Downers Grove Submitted Content
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Summer meals campaign gets major boost with matching gift from Naperville businessJun 05, 2026 1:52 pm - Naperville-based john greene Real Estate commits $25,000 matching donation to West Suburban Community Pantry's Summer Meals campaign, doubling donor impact to provide nutritious food for local families struggling with rising grocery costs during summer months.
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Midwestern University honors graduates launching healthcare careersJun 05, 2026 1:40 pm - Midwestern University celebrated the graduation of 707 master’s and doctoral degree recipients during six commencement ceremonies held May 28-29 on the Downers Grove campus.
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Tour five Lisle area gardens at 24th annual Garden GaitJun 01, 2026 10:17 pm - The Lisle Woman's Club's 24th annual Garden Gait fundraiser on June 14 will showcase five residential gardens featuring native grasses, perennials, butterfly-attracting plants, and one with over 70 conifer varieties and over 20 Japanese maple types.
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DuPage Women’s Club awards scholarships to four Wheaton High seniorsMay 29, 2026 3:24 pm - Four Wheaton High School students received scholarships from DuPage Women's Club at their May 19 spring luncheon at Glendale Lakes Country Club, with two recipients attending the ceremony.
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American Wind Band presents ‘Nature’ concert June 7May 27, 2026 7:39 pm - The American Wind Band will perform a free “Nature” themed concert on June 7 on the lawn of American Legion Post 80 in Downers Grove, closing their 37th season with pieces like “Scenes from the Sierras” and “American Landscape No. 1.”
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Northern Illinois Pottery Tour expands to six towns, showcasing over 40 artistsMay 27, 2026 3:42 pm - The Northern Illinois Pottery Tour returns for its sixth year on June 6-7, featuring a free, self-guided tour across six towns including Elmhurst, Forest Park, Leland, Naperville, Sandwich, and West Chicago. Over 40 potters from three states will showcase functional pottery and sculptures at the various artist residences.
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Step into summer — and celebrate 65 years of service —with the 2026 AID Summer Stroll & RollMay 27, 2026 3:04 pm - The Association for Individual Development will host the annual Summer Stroll & Roll on Sunday, June 14 at Peck Farm Park in Geneva, featuring scenic trail walks, hot dogs, snacks, snow cones, and interactive games with mystery prizes. It takes place five days before AID's 65th anniversary on June 19, celebrating decades of providing services for individuals with developmental, behavioral, and crisis needs across the Chicago suburbs.
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Illinois Tree Climbing Championship and Arbor Fair coming to Naperville June 6-7May 27, 2026 11:45 am - The Illinois Arborist Association will host the 2026 Illinois Tree Climbing Championship and Arbor Fair on June 6-7 at Greene Valley Forest Preserve in Naperville, featuring professional arborists competing in events like aerial rescue, work climb, and speed climb.
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Democratic Women of DuPage County honors Pam Taylor at annual Tinker Harvey BrunchMay 26, 2026 11:33 pm - Democratic Women of DuPage County honored Pam Taylor with the annual Kathryn "Tinker" Harvey Leadership Award, recognizing her dedication to Democratic organizing and behind-the-scenes service in the county.
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Befriend a senior in Kane and DuPage with Little Brothers—Friends of the ElderlyMay 26, 2026 10:19 pm - Little Brothers–Friends of the Elderly is seeking volunteers in DuPage and Kane Counties to provide companionship to adults, 70 or older who are aging alone.