Glen Ellyn Lifestyle
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GPS author to speak on encouraging autonomy while maintaining boundariesNov 21, 2024 12:02 am - The GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present “Balanced & Steady Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Independent Kids” with psychologist and author Emily Edlynn.
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Giving thanks for birds and birding in generalNov 18, 2024 12:11 pm - Birds give us so much, enriching our lives almost every day when we take time to notice. This is my Thankful List, and just like any other list involving birds, it’s sure to grow.
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Seeing the whole learner: Fourth-grade teacher pours passion into helping her students growNov 12, 2024 6:30 am - From squid dissection day to providing students with consistency and routines, Forest Glen fourth-grade teacher Jorie Dragas was recently recognized as the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce’s educator of the year for her commitment to her students’ educational growth.
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You may see more coyotes this time of year. Here’s why and what you should doNov 09, 2024 1:15 pm - Suburban residents may see more coyotes between now and February as the young leave their parents to find mates and stake out their own territories.
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Brave the elements and bike in all types of weatherNov 07, 2024 6:35 am - Inevitable inclement weather doesn’t necessarily mean hanging up your wheels until spring. Sunday mornings through March finds various bike club members and guests in their third season of “Braver Than the Elements” at Lisle’s Morton Arboretum.
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GPS author to explain how to limit the negative effects of social mediaNov 04, 2024 9:43 pm - On Thursday, Nov. 14, the GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Teens and How to Limit Its Impact” with author Kara Alaimo.
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2024 Veterans Day ceremonies, concerts across the suburbsNov 04, 2024 9:08 am - Communities across the suburbs will observe Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11, with ceremonies and concerts. Here are some of the events planned in the suburbs in honor of the men and women who have served in the United States armed forces:
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Faith in Place presents tree grant opportunity for underserved communities across Illinois, Indiana and WisconsinNov 01, 2024 11:23 pm - Faith in Place, a multifaith-led environmental nonprofit organization, recently announced a significant funding opportunity for community organizations and houses of worship located in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin.
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Glen Ellyn church to host ‘Surviving the Holidays’ programOct 22, 2024 7:28 pm - The holidays are difficult for persons who have lost a spouse, child, parent, sibling, or dear friend. There’s loneliness, the loss of holiday traditions, and delicate questions asked around the dinner table.
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Trick-or-treat times in the suburbsOct 18, 2024 8:21 pm - Happy Halloween! Here’s a list of trick-or-treating hours throughout the suburbs.