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LSSI’s True Friend benefit celebrates service and raises $300K for kids’ programs

By Chris James, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Nov 12, 2025 5:58 pm - LSSI celebrated its 44th annual True Friend Celebration, raising over $300,000 for children's programs including foster care, counseling, and support services. John and Liz Rudy of Downers Grove received the True Friend award for their decades of service, leadership, and support to LSSI and the community.
Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners to host tree ID expert Jack Shouba

By Penny McDowell, Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners
Nov 11, 2025 1:56 pm - The Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners November meeting will focus on winter tree identification presented by Jack Shouba, a renowned botanist, teacher, and photographer.
LIHEAP applications are now open for all income-eligible households

Submitted by Nicor Gas
Nov 07, 2025 1:37 pm - LIHEAP is a federally funded program that provides bill payment assistance to low- and fixed-income families during the winter heating season.
Kids Above All dinner honors leaders supporting children and families

Submitted by TMI Press
Nov 06, 2025 10:40 pm - Kids Above All is celebrating its 131st anniversary of building better lives for children and families impacted by poverty, violence, and injustice.
AgeGuide seeks community input on the needs of older adults and their caregivers

By Marla Fronczak, AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois CEO
Nov 04, 2025 2:58 pm - AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois is conducting a community needs assessment across eight counties to identify challenges facing those age 60 or older and their unpaid caregivers.
Fox River Valley Initiative to host affordable housing meeting Nov. 8

Submitted by Christine Regan
Nov 03, 2025 1:52 pm - On Saturday, Nov. 8, the Fox River Valley Initiative will meet to address lack of affordable housing in Kane and DuPage counties. It will include a tour of an integrated permanent supportive housing development on Elgin’s west side.
Join in Pumpkin Smash events around the suburbs

Submitted by SCARCE
Oct 30, 2025 12:08 am - The Pumpkin Smash is an annual effort to compost jack-o-lanterns and divert them from landfills by providing drop-off locations.
Kane County helps residents gear up for winter

By Julie Mann, Kane County Government
Oct 29, 2025 7:21 pm - The Kane County Health Department is hosting a free Winter Preparedness Workshop to help residents stay safe and healthy during the winter season.
Batavia Indoor Market season starts Nov. 1 at Sturdy Shelter Brewing

By Kristen Desler, Batavia MainStreet
Oct 21, 2025 5:54 pm - The Indoor Market season in Batavia begins on Nov. 1, running every Saturday until mid-May at Sturdy Shelter Brewing.Over 20 local vendors will offer fresh produce, meats, baked goods, and more, with new additions like North Sky Farm's organic cheese and Rosewood Farm's winter vegetables.
Expect road closures during Batavia’s annual Bat Fest Oct. 25

Submitted by Batavia Police Department
Oct 20, 2025 1:55 pm - During the Batavia MainStreet Bat Fest on Oct. 25, there will be temporary road closures and traffic interruptions in the downtown area, including a complete shutdown of West Wilson Street for a brief parade.

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