices, 729 McLean Blvd 847.741.2045 Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/5. 7p-7.30p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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Survival Sewing This workshop is for all those who want to save money on repairs or alterations. Topics for our discussion include: lengthening, shortening, repairing rips, tears or holes, zippers, and the best way to sew a button. Registration is required. 10.15a-12.15p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Suicide Prevention with Kane Co. Sheriff Donald E. Kramer Kane County Sheriff Donald E. Kramer and a panel of community leaders address one of the most pressing social issues affecting our county and community. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Wed.Sep.13 Job Training Information Session See 8/30. 9a-11a, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Terrific Twos Join us for 20 minutes of stories, interactive fingerplays and large muscle activities for 2 year olds and an adult caregiver. Attendance is limited. Registration is required. During the first week of registration only customers living within the Gail Borden Public District may register. Registration for persons outside of the library district begins the following Monday. PLEASE NOTE: ON 9-13-2017 THIS PROGRAM WILL BE HELD IN THE STORY ROOM SOUTH DUE TO THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE. REGISTERING FOR THIS PROGRAM WILL ALSO INCLUDE THE 9-13 DATE. Repeats at 10a, 10.45a. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Terrific Twos See above. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Yoga + Beer at Plank Road Tap Room This is an all levels 60-minute yoga class combining both breath and movement to wake up the body and relax the mind. Do you ever feel off balance, either mentally or physically? Yoga teaches us to embrace both forms of balance as a means to leading a healthy and fulfilling life. After class enjoy a cold one from PRTR’s rotating selection, your ticket includes any beer under $8 on the menu. Hang out inside with Alan, Jeremy and Breanne or outside on the picnic tables in the beer garden for the community social. For more information about PRTR click here http://www.plankroadtaproom.com/ 10a, Plank Road Tap Room, 39W149

Story Mix Three to Six See 9/6. 10.30a-11a, Rakow Children’s Area, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Terrific Twos See above. 10.45a-11.15a, GBPL Story Room South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Symphony Orchestra Listeners Club This free, interactive lecture/ discussion series, led by Jim Kendros, meets on the Wednesday afternoon during the week of the ESO’s Classics Masterworks series and will broaden your understanding of the music to be performed that week. You will study the music from the inside out, make new friends, and enhance your concert experience. Please register at www.elginsymphony.org, or call 847888-0404 ext. 238 to reserve your seat. 1p-3p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Chessmasters Junior Chess Club See 8/30 4p-5p, GBPL Story Room South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info STEAM Explore the wonders of the universe through experiments with STEAM in a fun hands-on way. 4p-5p, Rakow Corridor East, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo MS Excel: Charts & Graphs Learn how Microsoft Excel’s cells, worksheets, and workbooks easily allow users to manipulate, calculate, and format numbers and other types of data in this class. Also at 7p. 5p-6.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Elgin Fringe Festival The 2017 Elgin Fringe Festival kicks off with an official blimp raising outside of Blue Box Cafe, and the party continues at Martini Room. Launching a 5-day festival of music, theatre, dance, magic, comedy, and the undescribable at numerous in downtown Elgin. 6p, Downtown Elgin, 15 Ziegler Court

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Mobile Cybersecurity Basics Learn tips and tricks for keeping your Android or Apple mobile devices safe and secure. 6p-7.30p, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

Evening Chess Club Come chess players of all skill levels and ages 10+ for our evening free-play session. Some boards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This club is not designed to teach you how to play chess, but some help will be provided to beginners. 5p-7p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Cuentos para la familia/Spanish Family Storytime See 9/6. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info MS Excel: Charts & Graphs See above. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Our Hazardous Universe An asteroid caused the demise of the dinos. Can it happen again? What are the dangers in our Universe that lurk nearby and far away? Michelle Nichols, from the Adler Planetarium, will highlight the ways Earth could be bombarded, irradiated, and sizzled in the near and far future. Please register. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Walking Book Club A 45 minute walk followed by a 45 minute book discussion. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Library On The Go at Rec Center, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Public House: Trivia Night See 8/30. 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com

Thu.Sep.14 Downtown Elgin Harvest Market See 8/31. 9a-2p, Kimball St at Grove Ave, 200 N. Grove 847.488.1456 downtownelgin.com Device Advice See 9/7. 9.30a-11.30a, GBPL Studio 270, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/7. 10.15a-10.45a, GBPL Story Room North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Listen, Learn and Lead Toastmasters Club #6974 Become the speaker and leader you want to be. No registration. Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations, and you’ll improve your one-on-one dealings with others. Please join us as a guest! 12p-1p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab See 8/30. 4p-5p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean

Kids Explore: Artist Pablo Picasso Come learn about artist, Pablo Picasso, and create your own cubist self-portrait. 5p-6p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Baby Rhyme Time See 9/7. 6.30p7p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Genealogy Writers’ Group Learn from others with a similar interest in writing their families’ history. 6.30p8p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Do It Yourself Investing Seminar oin us for a ‚ÄúDo It Yourself‚Äù Investing seminar offered by Rauschenberger Financial Advisors. No costs, no obligations, no sales. All we ask is a desire to learn and an email reservation to Keith@AskRFA. com. The session is ideal for anyone who would like to manage their own money. During the session, you will create your Investment Policy Statement and in doing so learn about passive investing, diversification, portfolio theory and minimizing fees and taxes. Space is limited so reserve your seat today by emailing: Keith@AskRFA.com 7p, Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.802.2500 askrfa.com. Freee Elgin 360 Photography Club - Autumn Photography Photography enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to learn, share, teach and photograph life in all of its 360-degree glory. Join us for a free presentation and discussion on a variety of photography topics. No experience necessary. Bring your camera if you have specific questions about your gear. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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September 2017 Resume Series: Customizing Your Resume Part 1 Learn how to select the appropriate resume type and adjust formatting, language, headings, and craft a strong resume profile or objective in this class. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Fri.Sep.15 Baby Rhyme Time See 9/7. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Manualidades Recuerdas cuando estabas en la primaria y te ponian hacer trabajos manuales? Bueno aprovecha la oportunidad de ensenar a tus hijos y trabajar en equipo y en Familia todo el verano. Convocatorias abiertas de 05/04/17 a 06/10/17 recoge

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to this class designed especially for Baby’s First Library Card holders. Learn about programs and resources to support your baby’s early literacy development and receive a special gift! For babies up to six months old and their parents. Registration preferred. Also at 3p today. 1p-1.30p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Digital Scrapbooking Come take a free online class on how to create digital scrapbooks using Adobe Photoshop Elements 14. Class meets once a week for 2 hours in the Computer Training Room at the Main Library. Also 9/22. 1p-3p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Welcome Baby! Baby’s First Library Visit See above. 3p-3.30p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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Piano Performance by Dinara Klinton World-renowned pianist, Dinara Klinton, will perform a short piano performance in our Lobby in anticipation of her upcoming concert weekend with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra. Dinara Klinton was born in Ukraine and has completed the Artist Diploma in Performance course at the Royal College of Music where she was under the tutelage of Dina Parakhina. Klinton has won many awards in prestigious international competitions, appeared at many international music festivals, and performed at such venues as Royal Festival Hall, Wigmore Hall, Cadogan Hall in London, Tchaikoivsky Concert hall in Moscow, Great hall of Moscow State Conservatory, Berlin Philharmonic, Gewandhaus zu Leipzig, Warsaw Philharmonic, Tokyo Sumida Triphony Hall. She has worked with orchestras such as The Philharmonia Orchestra, Lucerne Symphony Orchestra, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, State Academic Symphony Orchestra of Russia, Musica Viva and The Moscow Virtuosi. Her performances have been broadcast by EBU, BBC2, BBC Radio3, All-Russia State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company. 4p-4.30p, GBPL Lobby, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Dundee Heritage Fest Live entertainment, food, carnival, car show. Show the ad from BRAVO to receive a free beer wristband! 5p-11p, The Depot, 319 N. River Street, East Dundee dundeeheritagefest.org Motor Mondays Join us for our special Heritage Fest kick off “Motor Monday on FRIDAY!” cruise night. Our family-friendly event will draw many to historic downtown East Dundee filling the streets with fine vehicles from a wide variety of eras. Drive over in your interesting car, truck or vintage motorcycle or walk over and listen to stories from the owners. Stick around after the show and enjoy all the entertainment HeritageFest has to offer. 5p, 319 N. River St., East Dundee, IL 60118 847-4262822 ext. 6102. Free Summer Family Food Mobiles We are partnering with the Northern Illinois Food Bank and Elgin Township to bring a Mobile Food Bank to the Elgin Community. These Summer Family Mobiles provide FREE groceries for families with Children 18 years and younger. Please bring your own boxes and bags. No ID necessary. Help us spread the word! 5p-7p, Great Elgin Family Care Center, 370 Summit Street 847.608.1344 gefcc.org. Free Oddball Art Labs presents: Robots, Rockets and Space Vixens! Our gallery show for 2017 is “Robots, Rockets and Space Vixens! A Pop Art Sci-Fi Spectacular.” Enjoy a unique mix of 2-D and

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Sat.Sep.16 East Dundee Depot Market The Depot Market is held every Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm through October. A typical market will draw about 40 vendors selling seasonal veggies, antiques, collectibles, honey, flowers, soaps, dog treats and more. Vendor booth fees help keep our building open and fund an annual scholarship for a Dundee Township graduate. 8a, The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee, IL 847-426-2255. Free 3-D Science Fiction art. From robot rampages to alien encounters, this show promises to be a one of a kind event! Plus Runway 3000, an interactive fashion/cos play show starts at 8p! Plus demonstrations by Elgin’s own champion robotics team! People have been asking for years that we return to where it all started with our ‚ÄúCalling All Robots!‚Äù So we‚Äôre going back, but this time including all things Sci-Fi. The artist call is open until Midnight Saturday, September 2, 2017. Opening reception, September 15, 2017, 6-10p at Elgin Artspace Lofts Seigle Gallery. Proceeds from this event go to GOT ROBOT? Elgin’s own 4-H Spin Technology Club. 6p-10p, Elgin Artspace Lofts Seigle Gallery, 51 S. Spring Street oddballartlabs.com. $5 donation Joseph an the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat See 9/8. 7.30p, ECC Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $1012 Moonlit Cemetery Tours See 9/2. Discount available if you mention the ad in BRAVO Magazine! 8p, Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Boulevard 630.330.3595 afterlife-tours.com. $45 The Amazing Johnsons 9p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover Darksiderz at Medusa’s Hardstyle Chiqago is teaming up with Medusas for a massive event to kick off the Fall season! We are bringing America’s #1 Hardstyle Artist and headliner of EDC in for a first time All-Hard-Dance Event at Medusas. Darksiderz descends upon us from the far reaches of the unknown. He brings a powerful sound of exclusive hard beats that will control both your mind and your body once you step onto the dance floor. He is a powerhouse behind the decks and in the studio with influences ranging from hard dance to industrial to death metal. He has combined different sounds to spawn a new hard EDM concept and the world will soon know the power of the darkside. DJ Bizerk and Olivia Outrage. 10p, Medusa’s, 209 E. Chicago Street medusachicago.com. $20 at door

Homebuyer Education Class Make your labor count towards homeownership! NHS of the Fox Valley offers monthly homebuyer education classes that teach the basic homeownership terms, steps, and strategies to be prepared for a positive home buying experience. Join us at the Gail Borden Public Library, Second Floor Grove Room from 9a-6p, to ask and hear questions, set optimal goals, and walk away prepared to make informed decisions. REGISTER today! CALL (847)227-1001 or ONLINE at https:// tinyurl.com/mm7738q. 9a, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847227-1001. FREE Welcome Baby! Baby’s First Library Visit Welcome Baby! Bring baby and baby’s new library card to this class designed especially for Baby’s First Library Card holders. Learn about programs and resources to support your baby’s early literacy development and receive a special gift! For babies up to six months old and their parents. Registration preferred. Also 9/23. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info WordPress Series: Designing a Website First map your pages to a menu list. Then using your theme of choice, learn how customize the style and layout of your website using images and different color schemes. 10a-11.30a, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Bienvenido Bebe!/Welcome Baby! Baby’s First Library Visit Bienvenido Bebe! Llevan a su bebe y bebes nueva tarjeta de la biblioteca a esta clase es disenado especialmente para bebes primer titular de la tarjeta de la biblioteca. aprenda acerca de los programas y recursos para apoyar el desarrollo de alfabetismo temprano de su bebe y recibir un regalo especial! Para los bebes sies meses y abrriba con sus padres. Registrados preferidos. Presentado en espanol. Welcome Baby! Bring baby and baby’s new library card to this class designed especially for Baby’s First Library Card holders. Learn about programs and resources to support your baby’s early literacy development and receive a special gift! For babies up to six months old and their

parents. Registration preferred. Presented in Spanish. 10.30a-11a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Dundee Heritage Fest Live entertainment, food, carnival, Depot Market. Show the ad from BRAVO to receive a free beer wristband! 11a-11p, The Depot, 319 N. River Street, East Dundee dundeeheritagefest.org London Calling: Fox Valley Beaux Arts Scholarship Fundraiser Silent auction, raffles, vendors, luncheon and fashion show featuring styles from Chico’s. Proceeds to benefit students seeking pursuing higher education in the arts. RSVP by 9/6. 11a, Elgin Country Club, 2575 Weld Road 224.856.1581 foxvalleybeauxarts.com. $45 Tiempo de Practica See 9/9. 1.30p2p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Basicos del Internet Opciones para conectarse, navegadores y buscadores. 2p-3.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Families Explore An active program all about unplugging, playing, and spending quality time together. Dress for mess. 2p-4p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Singing Bowl Meditation Singing bowl meditation is a wonderful way to clear the mind, calm the emotions, rejuvenate the body and soothe the soul. Create time and join us. Sometimes we just need space to breathe and be. Bring a cushioned mat, pillow or blanket to be comfortable. Facilitated by: Diamond. 4.45p, Simple Balance Health Center, 221 E. Chicago St. 847.468.6012 simplebalancehealth. com. $20

Guitars Unders the Stars Welcome to the eighth annual Guitars Under the Stars F√™te! Once again, our event will be held in the beautiful beer garden at Danny’s on Douglas! In the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the stage indoors. There is plenty of seating in the beer garden, but if you bring your lawn chairs, you can have front row seats! $15 admission (sold at the gate and in advance) gets you all-you-caneat pizza and soda buffet! The Fete will once again benefit the Almost Home Foundation - which provides animal rescue services for unwanted,

3.9 neglected or abused animals. Since 2012, we have raised over $26,000 for AHF! MUSICAL LINEUP: A Pretty Mind; Liverpool Acoustic; Maht & Ian; Face N Time. Silent auction, raffles, puppy parade,photo booth and more! Free parking (extra parking lot and parking garage to the south, Ace Hardware lot to the east). 6p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com Opening Night Celebration Wine and dine with Maestro Grams at this festive fundraiser as a prelude to our first concert of the 2017-18 season! Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with Andrew Grams and some ESO musicians while enjoying hors d‚Äôoeuvres and wine from International Vines. 6p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 elginsymphony.org. $150 per couple, $100 single Parents Night Out That’s right everyone...Gamin Ride is returning by popular demand. enjoy hours of fun while your parents do an adult thing. 6p-9p, Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin, 792 S. McLean Blvd 847.289.0000 elginkyukido.com ESO Season Opening: Passionate Tchaikovsky The Elgin Symphony Orchestra opens its 2017-18 season with works by the beloved Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky. The program Sept 16 & 17, led by Music Director Andrew Grams, features the famous Piano Concerto No. 1, with its instantly recognizable opening theme. A sample of the piece is used in Pink Martini‚Äôs song Splendor in the Grass and it‚Äôs also featured in the Steven King movie Misery. Ukraine-born pianist, Dinara Klinton, will play the masterwork. ‚ÄúShe is a real virtuoso, a born pianist, a very natural player,‚Äù notes Sir Andr√°s Schiff. ESO Music Director Andrew Grams heard her perform at the 2016 Cleveland International Piano Competition and immediately booked her for these ESO opening performances. The program also holds the ESO premiere of Tchaikovsky‚Äôs Suite No. 3, which was declared ‚Äúelectrifying‚Äù at its first performance in Saint Petersburg, Russia on January

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September 2017 24, 1885. Concert repeats 9/17 at 2.30p. 7.30p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 elginsymphony.org. $30 and up Joseph an the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat See 9/8. 7.30p, ECC Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $1012

630.330.3595 afterlife-tours.com. $45

Mon.Sep.18 Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/11. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Baby Rhyme Time See 9/11. 10a-10.30a, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

Moonlit Cemetery Tours See 9/2. Discount available if you mention the ad in BRAVO Magazine! 8p, Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Boulevard 630.330.3595 afterlife-tours.com. $45

Spanish Cafe/Cafe en Espanol Intermediate-level participants will practice structured and spontaneous conversations in Spanish. Participants also will learn vocabulary. Participantes de nivel intermedio practican respondiendo o empezando conversaciones en espanol con fluidez y hablando con gente que hablan espanol como primer idioma. 12p-1p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Medicine Man 9p, D Hangout Bar & Grill, 550 S. McLean Blvd. 847.717.0511 d-hangout.com. No Cover

Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/11. 3.30p-4p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Street Corner Blue 9p, Danny‚Äôs on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover

Creativity Lab See 8/28. 4p-5p, Rakow Corridor East, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

The Moods Motown Favorites from Chi-town’s Most Popular Band! 9p, Grand Victoria Casino, 250 S. Grove Ave 847.468.7000 grandvictoriacasino.com. No Cover KBLB 10p, Rookies All American Pub, 2486 Bushwood Drive 847.551.9006 rookiespub.com

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STEAM for Grades K-2: Chariot Challenge Enjoy a few stories and a STEAM-based project. Dress for mess. 4p-4.45p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

STEAM for Grades 3-5: Chariot Challenge Enjoy a few stories and a STEAM based project. Dress for mess. 5p-5.45p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

So Long Summer Family Event Come for stories that welcome the Fall season, make a family garden stone, and create a Fall family bucket list! Registrations required. 1p-3p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Story Mix for 3 to 6 See 9/11. 6p-6.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

ESO Season Opening: Passionate Tchaikovsky See 9/16. 2.30p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 elginsymphony. org. $30 and up Moonlit Cemetery Tours See 9/2. Discount available if you mention the ad in BRAVO Magazine! 8p, Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Boulevard

The Tully Monster: The unique fossil only found in Illinois Recently, a team of paleontologists from big museums studied our Illinois State Fossil, Tullimonstrum gregarium, commonly known as the Tully Monster. They declared to the world that it is a vertebrate ... but now other experts disagree. What was their analysis and what is the story behind this very unique fossil found only in Illinois? Specimens will be available for you to see. Please register. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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QuickBooks Series See 9/11. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Resume Writing Come take a free online class on how to create your resume! Class meets once a week for 2 hours in the Computer Training Room at the Main Library. Also 9/26. 9.30a-11.30a, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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Every Thursday First week of June - ﬁrst week in October: 9am - 2pm 200 N Grove Avenue, Elgin

DNA’S DOWNTOWN ELGIN HARVEST MARKET

is a seasonal and weekly, outdoor farmers market located at 200 North Grove Avenue and organized by the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin and presented by AMITA Health.

Wonderful Ones See 9/5. 6.15p-6.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info French Conversation Group Refresh and enhance your knowledge of French language and culture in a conversational setting with former college language professor Dennis Schwank. No registration. 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Panera Milk & Cookie Storytime See 9/5. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Library On The Go at Restaurant, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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Teen Writers Club Join other teen writers to share what you’re writing and help you through the creative writing process. 4p-6p, GBPL Studio 270, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Dundee Heritage Fest Live entertainment, food, carnival, kids activities. Show the ad from BRAVO to receive a free beer wristband! 11a-8p, The Depot, 319 N. River Street, East Dundee dundeeheritagefest.org

Joseph an the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat See 9/8. 2p, ECC Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $1012

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In its seventeenth year the market offers and encourages locally grown and sustainably produced food from area businesses who offer fresh, quality vegetables, fruits, bread, meat, olives, and spices.

Side Street Studio Arts -Catered to Preschool-6th Grade -Featuring three 20 minute sessions of fitness fun, tasty and healthy cooking demos, & interactive activities involving art and agriculture with sustainability mixed in! -Take part one day or all ten weeks- meet us at the Info Booth at noon!

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32 Club See 9/5. 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Corridor West, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo

South Elgin Sentinels Chess Club See 8/29. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Two Rivers Head Start: Literacy/Alfabetizacion Aprenda como ayudar a sus ninos a desarrollar las habilidades del linguisticas y alfabetizacion para cimentar la preparacion escolar. Families will learn how to help their child develop language and literacy skills through reading in order to build school readiness. 10a-11a, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 9/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info 1, 2, 3, Go! See 9/5. 10.15a-10.45a, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Pediatric Therapeutic Playgroup See 9/5. 11a-11.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Furniture Painting 101 See 9/5. 12.30p-2.30p, Mom & Me Unique Boutique, 241 S. State Street 224.202.0165. $40 Career Services & Resume Assistance See 8/29. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Hermione Granger’s Birthday Party Join us for a fun-filled event celebrating the iconic Hermione Granger. 3.30p-5p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Rakow Rooks Chess and Games

Homework Heroes Students who need help with homework assignments can meet one-on-one on a first come, first served basis with a helpful volunteer. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Also 9/26. 5p-8p, GBPL Youth Center - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Pizza & Books Stop by Studio 270 for a slice of pizza and join in on the conversation. We will be talking about books that we are currently reading. For teens in grades 9-12. 5p-6p, GBPL Studio 270, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info What is CCAP? Information about the Child Care Assistance Program The YWCA CCR&R team will present a workshop for child care provider about the Child Care Assistance Program. 5.30p-8.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Terrific Twos See 9/5. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Elgin Alive - Fox River Water and Bike Trail Initiatives Learn about the Fox River Water Trail Initiative from Karen Miller, National Water Trail Initiative Advisor to the Fox River Ecosystem Partnership. A group of stakeholders in Illinois and Wisconsin are working to establish a Fox River Water Trail stretching from the river’s headwaters in Wisconsin to its confluence with the Illinois River in Ottawa, Illinois. The goal is to seek national designation through the National Water Trails System. A similar initiative is being undertaken along the bike trail network following the Fox River corridor. Tom Armstrong will present work underway to establish a eTrail Towns’ network along the Fox River Trail and Prairie Trail. Both initiatives will increase environmental awareness and bring added recreation, tourism and economic benefits to the communities in the Fox River corridor. Sponsors: ECN, Fox River Ecosystem Partnership, Bicycle Tourism Network/Fox ValleySustainability Network 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacion en Ingles/ English Conversation Group See 8/29. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Meditation See 9/5. 6.30p, First Congregational Church of Elgin 630.886.8823. Free

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Six Course Tequila Pairing Dinner We are teaming up with Avion and Altos tequilas to bring you 6 courses of fantastic food and drinks. Reservations required! Tax and tip is extra. 6.30p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com. $70

Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

Furniture Painting 101 See 9/5. 7p9p, Mom & Me Unique Boutique, 241 S. State Street 224.202.0165. $40

Elgin Hunger Summit Presentation on the Hunger situation in Elgin and its impact on the Elgin community with a concentration on the families, children, seniors and disabled. Participating organizations contributions on solving hunger in Elgin: Food for Greater Elgin; Interfaith Food Pantry; Crisis Center; Centro de Informacion; Senior Services South Elgin Food Pantry; Northern Illinois Food Bank; Elgin Cooperative Ministry. 6p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

Google Tools: Drive Learn the many ways in which Google Drive can be used for uploading, organizing, and sharing files in the cloud in this class. This class is sponsored by Comcast’s Internet Essentials Program and is open to both residents and non-residents. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Intro to PC Security Come take a free online class on PC Security. Class meets once a week for 2 hours in the Hoffer Room at the South Elgin Branch.This class is held after normal operating hours. Doors will be locked at 7:05pm.Registration required. Also 9/26. 7p-9p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info NEW DATE: Writers on the Fox Writers on the Fox will meet on a NEW DATE this month: Tuesday, September 19. ---This writer’s peer group will inspire and motivate you using prompts and exercises for creative writing. Writers of all genres are welcome to participate. No registration. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/5. 7p-7.30p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Wed.Sep.20 Job Training Information Session See 8/30. 9a-11a, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix Three to Six See 9/6. 10.30a-11a, Rakow Children’s Area, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Chessmasters Junior Chess Club See 8/30 4p-5p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info STEAMologists Science, technology, engineering, arts and math! Explore, experiment and create. Registration required. 4p-5p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info MS Excel: Formulas & Functions Learn how to add visual interest and tell stories by displaying numbers and data sets in chart or graph format in this class. Also at 7p. 5p-6.30p, GBPL

Vinyl to USB Conversion Learn how to convert vinyl to USB. 5p-6p, GBPL Studio 270 Digital Media Lab, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

Truck and Jeep Meet Come out for great food and a good time! All are welcome! As always no burnouts, revving, etc. 6p, Nella’s Beef, 818 S. McLean Blvd 847.741.5009 nellasbeef.com. Free Cuentos para la familia/Spanish Family Storytime See 9/6. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Essential Oils: Go Back to School Focused and Healthy Join presenters Laura Principato and Jennifer Poett to explore uses of Essential Oils. 6.30p-7.30p, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Contemporary Fiction Book Group Book discus.sion 7p-8.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Duct Tape + Paper Toys + You for Grades 6-8 Construct a duct-tape wallet, make a rose, assemble a cute paper toy, or use our supplies to make your own unique creations! 7p-8p, GBPL Middle School Zone, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info MS Excel: Formulas & Functions See above. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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September 2017 Walking Book Club A 45 minute walk followed by a 45 minute book discussion. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Library On The Go at Rec Center, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Public House: Trivia Night See 8/30. 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com

Thu.Sep.21 Downtown Elgin Harvest Market See 8/31. 9a-2p, Kimball St at Grove Ave, 200 N. Grove 847.488.1456 downtownelgin.com 1, 2, 3 GO! See 9/7. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Device Advice See 9/7. 9.30a-11.30a, Rakow Computer Cafe, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/7. 10.15a-10.45a, GBPL Story Room North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab See 8/30. 4p-5p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Kids Explore: Baking Sugar Cookies Let’s bake cookies together! Come learn how to bake and decorate sugar cookies. (Please note: the recipe con-

BRAVO tains eggs and students will be handling raw eggs). 5p-6p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Baby Rhyme Time See 9/7. 6.30p7p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Citizenship Conversation Group/ Grupo de Conversacion para la Ciudadana See 8/28. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Genealogical Society Monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Resume Series: Customizing Your Resume Part 2 Learn how to highlight transferable skills, summarize essential work experience, outline education, and when to add additional sections to a resume in this class. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Veterans Information Networking Session - RTA Mobility Services Join us for monthly programs to provide information on a varying range of topics dealing with Veterans and to meet and discuss with other Veterans. Coffee and tea will be served. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N.

Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

Digital Scrapbooking See 9/15. 1p3p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Trey Hensley perform together in our Club! Hensley’s voice is a near miraculous throwback to the iconic singers of country music’s first golden era (think George Jones and Merle Haggard). Dobro great Ickes has been voted ‚ÄúDobro Player of Year‚Äù a record 15 times by the International Bluegrass Music Association. With a Grammy-nominated debut album, this remarkable duo’s star is on the rise. 7.30p, ECC SecondSpace Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $30

Intz-a-Palooza Live music from: Beach Bunny, Mt. Pocono, Foresight, Evening Glow, (official) Copper Harbor. 6p, Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Ziegler Court 847.429.2276 sidestreetstudioarts.com. $5 donation

Independent Players present: Our Town By Thornton Wilder. Directed by Larry Boller.Starring Chris Williams, Emily Beck, Alex Small, JoAnn Smith, Cindy Bolds, Paul Anderson, Anastasia Mark, Gabor Mark, Mary Kirkman,

Fri.Sep.22 Baby Rhyme Time See 9/7. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room South, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Just Enuff 7p, Porter’s Pub, 1250 Bowes Creek Blvd 847.214.5877 porterspubelgin.com. No Cover

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34 Visit See 9/16. 1p-1.30p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Tiempo de Practica See 9/9. 1.30p2p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Global Meditation for Peace Join us and over 2M people in over 2500 communities around the world as we engage in a synchronized, global meditation in support of the United Nations World Peace Day. 2p, First Congregational Church of Elgin 630.886.8823. Free Ryan Allen, Aaron Delaney, Steve Delaney, Richard Helland, Henry Honshul. ‚ÄúWilder‚Äôs masterpiece is an immortal tale of small town morality and a classic of soft-spoken theater.‚Äù ‚ÄìN.Y.Times. ‚ÄúNo American play describes more powerfully how we imagine ourselves.‚Äù‚ÄîN.Y. Daily News. Firdays and Saturday, 9/22 thru 10/7 at 8p 8p, Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street 847.697.7374 independentplayers.org. $10-15

Sat.Sep.23 Adult Paint It! Peacock Feather Bring Friends! Enjoy Coffee! Paint It! Register at https://featherpainting. eventbrite.com/. Painters must be 16 years old or older for this class! Don’t forget to bring some coffee! :) Painters must have a ticket to attend! (All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Tickets are good for the 1-2pm September 23rd class only) Acrylic paint does not wash out of clothes! Hobby Lobby, 200 S. Randall Rd. 847.697.5529 hobbylobby.com. $25 East Dundee Depot Market The Depot Market is held every Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm through October. A typical market will draw about 40 vendors selling seasonal veggies, antiques, collectibles, honey, flowers, soaps, dog treats and more. Vendor booth fees help keep our building open and fund an annual scholarship for a Dundee Township graduate. 8a, The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee, IL 847-426-2255. Free WordPress Series: Adding Function to Your Site Use add-ons known as widgets to give your website special functionality for displaying image galleries, featured posts, social media icons for sharing and forms for messaging. 10a-11.30a, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Rake-O Family Fall Festival Round up the family and kick up your heels for an afternoon of downhome fun. Live music, dancing, games and more! 1p-4p, Rakow Outside South, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden. inflo Welcome Baby! Baby’s First Library

Manga and Anime Club for Grades 6-8 Are you a fan of Attack on Titan, One-Punch Man, or Sailor Moon? Come join us as we watch anime, share fan art, and enjoy Japanese snacks. New members are welcome bring a friend! 2p-3.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Welcome Baby! Baby’s First Library Visit See 9/16. 2p-2.30p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info What’s App Aprendemos a enviar y recibir mensajes con la aplicacion popular. 2p-3.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Intro to 3D Printing Learn how to make your own 3D designs and leave with a 3D-printed object. Registration required. 2.30p-4p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Each One, Reach One Film Screening Film Screening of Each One, Reach One Video Project: Fireside interviews about the 1960s and 1970s Civil Rights Movement in Elgin. 3p5p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Simple Balance Health Festival A variety of experiential sessions for the mind, body, and spirit will be available. Sessions include Biofield Clearing, Body Code/Emotion Code, Energy Healing, High-Tech Meditation, Chakra Measurement Diagnosis and Chakra Clearing, Reiki with Sound Healing and Akashic Records.Move, Meditate, Learn, Breathe, and Be Happy! Facilitated by: Simple Balance Practitioners. Sessions are extremely discounted. 3p, Simple Balance Health Center, 221 E. Chicago St. 847.468.6012 simplebalancehealth. com. Free Whiskey Festival Otter Creek Wine & Spirits is teaming up with Porter’s pub again to host the Whiskey Fesstival in Elgin. There will be about 50 Whiskeys available for tasting. We will be selling 100 tickets. Ticket price is $50 of which $25 will be refunded towards the purchase of Whiskeys that are sampled that evening and you will also get a $25 Gift Certificate of Porter’s pub. 3p, Porter’s Pub,

1250 Bowes Creek Blvd 847.214.5877 porterspubelgin.com. $50 Intz-a-Palooza Live music from: Alethia, Frail Body, Late., Synovial, Lower Automation. 6p, Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Ziegler Court 847.429.2276 sidestreetstudioarts.com. $5 donation Elgin Short Film Festival The Elgin Short Film Festival is returning for its ninth year! Mike Toomey, a regular performer on the WGN Morning News, will serve as Master of Ceremonies. Winners will be selected by a panel of celebrity judges and audience members. Your vote does count! Special pre-show entertainment includes the Chamber Music on the Fox performance and screening of The Tramp at 5:30 PM and Red Carpet Reception at 6:15 PM. Film Screening of Top Six Finalists begins at 7:00 PM. 7p, The Hemmens Cultural Center www. hemmens.org/annualfilmfestival. $7 General Admission BBI Various Old and New School! BBI is a five member band that plays old school to hip hop, from 60’s to today’s hits. BBI is an innovator in the true meaning of variety in music. 9p, Grand Victoria Casino, 250 S. Grove Ave 847.468.7000 grandvictoriacasino.com. No Cover Risky Business 9p, D Hangout Bar & Grill, 550 S. McLean Blvd. 847.717.0511 d-hangout.com. No Cover Seven Soul 9p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave. 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover

Sun.Sep.24 30th Annual Cemetery Walk We are celebrating 30 wonderful years of the cemetery walk this year! Come learn the history of Elgin residents and fascinating cemetery history during an extensive walking tour of the iconic Bluff City Cemetery in Elgin. Costumed tour guides will lead visitors to meet amazing characters while also revealing history of the cemetery along the way. 11a, Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Boulevard 847.742.4248 elginhistory.org. $10-15

Mon.Sep.25 Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/11. 9.30a-10a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Baby Rhyme Time See 9/11. 10a-10.30a, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Rakow Readers Faithful by Alice Hoffman 1.30p-2.30p, Rakow Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Intro to 3D Design Are you interested in 3D printing? Come learn how to

3.9 make your own 3D designs and leave with a 3D printed object. 2p-3.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 9/11. 3.30p-4p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab See 8/28. 4p-5p, Rakow Corridor East, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. 847.531.7271 gailborden.inflo Introduction to 3D Printing for Grades 6-8 See a 3D printer in action and use Tinkercad to design your own 3D model. You’ll be able to pick up a printed version of your model a week after you complete it. Due to high demand for this class, please register for either the September or the October session, but not both. 4p-5.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Mouse Trap Magnets Make your own memo holder out of a mouse trap. 4p-6p, South Elgin Branch , 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Cafe Latino: Libros y Conversacion Hablamos de los temas en el libro ?Muerta?...Pero de Risa! por Maria Antonieta Collins. Habra refrigerios ligeros. En asociacion con el Centro de Informacion.Come to talk about self-esteem and other topics in the book of the month, ?Muerta?...!Pero de la Risa! by Maria Antonieta Collins. Light refreshments. In partnership with Centro de Informacion. This program will be presented in Spanish. 6p-7.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden. info Story Mix for 3 to 6 See 9/11. 6p-6.30p, South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Blvd. 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 9/5. 6.15p-6.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Citizenship Conversation Group/ Grupo de Conversacion para la Ciudadana See 8/28. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Ave. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

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Bummin’ Around with Ethan by Mary Ellen Goodwill At the NENA yard sale I bought one cup and one saucer made from Depression glass and one 2x3 inch paperback, FENG SHUI DOs &TABOOs. Accompanying me was ten year old Ethan whose dad, Mike Howell, is rebuilding the front porch of a Victorian home a block west of the sale. Ethan bought a 2x4x2 inch speaker for his phone and a 1x1 inch pocket dictionary. A pint glass which would have been used for cream was our only other item. Total: eleven dollars. Ethan’s mom would be the recipient of the glass creamer. We were two very satisfied customers even with the uncertainty about the speaker: would it work. We sat together on the low cement ledge at his dad’s job site. This is a comfortable perch for a kid. Opening the tiny dictionary, I found the answer to my concern about how they chose which words to fit in this teensy book: included are words that people tend to look up rather than words most people know. With that knowledge, I flipped randomly to two pages of J words and tested them on Ethan who was game for the game. Jeopardy. He had heard it but he wasn’t quite sure. My hint was, “Don’t stand too close to the road. That might put you in jeopardy.” He thought about that. I repeated the clue with dramatic effect, stressing JEOPARDY! He quickly said, DANGER! He got javelin but needed some instruction on jocular. I concluded that

the thumbnail dictionary was a real find, certainly not anything he would have imagined having when he woke up that morning. I told him about Ted, “a really famous poet who loves yard sales and wrote a poem (at least one) about them. It is called ‘Tattoo’ and Ted says that yard sales are like theaters with a stage and players.” Ethan immediately agreed with Ted, two-time United States Poet Laureate Ted Kooser from Nebraska, the first ever laureate from the Plains States. Ethan and I parted ways, he to bomb around on his bike and me to walk home and make some tea to try out my new cup and saucer. If you add pink to pale toffee, you have the color of the glass. The cup is sculpted with little flowers on stems with leaves. The saucer has a swirled, almost vertiginous design. At my patio table, powder blue umbrella, white and plum table cloth, violet petunias, I pick up the cup and saucer and take my first drink of the black tea which is hot and dry and brisk. The top of the cup is wide, the lip is thick, a very pleasurable sipping experience. The sun is the coup de grace turning the saucer to a shade of salmon.

at bluff city cemetery 945 bluff city blvd • elgin, illinois sunday

september 24, 2017 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

For information call: (847) 742-4248 or visit www.elginhistory.org/events $12.00 in Advance • $15.00 on Day of Event $10.00 for Elgin History Museum Members and Seniors 65 plus Free for children 12 and under

Friends of Lords Park Zoo Fall Fund Raiser It’s All Happening at the Zoo!

Sunday, October 15, 2017

4-7pm

Elgin Artspace Lofts, 40 DuPage Street, Elgin

$35.00 per person (cash, checks, credit cards accepted at the door)

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Shared Values: Band Boosters Any successful band will tell you: they owe it all to the fans. Those people out there listening, dancing, and buying records are what drives the artists to make more and better music. And for a web publisher located on Elgin’s far west side, the converse is also true. “The music that the musicians make inspires and drives us,” said Dennis M. Kelly, creator of the music webzine Chicago Music Guide. “It helps us help them to keep creating the music that inspires us. We feed on music!” The platform for Kelly’s local music media is ChicagoMusicGuide.com, an extensive website devoted primarily to the live music scene in Chicagoland. Its pages are filled with articles, interviews, photos and video of bands originating from the region, as well as national and international acts performing here. There is so much content for music lovers, you could spend hours browsing and only scratch the surface. Recent additions to the site are a set of live photos of Ian Anderson and Jethro Tull, taken by Roman Sobus at the Chicago Theatre, and extensive coverage of Lollapalooza by Kelly himself and his team of volunteer music journalists. The Guide is the product of over fifteen years of work by diehard fans. “I created Chicago Music Guide to help my friend’s band and others get some well-deserved exposure,” Kelly told us. After reading an interview that highlighted the importance of supporting musicians through media, he began to envision a larger role for his project. “I decided that in order to help more people, I needed to seek out some additional volunteers who love Chicago music as much as I do, and do all we can to build this up.” The staff page currently lists Kelly, Managing Editor Rebecca Pointe, Photographer Roman Sobus and six writers, many of whom have considerable experience in the music industry. It takes a certain style of leadership to keep volunteers motivated to produce work this good, and Kelly’s remarks are always filled with humility and gratitude. “My photographers and writers deserve most of the credit for giving Chicago Music Guide its substance,” he said. “I only ask for one submission per month, but because of their love for music, they usually surpass that by quite a bit, which I am very thankful for.”

Chicago Music Guide The Guide’s home page is a portal to major sections of the site’s content: spotlight on local artists; interviews; album and concert reviews; photo galleries; and articles on music technique, recording gear, and the legal end of the business. Drill down into any of these sections and find great material like this opening paragraph by writer Lindsay Teske. “A potent aspect of creative communities is that they catalyze a sense of togetherness. They wield the power to bring likeminded people with similar aspirations together, and that can often serve as the blueprints for the formation of an endlessly skillful artistic entity. This is how Chicago band Lucille Furs materialized.”

Site to Behold Holding it all together is a highly sophisticated WordPress website with embedded video and audio, revolving ads, photo carousels and calendar widgets. The site design and photography make you think the Guide is put out by a Chicago agency, rather than a team of volunteers managed from a home office in Pingree Grove. Yet they are always aiming higher. “Any and all music events throughout the Chicago area has been our primary focus, but there are many more avenues I’ve been developing,” Kelly explained. A recent partnering with Red Bull TV enabled Kelly’s crew to live stream Lolla on chicagomusicguide.com, and they have been developing their own video live stream studio in Kelly’s home to support aspiring local bands trying to get ahead. Also on the drawing board is a look back: an archive of past photos of favorite artists and local venues. “You want to see photos from a band who played the original Thirsty Whale?” he joked. “That’s what I’d like to see ...”

Home page of ChicagoMusicGuide.com

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Ian Anderson and Jethro Tull at the Chicago Theatre. Photo by Roman Sobus Photography. Courtesy Chicago Music Guide.

Saturday, September 16, 2017

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For information call Mary McCarthy, 224-856-1581 Make checks payable to Fox Valley Beaux Arts Proceeds are designated for college scholarships awarded to students pursuing the arts.

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Saturday - 3/12 Duncan Pub Thursday - 3/17 O’Bannon’s Saturday - 3/26 Milwaukee **GOMERFEST** (not a real jam)

The beauty of ambitious volunteer projects like this is that there is always room for more participation. The website is perpetually hungry, and new music is happening every day. Moreover, the affinity of music to so many other aspects of culture means that Chicago Music Guide — its subjects and its readers — benefit from all sorts of contributions. “Writers and photographers are always of interest, but also music instructors, visual artists, graphic designers, street teamers, industry pros, studio owners, indie music store owners ... we want to connect with you!” — JP

A detailed event calendar is also published online by Chicago Music Guide, with powerful search and browse functions, and musicians can get their event listed for free as well. It’s another way in which the Guide is trying to help artists, journalists and fans get together around live music.

Friday - 3/4 King’s Stable

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The reference to that famous club reveals the taste that influences Chicago Music Guide, which encompasses the myriad genres of rock music, but is light on other styles. But this, too, is a growth area.

The Guide’s extensive directory is already in place, listing artists by name and location, including photos, biographies and links to social media. Bands can sign up for the directory for free by filling out an online form.

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Music Fan Open Jam

“I really want to get more music on the site: hip hop, classical, latin, country,” Kelly urged. I want Chicago Music Guide to represent Chicago’s music scene as completely as possible. The people deserve no less.” One way to expand is through the band directory.

Spurious Jam Berkley Crowe

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“Being a musician really is a lot of hard work, perhaps with not so much payback,” Kelly said. “At the heart of Chicago Music Guide is really the desire to help people at any level stay positive and true to what is in their heart that makes them write the songs that inspire others.”

Dashboard Confessions at Ravinia. Photo by Roman Sobus Photography. Courtesy Chicago Music Guide.

September 2017

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