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Downtown Palatine’s ‘Holidays on the Town’ Event Returns Friday, November 17

More than 20 businesses and organizations are participating in the Downtown Palatine Business Association's (DPBA) annual event.

Ela Township Highway Department Selling Truck and More in Obenauf Online Auction

The auction starts closing Thursday, Nov. 2 at 10:10 a.m.

Ela Township to Host "Budgeting for the Holidays" on November 8

Register for this FREE program hosted by Ela Township.

Lake Zurich Family Praises Non-Profit's Support Of Son With Cancer

The Mock family in Lake Zurich is thankful for Camp One Step and is supporting a Halloween Fun Run at Paulus Park to benefit them.

Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Business Expo and Community Showcase at Falcon Park Recreation Center

The event is on Saturday, November 11, 2017 with more than 60 local businesses and organizations, entertainment, raffles and giveaways.

Join Us for Ela Township Day Thursday, September 21!

Be sure to bring a non-perishable food donation for a chance to win a flatscreen TV!

Ela Township Blood Drive

Heartland Blood Centers will have a mobile blood drive from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 at Knox Park in Lake Zurich.

Registration Open for 17th Annual Sweet Pea Pet Parade: Show Off Your Furry Friends

Area community members are invited to dress up their pets to march in this free event is held on Sunday, August 27, 2017.

Ela Township to Host Women's Self-Defense Class Aug. 10

Personal trainer Bill Miller, of Bam Fitness, will lead a women's self-defense class at the Ela Town Hall at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10.

NEW DATE/TIME: Ela Township Hosts Women's Self-Defense Class Aug. 1

Personal trainer Bill Miller, of Bam Fitness, will lead a women's self-defense class at the Ela Town Hall at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1.

NEW DATE/TIME: Ela Township Hosts Women's Self-Defense Class Aug. 1

Personal trainer Bill Miller, of Bam Fitness, will lead a women's self-defense class at the Ela Town Hall at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1.

Save the Date: Township Day is Thursday, September 21!

Ela Township invites you to its second annual Township Day festivities from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017.

ASM: Healthy Fun at Themed 5K’s and Half Marathons, Local and Across the County

Adrenaline Sports Management upcoming events will be held in Illinois (Palatine-Chicago), Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio and three other states.

Women Learn Self-Defense Tactics at Ela Township Program

A second self-defense class is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1 at the Ela Township Hall.

Beach Expansion Underway at Paulus Park

The expansion will provide a larger sandy beach to the community and in future years a larger in water swim area.

Ela Charity Knit & Crochet Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Ela Charity Knit & Crochet meets every Wednesday at the Ela Community Center to craft handmade items to donate to those in need.

Ela Charity Knit & Crochet Celebrates 10 Years with Open House Wednesday

For the past 10 years, members of Ela Charity Knit & Crochet have been making handmade items for those in need.

Ela Township Community Family Services Offers New Therapy Group

Register by April 11 for the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Group, which is FREE to township residents!

Ela Highway Department Crew Saves Dog, Receives Commendation

The Kildeer Village Board honored the Ela Township Highway Department for coming to the aid of a blind and deaf dog found in the roadway.

NW Suburban Downtown Business Association Hosts ‘Girls on the Town’ Event Friday, April 21st

The Downtown Palatine Business Association will feature complimentary food and beverages, product demonstrations, special offers and more.

Village of Hawthorn Woods Builds Community Strength through Soccer Program

The Village of Hawthorn Woods and Hawthorn Woods Elite Soccer team up to offer a youth recreation soccer program

Ela Township Collecting Coats and Jackets for Veterans and their Families

Clean out your closet and donate new and gently used coats and jackets for families in need at the Ela Township Hall.

Learn More About Ela Coalition Against Youth Substance Abuse

This community-based organization will host its first meeting of the new year Monday at the Ela Township Hall in Lake Zurich. All welcome.

Lake Co. Gets New Driver Services Facility in Lake Zurich

​A longtime Libertyville driver services facility closed on Dec. 29 and a new facility opened in Lake Zurich on Jan. 4.

Ela Township to Host Blood Drive Monday, January 9

There's still time to make an appointment for Monday's blood drive at the Ela Township Hall, though walk-ins are welcome.

Lake Zurich Man’s Death Linked to Powerful Opioid Never Seen Before in Cook Co.

A powerful opioid also recently killed a 46-year-old Chicago man, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Village offering bigger recycling cans for free

The offer is only good through December

Ela Assessor’s Office Collecting Coats, Hats and Gloves for Veterans

Donations will benefit the nonprofit TLS Veterans, which helps veterans in Lake and McHenry counties.

Fill the Stockings!

Help Ela Charity Knit & Crochet fill handmade stockings with toiletries for pregnant women in need.

Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk a Success

More than 175 people helped fight hunger by walking in the Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk on October 16, raising over $31,000.

Cheer On 30 Northwest Suburban Contestants for the Rock on Palatine Singing Contest!

The stage is set for singers in four age categories to battle it out for bragging rights in the yearly singing contest at Durty Nellie's/

Ela Historical Society to Host Veterans Open House Saturday

View WWII memorabilia donated by Ela Township residents and enjoy free refreshments at the Ela Historical Society's Veterans Open House.

Ela Township’s Award-Winning Resource Specialist is a Champion for Seniors

Lisa Gaggiano has been named "Senior Staff Member of the Year" by the Illinois Township Association of Senior Citizens Services Committees.

Attend Fundraiser for Owner of Pinot's Palette at Pinstripes in South Barrington

Cathie Cook is facing cancer treatments, and friends and supporters have scheduled a fundraiser on Saturday, October 15th.

NWHP Creates Partnership to Offer Homebuyer Assistance for Low to Moderate Income Earners

The program is offered in Barrington, Palatine, Schaumburg, Ela, Hanover and Cuba Townships.

Ela Township Celebrates First Annual Township Day

Ela Township Day featured an open house, cookout in Knox Park with a performance by the Lake Zurich High School Band, info booths and more.

Ela Township Hosts Blood Drive Friday

LifeSource will bring its donor coach to the Ela Town Hall parking lot from 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23.

Join Us for Free Food and Fun on Ela Township Day Wednesday, Sept. 21!

Ela Township will host its first annual Township Day on Wednesday, Sept. 21, featuring an open house and community cookout in Knox Park.

Ela 55+ to Host First Annual Trunk Sale

Who knows what treasures you'll find when our Ela 55+ seniors open their trunks for a public rummage sale!