Algonquin Lifestyle
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Local adults need help learning English and improving their reading skillsJan 11, 2018 10:00 pm - The Literacy Connection is offering a Volunteer Tutor Training from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 16, 18, 29 and 31, at the Gail Borden Public Library, 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin. The...
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Foundation grants available for eligible high school senior womenJan 10, 2018 10:00 pm - The Gamma Xi Chapter Foundation for Educational Pursuits announces recruitment grant monies available to high school senior women who intend to prepare for a career in t...
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After 13 years, Operation Sweettooth still sending care packages to troopsJan 09, 2018 10:00 pm - When Diane and Roger Ahrens started Operation Sweettooth in 2004, they thought they would be sending cookies to U. S. military men and women only a few years. The war in...
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ChildServ receives $69,240 in holiday donations for children at riskJan 09, 2018 10:00 pm - ChildServ, a nonprofit dedicated to building better lives for children, received donations totaling $69,240 for its annual Holiday Gift Drive, providing toys, books and ...
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McHenry County Salvation Army raises $217,000 in Red Kettle CampaignJan 08, 2018 10:00 pm - Christmas Toyland was abuzz with activity last month while 423 registered families were escorted by friendly volunteers in picking out toys, games, and clothing for 1,01...
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Join Voices in Harmony rehearsals for spring seasonJan 07, 2018 10:00 pm - Join Voices in Harmony for their spring concert season. All are welcome to join this community choir celebrating its 31st season with the theme, "Community Rising." ...
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Kane County Cougars Foundation releases annual 'Report to the Community' for 2017Jan 06, 2018 12:00 am - The Kane County Cougars Foundation Inc. recently presented the third annual "Report to the Community," detailing the charitable outreach completed in 2017. The report li...
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St. Charles East graduate poses for firefighter calendarJan 02, 2018 10:00 pm - Jordan Stallman knew things were a little different in South Carolina than they were in St. Charles - at least in terms of the number of stray animals running around. Th...
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Helping those in need at Christmas - and throughout the yearDec 25, 2017 5:00 am - It's Christmas and across the suburbs children woke this morning to find their wishes had come true - new tech, books and toys, music, art supplies, sports gear, clothes...
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$150 for a family facing medical debtDec 25, 2017 12:00 am - Today's recipient of $150 through the Believe Project wants to help a family facing steep medical expenses. Through the contribution of an additional donor, the Believe ...