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Date(s)	Event Name	Event Type	Location/Contact Info.

4/2/04- 10/31/04	Bingo High stakes bingo & pull tabs. Doors open at 5 p.m. for evening sessions and 11:30 am. for Sunday matinee sessions.	Other	Milk Pail Restaurant 14N630 Rt. 25 East Dundee, IL 60118 847-742-5040

4/12/04- 9/6/04	Kane County Cougars Minor League Baseball Class A professional minor league baseball. Picnics, group outings, entertainment, 29 fireworks dates.	Sports/ Recreation	Elfstrom Stadium, Kirk Rd. 34W002 Cherry Lane Geneva, IL 60134 8630-232-8811

5/8/04- 10/30/04	Old Dundee Farmers’ Market Farmers’ market, produce, antiques, crafts, plants.	Festival/Fair	Dundee Township Visitor Center 319 North River Street East Dundee, IL 60118 847-426-2255

6/5/04- 10/30/04	Old Dundee Farmers’ Market Farmers’ Market offering produce, antiques, crafts, plants and more.	Other	Dundee Township Visitor Center 319 N. River St. East Dundee, IL 60118 847-426-2255

6/10/04- 9/23/04	Harvest Market Every Thursday from noon-6 p.m. get your fresh veggies, flowers, breads, honey, jams and much, moch more – right from the farmer’s hands.	Other	Downtown Elgin Civic Center Parking Lot Elgin, IL 60120 847-488-1456

6/12/04- 8/22/04	Haeger Potteries Annual Summer Sale Haeger offers a variety of bold and vibrant colors ceramics. Annual Summer sale 20-50% off low factory prices. Pottery collections spirited, modern simplicity – country inn – Pistoulet.	Other	Haeger Potteries Factory Outlet Show Room 7 Maiden Lane East Dundee, IL 60118 847-783-5436

6/20/04- 8/1/04	Lord’s Park Pavilion Concert Series Bring the family and a picnic, then sit and relax to the wonderful evening music. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair.	Festival/Fair	Lords Park Pavilion 100 Oakwood Blvd. Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6120

6/27/04- 8/1/04	Lord’s Park Pavilion Concert Series Bring the family and picnic, then sit and relax to the wonderful evening music. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair.	Performing Arts	Lords Park Pavilion 100 Oakwood Blvd. Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6120

7/1/04- 8/1/04	Haeger Potteries Annual Summer Sale Haeger offers a variety of bold and vibrant colors ceremics. Annual Summer Sale 20-50-% off of low factory prices. Pottery collections include Spirite, Modern Simplicity, Country Inn and Pistoulet.	Other	Haeger Potteires Factory Outlet Showroom 7 Maiden Lane East Dundee, IL 60118 847-783-5420

7/3/04- 10/30/04	Old Dundee Farmers’ Market Farmerss’ Market, antiques, crafts, plants, produce.	Flea Market/Craft Show	Dundee Township Visitor Center 319 North River St. East Dundee, IL 60118 847-426-2255

7/8/04- 8/12/04	Summer Concert Series July 8th – Teen Battle of the Bands; July 15 – Brother John (jazz); July 22nd – Vito Buffalo big band (swing); July 29 – The Fairlanes (covers from 50’s-80’s); August 5 – The Surfers (summertime tunes); August 12 – Center Stage: A community variety show.	Performing Arts	Riverfront Park North Harrison St. Algonquin, IL 60102 847-658-2700

7/11/04- 8/1/04	Lord’s Park Pavilion Concert Series Bring the family, a lawn chair and a picnic, then sit and relax to the wonderful evening music.	Performing Arts	Lords Park Pavilion 100 Oakwood Blvd. Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6120

7/16/04- 8/15/04	Talisman Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth and Tempest Tow of Shakespeare’s most magical plays come together in rotating repertory as Talisman Theatre brings to life the romantic masterpiece The Tempest and the exciting Macbeth.	Performing Arts	Wing Park 1000 Wing St. Elgin, IL 60123 847-622-0300

7/23/04- 8/8/04	ECC Musical Theatre – A Little Night Music Another Sondheim masterpiece set in turn-of-the century Sweden, this is a story of love with all twists and turns that make it both charming and funny. Features “Send in the Clowns.”	Performing Arts	Elgin Community College Visual & Performing Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr. Elgin, IL 60123 847-622-0300

7/29/04- 8/1/04	Coon Creek Country Days Entertainment, crafts/flea market, carnival, food booths, fantastic fireworks, country atmosphere, parade, 2K/10K run, pancake breakfast, raffles.	Festival/Fair	Bruce Ream Park 400 W. Jefferson Ave. Hampshire, IL 60140 847-683-1122

8/1/04- 8/1/04	Lord’s Park Pavilion Concert Series Bring the family, a lawn chair and a picnic, then sit and relax to the wonderful evening music.	Performing Arts	Lord’s Park Pavilion 100 Oakwood Blvd. Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6120

8/1/04- 8/1/04	14th Annual Vintage Transport Extravaganza Ride the trains! Take the trolley to the viewing area as you enjoy the largest vintage car show in Illinois – more than 500 vintage cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles.etc. Group and famiy rates available.	Other	Illinois Railway Museum 7000 Olson Rd. Union, IL 60180 815-923-4000

8/1/04- 8/8/04	ECC Musical Theatre: A Little Night Music Another Sondheim masterpiece set in turn-of-the-century Sweden. This is a story of love with all twists and turns that make it both charming and funny. Features “Send in the Clowns.”	Performing Arts	Elgin Community College Visual & Performing Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr. Elgin, IL 60123 847-622-0300

8/1/04- 8/22/04	Haeger Potteries Annual Summer Sale Haeger offers a variety of bold and vibrant color ceramics. Annual Summer sale is 20-50% off low factory prices. Pottery collections include Spirited, Modern Simplicity, Country Inn, Pistoulet.	Other	Haeger Potteries Factory Outlet Showroom 7 Maiden Lane East Dundee, IL 60118 847-783-5420

8/4/04- 8/15/04	Talisman Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Park Macbeth and Tempest Two of Shakespeare’s most magical plays come together in rotating repertory as Talisman Theatre brings to life the romantic masterpiece The Tempest and the exciting Macbeth.	Performing Arts	Wing Park 1000 Wing St. Elgin, IL 60123 847-622-0300

8/5/04- 8/7/04	Radiofest XXII Auction, radio swapmeet and contest, informational presentations. For hotel reservations call 847-695-5000.	Festival/Fair	Best Western Hotel 345 River Rd. Elgin, IL 60123 630-739-1060

8/5/04- 8/8/04	Bartlett SummerFest Carnival rides, car show, flea market/craft fair, civic groups, music each night, food, family fun – there’s something for everyone at this annual festival that celebrates Bartlett.	Festival/Fair	Downtown Bartlett Devon Ave. & Main St. Bartlett, IL 60103 630-830-0324

8/5/04- 8/12/04	Summer Concert Series August 5 – The Surfers (Summertime Tunes); August 12 – Center Stage: A Community Variety Show.	Performing Arts	Riverfront Park Riverfront Park & North Harrison St. Algonquin, IL 60102 847-658-2700

8/7/04- 8/7/04	Lunch Time Fashion Previes Lunch time fashion preview in the main dining room of the restaurant. All fashions and accessories are provided by the Milk Pail Market Boutiques.	Visual Arts	Milk Pail Restaurant 14N630 Rt. 25 East Dundee, IL 60118 847-742-5770

8/7/04- 10/30/04	Old Dundee Farmers’ Market Farmers’ Market, produce, antiques, crafts, plants.	Flea Market/Craft Show	Dundee Township Visitor Center 319 North River St. East Dundee, IL 60118 847-426-2255

8/8/04- 8/8/04	SummerFest Art Fair A wide variety of top quality work from professional artists working in oils, watercolor, wood, stained glass, jewelry and photography, makes this juried fine arts fair a must attend for art appreciators everywhere.	Visual Arts	Bartlett Park North Ave. & Oak St. Bartlett, IL 60103 630-585-3656

8/10/04- 8/12/04	Fast Eddie & The Corvettes It’s back to the days of sock hops, hot rods and Golden Oldies with this show of non-stop fun! Enjoy the sounds of the 50’s & 60’s, including do-wop vocals, classic rock n’ roll and hilarious impressions.	Visual Arts	Milk Pail Restaurant 14N630 Rt. 25 East Dundee, IL 60118 847-742-4041

8/13/04- 8/15/04	BMX Nationals This event is the largest held at The Hill, over 400+ riders expected to participate.	Sports/ Recreation	The Hill/Elgin Sports Complex 709 Sports Way Elgin, IL 60123 847-931-6145

8/14/04- 8/14/04	2nd Saturday Flea Market & Appraisal Fair Indoor/outdoor flea market. Vendor space $15. An eclectic mix of products displayed in the comfortable Fox Valley Hall. Bring your antiques for market appraisal.	Flea Market/Craft Show	Milk Pail Restaurant 14N630 Rt. 25 East Dundee, IL 60118 847-742-5770

8/14/04- 8/22/04	Dog Days Sale Super Sales throughout the shop.	Other	State Street Market Shops 701 N. State St. Elgin, IL 60123 847-695-3066

8/15/04- 8/15/04	Elgin National Road Race/Car Show Elgin National Road Race Reenactment as it was from 1911-1916 after car show.	Other	Larkin High School Grounds 1475 Larkin Ave. Elgin, IL 60123

8/19/04- 8/22/04	South Elgin Riverfest Express Great food, carnival rides, live entertainment, craftshow, huge car show, Civil War encampment, fireworks.	Festival/Fair	Panton Mill Park 10 N. Water St. South Elgin, IL 60177 847-774-1151

8/20/04- 8/20/04	Elgin Fine Arts Festival Concert This is a free concert that is open to the public and requires no ticketing. Audience is encouraged to bring picnic and lawn chairs. Come preview the ’04-’05 season.	Performing Arts	Wing Park 1000 Wing St. Elgin, IL 60123 847-888-4000

8/20/04- 8/22/04	7th Annual Back to School Classic Soccer Tournament Elgin’s largest sporting event sponsored by The Elgin Kickers Soccer Club. Three day annual event for teams ages 9-19, boys and girls traveling soccer teams – teams from all over the Midwest. Last year we had 155 teams averaging 15 players a team and their families.	Sports/ Recreation	Elgin Sports Complex 709 Sports Way Elgin, IL 60123 847-697-9118

8/20/04- 8/29/04	Day Out With Thomas (TM) Popular Thomas The Tank Engine (c) returns for 5 days of fun! Live music, face painting, clowns, magicians, plus the streetcars and trains of the Illinois Railway Museum. Special ticket required on sale in advance – see website listed.	Other	Illinois Railway Museum 7000 Olson Rd. Union, IL 60180 815-923-4000

8/21/04- 8/22/04	13th Annual Fine Arts Festival A weekend long celebration of the arts with something for everyone. Fine art, children’s programs and music. Concessions available for a nominal fee.	Festival/Fair	Civic Center Plaza 150 Dexter Ct. Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6120

8/21/04- 8/22/04	Art Showcase 45th Annual fine arts show and sale. This is a centerpiece of the Elgin Fine Arts Festival. About 90 artists featuring oils, paintings, pottery, jewelry and sculptures.	Visual Arts	Civic Center Plaza 150 Dexter Ct. Elgin, IL 60120 847-741-6264

8/21/04- 8/22/04	RiverFest Express/Trolley Fest The Village and the Museum celebrate the long weekend along the Fox River with food, music, and trolley rides viewing historic railcars and exhibits, carnival rides and fireworks.	Festival/Fair	Fox River Trolley Museum 365 S. LaFox St., IL Rt. 31 South Elgin, IL 60177 847-697-4676

8/27/04- 8/27/04	Miss Hispanidad Scholarship Pageant Over a dozen girls, 16-21 years old, represent various Hispanic Cultures and vie for education scholarships.	Other	Wonderland Ballroom 310 E. Chicago St. Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6111

8/29/04- 8/29/04	6th Annual Classic Car Show Sixth Annual Classic Car Show. Drawings for prizes at 2pm for car owners only. Free goodie bag and dash plaque to 1st 200 car owners. Outdoor beer garden with plenty of good food and lots of shaded parking.	Festival/Fair	Milk Pail Restaurant 14N630 Rt. 25 East Dundee, IL 60118 847-428-4693