Carpentersville 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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Elgin Vineyard to host bake sale benefit for Colombia mission tripJan 09, 2018 10:00 pm - Vineyard Church of Elgin will host a bake sale fundraiser this Sunday, Jan. 14, to help offset the cost of a mission trip next month to Medellin, Colombia. This will be...
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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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Join Elgin Knights' 20th annual Chili for Charity Cook-offJan 08, 2018 10:00 pm - The Elgin Knights of Columbus, Monsignor Henry Schryer Council 654 will be hosting their annual Chili for Charity Cook-Off and Dinner from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. ...
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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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Elgin Knights of Columbus donate funds for ultrasound machineJan 08, 2018 10:00 pm - The Elgin Knights of Columbus, Monsignor Henry Schryer Council 654 recently donated funds to TLC Pregnancy Services in Elgin. "We're grateful to the Knights of Columbus...
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HE Parks Offers Free Taste of PreschoolJan 08, 2018 10:00 pm - Parents with children from age 27 months to 4 years old are invited to explore options for preschool for the 2018-2019 school year. The Hoffman Estates Park District (HE...
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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." ...