Will County Lifestyle
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Aurora’s Orthodox churches bless Fox River for annual Epiphany traditionJan 15, 2025 12:22 pm - Braving freezing temperatures, Aurora's Orthodox congregations united to bless the Fox River's waters, honoring an ancient tradition recalling Christ's baptism and the revelation of the Holy Trinity.
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Pastor dreams of unity, justice in divided nationJan 15, 2025 12:03 am - The Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos reflects on how this year’s commemoration of MLK Day coincides with the inauguration of our 47th President. And he compares MLK's dream to God's vision for justice and mercy.
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Best Bets: New Elmhurst History Museum exhibit opensJan 13, 2025 3:06 pm - A new Elmhurst History Museum exhibition chronicles the transformation of the community, Martin Luther King Jr. tributes take place in Chicago, and Disney on Ice skates into Rosemont’s Allstate Arena next week.
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Our Saviour’s to host ‘Love, Justice & Joy’ event on MLK Jr. DayJan 10, 2025 7:10 pm - The Naperville church is hosting community event honoring Martin Luther King Jr., including crafts, music, and prayer walk to spread love and joy to seniors, foster kids, and neighbors.
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Take an exclusive tour of the Forest Preserve District's Urban Stream Research Center Jan. 11Jan 08, 2025 11:42 pm - See how Forest Preserve District ecologists expand mussel, crayfish and insect populations to boost declining aquatic habitats in special research center tours.
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Aurora Orthodox Christians to gather for river blessingJan 08, 2025 10:45 pm - Orthodox Aurora churches unite at Fox River Saturday for ancient Theophany ritual honoring Christ's baptism and blessing the water.
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Aurora church hosts community dinner and cold-weather care kit assemblyJan 08, 2025 12:54 pm - Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora is hosting a free dinner and family activities on Jan 15 and 29. They are seeking donations to assemble cold weather kits for homeless including gloves, hand warmers.
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Methodists to honor MLK’s legacy Jan. 19 at Downers Grove churchJan 07, 2025 6:25 pm - Methodists will honor Martin Luther King's memory with the Rev. Danita Anderson speaking on "The Unfinished Agenda."
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Caring for homeless pets: An inside look at DuPage County’s expanded animal shelterJan 01, 2025 5:00 am - DuPage County’s newly expanded animal shelter is open. Take a look inside, and you may not find what you’d expect at a government-run animal shelter.
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The year in birds: Conservation progress, remarkable sightings highlighted 2024Dec 31, 2024 6:00 am - Birding columnist Jeff Reiter takes a look back at the year in birds: Conservation progress and remarkable sightings highlighted 2024.