Northwest suburban 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.
Barrington Library trustee: The Barrington Public Library District board of trustees is currently seeking to fill a vacancy on its board. The board will appoint a trustee to fill the position until the next election on April 5, 2011. Individuals interested in the appointment, are asked to submit a resume and letter of interest before Friday, Oct. 23, to resume@barringtonarealibrary.org or by mail to Administration, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL 60010. Interviews will be conducted by current board members.
Bikes for Needy Kids program: Through Nov. 24, Mikes Bike Shop, 155 N. Northwest Highway, Palatine. Unwanted bikes are taken in, cleaned and tuned up for donation to under privileged children. Donate that bike you haven't ridden in years. For information, (847) 358-0948.
Bingo Bus to Hines Hospital: Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Bartlett is forming groups to visit and play bingo with veterans at Hines Hospital in Maywood. If you would be interested in going once a month on a Saturday, call (630) 837-1166 for information.
Volunteers needed: Kenneth Young Center is seeking Vocational program volunteers; resale shop volunteers' a graphic person for special event materials; and Donor Perfect volunteers. For details visit kennethyoung.org.
Prescription drug discount card: The village of Hoffman Estates Department of Health and Human Services is offering free prescription drug discounts cards to Hoffman Estates residents through a program sponsored the National League of Cities. For information, (847) 781-4850; (888) 620-1749 or caremark.com/nlc.
Volunteers needed: Volunteers are needed to help with the holiday rush at the Hanover Township Astor Avenue Community Center in Hanover Park. Join the team and help with administrative duties, stocking shelves, client check-in and holiday applications. For information, (630) 540-9085.
Oct. 21
Revovation of Kylemore Greens Park: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, Cumberland Terrace Field House, 426 Warrington Road, Des Plaines. Des Plaines Park District hosts public meeting to discuss the renovation of Kylemore Greens Park and playground. (847) 391-5700.
Visual Imparied Support Group: Meets 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, Schaumburg Township Disability Services, 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Mary Watkins, rehabilitation counselor from the Bureau of Blind Services speaks about visual rehabilitation and the services they provide. RSVP to Bonnie Sargent, (847) 884-0030, ext. 2022.
Oct. 22
Blood Drive: 1:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, Schaumburg School District office, 524 E. Schaumburg Road, (847) 310-8977 or heartlandbc.org.
Blood drive: 1:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, School District 54 administration center, 524 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Anyone between the ages of 17-75, who wright at least 110 pounds can participate. For appointment, heartlandbc.org. (847) 310-8977.
Oct. 23
Halloween Costume Giveaway: 3:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Pick out a gently-used Halloween costume for free, thanks to the Junior Girl Scouts of Troop 358. To donate gently-used costumes, bring them to the event or contact Vidya Nahar, at (847) 537-4710. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Oct. 24
Dedication ceremony: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Northwest Highway and Hicks Road, Palatine. Dedication ceremony of Rita L. Mullins Volunteer Plaza in honor of Rita L. Mullis, who served as village clerk/mayor 1981-2009. Refreshments served. (847) 991-3118.
HIAS Chicago: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct. 24, St. Ansgar Church, 2040 Laurel Ave., Hanover Park. Citizens workshop provides free of charge eligibility verification, legal consultation, assistance in completing the N-400 citizenship application and information about citizenship classes. (312) 357-4666.
Life Changes Disabilities Expo: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Hanover Township Senior Center, 240 S. Route 59, Bartlett. Vendor booths, workshops keynote speaker.
Recycling event: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Susan H. Kenley-Rupnow Public Works Center, 2305 Pembroke Ave., Hoffman Estates. Household items including electronics, latex paint, compact fluorescent lamp and fluorescent light bulbs, DVDs, CDs, VHS video tapes, prescription drugs, more. For Hoffman Estates residents only. hoffmanestates.org/green.
Oct. 25
St. James blood drive: 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, Laramie Room at St. James, 820 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Fall blood drive in collaboration with LifeSource Blood Services. For appointment, (847) 543-3768.
Nov. 2
Village of Palatine Emergency Preparedness Training: Classes begin Monday, Nov 2, Emergency Operations Center at village hall, 200 E. Wood St., Palatine. Free 20 plus hour course is held over a two- three-week period. Learn how to prepare for any emergency and how to protect yourself and your family should one occur. Register at EMA@palatine.il.us. For information, palatine-ema.org.
Nov. 11
Mitten Tree Project: Monday, Nov. 9-Friday, Dec. 18, Des Plaines City Hall lobby, 1420 Miner St.; Prairie Lakes facility, 515 E. Thacker St; Des Plaines Public Library children's department, 1501 Ellinwood Road; First Bank, 678 Lee St.; Fifth Third Bank, 510 Metropolitan Way; Plaza Bank, 379 S. River Road; Des Plaines Frisbie Senior Center, 52 Northwest Highway; Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazaretyh, 310 N. River Road; and Science & Arts Academy, 1825 Miner St., all in Des Plaines. Donate new hats, gloves, mittens and scarves for individuals in the community who are in need. Adult and children sizes.
Nov. 13
Job Fair 2009: 1-4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, Spartan Events Center, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. For inforamtionelgin.edu/jobfair.