Cook County Submitted Content
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Help U-46 develop its long-term strategic vision at four planning sessionsOct 16, 2024 4:07 pm - Elgin Area School District U-46 is creating a roadmap for its future by partnering with Performance Fact to develop a comprehensive, long-range strategic plan.
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Monthly Dementia Caregiver Support Group starts Nov. 12Oct 15, 2024 7:44 pm - The Atrium at Oak Crest, 204 S. State St. in Elgin, will host a monthly dementia caregiver support group on the second Tuesday of every month starting Nov. 12
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‘Hanover Haunts’ comes to Izaak Walton Reserve on Oct. 18Oct 15, 2024 7:20 pm - The Hanover Township Department of Youth & Family Services will host “Hanover Haunts” on Friday, Oct. 18.
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Six new volunteers join CASA Lake County to advocate for the best interest of children in foster careOct 14, 2024 3:22 pm - Six new volunteers completed their training to become Court Appointed Special Advocates and help advocate for the best interest of children in foster care.
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Hoffman-Schaumburg Knights of Columbus take to the streetsOct 14, 2024 3:05 pm - Each year, the Hoffman Schaumburg Council 6964 of the Knights of Columbus stands on street corners or outside of stores collecting donations and handing out Tootsie Rolls to raise money for people with intellectual disabilities.
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Lutheran Home partners with the Alzheimer’s Association to host educational eventsOct 14, 2024 2:57 pm - Lutheran Home is hosting two complimentary workshops presented by the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter and open to the public, covering the essential topics of understanding Alzheimer’s, effective support strategies and the latest research advancements.
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Hey Nonny announces Songwriting Contest winnersOct 14, 2024 2:51 pm - The biggest songwriting contest in Illinois recently crowned a new winner: Holly Beemer of Gurnee walked away with the top prize in the third annual Hey Nonny Songwriting Contest.
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Elgin Rotary members helping food pantry in MexicoOct 14, 2024 10:45 am - The Elgin Breakfast Rotary is seeking donations from local businesses and Individuals to purchase a refrigeration unit for a food pantry in Lake Chapala, Mexico.
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Little Brothers — Friends of the Elderly offers life-changing friendship for older adults in DuPage and Kane countiesOct 11, 2024 5:45 pm - In DuPage and Kane counties, Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly is meeting older adults where they are every day by promoting friendships and positive connections between volunteers and older adults.
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CASA Kane County seeking 50 new volunteers to advocate for children in foster careOct 11, 2024 4:39 pm - In 2023, CASA Kane County advocated for 663 children, the largest number in its 35-year history. However, the need continues to grow, and they are seeking 50 additional CASA/GAL volunteers to meet the increasing demand.