Downers Grove Submitted Content
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Illinois Extension contributes to vaccination awareness effort in stateJul 15, 2021 11:00 pm - There are many factors that influence whether an individual chooses to be vaccinated. A lack of reliable information can create vaccine hesitancy, particularly in rural ...
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Extension workshop July 21 covers the basics of preserving food safelyJul 15, 2021 11:00 pm - Food preservation is centuries old and has many benefits, but be sure you understand the equipment, space, time, and skills needed before you begin. There are many consi...
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Leaders & Legacies: Dan and Ada Rice, philanthropists, business people, thoroughbred racehorse breedersJul 15, 2021 6:00 am - Leaders & Legacies: Stories of Local Impact is an ongoing series brought to you in partnership by the Daily Herald and the Legacy Society of DuPage Foundation. It highli...
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Chamber's Shop Pride helps LGBTQ+ businesses recover from pandemicJul 14, 2021 11:00 pm - The LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois has announced the official launch of the Shop Pride program designed to encourage Illinois residents to support local LGBTQ+ own...
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ICNA Relief Chicago to distribute halal meat and backpacksJul 14, 2021 11:00 pm - ICNA Relief Chicago, the local chapter of the national nonprofit, has so far distributed over 200,000 pounds of food, serving over 25,000 individuals in need in the Chic...
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Naperville Special Olympics Illinois athlete to be honored at Chicago Ducky Derby Aug. 5Jul 14, 2021 11:00 pm - On Thursday, Aug. 5, at 1 p.m., 65,000 rubber ducks will splash into the Chicago River off the Columbus Bridge for the 2021 Chicago Ducky Derby to benefit Special Olympi...
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4th annual Five-0 Competition to raise money for Special Olympics July 24Jul 14, 2021 11:00 pm - Active and retired law enforcement officers from across the state will compete in the season's largest Team Demolition Derby on Saturday, July 24, at the Dirty-O, 3200 S...
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Extension educator offers tips on irrigating gardens to beat summer heatJul 14, 2021 11:00 pm - As the air conditioners crank up this summer, so do the watering needs of the garden. Watering is one the simplest and most routine gardening tasks, but there are ways t...
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Sign up for BBQ Bolt Run/Walk Aug. 28 in Downers GroveJul 14, 2021 11:00 pm - The Downers Grove Park District will host the third annual BBQ Bolt Run/Walk at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 28. Starting and finishing at McCollum Park in Downers Grove, the ...
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Naper Golf Course to honor Glen Ekey July 20Jul 13, 2021 11:00 pm - On Tuesday, July 20, the Naperville Park District invites the community to attend a brief ceremony and unveiling of a plaque to honor the late Glen Ekey, past executive ...