Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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A chance to shine: Actors with disabilities experience the joy, enrichment of theaterFeb 19, 2019 5:00 am - John Volk of Libertyville excels in math and science at school, but these days he's channeling his goofier side in his role as Gaston, the over-the-top suitor in Disney'...
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Dogs saved from South Korean meat farm find freedom, care in suburbsFeb 19, 2019 12:00 am - It didn't take long for Linda Latelle to bond with Ellen, a Maltese she will introduce to human affection, a haircut and eventually a home. Released from her crate after...
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Rosary High School to host Irish Pub Night March 1Feb 18, 2019 10:00 pm - Get ready for St. Patrick's Day at Pub Night featuring the Irish music of Switchback on Friday, March 1, at Rosary High School in Aurora. The evening includes entertainm...
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South Elgin animal shelter looking for military veteransFeb 18, 2019 12:00 am - If you're a military veteran and want to volunteer to help dogs - who in turn might help you - a South Elgin animal shelter is looking for you. The new military veterans...
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Advocate Children's Hospital patients going on surprise Cubs spring training tripFeb 18, 2019 12:00 am - Seven sets of parents received big news last month from officials at Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge: Their children, all undergoing treatment for serious ill...
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DaVita team donates $2,300 to Feed My Starving ChildrenFeb 17, 2019 10:00 pm - DaVita Kidney Care, a division of DaVita Inc., and a leading provider of kidney care services, announced a $2,300 contribution to Feed My Starving Children. DaVita Amita...
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Help train Comfort Dogs for Lutheran Church CharitiesFeb 17, 2019 10:00 pm - Becoming a K-9 Apprentice trainer for Lutheran Church Charities is a rewarding experience that helps bring mercy and compassion to those suffering and need through a tra...
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Aurora Public Library Foundation thanks generous volunteers and donorsFeb 14, 2019 10:00 pm - Valentine's Day is not just roses, cards and yummy chocolate. It is also about expressing love and appreciation to those around you. When you think of Valentine's Day, ...
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St. Charles first responders to take the plunge for charityFeb 14, 2019 10:00 pm - Members of the St. Charles police and fire departments will be "freezin' for a reason" as they go jump in a lake for the 2019 Polar Plunge. The event will begin at 1 p....
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Kindness reigns during Valentine's volunteer event in MedinahFeb 14, 2019 12:00 am - It was an afternoon of "being friendly, generous and considerate" to celebrate Valentine's Day on Thursday at Medinah Intermediate School, as all 205 students put into p...