Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Men in red: A look back at some well-known ‘Santas’ in the Tri-CitiesDec 04, 2024 2:39 pm - Many Tri-Cities residents have been known for portraying Santa in the community over the years. As the holidays kick into high gear, it’s a good time to reflect on a few names that became as famous around here as Santa himself.
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West Dundee church to host Dec. 14 Cookie WalkDec 04, 2024 12:54 pm - First Congregational Church of Dundee will host its Cookie Walk on Saturday, Dec. 14. They will be selling homemade, decorated cookies, pretzels, bars, barks, candies and other holiday sweet treats by the pound.
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Elgin Fire Department collecting winter outerwear for adults in needDec 04, 2024 8:01 am - The Elgin Fire Department is collecting winter outerwear to support the Community Crisis Center’s effort to provide warm clothing for adults in need.
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Maine East student organizations to host fundraising gala Dec. 5Dec 03, 2024 7:33 pm - Maine East High School’s Muslim Student Association and National Honor Society are coming together with the Success Seekers organization to host a fundraising gala on Thursday, Dec. 5.
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Quilting Ministry celebrated at Elgin’s Holy Trinity LutheranDec 03, 2024 11:16 am - Members prepare material, cut into squares, sew, and finish. Then
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Spin Doctor Cyclewerks to host ‘Paws & Cycling Claus’ Dec. 9Dec 02, 2024 8:18 pm - Join “Paws & Cyclin’ Claus: A Cycling Holiday Photo Opportunity with Santa,” a festive event at Spin Doctor Cyclewerks.
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Take Barbie and Lego for a train ride next week during Metra toy driveDec 02, 2024 5:58 pm - Stuffies, race cars, Barbies and more are all welcomed next week at Metra’s Toys for Tots drive.
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Dickens in Dundee to feature tree lightings, parade, living window displaysDec 02, 2024 12:31 pm - Kick off the Christmas season with Dickens in Dundee, now in its 37th year. The annual festival begins on Friday, Dec. 6, with tree lighting ceremonies in both villages.
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Dundee Township Lions kick off annual Christmas Tree Sale with help from the communityDec 01, 2024 11:29 pm - Scouts, friends, first responders and neighbors came out to help the Dundee Township Lions Club members unload over 200 Christmas trees on Saturday, Nov. 23, at Grafelman Park in West Dundee for the annual Christmas tree sale.
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Christmastime at Fine Line featuring gift items by over 60 artists opens Dec. 5Dec 01, 2024 10:43 pm - The Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles will once again open its doors for “Christmastime at the Fine Line,” the annual artisan gift sale, on Thursday, Dec. 5.