Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Donate winter clothes, help veteransNov 19, 2017 12:00 am - The Lincolnshire Police Department is collecting winter clothing and gear for a nonprofit group called the Midwest Veterans Closet. New or gently used coats, boots, glov...
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Des Plaines Legion, Sam's Club give away Thanksgiving feastsNov 19, 2017 12:00 am - Turkey dinners are something many families take for granted on Thanksgiving. But not all families can afford to put a turkey on the table, and are even left scrambling t...
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Keep Brandenburg Road beautifulNov 19, 2017 12:00 am - An Adopt-a-Road volunteer day will be 9 to 10:30 Wednesday, Nov. 22, at the Volo Bog State Natural Area in Ingleside. Volunteers can burn calories before the big turkey...
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Arlington Heights firefighters host coat, toy driveNov 19, 2017 12:00 am - Arlington Heights firefighters are collecting coats and toys for needy children through Dec. 15. New and gently used coats and new toys are being accepted at all four fi...
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Rolling Meadows High craft fair offers decorative coasters, pillows, moreNov 18, 2017 12:00 am - Painted coasters, homemade winter hats and decorative pillows were just a few of the products for sale Saturday at a craft fair in Rolling Meadows. More than 100 vendors...
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Harper renames building Duchossois Family Educational CenterNov 17, 2017 12:00 am - Kim Duchossois believes in the power of lifelong learning. And over the past few years, she has become a valued donor to Harper College and an ambassador on behalf of Ha...
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Countryside firefighters providing Thanksgiving dinner for needy familiesNov 17, 2017 12:00 am - Members of the Countryside Firefighters Association shopped for Thanksgiving dinner fixings at Mariano's Fresh Market in Vernon Hills on Friday as part of an annual trad...
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Golden Corral celebrates Military Appreciation Night on Veterans DayNov 16, 2017 10:00 pm - Over the past 16 years, The Golden Corral honors veterans and active military members with a free Veterans Day meal. Since 2001, they have provided the free buffet to mo...
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Santa's Fun Fest Dec. 2 to benefit free dental care for youthNov 16, 2017 10:00 pm - Children of all ages are invited to kick off the Christmas season at "Santa's Fun Fest" from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, at the Montgomery Memorial VFW Post 7452...
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Marmion's Christmas Craft & Home Show returns Nov. 24Nov 16, 2017 10:00 pm - The Marmion Alumni Association is hosting the 27th annual Marmion Christmas Craft & Home Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov....