Where do we meet people in town?!

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We used to have a 4th of July parade?! 🎉In this episode, Jeff and I dive into Elmhurst's surprising 4th of July history including a decades-long parade that quietly disappeared, fireworks that got shut down because of angry car dealers, and a patriotic-themed burger joint I never knew existed!Plus, we answer a listener question about how to make friends as an adult in Elmhurst (we've all been there) and take a trip down memory lane through downtown's old storefronts.We also round up the best 4th of July events in and around DuPage County, and I share one of my new favorite local spots you don't want to miss!🇺🇸 Check out my full 4th of July guide🔴 Leave us a message to be featured on the show!✉️ Join our free email newsletter at heyelmhurst.com!🎥 Recorded at Spark Scent Collective in beautiful downtown Elmhurst, IL.

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