Glen Ellyn Lifestyle
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uBreakiFix challenges local communities to recycle e-waste by Earth DayMar 26, 2021 11:00 pm - This spring, Lynne Schwartz, owner of uBreakiFix electronics repair shop in Geneva and Wheaton, is joining a nationwide mission to raise awareness for the environmental ...
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COD Cares hosts 'Roll Up Your Sleeves' blood drive and Organ Donation Awareness Campaign April 12-30Mar 26, 2021 1:00 am - With many area hospitals having less than a two-day supply of blood available, COD Cares and Versiti Blood Centers of Illinois are teaming up to offer multiple drives th...
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Elmhurst school librarian turns another page adapting to pandemicMar 24, 2021 6:00 am - Lauren Blanford had finished reading the children's picture book “The Undefeated” when a student raised a hand. “Mrs. Blanford, what was that book about?” “It's about Bl...
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Glen Ellyn Food Pantry meets goal to raise $900,0000 for new homeMar 24, 2021 1:00 am - The Glen Ellyn Food Pantry has reached its $900,000 fundraising goal for a capital campaign to turn a former church parsonage into its new headquarters. A $50,000 matchi...
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Metropolitan Family Services DuPage honors Mike Skarr with Roger K. Johnson Leadership AwardMar 22, 2021 11:00 pm - Metropolitan Family Services DuPage will present its Roger K. Johnson Leadership Award to Mike Skarr at its 20th annual DuPage Gala May 7. The award is presented annuall...
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empowerHER to host Mother's Day luminaria display on Lake EllynMar 21, 2021 11:00 pm - Mother's Day can be an incredibly challenging time for women and girls who have lost their mothers, especially during a pandemic. This Mother's Day empowerHER's Lumin...
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Wheaton's St. Francis High School to host annual 'Ensuring Our Future' auction April 17Mar 21, 2021 11:00 pm - The annual St. Francis High School "Ensuring Our Future" virtual auction is scheduled for Saturday, April 17, to raise funds to support the Wheaton school's academic enh...
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Constable: 'Rock Your Socks' Down syndrome event celebrates inclusionMar 20, 2021 1:00 am - Last year's annual "Rock Your Socks" celebration for World Down Syndrome Day on March 21 was more socks and less rock for schools in Glen Ellyn School District 41. Pande...
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Misericordia Women's League Benefit Raises $725,000Mar 18, 2021 11:00 pm - The Misericordia Women's League's annual Heart of Gold benefit may have looked a bit different this year, but the fun and enthusiasm was felt across the country. With o...
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Search is on for Lombard's 2021 Man of the Year and Woman of the YearMar 17, 2021 11:00 pm - The Lombard Service League and the Lombard Rotary Club are seeking nominations for Lombard Woman of the Year and Lombard Man of the Year. Once again, the Service League...