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3/13/10- 3/14/10
Maple Sugaring Days
See the time-honored method of collecting sap the old-fashioned way during Maple Sugaring Days to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 13, and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 14, at Naper Settlement. Sample the pleasing taste of maple syrup and take home maple sugar recipes. Admission is $9 adults, $8 seniors and $6.50 youth 4-17.
Category:Festival/Fair
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3/14/10- 3/14/10
History Speaks Lecture Series From Auld (Old) Sod to New Prairie: the Irish in America
Weaving music with stories, singer and songwriter Lee Murdock presents a compelling story of Irish immigrants in Illinois from 7 to 8 p.m. Sunday, March 14, during this presentation of the History Speaks Lecture Series at Naper Settlements Century Memorial Chapel. As they came to America to build their new lives in a foreign land, the Irish were also essential in building the canals, railroads, and towns that became Illinois and America. Both traditional ballads and modern historical songs are featured in this illuminating presentation. For all ages, advance tickets are $6/person, $5/student and NHSS member. At the door, tickets are $7/person, $6/student.
Category:Performing Arts
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3/14/10- 3/14/10
Elgin Children's Chorus Presents: Isles of Song
Music truly is the universal language as the Elgin Children's Chorus sings of the past and welcomes the promise of tomorrow in this program of lilting Celtic melodies and other musical traditions.
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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3/18/10- 3/18/10
Bettye Lavette
Who is Bettye LaVette you ask? The simple answer:Ms. LaVette is one of the greatest soul singers in American music history possesing an incredibly expressive voice that exudes strength and intensity one minute and reveals heartbreaking vulnerability the next. There is a pre concert dinner requiring reservation at 5:30 PM
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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3/18/10- 3/18/10
In The Mood
Have you heard the music that moved a nations spirit? In the Mood's 1940's musical revue is as authentic as it gets, taking you back to a time when all of America was listening and dancing to the same music. This body of song helped sustain national morale during World War II, and it comes to life before your very eyes, big band and all! There is a pre show dinner requiring reservation at 5:30PM
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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3/18/10- 3/20/10
Weed Ladies Spring Floral Sale
The Weed Ladies Spring Floral Design Sale features one-of-a-kind seasonal dried and silk floral arrangements. The sale will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 19-20. Admission is free to the sale that is held in the historic Daniels House at Naper Settlement.
Category:Flea Market/Craft Show
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3/19/10- 3/19/10
Los Lobos ~ Acoustic Concert
After 34 years of making music, Los lobos ("The Wolves") is still churning out inventive an inspiring music. Since their first noteworthy public appearance in 1980 at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles the band has toured extensively throughout the world, working with such greats as Bob Dylan and the Grateful Dead. In 1987, the band recorded some Ritchie Valens covers for the soundtrack to the film La Bamba, including the title track which became a number one single for the band and one of only a few non-English songs to top the charts in the U.S.. In 1995, the band released the prestigious and bestselling record "Papa's Dream" with veteran guitarist and singer Lalo Gurerrero. In recent years, the band has released its first full-length live-show DVD Live at the Fillmore in 2004, and "The Town and the City" album in 2006. "With the exception of U2, no other band has stayed on top of its game as long as Los Lobos." Rolling Stones Magazine
Category:Performing Arts
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Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 931-5900
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3/19/10- 3/19/10
Cooking Class to Help Others
Want to improve your cooking repertoire while helping others in need? Elgin Community College is offering three new non-credit cooking courses held in the Fox Valley University and Business Center (UBC) on Main Campus. The cost for these one-day courses is $59 per person.
St Joseph's Table
What: Learn how to prepare a wonderful St. Josephs Table while giving back to the local community. Prepare samples of traditional Italian cuisine that will be shared with a local food pantry.
When: Friday, March 19, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: UBC 132
For more information or to register, call 847-622-3036.
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Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
847-6223036
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3/21/10- 3/21/10
Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra Presents,Sacred Spaces: Spiritual Music for Orchestra
Magnificent cathedrals, temples, and mosques find their sonic counterpart in music-mystic and reverent, noble and jubilant. Sacred music from many eras and places is featured, including the immortal A German Requiem of Johannes Brahms, in collaboration with the Elgin Choral Union.
Category:Performing Arts
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Ecc Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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3/27/10- 3/27/10
Elgin Symphony Orchestra - Beethoven 7
Conductor and violist Jaime Laredo joins ESO's Concertmaster Isabella Lippi in a dazling performance of Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante you won't want to miss! Laredo has stunned audiences as soloist, conductor, recitalist and chamber musician for almost 50 years, inspiring critics to write, "In the 1920's it was Yehudi Menuhin; in the 1930's it was Isaac Stern; and last night it was Jaime Laredo."
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream: Overture
Mozart: Sinfonia Concertante
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7
Tickets start at $15.
Category:Other
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Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-4000
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3/28/10- 3/28/10
Elgin Symphony Orchestra - Beethoven 7
Conductor and violist Jaime Laredo joins ESO's Concertmaster Isabella Lippi in a dazling performance of Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante you won't want to miss! Laredo has stunned audiences as soloist, conductor, recitalist and chamber musician for almost 50 years, inspiring critics to write, "In the 1920's it was Yehudi Menuhin; in the 1930's it was Isaac Stern; and last night it was Jaime Laredo."
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream: Overture
Mozart: Sinfonia Concertante
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7
Tickets start at $15.
Category:Other
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Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-4000
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4/3/10- 4/3/10
Easter Egg Hunt in Gilberts
The Annual East Egg hunt is scheduled for April 3, 2010. The event will be held in Town Center Park begining at 11am. Hot dogs and light refreshments are being served. There will be games, as well as hidden trasures and even a visit from the Easter Bunny. This event promises to be a fun filled experience for the entire family. Don't miss it!
Category:Holiday
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4/10/10- 4/24/10
Blacksmith 101
Naper Settlement's Education Department will be offering two blacksmith classes this spring on three consecutive Saturdays, April 10, 17, 24 from 8-10am. Must be 18 or older. The cost is $150 for the three classes.
This program is an introduction to basic blacksmithing. Participants will learn the history of blacksmithing, safety in the shop, tools of the trade, how to work the forge and will complete a simple project. Participants should dress in clothes made of natural material, such as cotton, heavy boots or closed-toe leather shoes.
Category:Other
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Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster Street
Naperville, IL 60540
630-420-6010
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4/10/10- 4/24/10
Blacksmithing 102
Naper Settlement's Education Department will be offering two blacksmith classes this spring on three consecutive Saturdays, April 10, 17, 24 from 8-10am. Must be 18 or older. The cost is $150 for the three classes.
This program is an introduction to the next level of blacksmithing. Students will learn additional information on the history of blacksmithing, safety precautions will be reviewed, more tools will be introduced, and there is additionals work time at the forge to create a project of their own design from several options. The prerequsite is previous smithing experience or the completion of Naper Settlement's Blacksmith 101 class.
Category:Other
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Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster
Naperville, IL 60540
630-420-6010
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4/11/10- 4/11/10
History Speaks Lecture Series Stories aboard the Titanic
R.J. Lindsey portrays New York Times Managing Editor Carr Van Anda in this compelling presentation of the History Speaks Lecture Series to be held from 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 11 at Naper Settlements Century Memorial Chapel. Hear the story of the H.M.S Titanic, from its construction to its final hours and the newspaper's response to the S.O.S. message it received from the sinking ship on April 14, 1912. For all ages, advance tickets are $6/person, $5/student and NHSS member. At the door, tickets are $7/person, $6/student.
Category:Performing Arts
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4/11/10- 4/11/10
History Speaks Lecture Series-Titanic
R.J. Lindsey portrays New York Times Managing Editor Carr Van Anda in this compelling presentation. "Stories Aboard the Titanic," part of the History Speak Lecture Seroes tp be held April 11, 2010 from 4 to 5 pm at Naper Settlement's Century Memorial Chapel. Hear the story of the H.M.S. Titanic, from its construction to its final hours and the newspapers resonce to the S.O.S. it received from the sinking ship on April 14, 1912. For all ages, advance tickets are $6/person, $5/person, and NHSS member. At the door $7/peron and $6/person.
Category:Other
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Naper Settlement
523 s. Webster
Naperville, IL 60540
630-420-6010
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4/12/10- 4/12/10
ECC Jazz Ensembles: Jazz Fest
Award-winning director Mark Bettcher leads our jazz ensembles in an exciting program of jazz favorites. Audiences love the polished sound of the ECC Jazz Ensembles, and the special guest artist always inspires at this great event.
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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4/17/10- 4/17/10
Elgin Symphony Orchestra Family Fun Series - Mickey, Yoda, Robin Hood: The Magic of Movie Music
For many children, the sounds of the orchestra are first heard through the music of the movies. The tales of exciting adventures and faraway places are underscored with music that created thrilling suspense and sparks the imagination. Join the ESO and conductor Randal Swiggum for an afternoon of exciting movie music!
Pre-Concert Activities
The doors of Hemmens Theatre will open at 2:00pm before Family Fun Series concerts for a carnival of exciting preconcert activities. Children will have the opportunity to play different instruments of the orchestra at our Instrument Petting Zoo, try their hand at conducting live musicians at the Conductor's Podium, create an art project and even learn some new moves at the Dance and Movement Corner. Young ones can also hear stories, watch magic or browse through the Family Botique. At each station children will earn a stamp for each activity they complete on their "Music Adventure Passport." Collect a stamp from each event and they can enter a drawing for a special prize at the end of the concert!
Adults $15
Children $10
Activities 2pm
Concert 3:30pm
Category:Performing Arts
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Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-4000
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4/23/10- 4/23/10
ECC Job Fair
Job seekers no charge to attend.
For more information, call 847-214-7399.
Category:Other
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Elgin Community College-Spartan Events Center
Elgin , IL
847-214-7399
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4/23/10- 5/9/10
ECC Theatre Presents: A Midsummer Nights Dream
Lysander loves Hermia, and Hermia loves Lysander. Helena loves Demetrius; Demetrius used to love Helena but now loves Hermia. Egeus, Hermia's father, gets involved&and so on and so forth. In true Shakespearean form "complications" arise in this classic comedy leading us all to agree "Lord, what fools these mortals be!"
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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4/25/10- 4/25/10
The Flying Karamazov Brothers
The Flying Karamazov Brothers, named after the novel by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, are a continuing experiment in comedy, theatre, music and, of course, juggling. With the intention of blending the worlds of performance art, improvisation, word play, harmony, emotion and, above all, virtuosity into a unique form of theatre and entertainment, the Flying Karamazov Brothers continue to find new ways to astonish by air, by laughs and by scene. Taking their cue from Shakespeare, they bring art and accessible entertainment to the stage. Comedy is their bread and butter and they layer it on so that children of 2, or 92 will laugh at the same moment for very different reasons. Among their many accomplishments, the Flying Karamazov Brothers have won an Obie Award, and were Americas representatives of classical theatre at the Olympic Arts Festival in Los Angeles. In 2004, the Flying Karamazov Brothers were honored with an award of excellence by the International Juggling Association.
Category:Performing Arts
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Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 931-5900
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5/1/10- 5/1/10
American English
American English is the closest you'll ever get to reliving the British invasion with your own eyes and ears! This year, we bring you a concert stuffed with The Beatles #1 hit songs many of which will be selected by you through online votes. Watch for more details, and in the meantime, buy your tickets for the best Beatles tribute experience! There is pre-concert dinner, requiring reservation at 5:30 PM
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/1/10- 5/2/10
Celebrate Naperville's Heritage Admission Discount Day
Enjoy two-for-one admission in honor of Community Heritage Month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 1 and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 2, at Naper Settlement.
Category:Other
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Naper Settlement
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5/2/10- 5/2/10
History Speaks Lecture Series : Jacqueline Kennedy
Leslie Goddard portrays Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, who shares her story from childhood to becoming the wife of President John F. Kennedy during this presentation of the History Speaks Lecture Series to be held from 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 2, at Naper Settlements Century Memorial Chapel. As First Lady, she drew intense media attention for her fashion and her youthful appeal, appearing on the covers of thousands of popular magazines. She became a role model for a generation of women with her charm, grace and dignity in the face of heartbreaking tragedy. For all ages, advance tickets are $6/person, $5/student and NHSS member. At the door, tickets are $7/person, $6/student. Call (630) 420-6010 for tickets.
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Naper Settlement
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5/2/10- 5/2/10
Whose Live Anyway?
Strap yourself in for a wild ride of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Chip Esten and Jeff B. Davis leave you gasping with scenes invented before your eyes. Whose Live Anyway? performs games made famous on the hit TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? plus some new ones. Audience participation is key so bring your suggestions and you just might find yourself onstage! There is a pre show dinner, requiring reservation beginning at 5PM.
Category:Performing Arts
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Ecc Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/2/10- 5/2/10
Whose Live Anyway?
Strap yourself in for a wild ride of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Chip Esten and Jeff B. Davis leave you gasping with side-splitting scenes invented before your eyes. Whose Live Anyway? performs games made famous on the hit TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? plus some new ones. Audience participation is key so bring your suggestions and you just might find yourself onstage!
"Stand up is fun, improv is funnier. And these guys are the world's best!" The Portland Oregonian
Tickets $35-$55
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Art Center
1700 Spartan Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/5/10- 5/5/10
ECC Concert Choir: A Celebration of Song
What do we do when we are happy? Sing! What do we do on a beautiful day? Sing! How do we mark the end of another performance season? With a celebration of song, of course! Join us!
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin , IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/6/10- 5/6/10
ECC Vocal Jazz Ensemble: A Celebration of Swing
Swing into spring with the ECC Vocal Jazz Ensemble! The ensemble's collection of upbeat vocal jazz numbers ushers you into warmer days with musical pizzazz.
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/6/10- 5/6/10
ECC Vocal Jazz Ensemble Presents A Celebration of Swing
Swing into spring with the ECC Vocal Jazz Ensemble! The ensemble's collection of upbeat vocal jazz numbers ushers you into warmer days with musical pizzazz.
Adult $9
Student/Seniors $7
Category:Performing Arts
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Elgin Community College
1700 Spartan Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/8/10- 5/8/10
Mama's Night Out
You don't have to be a mom to enjoy the hilarious comedy of these ladies! The stars of Mama's Night Out will leave you rolling in the aisles. Each a finalist in Nick at Nite's Search for the Funniest Mom in America, Karen Morgan, Nancy Witter and Sherry Davey will leave you wanting to hear more of their views on life and laughter. So grab your spouse or a friend (or both) and get a baby-sitter!
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/8/10- 5/8/10
Cooking Class to Help Others-Mother's Day
Want to improve your cooking repertoire while helping others in need? Elgin Community College is offering three new non-credit cooking courses held in the Fox Valley University and Business Center (UBC) on Main Campus. The cost for these one-day courses is $59 per person.
Mothers Day Gift of Giving
What: Share the gift of giving this Mothers Day by helping prepare a light meal of
mini asparagus brie quiche, homemade muffins, roasted rosemary chicken, confetti shrimp and a light dessert for a local womens shelter.
When: Saturday, May 8, 9-11:30 a.m.
Where: UBC 132
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Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
847-622-3036
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5/12/10- 5/12/10
ECC Steel Bands : Think Spring
We made it! We survived another winter! What better way to commemorate the arrival of spring than to groove to the sounds of calypso, soca, ska, reggae and rock?
Category:Performing Arts
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ECC Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/15/10- 5/15/10
Cooking Class to Help Others-Organic Cooking
Want to improve your cooking repertoire while helping others in need? Elgin Community College is offering three new non-credit cooking courses held in the Fox Valley University and Business Center (UBC) on Main Campus. The cost for these one-day courses is $59 per person.
Organic Cooking
What: Come make a fabulous lunch using all organic foods. Our chefs will show you the difference in the taste of all natural and organically grown food versus traditional foods.
When: Saturday, May 15, 11:45 a.m. 2:15 p.m.
Where: UBC 132
For more information or to register, call 847-622-3036.
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Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
847-622-3036
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5/15/10- 5/16/10
Civil War Days
The historic museum village is transformed into a Civil War encampment during Civil War Days to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 15-16 at Naper Settlement. Visitors can meet famous figures of the past and experience firsthand a turbulent time period in our nations history. Hundreds of re-enactors participate, staging a battle complete with raging cannons and artillery. Walk the grounds and talk to President Abraham Lincoln, famous generals and characters that bring the past to life. Admission is $12 adults, $11 seniors, $8 youth.
Category:Festival/Fair
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Naper Settlement
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5/16/10- 5/16/10
Elgin Children's Chorus Spring Serenade
Spring is in the air as the enchanting voices of the Elgin Children's Chorus renew your spirit and captivate your heart with their fresh, joyful display. Let your love of music blossom during this delightful serenade.
Category:Performing Arts
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Ecc Arts Center
1700 Spartn Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/16/10- 5/16/10
Elgin Children's Chorus-Spring Serenade
Spring is in the air as the enchanting voices of the Elgin Children's Chorus renew your spirit and captivate your heart with their fresh, joyful display. Let your love of music blossom during this delightful serenade.
Category:Performing Arts
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Elgin Community College
1700 Spartan Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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5/22/10- 5/23/10
Elgin Choral Union: All-Night Vigil, Op. 37 (Vesper Mass) by Rachmanioff
Combining unaccompanied sacred texts with stirring melodies and rich bass line, this choral symphony draws on ancient chant and liturgy. At times haunting and serene, this work relies on a living, breathing instrument, Combining unaccompanied sacred texts with stirring melodies and rich bass line, this choral symphony draws on ancient chant and liturgy. At times haunting and serene, this work relies on a living, breathing instrument - the choir - to captivate listeners with glorious expressions of spiritual awe.
Category:Performing Arts
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Ecc Arts Center
1700 Spartan Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
847-622-0300
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6/1/10- 8/1/10
Naperville Summer Nights Concert
Up-and-coming entertainers are featured at the Naperville Summer Nights concert, along with a social atmosphere focused on fun. Bring your own picnic, blankets and lawn chairs for a night of relaxation and entertainment. Admission is $15 per person in advance for the concert; $20 at the door. Gates open at 5 p.m. For ticket information, visit www.napervillesummernights.com. Limited food and drink vendors will be on site. No outside beverages are allowed.
Category:Festival/Fair
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