Batavia Submitted Content
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Learn about ecosystem restoration in public and private spacesSep 09, 2025 1:19 pm - Jack Pizzo, founder and principal of The Pizzo Group, will talk about “Nature Restored“ at the next Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners meeting on Sept. 16.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank announces initiatives for Hunger Action MonthSep 03, 2025 12:02 pm - This Hunger Action Month, Northern Illinois Food Bank aims to raise hunger awareness with a football fundraising competition, donut shop donation drive, volunteering opportunities, "Go Orange" day, and virtual food drives.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank and Second Harvest Heartland launch friendly rivalry with ‘Kickoff to End Hunger Challenge’Sep 03, 2025 10:58 am - Northern Illinois Food Bank and Second Harvest Heartland (Minnesota) have teamed up for a friendly competition to tackle hunger in their communities just in time for a new football season and Hunger Action Month.
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Pepper donations sought for Batavia food pantry fundraiserAug 25, 2025 11:10 pm - Gindo's Spice of Life and Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry collaborate for 3rd year to make hot sauce using donated peppers. Proceeds benefit the Food Pantry. They seek pepper donations from Sept. 9-Oct. 1.
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Batavia couple to receive award for creating inclusive Batavia Public Library programAug 20, 2025 11:19 pm - Ken and Terri Mate are receiving the Library Leader award from the Batavia Public Library for creating the Inclusion Game Night program that provides a welcoming space for individuals with disabilities to socialize and play games.
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Batavia’s Moose-a-Palooza brings back top acts to raise funds for Mooseheart childrenAug 18, 2025 12:06 pm - Batavia Moose Lodge's 8th annual music fest on Aug. 23 will feature bands like Jimmy Nick and Don’t Tell Mama, Jonny Lyons, Joliet Jakes, and Ivy Ford to support Mooseheart Child City and School.
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Kane County Health Department offers free Behavioral Health Interpreter TrainingAug 17, 2025 1:00 pm - The Kane County Health Department is hosting a free Behavioral Health Interpreter Training to improve communication for non-English speakers.
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Kane County hosts low-cost rabies vaccine and microchip clinic Aug. 23Aug 15, 2025 8:32 pm - Kane County Animal Control is offering low-cost, drive-through rabies vaccine and microchip clinics.
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League of Women Voters hosts immigration panel with legal and policy expertsAug 12, 2025 5:00 pm - Immigration attorneys and policy experts will participate in an Aug. 26 panel discussion on immigration law and enforcement practices, co-sponsored by local Leagues of Women Voters, AAUW Elgin, and Gail Borden Public Library.
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Community Foundation awards over $535k in grants to 40 area nonprofitsAug 12, 2025 4:06 pm - Local Fox River Valley nonprofits receive over $535,000 in grants from the Community Foundation to support critical work like food pantries, disability care, and historical preservation.