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Treasurer Pappas to Host Philippine Independence Celebration Featuring Traditional Dance Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony

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Treasurer Pappas to Host Philippine Independence Celebration Featuring Traditional Dance Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony

Treasurer Pappas to Host Philippine Independence Celebration Featuring Traditional Dance Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and the Philippine Independence Week Committee will commemorate Philippine Independence with a reception on June 10 to honor distinguished Filipino American civic, business, cultural and community leaders whose contributions have strengthened Cook County and…

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Windy City Boat & Yacht Show Debuts June 12–14, 2026 

Posted on June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Windy City Boat & Yacht Show Debuts June 12–14, 2026 
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Windy City Boat & Yacht Show Debuts June 12–14, 2026  Seasoned Boaters to Casual Cruisers are Invited to Celebrate the Boating Lifestyle at the Great Lakes’ Premier In-Water Boat Show in Downtown Chicago’s Burnham Harbor Tickets for the inaugural Windy City Boat & Yacht Show are on sale at WindyCityBYS.com. Produced by Informa, the world’s…

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Metropolis Performing Arts Centre announces cast and creative team for The Wizard of Oz July 8 – August 9, 2026

Posted on June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Metropolis Performing Arts Centre announces cast and creative team for The Wizard of Oz July 8 – August 9, 2026
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre announces cast and creative team for The Wizard of Oz July 8 – August 9, 2026

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre announces cast and creative team for The Wizard of Oz July 8 – August 9, 2026 Audiences are Invited To Travel “Over the Rainbow” for this Timeless Journey with Familiar Characters and Oscar-Winning Music  Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, located in the heart of downtown Arlington Heights, 111 W. Campbell St., is…

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Top Things to See and Experience at the Windy City Boat & Yacht Show

Posted on June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Top Things to See and Experience at the Windy City Boat & Yacht Show
Top Things to See and Experience at the Windy City Boat & Yacht Show

Top Things to See and Experience at the Windy City Boat & Yacht Show New Premier In-Water Boat Show Launches This June 12–14, 2026 in Downtown Chicago’s Burnham Harbor The inaugural Windy City Boat & Yacht Show celebrates the boating lifestyle of the Great Lakes with an in-water showcase of cutting edge powerboats and elegant sailboats,…

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Northwestern University dedicates William O. Lipinski Congressional Papers

Posted on May 26, 2026May 26, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Northwestern University dedicates William O. Lipinski Congressional Papers
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Northwestern University dedicates William O. Lipinski Congressional Papers By Ray Hanania Officials of Northwestern University on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, dedicated the official placement of historic personal and official documents donated by former Congressman William O. Lipinski into the university’s Library archives on transportation. Lipinski was joined by his wife, Bonnie, his son Congressman Dan…

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Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors AANHPI Heritage Month by Recognizing Community Leaders with Live Music and Dance Celebration

Posted on May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors AANHPI Heritage Month by Recognizing Community Leaders with Live Music and Dance Celebration
Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors AANHPI Heritage Month by Recognizing Community Leaders with Live Music and Dance Celebration

Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors AANHPI Heritage Month by Recognizing Community Leaders with Live Music and Dance Celebration Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas will celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by recognizing community leaders, cultural advocates and business owners whose contributions strengthen Cook County and the greater Chicagoland region. The event will…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Hosted Reception Following Haitian Flag Raising at Daley Plaza

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Hosted Reception Following Haitian Flag Raising at Daley Plaza
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Hosted Reception Following Haitian Flag Raising at Daley Plaza

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Hosted Reception Following Haitian Flag Raising at Daley Plaza Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas hosted a reception Monday afternoon for Cook County’s Haitian community following the Flag Raising Ceremony in Daley Plaza. The celebration honored Haitian Heritage Month and Haitian Flag Day, observed annually on Monday, May 18, 2026. Haitian…

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Orland Fire Protection District Seniors to host Barbecue July 1, 2026

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District Seniors to host Barbecue July 1, 2026
Orland Fire Protection District Seniors to host Barbecue July 1, 2026

Orland Fire Protection District Seniors to host Barbecue July 1, 2026 The Orland Fire Protection District Seniors Club will host a Senior BBQ Luncheon on Wednesday, July 1, 2027 to celebrate the nation’s 250th Anniversary in conjunction with the 4th of July. The BBQ on July 1 is open to Orland Fire District residents and…

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Distributors and industry buyers of Middle Eastern and Arab foods to be featured at unique New Jersey convention

Posted on May 13, 2026May 13, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Distributors and industry buyers of Middle Eastern and Arab foods to be featured at unique New Jersey convention
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Distributors and industry buyers of Middle Eastern and Arab foods to be featured at unique New Jersey convention Chicago, IL — The Global Products Expo will host its annual Middle East food specialty expo in New Jersey from June 22 through June 24, showcasing more than 360 sponsor booths and Arabian displays. Founder Issam Abdellatif…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors Mothers from Around the World in Downtown Office Celebration with Live Music and Awards

Posted on May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors Mothers from Around the World in Downtown Office Celebration with Live Music and Awards
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors Mothers from Around the World in Downtown Office Celebration with Live Music and Awards

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Honors Mothers from Around the World in Downtown Office Celebration with Live Music and Awards Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas hosted a special celebration honoring the enduring impact of mothers on Monday, May 11 at 2:00 p.m., in the Treasurer’s Office at 118 N. Clark Street, Room 112. Pappas recognized…

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Treasurer Maria Pappas Recognizes Cinco de Mayo with Celebration of Mexican Heritage Featuring Mariachi Music, Live Horses, and an Art Exhibit

Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Treasurer Maria Pappas Recognizes Cinco de Mayo with Celebration of Mexican Heritage Featuring Mariachi Music, Live Horses, and an Art Exhibit
Treasurer Maria Pappas Recognizes Cinco de Mayo with Celebration of Mexican Heritage Featuring Mariachi Music, Live Horses, and an Art Exhibit

Treasurer Maria Pappas Recognizes Cinco de Mayo with Celebration of Mexican Heritage Featuring Mariachi Music, Live Horses, and an Art Exhibit Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas marked Cinco de Mayo on May 5 with a public celebration honoring the deep cultural roots and lasting contributions of the Mexican diaspora in Chicagoland. The event featured live…

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Orland Fire announces May 10 registration date for Kid Camp and Junior Cadet programs

Posted on April 23, 2026April 23, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire announces May 10 registration date for Kid Camp and Junior Cadet programs
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Orland Fire announces May 10 registration date for Kid Camp and Junior Cadet programs The Orland Fire Protection District released the scheduled dates for the popular Kids Camp (Monday, June 15) and the Junior Cadet program (Tuesday, June 16), and urges interested parents to mark their calendars for the events and for the required registration….

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Leving Matrimonial Law Firm Seminar: Mental Health Experts and Client Communication Strategies in Divorce

Posted on April 22, 2026April 22, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving Matrimonial Law Firm Seminar: Mental Health Experts and Client Communication Strategies in Divorce
Leving Matrimonial Law Firm Seminar: Mental Health Experts and Client Communication Strategies in Divorce

Leving Matrimonial Law Firm Seminar: Mental Health Experts and Client Communication Strategies in Divorce By Laura Reichel The nationally acclaimed Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on April 23rd at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 225 W. Wacker Drive…

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Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets

Posted on March 24, 2026March 24, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets
Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets

Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets By Laura Reichel The nationally acclaimed Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on March 25th at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 225 W….

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Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14

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Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14

Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14 Orland Park, IL (March 13, 2026) – The Village of Orland Park Recreation & Parks Department will hold its annual Family Health Fair on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. until noon at the Village of Orland Park Sportsplex, 11351 West 159th Street. Topics will…

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Women Leaders Come Together for Fifth Annual 16th District Women’s Power Brunch

Posted on March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Women Leaders Come Together for Fifth Annual 16th District Women’s Power Brunch
Women Leaders Come Together for Fifth Annual 16th District Women’s Power Brunch

Women Leaders Come Together for Fifth Annual 16th District Women’s Power Brunch On Friday, March 6th, the Fifth Annual 16th District Women’s Power Brunch was held to celebrate women leaders throughout the 16th District. The event was hosted by Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar, 16th District Commissioner on Women’s Issues Claudia Ayala, Hillside Mayor…

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Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Identifying Potential Medical Negligence and Catastrophic Injury Claims

Posted on February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Identifying Potential Medical Negligence and Catastrophic Injury Claims

Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Identifying Potential Medical Negligence and Catastrophic Injury Claims By Laura Reichel CHICAGO — The nationally acclaimed Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on February 25th at 6:30 p.m. CST at 225 W….

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago

Posted on February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago
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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas is partnering again with Telemundo Chicago’s consumer unit, Telemundo Responde, to host a special phone bank, “Las Casas Latinas Importan,” on Thursday, February 19. The event will help Hispanic homeownersdetermine,…

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