Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Vernon Hills man leaves family for two-year Peace Corps tour in LesothoJun 21, 2013 12:00 am - Travis Wohlrab will miss watching his favorite Chicago sports teams. He will miss burritos from his favorite restaurant. And, of course, he'll miss family and friends. B...
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Garage sale fundraiser Saturday in Buffalo GroveJun 20, 2013 5:09 pm - Vernon Township will hold a community garage sale from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at the Prairie View Metra Station, 2701 Main St., Buffalo Grove. The sale raises...
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Hall of Famer Billy Casper to visit Golf for Kids outing in AuroraJun 20, 2013 1:00 pm - Long before he became globally famous as one of the top golfers of his generation, Billy Casper was a typical teenager looking to find his way — and make a little money ...
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Little Friends’ ‘Step Up’ event benefits autism centerJun 20, 2013 9:00 am - Steph Nowak doesn’t know who she would be without her brother Tyler, but she knows for certain she would be different. Without him showing her the way, she might not loo...
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These awards matter to Maryville Academy kidsJun 20, 2013 5:30 am - By the time suburban kids reach their teen years, many have accumulated more trophies, ribbons, medals, plaques, certificates and bobbleheads than they have room for on ...
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Lisle garden walk showcases private yards and landscaping trendsJun 20, 2013 12:00 am - With cool temperatures and gentle, penetrating rains at the end of many days, gardeners are as happy as kids in a candy store this year. Even non-gardeners could appreci...
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Celebrate the solstice with wine benefit for Schaumburg Park Dist. FoundationJun 19, 2013 1:18 pm - Wineries, breweries and food vendors will once again fill Spring Valley Nature Center in honor of the summer solstice. Schaumburg Park Foundation’s Solstice Hop and Vine...
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Maine West to host festival benefiting athletic programsJun 19, 2013 12:14 pm - The Maine West athletic boosters will host their third annual West Fest this Thursday, June 20, through Sunday, June 23, to benefit the school’s athletic programs. Enter...
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Food pantry donations taken at Bartlett paradeJun 18, 2013 6:13 pm - Hanover Township and the Bartlett Chamber of Commerce will collect donations for the Township Food Pantry during the Bartlett Independence Day parade, at 1 p.m. on Sunda...
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Pirate Boosters raised money for Palatine High School’s new marqueeJun 17, 2013 5:49 pm - Palatine High School now can display its events, accomplishments, and news on a new marquee located in front of the building, thanks to numerous fundraising efforts by t...