I have lived in Elgin for over 20 years. While I absolutely love the arts, culture, and diversity of Elgin, it is the people who make this community the true gem that it is. I love dining at Bea Unique, where Bea and Al make you feel like family. I love that John LaFleur devised a completely outrageously awesome arts fundraiser to benefit PADS of Elgin. I love that I work with a team of amazingly caring and compassionate friends at PADS of Elgin. Our community is amazing for so many reasons, but the people are the true stars of the show.

My maternal grandparents were one of the first families of color to settle here in Elgin in the 1950’s. I’m in the 3rd of 5 generations to live here. We love Elgin because of its diversity and family-oriented culture. I enjoy working in the town in which I live as well- it helps keep me connected to the community.

Elgin is a community of people who don’t always fit the mold, so anyone can find a place to belong here. So many of us who live here are deeply committed to making Elgin the best it can be *because* of the communities they’ve formed here. Every Elginite I meet is involved in multiple ways. In my experience, most people from other towns are apathetic about the wellbeing of their town. Here, people contribute so much of their time and resources for Elgin.
Perhaps the fringes are drawn here because Elgin itself is a little quirky compared to the surrounding suburbs. There are beautiful spaces to gather, and you don’t always need a car to get to them. The streets are full of art, from the buildings to the stickers on the light posts. The proximity of things encourages people to be outside, rather than sticking to the end destinations. And there is always *something* going on. This is an environment that encourages you to stop, look around, and maybe meet a neighbor. It’s an environment where communities can form.

I love the peaceful sound of the water that flows in the Fox River, as well as the lively sounds of the wildlife that call the Fox River “Home.” I love hearing the train whistle in the distance, and the connection the Fox River Trail provided us to all the other home communities along the trail. The possibilities seem endless in Elgin❣

I love Elgin because of the amount of nature that’s here as well as the people and community. Elgin is my home.

I love Elgin because of all the wonderful events. There’s something to do, a lot of it no cost, nearly every day of the week.

The love I have for Elgin is the diverse culture, the food, the people, the community! Businesses are expanding here and can’t wait to see many more opportunities for people here in Elgin!

“Elgin is home” is a true statement for our family. The library, community events, and local schools and businesses have enriched our lives beyond measure. Thank you to all those who have contributed in making this city such a significant place for us!

Our literacy nonprofit has been proud to be a part of Elgin since our beginning 40 years ago. This beautiful, diverse community inspires us every day as we see individuals work toward their own unique goals and dreams. There is a wonderfully generous spirit here, rich with resources and opportunities, that seeks to help all community members thrive.

I love the way the leaders in the community come together with all their different gifts and skills, and creativity and offer such great opportunities & programs to make Elgin a great place to live 💗

I LOVE MY ELGIN!

I’m proud of who we are: rich in history, diverse and open hearted.

Keep up the love Elginites!❤️

I love the beautiful river, the music, our neighborhoods, the rich diversity of people! Elgin is home.

The Elgin Symphony is amazing!

Elgin is Beautiful!

The ESO!

Of course!

I love Elgin for its people. My life is filled with so many amazing, talented, and good-hearted humans and I feel so grateful. We work hard to make this community work and thrive. We’re in it together and you don’t always see that in other places. Cheers to being our biggest cheerleaders.

It is absolutely Beautiful :)

Because SBC is a GREAT Church.

My church & The Hemmens Theater! :)

I love Elgin because it is so creative.

Amazing art and art teachers!

Close to the woods of WI, the culture of Chicago. The Library, The Centre & ESO!! :) And Judson!!

I love the people

I love the compact downtown along the river.

ESO!

Wonderful Arts, Library, what’s not to love

Great people, Culture & History… & the Library!

It’s NOT Chicago

Good food, good people

They have the best Market in the area!

The amazingly creative people and fun events.

Urban & natural

The community of people is warm & welcoming. It’s Home!

Quaint vibes, solid food & vibrant art scene.

There’s great energy here. Walkable. Loving. Variety of people & backgrounds. We Love it here!

Elgin is a vibrant & diverse community of passionate people who CARE about their town.

Lots of varied events

wonderful people

Beautiful downtown

Elgin is a very pretty town to explore.

ELGIN PRIDE!

Diversity & History!

Centre of Elgin!

& Gail Borden

How culturally diverse we are!

Our black + brown culture is everything!

Elevate life w/Angie

Blooming Culture & Diversity. This is always something new to do!

Fostering Community

The people, parks, old houses, cemetery, small town values, Hemmens, Festival Park, all the churches

• Hope Culture Church
• Biking/walking on Fox River Trail
• Viator Coffee
• Centre + swimming
• Judson University
• Farmers Market

Spectacular & Close to Home!

Love all of you