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SSBCI Technical Assistance for Small Businesses
Thursday, October 15th ~ 11:30 AM - Noon
Virtual Event
This webinar is being presented in Spanish
Learn how SSBCI Technical Assistance can help your small business prepare for funding and growth through legal, accounting, financial, and business planning support. Español: Conozca cómo la Asistencia Técnica SSBCI puede ayudar a su pequeña empresa a prepararse para obtener financiamiento y crecer mediante apoyo legal, contable, financiero y de planificación empresarial.
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Grand Opening
Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Thursday, October 22nd ~ 9:00 AM
Second Season Adult Day Retreat
1925 Huntley Rd. West Dundee
Join us to celebrate Second Season Adult Day Retreat’s newest location in West Dundee! We’ll kick things off with a traditional ribbon cutting, followed by refreshments, great conversation, and an opportunity to connect with fellow community members. Come celebrate, make connections, and show your support for local business in our community. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Foglia Woodlands Impact Center
Thursday, October 29th ~ 4:00 PM
Foglia Woodlands Impact Center
770 Navajo Dr. Carpentersville
Join members of the NKCC, Algoquin / Lake in the Hills Chamber & The Boys & Girls Club of the Northwest Suburbs as we celebrate the Grand Opening of the Foglia Woodland Impact Center with a traditional ribbon cutting, followed by refreshments, great conversation, and an opportunity to connect with fellow community members. Come celebrate, make connections, and show your support for local business in our community. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Dugo Coffee Co.
Alyssia Dugo ~ (224) 678-5992
dugocoffeeco@gmail.com
Looking to bring something special to your next private party, corporate gathering, community event, or celebration? Dugo Coffee Co., located in West Dundee, brings the coffee experience right to you!
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Immanuel Lutheran Church & School
Hannah Froehlich ~ (847) 428-4477
310 E Main Street East Dundee
immanueldundee.org
For over 150 years, Immanuel Lutheran School in East Dundee has been rooted in faith, striving to help children develop spiritually, academically, emotionally and physically.
Immanuel Lutheran School offers a solid, high level academic program for students in grades preschool through 8th grade.
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Nothing Bundt Cakes
Emi Hansen ~ (847) 500-0955
2415 Bowes Rd. ~ Elgin
nothingbundtcakes.com
elgin-il@nothingbundtcakes.com
NOW OPEN! For 27 years, Nothing Bundt Cake bakeries have been more than just a place to get dessert—it's where you turn when you want to give a little more, so others can feel a little more. Where traditions are baked and joy is always on the menu.
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Village of Gilberts Annual Bonfire
Saturday, October 19th 3:30-5:30 PM
Enjoy a cozy bonfire, hayride, pumpkin decorating, and some delicious apple cider — all for FREE!
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Village of West Dundee Halloween Party
Saturday, October 24th
Noon - 3:00 PM
Grafelman Park
The Village of West Dundee & Northern Kane County Chamber are excited to once again host their Annual Halloween Party at Grafelmen Park in West Dundee. Dress the family up and head out for an afternoon of kid activities, trunk or treat, costume contest, fall refreshments, and pumpkin decorating! Remember to bring your donation to the @F.I.S.H. Food Pantry which gives you access to all the activities!
Village of West Dundee Halloween Party Facebook Page
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Halloween in the Hollow, Village of Sleepy Hollow
Saturday, October 24th ~ 3:00 PM
Children have an opportunity to show off their costumes, parading by age group to receive candy with prizes awarded for the best costumes. Other activities include pumpkin decorating, hay rides, a chili contest and of course, the bonfire. The chili contests starts promptly at 3 PM, costume parade starts at 4:15 PM, and food sales and pumpkin decorating begin at 3:30 PM. At twilight, the immense bonfire is set ablaze, followed by the ride of the Headless Horseman.
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Carpentersville's 2nd Annual Spooky Sprint & Haunted Happenings
Saturday, October 31st
9:00 AM - Noon
Carpenter Park
2nd Annual Spooky Sprint & Haunted Happenings—a morning filled with costumes, community, and Halloween fun for all ages at Carpenter Park!
Whether you're running the 5K, cheering on your little monster, collecting candy at Trunk-or-Treat, or simply enjoying a festive fall morning with family and friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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Echos of the Forgotten Passengers:
1920's Halloween Event
Village of East Dundee
October 31st 7-10:00 PM
One moment, you’ll be in 2026.
The next… you’ll find yourself transported nearly a century back in time.
Step through the Vortex and enter a world of mystery, magic, mayhem and memories from the Roaring Twenties.
- Encounter a Traveling Circus & Tarot Reader
- Uncover the secrets of the Valentine’s Day Massacre
- Enter Harry Houdini’s Magic Parlor
- Dare to visit the Mad Scientist’s Laboratory
- Consult a Medium & Fortune Teller
- Step inside the Dundee Daily News
- Experience a Silent Film Theater
And find your way into The Speakeasy (But ONLY after you get the secret password)
But Beware… once you step through the Vortex, there’s no telling where you’ll end up. Be HERE this Halloween.
East Dundee is going back in time… and you’re invited!
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Boo at the Zoo
October 31 & November 1st | 11:00 am- 2:00 pm
Randall Oaks Zoo 1180 N. Randall Rd., West Dundee
Gather your little ghosts and goblins for this fun-filled family event at Randall Oaks Zoo. See your favorite animals, a few creepy crawlers, and more in your costumes at the Halloween-themed event. Trick or treating throughout the Zoo and a costume parade at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. Regular admission applies.
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Whether entering the workforce or looking to advance your career, attending an Elgin Community College job fair can be crucial to achieving your professional goals. A valuable opportunity for job seekers to connect directly with employers and explore various career options in one convenient location. Engage in face-to-face conversations, ask questions about potential roles, and make a lasting impression on hiring managers.
Job Fairs | Elgin Community College (ECC)
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5th Annual Bourbon Social to benefit CASA Kane County
October 24th
Super VIP Experience: from 2:30 PM - 4 PM, this select group will enjoy a 90-minute private tasting with industry professionals, plus a cigar pour voucher for each guest, snacks, VIP access to main event, and more!
Get your tickets today!
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2026 CASA Kane County
The Heart of Child Welfare
Understanding. Connecting. Making a Difference
Elgin Community College, Building E
October 15, 2026
Child welfare is changing, and supporting children and families requires us to understand the evolving landscape, strengthen our skills, and build meaningful connections.
This conference brings together advocates, professionals, and community partners to explore Illinois’ changing behavioral health system, poverty and trauma, resources for older youth, and collaborative relationships with parents and professionals.
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BodyWorks Medical Center invites the Chamber community to join us for a complimentary Lunch & Learn focused on Osteoarthritis of the Knee & Shoulder.
Wednesday, October 29, 2026
1:15–2:15 PM
BodyWorks Medical Center – West Dundee
754 S 8th St, West Dundee, IL 60118
Complimentary lunch provided
Presented by
Dr. Justin Taylor, D.C.
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Our sculpture event was a standout success last year thanks to our incredible artists, and we’re excited to bring the magic back for
Home Planet Earth 2027!
We’re looking for talented creatives like you to help transform our community once again. Your vision and artistry are what make this event so special—we can’t wait to see what you’ll create next. Submit your application today and be part of the experience!
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