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Guided Hike Lets You See Windmill, Fox River as Col. Fabyan Did

Guided Hike Lets You See Windmill, Fox River as Col. Fabyan Did

June 23, 2015
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History, Kane County Forest Preserve District, Nature

If you enjoyed The Imitation Game, you’ll love the fascinating story of “Col.” George Fabyan and Riverbank Labs — and you’ll get a huge kick…

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City of Elgin: 'Enjoy the River, Avoid the Dam'

City of Elgin: ‘Enjoy the River, Avoid the Dam’

May 11, 2015
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Environment, Government, Public Safety

The spring edition of Elgin’s Neighbor newsletter contains an excellent special pull-out section to help residents stay safe during severe weather events and understand the…

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PHOTO STORY: Fond Farewell to Fabyan Footbridge

PHOTO STORY: Fond Farewell to Fabyan Footbridge

October 29, 2014
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History, Kane County Forest Preserve District, Parks and Recreation

A little piece of Kane County’s version of Xanadu was taken down Friday, Oct. 24, with the demolition of the footbridge at Fabyan Forest Preserve, but county…

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Blacksmithing 101, 202 at Garfield Farm Museum (No Prior Experience Needed)

Blacksmithing 101, 202 at Garfield Farm Museum (No Prior Experience Needed)

September 30, 2014
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Events, History

At 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, Garfield Farm Museum staff member Joseph Coleman will give a Blacksmithing 101 lecture/demonstration on the history of blacksmithing. There will be a…

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Barn Literally Raised as Part of Dickson-Murst Farm Restoration in Montgomery

Barn Literally Raised as Part of Dickson-Murst Farm Restoration in Montgomery

September 27, 2014
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History, Nonprofits

There recently was a barn raising at Dickson-Murst Farm. Literally, it was a barn raising as opposed to building a barn with neighborhood help. The…

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Public Hearing Coming Thursday on Pouley Road's 'Rustic' Status

Public Hearing Coming Thursday on Pouley Road’s ‘Rustic’ Status

September 23, 2014
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Development, Government, History, Nature, Parks and Recreation, Transportation

The road to “Rustic Road” status has been a long one — and there are still miles to go before Pouley Road sleeps — but the…

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Campton Township Prairie Fest Combines History and Fun

Campton Township Prairie Fest Combines History and Fun

September 17, 2014
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Events, History

Campton Township will host the Eighth Annual Prairie Fest on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014, at Historic Corron Farm, 7N761 Corron Road, at the Corner of Silver Glen…

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Geneva History Museum Celebrates 10th Anniversary — Unveils New, Permanent Exhibit

Geneva History Museum Celebrates 10th Anniversary — Unveils New, Permanent Exhibit

August 7, 2014
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Events, History

“Geneva’s Story” will be told in a new, permanent exhibit as the Geneva History Museum celebrates its 10th anniversary in a big way. The exhibit…

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Feature-Length Video to Tell Moving Story of Elgin's Black History

Feature-Length Video to Tell Moving Story of Elgin’s Black History

July 15, 2014
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Arts & Entertainment, Good Causes, History, People

      If you get a chance, be sure to read Dave Gathman’s wonderful article in The Courier-News Arts & Entertainment section on the feature-length movie…

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Feature-Length Video to Tell Moving Story of Elgin's Black History

Feature-Length Video to Tell Moving Story of Elgin’s Black History

July 15, 2014
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Arts & Entertainment, Good Causes, History, People

      If you get a chance, be sure to read Dave Gathman’s wonderful article in The Courier-News Arts & Entertainment section on the feature-length movie…

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