Downers Grove Submitted Content
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Norwegian National League offering scholarshipsJan 23, 2026 5:04 pm - The Norwegian National League of Chicago offers scholarships and cash prizes for students of Norwegian heritage in the Chicago area. Scholarships include $1,500 for business majors, $1,000 for high school seniors, and heritage awards for essay and art contests.
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Support Over Stigma mobilizes community for MLK Day of ServiceJan 21, 2026 8:27 pm - Support Over Stigma hosted an MLK Day of Service event where 48 volunteers assembled resources for veterans, first responders, and those facing food insecurity and homelessness.
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New Philharmonic celebrates eight decades of Broadway musical hitsJan 21, 2026 6:16 pm - New Philharmonic has added a third performance of "Broadway Through the Years" concerts on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 due to popular demand. The professional orchestra and guest artists will perform greatest hits from Broadway musicals over the past eight decades.
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Naper Settlement commemorates America’s 250th with flag raising, exhibits and eventsJan 21, 2026 11:39 am - Naperville Heritage Society kicks off year-long celebration of 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence. A commemorative America250 Flag was raised at Naper Settlement with remarks from the mayor, congressman, and veterans.
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DuPage Children’s Museum celebrating kindness at Community Cares eventJan 21, 2026 11:09 am - DuPage Children's Museum in Naperville invites families to participate in Community Cares on Jan. 24, a hands-on event where children can engage in playful projects that benefit local organizations and communities.
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College of DuPage awarded $4 million federal grant to expand aviation and drone programsJan 20, 2026 7:20 pm - College of DuPage was awarded a $4 million grant through the U.S. Department of Education’s Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education to support and expand its Aviation Management and Unmanned Aircraft Systems programs.
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Naperville Area Chamber hosts inaugural ‘Leaders of Impact’ brunchJan 20, 2026 5:26 pm - The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Inaugural Leaders of Impact Brunch, scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23, at The Abbington in Glen Ellyn.
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CODCON brings gaming and anime to College of DuPage April 17-19Jan 20, 2026 1:39 pm - The College of DuPage is hosting CODCON, a three-day gaming and anime event on April 17-19. It features role-playing, video games, tabletop games, cosplay, anime cafe, costume contests, and more.
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The Second City: Laugh Harder Not Smarter coming to The MAC on Valentine’s DayJan 19, 2026 5:12 pm - The Second City, a renowned comedy troupe, brings its touring show "Laugh Harder Not Smarter" to the McAninch Arts Center on Valentine's Day.
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Endeavor Health awards $8.1M to help partners meet increasing needJan 19, 2026 10:15 am - Endeavor Health in Evanston recently announced $8.1 million in Community Investment Fund (CIF) awards, including nine Capacity Builder awards to local organizations and partnerships in the Chicago area.