Maple Park Lifestyle
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St. Charles church's free spaghetti dinner re-opens with drive-throughMay 29, 2020 6:00 am - When things got difficult for families during the recession a decade ago, area churches began offering free monthly meals on various nights. It lifted spirits, brought f...
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When you see a wildflower, thank an antMay 28, 2020 6:00 am - Ants have never made it to the “most loved insect” list. I venture to guess that the average Joe hates ants. While ants inside our homes means trouble, the presence of n...
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Hello Tokyo offers masks at cost to nonprofitsMay 28, 2020 1:00 am - NILES - Hello Tokyo, The only Daiso Japanese $2 discount store in the Midwest, is offering face masks at cost to nonprofit organizations and business that are struggling...
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Maryville Academy to host its first virtual fundraiser June 1-5May 26, 2020 11:00 pm - After postponing two of its fundraisers when the stay-at-home order was enforced in March, Maryville finds a creative way to raise money for the children and its life-ch...
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Elgin Valley Fox Trot goes virtualMay 26, 2020 11:00 pm - The Elgin Valley Fox Trot, now in its 43rd year, has been converted to a virtual event for 2020. What is the Elgin Valley Fox Trot Virtual Run? If you already registered...
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Bob Spence, Judge Elizabeth Flood, St. Charles car dealers team up for food driveMay 25, 2020 11:00 pm - The owner of two St. Charles car dealerships, Emir Abinion, announced that he is partnering with Bob Spence, candidate for Kane County State's Attorney, and Judge Elizab...
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The pen pal project: Geneva seniors and new friends revive lost art of letter writingMay 22, 2020 6:00 am - My 95-year-old mother was struggling to hear me on the phone, and it was apparent it was time to turn to the most direct and sincere method of communication. I started w...
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Find & Register for a NAMI Online Support GroupMay 20, 2020 11:00 pm - In light of the spreading COVID-19 and stay-at-home orders, NAMI in Illinois is hosting support groups via Zoom web conferencing for the foreseeable future. It's easy an...
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Illinois Jaycees to host 'Today We are One 5K Stronger' Virtual 5KMay 16, 2020 11:00 pm - Amid social distancing, the Illinois Jaycees are hosting their inaugural "Today We are One 5K Stronger" Virtual 5K. Being virtual, you can participate anywhere within th...
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The 2020 Census: Mental Health CountsMay 15, 2020 11:00 pm - Note: In light of the evolving public health situation due to COVID-19, the U.S. Census Bureau is taking steps to ensure that everybody in the U.S. is counted and that t...