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.
April 22
Give Back to the Earth: 7:30-11 a.m. Wednesday, April 22, Old School Forest Preserve, St. Mary's Road, south of Route 176, and north of Route 60, Libertyville. Sponsored by the Lake County Audubon Society, the event will start with a nature/bird walk, followed by coffee and rolls, then participants will help to remove some of the garlic mustard that is an invasive element on many Lake County properties. For details, call Chris Geiselhart, (847) 362-5134.
April 25
Preschool-Kindergarten Forum: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 25, Westlake Christian Academy, 275 S. Lake St., Grayslake. Westlake Christian Academy will hold a free forum as a community service, which will include information and handouts that will assist parents in their decision-making process for the upcoming school year. For reservations, contact Denise Schlappi, at dschlappi@westlakechristian.org, or (847) 548-6209, ext. 17.
Buffalo Grove Health and Wellness Fair: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 25, village hall, 50 Raupp Blvd. Health care providers will provide presentations from yoga and boot camp sessions to bringing health care home. Includes screenings for blood pressure, colon, cholesterol, glucose, more. Free admission, some of the screenings offered my be subject to fees on site. (847) 850-2133 or bgparkdistrict.org.
E-Trash Recycling and Environmental Education event: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 25, Public Works facility, 51 Raupp Blvd., Buffalo Grove. PC Rebuilders and Recyclers will collect CPU's, monitors, keyboards, speakers, printers and scanners to refurbish and make available to nonprofits. (847) 850-2133 or bgparkdsistrict.org.
April 26
Think Locally, Act Globally: 1-2:15 p.m. Sunday, April 26, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Share snacks and a short inspirational introduction, then visit with community organizations needing volunteers and changing peoples lives. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Blood and bone marrow drive: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 26, Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. The National Marrow Donor Program Registry urgently needs Jewish donors of Ashkenazi descent. Eligible donors must be between the ages of 18 to 60 and in general good health. Bone marrow donor registration involves a swab of cells from inside the cheek. Bring a drivers license or other valid ID. To make an appointment to give blood, call (847) 634-0777.
April 27
Gurnee's Biggest Baby Shower: Through Monday, April 27. The Breakfast Exchange Club of Gurnee and several student organizations from Warren Township High School district 121, including are collecting donations for area facilities that help families and infants in crisis to increase awareness of the Safe Haven Law. The items most needed include: canned powdered formula, umbrella strollers, infant car seats, diapers, blankets, sleepers, socks, bibs, baby wipes, bottles, washed cloths, hooded bath towels, Onesies, clothing up to 12 months, baby care books, spoons, plates, sippy cups, teething toys and jar food. Drop-off sites include: Gurnee Village Hall, the Gurnee Police Station, Gurnee Fire Stations, the Gurnee Park District's Viking and Hunt Club parks and First Midwest Bank in Gurnee. For information, call Roberta Pfeiffer, at (847) 529-2681, or Nancy Tunberg, at (847) 739-3872.
Reuse-A-Shoe: Through Monday, April 27, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Residents can drop off their worn-out athletic shoes during library hours to be recycled into playgrounds and sports surfaces. Call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.
May 9
Clothes for the needy: 9-11 a.m. the second Saturday of each month, St. Andrew Episcopal Church's Elijah's Mantle for Children in Need community service project, 31 Park Ave., Grayslake. Clothing in sizes ranging from infant to size 16 boys and girls is available. Next dates are: May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12. There is no cost. Donations of gently-used children's clothing in good condition are always welcome. standrewsgrayslake.org or (847) 223-2310.
Through May 16
Clearbrook Jelly Belly Days: Volunteers are being sought to work various shifts between 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16, at intersections throughout Chicago and the suburbs during Clearbrook's Jelly Belly Days. Volunteers trade signature gourmet Jelly Belly candy for donations. For information, call Janis at (847) 385-5008.
Ongoing
Tree and bench donations: The Vernon Hills Park District offers residents and neighbors the opportunity to honor a special person or commemorate an event by donating a tree or bench in a district park. Trees range from $225-$475 depending on the species selected, and can be personalized with a bronze plaque, which is sold at cost. Benches may be purchased for donation at a cost of $700, and personalized with a bronze plaque. Prices for plaques start at $70. The Tree & Bench Donation order form can be found online at vhparkdistrict.org or at the Park District Community Centers. For more information, call Cheryl Baron, at (847) 996-6933.
Pooch Pantry: 12:30-6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, B.C. Dog Training, 920 Turret Court, Mundelein. B.C. Dog Training and B.A.R.K are collecting dry dog and cat food, canned dog and cat food, biscuits and any pet treats to help families in need feed their pets. Gift cards from are pet supply stores will also be accepted (no cash or check donations). For information or to suggest a family in need, call (847) 566-1960 or e-mail dobes8@aol.com. The Pooch Pantry will be open for families in need from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays at B.C. Dog Training.
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.
Electronics recycling: 8 a.m. to noon, the first Saturday of each month, Wauconda Township Highway Department, at 505 W. Bonner Road, Wauconda. All Wauconda Township residents are invited to bring in electronic recyclables. Items accepted include computers and computer components, video games, televisions, VCR/DVD players, cameras, radios and accessories, phones, and more. For more information call the Township Office at (847) 526-2631.
Allendale Association: A not-for-profit children's facility in Lake Villa, looking for qualified volunteers to work directly with children or on other projects. Help a child develop positive relationships with adults, share gardening knowledge in the vocational horticultural center, evaluate a student's Individual Education Plans and meet with the child's therapeutic team, work in the thrift store, or help in other ways. To learn more, visit www.allendale4kids.org.
Knit or crochet for babies: The Waukegan Area Branch of American Association of University Women is looking for people to knit or crochet baby hats for babies born at Vista Medical Center East. Call (847) 244-7926.
Avon Township Food Pantry: Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Drop off packaged and canned food items. This is an ongoing, year-round collection. For information, call (847) 223-5313.
Recycle Printer or Copier cartridges: Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Drop off any printer (inkjet or laser) or copier cartridges for recycling. For information, call (847) 223-5313.
Donations sought: For sale to be held 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, June 11-12, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 13, Prince of Peace Parish, 135 S. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa. The church is seeking donations for its annual Rummage Sale Extravaganza. Pickups for larger items are being scheduled. Small items will be accepted in June. For donation pickups, call (847) 356-6111 or e-mail poprummagesale@yahoo.com.
Republican Club scholarship: Lake Villa Township Republican Club offers a $1,000 scholarship to students of Lake Villa Township who meet the following qualifications: Legal residence of Lake Villa Township, acceptance at the College of one's choice as a full-time student, and activity in public and civic affairs. To request an application, call Betty Burns, at (847) 356-1076, or Jean Smuda, at (847) 507-8734.