Category: Fundraiser

Starfish Animal Rescue: Adoption event, fundraiser

Starfish Animal Rescue will hold an animal adoption event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. “Pizza, Pinot and Paws!” will be hosted by Portofina Trattoria, 40W188 Campton Crossings Dr. in St. Charles. Animals available for adoption may be viewed. Information and applications for cat and dog adoptions...

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Guest bartender at Wyckwood House for a good cause Dec. 7

A special guest will be behind the bar at Wyckwood House, 80 S. River Street in downtown Aurora, Saturday, Dec. 7 evening. Marissa Amoni, of Aurora, from Marissa Bright PR, Boss Babes, Alley Art Festival, and more will take a bartending shift from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.. “We’re thrilled...

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Aurora Public Library Winter Gala Dec. 7

The Aurora Public Library Foundation Annual Winter Gala will be held at Society 57, 100 S River Street, Aurora Saturday, Dec. 7. Guests will enjoy a delicious holiday buffet dinner, have the opportunity to bid on more than 50 unique experiences in our online auction, and enjoy the soothing music...

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Diabetes Club to hold Portillo’s fundraiser Nov. 19

By Russ George Help the Diabetes Club of For Valley raise funds to fight diabetes Tuesday, Nov. 19, by eating at Portillo’s, 531 N. Randall Road, in Batavia, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.. DCFV’s fundraising chairperson, Jenny McCain, has arranged for our Diabetes Club to receive 20% of an...

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Veterans Luncheon at Plano Church Nov. 11

Veterans and their families including active military in the Plano area are welcome to come to a soup, sandwich, and dessert luncheon at the Plano Methodist Church, 219 N. Hale Street in Plano. There will be soup, sandwiches, breads, and desserts at the luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m....

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Sandwich VFW Turkey Dinner Nov. 2

The Sandwich VFW Post #1486, 713 S. Main Street, will sponsor a turkey dinner Saturday, Nov. 2, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.. Donations for the dinner are $14 for turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing, veggies, dinner roll, and dessert. The dinner is dine in or drive-thru with funds...

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Naperville Park Police need Donations, Toys for Tots

The Naperville Park District’s Park Police invites the community to contribute new, unwrapped toys for the 2024 DuPage County Toys for Tots program, hosted by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Toys will be collected at six Naperville Park District locations now through Saturday, Dec. 14. The Naperville Park District collected...

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Mutual Ground’s Colors of Hope Oct. 18

Mutual Ground’s Colors of Hope Gala will be Friday, Oct. 18 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Hotel Arista in Naperville. It will be for an unforgettable of celebration and hope, as we come together to make a difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence, sexual...

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Hanson encourages residents to donate to diaper drive

State representative Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, will be a partner with the Fox Valley United Way and area libraries for a diaper drive through October, which will help stock pantries and assist families in need. “This drive is an opportunity for residents to help make a difference by helping families take...

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Yorkville Congregational seeks donations for Rummage Sale

Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville, will hold its rummage and bake sale Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26. Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted at the church Sunday, Oct. 20 from noon to 5 p.m., Monday, Oct. 21...

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Fill the Bowls fundraiser Nov. 3

A citywide culinary experience will feature more than 25 talented chefs serving a variety of savory bites and sweet treats Sunday, Nov. 3, from noon to 3 p.m. at Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N Broadway, Aurora. Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry proudly celebrates the 10th anniversary of this beloved annual event,...

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Fall craft fair at Wesley Methodist Oct. 19

Handmade items, jewelry, and sweet treats will highlight a fall craft fair Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission is $2. Parking is free. Vendors are invited to rent a table for...

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Wesley United Methodist Church drive-thru barbecue Oct. 22

Barbecue chicken and pork chop dinners will be on the menu at a drive-thru 5Bs Barbecue from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22 in the Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora parking lot, 14 N. May Street, Aurora. The public is invited. Proceeds will support church ministries. Dinner...

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Empty Bowls Fundraiser in Batavia Oct. 12

The Chicago Woodturners and the Windy City Woodturners invite everyone to join them Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Boardwalk Shops of Batavia, at the intersection of Wilson St. and IL Rt. 25 in beautiful downtown Batavia. Volunteer members of both woodturning clubs will sell...

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East Aurora Football Old Timers 79th annual dinner

The East High Football Old Timers Association 79th Annual Dinner will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at Lincoln Inn Banquets, 1345 S. Batavia Avenue (Route 31) Batavia. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. and will cost $35 per person. The Old Timers Committee will induct the...

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Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest Oct. 5

The Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest will take place Saturday, Oct. 5 Mount Saint Mary Park, St. Charles. The 5K is a twist on the traditional 5K! Awarded Top 100 Races in America by BibRave, the 5K is timed and the course is certified. The 5K will start at...

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Kathryn J. Thompson Walking For Hope 5K

The sixth annual Walking for Hope 5K will take place Saturday, Oct. 5, from 7 a.m. to noon at Wilder Park, 350 N. River Street, Aurora. Founded in honor of Kathryn J. Thompson, Kathryn J. Thompson Charities Inc.’s primary focus is to love and support all individuals, particularly those affected...

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Yorkville Used Book Sale Labor Day weekend

The 15th annual Used Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Yorkville Library, 902 Game Farm Road will be the coming weekend. All books will be $1; children’s paperbacks and board books will be $.50. The sale will be held over Labor Day weekend during Home Town Days. The...

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Rotary Club of Batavia holds Corvette Raffle

The Rotary Club of Batavia proudly announces its 36th Annual Corvette Raffle, offering participants the opportunity to win either $50,000 in cash or a brand-new 2025 Corvette 1LT. This year’s raffle promises excitement with only 1,200 tickets available for purchase at $100 each, which provides ticket holders not only a...

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