Public service
Events where participation would benefit the public, such as volunteer events, social service clubs, call for donations to military, blood drives, bone marrow drives, food pantry drive, people who are giving away food, etc. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.
Recycle small electronics: Through Saturday, Jan. 31; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton, is collecting small electronic items to recycle. All donated items are tax deductible, and forms will be available on the bins. Items accepted are cell phones, DVDs, DVD games/consoles, MP3 players, print cartridges, digital cameras, digital video recorders, and laptops/notebooks. Items not accepted are computer monitors, printers, toner cartridges, and personal computers. The library is working with Recycling Avenue, a nonprofit company run by a group of physically challenged young adults who want to help the environment. Call (847) 506-2618.
Coat drive: Arlington Chiropractic Clinic, 1702 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights, is sponsoring a coat drive to benefit St. Vincent Depaul Society. Bring in new or gently used adult or children's coats, hats, and gloves 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday or 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday. Call (847) 259-4493
Cans for Coupons: Through Tuesday, Dec. 23, Big Jack's Chicago Style Red Hots, 507 N. Hainesville Road, Round Lake Park. Big Jack's and Sign Central are accepting Cans of food for Lake County Catholic Charities. Those donating will receive a 10 percent off coupon for any order from Big Jack's and Sign Central. For information, call (847) 818-9002.
Eli Skinner Chapter, NSDAR: The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is seeking volunteers to make wool caps for the troops stationed in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo and South Korea. Wool head covering which can be worn under the Kevlar helmet provides warmth to the head and neck, but does not restrict vision. Patterns are available at www.geocities.com/helmetliner. For details, contact helmetliner@hotmail.com or P.O. Box 236, Auburn, IL 62615.
Dec. 17
Meet With Congresswoman Schakowsky's Office: 5-7 p.m., Wednesday Dec. 17; Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St. Ann Limjoco from Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky's office will answer your personal questions about immigration, visas, Social Security, veterans' benefits, and other government benefits. No appointment needed.
Dec. 22
Memorial service to honor homeless: 4:30-6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22, Journeys from PADS to HOPE, 1140 E. Northwest Highway, Platine. Candlelight services to honor the area's homeless who have died during the past year. Speakers will include representatives from the PADS shelter sites, HOPE Center and community members and volunteers. (847) 963-9160, ext. 20.
Dec. 28
St. Ansgar blood drive: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2040 Laurel Ave., Hanover Park. To schedule an appointment visit givebloodgivelife.org or call Erica at (630) 837-5553, ext. 100.
Jan 15
U-46 community meeting: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, Elgin High School, 1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin. Dr. Jose M. Torres, U-46 school superintendent, hosts an open session to meet with U-46 community members preceding the Citizens' Advisory Council meeting. www.u-46.org.
Jan. 2
Citizens Police Academy: The Streamwood Police Department is inviting residents interested in police work to join their Citizens Police Academy, meeting from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays Jan. 21 through April 1 at the department, 401 E. Irving Park Road. Learn about the criminal justice system and get tips on deterring crime, as instructors explain how police agencies operate and how residents can become resources for improved community and police relations. Graduates are invited to volunteer for community activities, but the academy does not certify participants as police officers, nor does it give graduates authority to act as police officers. The academy is open to all Streamwood residents 21 or older. Applications are at the police department front desk or at the village hall the deadline to apply is Jan. 2. (630) 736-3712.
Jan. 25
Food for Fines: Sunday, Jan. 25, to Saturday, Jan. 31, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. For each can of food (unopened and not expired) donated, the library will waive $1 of fines (no fees or lost materials). For information, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
March 12
U-46 community meeting: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Elgin High School, 1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin. Dr. Jose M. Torres, U-46 school superintendent, hosts an open session to meet with U-46 community members preceding the Citizens' Advisory Council meeting. www.u-46.org.
May 7
U-46 community meeting: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, May 7, Elgin High School, 1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin. Dr. Jose M. Torres, U-46 school superintendent, hosts an open session to meet with U-46 community members preceding the Citizens' Advisory Council meeting. www.u-46.org.