Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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The Literacy Connection celebrates 40th anniversary with free event on Sept. 26Sep 24, 2024 4:22 pm - To commemorate its 40th anniversary, the Literacy Connection will host a celebration and resource fair with community organizations onThursday, Sept. 26, at the Centre of Elgin’s Heritage Ballroom.
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Sign up for Batavia United Way’s annual Bat Race 5K/10KSep 23, 2024 11:06 pm - The Batavia United Way is taking registration for its 11th annual Bat Race 5K/10K on Saturday, Oct. 26. They are expecting over 700 runners from all over the Chicago area to be lacing up their running shoes to join in the spooky fun!
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St. Charles DAR Chapter celebrates Constitution Week Sept. 17-23Sep 20, 2024 9:09 pm - The Elias Kent Kane Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution urges residents to reflect on the United States Constitution during the annual observance.
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BrightSide Theatre to co-host blood drive with a visit from Count DraculaSep 20, 2024 8:39 pm - BrightSide Theatre, in honor of its season-opening production of the play “Dracula,” is co-sponsoring a blood drive with the Naperville Women’s Club and the Versiti Blood Center of Illinois on Saturday, Oct. 5.
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The Land Conservancy hosts Art of the Land Art Show fundraiser Sept. 27-28Sep 20, 2024 1:33 pm - Art of the Land Art Show fundraiser on Sept. 27-28 showcases art and the beauty of the McHenry County landscape. Advance tickets are available now.
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Follett Content ‘Educator Book Sale’ to back Dolly Parton Imagination LibrarySep 20, 2024 11:25 am - Follett Content will hold an “Educator Book Sale” on Saturday, Sept. 28 with proceeds supporting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library — United Way of Greater McHenry County Chapter.
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Glen Ellyn Chamber to host ‘Autumn Elegance’ fashion show Nov. 10Sep 19, 2024 11:14 pm - The Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual “Autumn Elegance” fashion show on Sunday, Nov. 10, at the Abbington Distinctive Banquets.
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Elmhurst’s Bethel UCC to host ReDeck the Halls and moreSep 19, 2024 9:46 pm - Bethel United Church of Christ in Elmhurst will host “ReDeck the Halls & More,” its annual holiday decor sale, on Oct. 11-12.
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Batavia Rotary hosts Trivia Night to End Polio Now, raising funds for vaccine campaignSep 19, 2024 9:24 pm - The Rotary Club of Batavia is hosting a “Trivia Night to End Polio Now” on Saturday, Oct. 19. This engaging evening promises fun, camaraderie, and most importantly, an opportunity to contribute toward eradicating polio worldwide
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Illinois State Treasurer’s Hispanic Heritage Month awards go to Aurora alderman and Elgin psychologistSep 19, 2024 9:04 pm - Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs recently presented awards to eight community leaders from throughout Illinois recognized as part of Hispanic Heritage Month.