Tri-Cities club briefs
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Kane County Genealogical Society: The Kane County Genealogical Society will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27 in the first-floor meeting room of the Geneva History Center, 113 S. Third St., Geneva. The topic for the evening will be "My Brick Walls." Breaking through genealogical brick walls often requires thinking outside of the box. Members and guests are invited to bring their genealogical research problems to share with the group for discussion. All are welcome to attend. For information, call (847) 697-1029 or visit www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ilkcgs.
Toastmaster Club: The Talk of the Town Batavia Toastmasters Club invites you to hone your public speaking, communications, and leadership skills in a friendly and supportive environment. The group meets from 7 to 8:15 a.m. Fridays at the Panera Bread, 154 W. Wilson St. in Batavia. For details, e-mail pjmcgold@yahoo.com.
Cub Scout Pack 152: Cub Scout Pack 152 of St. Charles will host its first event of the school year with a "Nosy Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt" from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29.
As part of the scavenger hunt, participants will be taking pictures of the objects, not collecting them. The event will start at 2001 Oak St, Unit A in St. Charles. Cub Scout signup and team selection will be at 10 a.m. followed by the two-hour hunt and lunch back at the starting point. There is a one-time $50 registration fee for each Scout for the year. It can be split up into two payments. It covers the enrollment fee; Boys Life magazine subscriptions; and insurance. In case of rain, they will meet at Charlestowne Mall by the carousel and have a shopping mall scavenger hunt instead - same times apply. For details, call Elaine at (630) 549-0366 or e-mail ilovemykidz6@comcast.net.
Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation: Mothers who are looking for a way to become involved in the community and meet other moms are invited to a new member open house for the Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation. The open house will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30 at a member's home. To RSVP and for details, e-mail bmcnewmember@yahoo.com or call (630) 748-1501.
This philanthropic organization is dedicated to helping children and families in Batavia and surrounding areas to succeed. The club began in 1934 when a group of young mothers decided to form a book study group. Over time, the group developed a community and philanthropic focus, which led to 501(c) 3 status. Throughout the year, members participate in activities including BatFest, Art in Your Eye, coat and food drives, and the Access Toy Drive, as well as the club's two largest fundraisers - the Autumn Arts & Crafts Show in October, and the Fox Trot in April. In addition to philanthropic and community events, the club also plans many recreational activities, with and without the kids.
Members are required to pay annual dues of $25, serve on a standing committee, participate in philanthropic and community relations activities, volunteer at each of our fundraisers, and attend monthly meetings. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month, September through May at the Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave. For details, visit www.bataviamothersclub.org.
Aurora Junior Woman's Club: The Aurora Junior Woman's Club invites women, age 18 and older, interested in becoming members to the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1 at Portillo's on Randall Road in Batavia. the all-American themed meeting will include dinner and collection of items for the troops. Those interested in attending should call Madelyn Weed at (630) 862-6450 or visit www.aurorajuniorwomansclub.org for information.
The Aurora Junior Woman's Club/Aurora Children's Dental Services is a nonprofit organization made up of women from throughout the Fox Valley and has been dedicated to serving the needs of local children for more than 50 years. Each year, the club stages a musical production to entertain the families of the Fox Valley - this year's musical will be "Sleeping Beauty." The profits from the performances go directly back to the community in the form of dental work for children who otherwise would not be able to afford the care. It also funds donations to school theater programs, Make-A-Wish programs and other local charitable endeavors.
Fox Valley Woodworkers Club: On Tuesday, Sept. 1, the Fox Valley Woodworkers Club will meet from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, 8 S. Lincoln Ave. in Batavia. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The club has been known as a gathering place for woodworking enthusiasts of all ages and levels of experience since 1984. Visitors are welcome to attend the general meetings on the first Tuesday of each month. For details, visit www.fvwwc.org.
Kane County Audubon Society: The Kane County Audubon Society invites the public to join them as they view the birds of Nelson Lake. Meet at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5 in the parking lot by the silo, which is on the west side of Nelson Lake Road about three-quarter mile south of Main Street and two miles west of Randall Road in Batavia. For details, call Terry Murray at (630) 896-3219.
The monthly meeting will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Peck Farm, Peck and Kaneville roads, about half-mile west of Randall Road in Geneva. This is the annual potluck dinner meeting where members and friends show their slides and photos. For details and what dish to bring, call Bob Andrini at (630) 584-8386. Visit www.kanecountyaudubon.org.
Alice Gustafson School PTO: The Alice Gustafson School PTO in Batavia is seeking sellers for its annual Gently Used Children's Clothing and Toy Resale from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11 and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 12. The sale features all-season infant through teen clothing, maternity wear, baby equipment and furniture, shoes, uniforms, sporting goods, costumes, books, games, videos and toys. Sellers will keep 60 percent of the sale price of their items. Interested sellers may register by e-mailing clothingsale@agspto.org or calling Mary at (630) 406-8556. Alice Gustafson School is at 905 Carlisle Road, west of Route 31 in Batavia. For information, e-mail clothingsale@agspto.org or call Margaret at (630) 406-0258.
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, Sept. 15. 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.
Timely Talkers: Timely Talkers Toastmasters Club will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays in September at Valley Community Bank at Clock Tower Plaza, 75 S. Randall Road, North Aurora. Sept. 23 will be a special grab-bag meeting and Sept. 30 will be a Speech-athon, open to all clubs. Timely Talkers Toastmasters Club of North Aurora invites all persons interested in improving their oral communication and leadership skills to attend the supportive group. It is a community club and all guests are welcome. For information, call Lynne Noren at (708) 609-4983 or e-mail info@timelytalkers.org.
St. Charles Mothers' Club: The St. Charles Mothers' Club invites all area women to attend its annual kickoff meeting for the 2009-2010 year. The event will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 on the second floor of McNally's, 201 E. Main St. in St. Charles. The event is free to new or prospective members, $10 for members, and includes appetizers and a cash bar. For more information about the kickoff or membership, contact (630) 217-MOMS or stcharlesmothersclub.org.
The St. Charles Mothers' Club is a nonprofit organization which meets on the third Monday of every month usually at 7:30 p.m. Meeting locations vary so call (630) 217-MOMS or check the St. Charles Mothers' Club Web site (www.stcharlesmothersclub.org) for meeting locations. In addition to the monthly meetings, the club offers other programs including playgroup, a book club, and mom's nights out.
The St. Charles Mothers' Club was founded in 1924 by Dr. Edith Lowry to help new mothers in the community and has a long-standing tradition of providing support and services to families and children. The club holds fundraisers throughout the year to support the local community. For the 2008-09 year, the club raised $5,000 in scholarships for women in need and $6,000 for local charities and organizations including: Embrace a Family, Fox Valley Special Recreation Association, Two Women For Women, Moms in School, Norma Award, Boys & Girls Club of Elgin, Breakfast Bar Program, Royal Family Kids Camp, and Hosanna! Lutheran Church. The club also provides gifts at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter to local families in need.
Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation: The Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation is holding a 50/50 raffle, in conjunction with its 24th annual Autumn Arts and Craft Show. The drawing will be held Oct. 17 at the Craft Show held at Rotolo Middle School. You do not have to be present to win. Only 100 tickets are being sold. Tickets are $20 each. Every 10th ticket pulled wins a mystery prize. The last ticket drawn wins half the money raised in the 50/50 raffle. The Autumn Arts and Crafts Show is the Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation's largest fundraiser. Proceeds go to organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for children in the Fox Valley area. The club expects to sell out before the show, so don't delay if you are interested. Contact Tammi Grosbeck by phone at (630) 222-0407 or e-mail to ttracyg@yahoo.com; put Raffle in subject line.
Fox Valley Divorce Support Group: The Fox Valley Divorce Support Group meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the Infusion Tea Shoppe, 205 W. State in Geneva. New members should come at 6:45 p.m. The meeting is free and open to all. The Fox Valley Divorce Support Group provides help and information to those in all stages of the divorce process and is open to people of all faiths. Besides providing information through guest speakers, the group offers fellowship and emotional support. David and Judy Janis are the group's facilitators. Their own experiences of unsought divorces have enabled them to offer help and counsel to others who are going through the pain and challenges of divorce. For details, visit www.foxvalleydivorcesupport.org or call (630) 208-1724.
Campton Hills Rotary Club: Campton Hills Rotary Club meets 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. If you have any questions, e-mail Bill Paskey at bpaskey@ttssystems.com.