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  • Mark Crea, CEO of Feed My Starving Children, thanks students during a visit to Maria Luce’s third-grade class Monday at Oak Grove School in Green Oaks. The students made and sold more than 2,000 bookmarks and raised $700 for the organization.

    Third graders at Oak Grove School follow business plan to feed kids in HaitiFeb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
    A third-grade class at Oak Grove School in Green Oaks formed a company to raise funds for hungry children in Haiti. Their effort raised abouit $700 and earned a visit of thanks Monday from the CEO of Feed My Starving Children. "Kids provide a significant amount of the volunteering and support," CEO Mark Crea said. "It's kids feeding kids."

     

  • Elk Grove Republicans collect for homeless vets Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Elk Grove Township Republican Organization is collecting donations for a facility in North Chicago that houses homeless veterans at its regular monthly meeting 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Rose Garden Cafe, 111 E. Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village. Items sought include men’s belts and shoes in all sizes and styles. For information, email dnevarr@aol.com.

     
  • What started in 2002 as a simple effort to help Barrington native Paula Guzzetta, left, raise money for a cancer walk blossomed into the full-fledged Beat Tom and Bill Foundation, which gives money to local people struggling with cancer. Paula's husband, Paul, right, now serves of the board of the charity founded by brothers Tom, center left, and Bill Latourette, center right.

    Goofy brothers get serious about fighting cancerFeb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
    Brothers Tom and Bill Latourette have been competitive since they were kids. So when the suburban dads took to the golf course to raise a few bucks for a friend with cancer, they vowed to raise more the next year. A dozen years and nearly $400,000 later, they're pushing to raise more through the wackiest fundraiser ever.

     

  • The Soapbox Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
    Read editors' comments about a tiny new river resident, pocked roads and other winter hazards, and an amazing acronym.

     
  • Northwestern, shown here in action against Penn State on Jan. 3, won't have to travel far to play in the Big Ten women's tournament, which will start March 7 at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates.

    Big Ten women's tourney coming to Sears CentreFeb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
    This year's Big Ten women's basketball tournament March 7-10 is about much more than the games. For the first time in more than a decade, the tournament is moving from its location in Indianapolis. The new venue is the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, which is throwing many free fan events to increase the appeal. Tickets start at $15 for a single session, but the weekend also will feature plenty of free fan events.

     
  • The new Rotary Plaza in Palatine will feature an electronic sign and landscaping.

    Palatine, Rotary Club partner to build new community sign Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Rotary Club of Palatine has partnered with the village to build a new electronic sign and plaza at the northeast corner of Palatine and Plum Grove roads.

     

  • Conant boosters hosting dinner dance March 1 Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
    Conant High School’s Booster Club is hosting its Third Annual Cougar Dinner Dance to raise funds that benefit the school, as well as recognize individuals who support programs and students in outstanding ways.

     
  • This is an example of baskets put together by students in various organizations that are auctioned on Trivia/Game Night.

    Hoffman High boosters to host trivia night Feb 6, 2013 12:00 AM
    Hoffman Estates Loyal Parents (HELP) will host its fifth annual Trivia/Game Night from 6 to 11 p.m. Feb. 23 at the Sears Corporate Center, 3333 Beverly Road, Hoffman Estates. The adults-only event is open to the community. All proceeds will benefit students and programs at Hoffman Estates High School.

     
  • Alexian Brothers foundation members Suzanne Frey and Janice Selden are with gifts coming in for the baby shower for the new Alexian Brothers Women and Children’s Hospital in Hoffman Estates.

    Baby showers set for Alexian children’s hospital in Hoffman Estates Feb 6, 2013 12:00 AM
    After more than five years of planning, the new Alexian Brothers Women and Children's Hospital in Hoffman Estates is nearing completion, and members of the Alexian Brothers Foundation's Women's Board are throwing a pair of baby showers to welcome their new addition with amenities to make staying there more pleasant. "These are items that are not part of our operating budget," says Julie Baker, events and volunteer outreach manager for the foundation.

     

  • Cupcakes, Cookies & Coffee for College Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
    Letter to the editor: Mike Baker of the Schaumburg Autism Society invites residents to Cupcakes, Cookies and Coffee for College — a March 30 event to raise money for Harper College Education Foundation scholarships, benefiting adult students with autism and other developmental disabilities, and other organizations.

     
  • Joyce Browne of Naperville says her daughter, Jessica, has learned much through the job skills programs offered at We Grow Dreams. “She has learned to offset the challenge of work with the reward of a paycheck. She has gained maturity and self-esteem.”

    We Grow Dreams helps people with disabilities develop job skills Feb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
    Through its greenhouse, craft and market programs, We Grow Dreams in West Chicago offers opportunities for people with disabilities to develop social and vocational skills. Today, Joyce Browne of Naperville talks about what participating has meant to her daughter, Jessica.

     

  • Wound veterans benefit: Feb 3, 2013 12:00 AM
    Raising Up Our Heroes is hosting “A Little Sweetheart Valentine’s Day Dance and Silent Auction” to support wounded veterans on Sunday, Feb. 10.

     
  • Carolyn Fujara, 18, left, of Mount Prospect was awarded the Rising Star Award by Mayor Irvana Wilks at the village’s 20th annual Celestial Celebration on Friday.

    Mt. Prospect Celestial Celebration changes draw crowd Feb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
    Mount Prospect added new twists to an old favorite and has a hit on its hands once again. The Mount Prospect Special Events Commission’s Celestial Celebration attracted 100 more people with a new night, new venue and other changes to the 20-year-old event.

     

  • Palatine-based shelter seeing largest homeless clientele in 10 years Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
    A Palatine-based program for the homeless has seen the biggest clientele in 10 years in the first weeks of January, Journeys Executive Director Beth Nabors said. “The reality of what we see in our Palatine day center weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. is more people needing more things."

     
  • Join the Renz Center raffle to win club level tickets to a game between the Chicago Blackhawks and Calgary Flames on April 26. Raffle ticket are $10 or five for $45.

    Blackhawks package raffle to benefit Renz Center Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Renz Addiction Counseling Center is raffling two Chicago Blackhawks vs. Calgary Flames Club Level tickets for the game at 7:30 p.m. April 26 at the United Center. The tickets also include two passes to the KetelOne Club and one VIP parking pass.

     

  • SHS club raising cash, awareness: Jan 31, 2013 12:00 AM
    Stevenson High School's Relay For Life committee will start its fundraising Friday ahead of the sophomore and varsity boys basketball games against Libertyville.

     

  • Fundraiser Saturday in Barrington benefits 8-year-old girlJan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
    A benefit to aid the fight against a rare disease afflicting an 8-year-old Barrington girl will be at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, at McGonigal's Pub, 105 S. Cook St., Barrington.

     
  • Peter Murphy, second from left, performs the song “Time Warp” during last year’s Carmel Street Scenes Gala performance at the school in Mundelein.

    Carmel’s 39th annual Street Scenes fundraiser set for Feb. 8-9 Jan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
    Get ready to take a trip to Las Vegas as Carmel Catholic High School kicks off its annual fundraiser, Street Scenes Goes To Las Vegas. The 39th annual event takes place on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 8 and 9.

     
  • Vote now for your favorite of the six couples who will compete in this year’s Dancing with the Geneva Stars event Saturday, Feb. 9, at Eagle Brook Country Club.

    Vote now in Dancing with the Geneva Stars Jan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
    The popular fundrasier Dancing with Geneva Stars will celebrate its fifth anniversary at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, at Eagle Brook Country Club. Meet the six couples who are competing for the 2013 title.

     

  • Palatine’s Polar Plunge set for March 3 Jan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
    Special Olympics Illinois will hold its Polar Plunge fundraiser at noon Sunday, March 3, at the Salt Lake Park District's Twin Lakes facility, 1200 E. Twin Lakes Drive, Palatine. Each participant must raise at least $75 to take the icy dip. All plungers will receive a hooded sweatshirt, entry into the post-plunge party and a chance to win additional prizes for raising more money.

     
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