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AAUW: What can be more exciting for a book group than to have the author of the book being discussed in attendance? The PM Novel Group with the AM Lit Group of the Batavia-Geneva-St. Charles branch of the American Association of University Women did just this. They celebrated their last meeting of the year with B.R. Robb, author of the book, "River Ghosts," for their discussion on the book.
B.R. Robb is the pen name of attorney Bruce Steinberg, a St. Charles resident. His book, "River Ghosts," has received favorable reviews. The thrilling murder mystery incorporates accurate police and legal procedures drawn from Steinberg's professional experience. The story line also includes hints of racism and prejudice. Steinberg's first book, "The Widow's Son," won the Grand Prize at First Novel Fest 2000.
This special book discussion is one of many events hosted by the AAUW local branch. Most meetings are open to the public and will resume in September. AAUW is a national organization that focuses on issues of literacy, education and gender equity. For information, contact branch President Geri Shouba at (630) 406-0389.
Sugar Grove Historical Society: The Sugar Grove Historical Society will hear a program by Jerry Rich on Rich Harvest Farm at 7 p.m. Monday, June 15 at the Bliss House.
A Christmas quilt, quilted by Vickie Frantz, is on display. It will be raffled Dec. 7. Visit the Bliss House at 259 Main St. on Tuesdays from to 4 p.m. The book, "Sin Qua Sip - History of Sugar Grove Township, is $24 at Bliss House and in the Sugar Grove Library.
Batavia American Legion: The Batavia American Legion Post 504 meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at the Batavia Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1197 Canteen, 645 S. River St., Batavia. The next meeting will be Tuesday, June 16. The Batavia American Legion Post 504 is currently looking for additional new members. If you were in the military or are currently serving in the military and would be interested in joining, call Don Nallenweg at (630) 406-9331 or visit the Web site at www.bataviapost504.org.
The Batavia American Legion Post 504 announces its 2009 Stanley Johnson scholarship to Staci M. Clabough of Batavia. The scholarship is given annually in the memory of Stanley Johnson who was a charter member of Batavia Post 504 and the finance officer for 53 years. She plans to attend Grand Valley State University.
The Batavia American Legion Post 504 has elected its new officers for the years 2009-2010. The new officers will be inducted June 16. The new officers are: Robert Zeman, commander; John Nuckles Jr., senior vice commander; Dale Richard, vice commander; Irene Gaffney, adjutant; Brian Peters Sr., finance officer and service officer; Barton Lautz, chaplain; Major Thomas, sergeant-at-arms; and Don Nallenweg, public affairs officer.
NAMI: The National Alliance on Mental Illness for DeKalb, Kane-South, and Kendall Counties will hold a general meeting on Saturday, June 20, at the Behavioral Health Building in the Dunleavy-Walsh Conference Room (second floor) on the Provena Mercy Center Campus in Aurora. Coffee will be served at 9:30 a.m., and the speakers will begin at 10 a.m. The speakers are Gloria Mathewson from the Kendall County 708 Board and Jerry Murphy from the Kane South 708 Board. They will be speaking on the state of mental health in the counties that they represent. The general meeting is free and open to the public. The Behavioral Health Building is located at 1330 N. Lake St., Aurora. For information, call NAMIDKK at (630) 896-6264.
Batavia VFW: Batavia Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1197 will host a Father's Day Car Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 21 at the post home, 645 S. River St., Batavia. Admission is free for spectators, though donations are welcome.
Registration for the car show will be from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost for registration is $20. Pre-1983 American made vehicles only. There will be 101 trophies awarded at 3 p.m.
There will be a 50-50 raffle. Lunch will be served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Beverages will be available. Proceeds to benefit Batavia VFW Post 1197 associated charities and their programs.
On Friday, June 19, enjoy the "Surf and Turf" from 5 to 8 p.m. It includes potato, salad, roll with butter, dessert and coffee. Cost is $14 per person. For details, call (630) 879-9630.
Wayne Countryside Garden Club: Wayne Countryside Garden Club presents "Garden Walk 2009" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 27. Five gardens will be on the walk this year, varying from wooded lots, a property with unusual trees, pool and pond and cottage style gardens. Tickets are $15 the day of the walk at the first garden, 33W262 Ashley Lane in Wayne; or $12 in advance at Prestige Nursery, 28W761 Army Trail Road in Bartlett; Scentimental Gardens, 428 W. State St. in Geneva; Shady Hill Gardens, 42W075 Route 38 in Elburn; Blue Goose Supermarket, 300 S. Second St. and Heinz Brothers Nursery, 2010 E. Main St. in St. Charles; and Alltemp Fireplace Inc., 112 W. Lake St. in Bloomingdale.
Call (630) 497-0186 or e-mail wcgcinfo@gmail.com for additional information.
Campton Hills Rotary Club: A group of residents are forming a Campton Hills Rotary Club. They meet to discuss the creation of this organization at noon every Tuesday at Old Towne Pub, 40W290 LaFox Road in Campton Hills. Rotary is an international organization of business and professional persons united to provide humanitarian services, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and peace in the world. To learn more about Rotary, log onto www.rotary.org. Bill Paskey, a former Rotarian and Campton Hills' resident, is spearheading this organizational effort. A Rotary Club member will be available to speak about Rotary Club and answer your questions. If you have any questions about organizing the Campton Hills Rotary Club, e-mail Bill Paskey at bpaskey@ttssystems.com.
Sugar Grove Corn Boil Committee: The 2009 Sugar Grove Corn Boil hometown celebration is off to a good start with new bands and a new carnival, as well as free activities for kids and adults, and the fireworks display in the area, thanks to the Sugar Grove Lions Club. The Corn Boil Committee is working hard to keep the tradition of family fun and entertainment at family affordable prices. The festival will be July 24-26.
They need volunteers every year and this year is no exception. To volunteer in whatever way you can in this hometown event, call the Corn Boil hotline at (630) 466-5166 and leave your name and number and a volunteer will call you back.
Local business people have been extremely generous to the Sugar Grove Corn Boil but even they have limits. So if you can't volunteer to work for a few hours, maybe you would like to make a contribution to the fireworks. Local businesspeople and residents who have enjoyed past firework displays or who plan to come this year are invited to make any size donation they can afford. Donations can be sent to: The Sugar Grove Corn Boil, P.O. Box 225, Sugar Grove, IL 60554 and the checks should be made out to: The Sugar Grove Lions Club.
The nonprofit Corn Boil Committee donates everything, except seed money for the next year's event, back to local groups and organizations right here in Sugar Grove.
Sponsorship will be needed more than ever this year. Visit the Web site at www.sugargrovecornboil.org.