Girl Scouts dish pancakes
Megan Nelson of Aurora, second from right, and Girl Scout D’andra Nelson-Teague, right, serve pancakes at the breakfast fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 15.
Nicor Gas commitment will help Habitat
Nicor Gas has made a two-year, $100,000 commitment to two Habitat for Humanity affiliates to support construction of new homes for families in the DuPage and Fox Valley areas. Nicor Gas employees will volunteer their personal time to aid building efforts at Habitat for Humanity locations across the State throughout
Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora to raise awareness March 7
By Russ George The members of the Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora “The Club That Fights Diabetes” will be at the Fox Valley Ice Arena, Geneva, for a Chicago Steel game of ice hockey at 7:05 p.m., Saturday, March 7 against the Dubuque Fighting Saints. The Steel minor league team is
Winter gear drive on
North Aurora Dental Associates, 100 N. Lincolnway, is collecting Winter gear for residents of Hesed House homeless shelter in Aurora. The public is invited to donate new or gently-used coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and socks. Donors will receive treatment discounts. A coat donation will earn a five percent discount, accessories
Corned beef and cabbage in Batavia March 13
Everyone can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and help benefit the Batavia Retired Volunteer Program (RSVP) at the ShamRock and Roll from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, March 13, at East Side Community Center, Shannon Hall, 14 North Van Buren Street, Batavia, There will be a corned beef and cabbage
Polar Plunge in Yorkville March 1
The Polar Plunge, presented by Law Enforcement Torch Run and GEICO, is a unique opportunity to support Special Olympics athletes by taking a flying leap into the frigid waters from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 1 at Loon Lake, 13608 Fox Road in Yorkville. Participants must raise $100
Pet Pantry at Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry
When our neighbors fall on hard times, they often must make the difficult decision to give up their pets. Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry is set to launch a Pet Pantry where pet owners can obtain dog and cat food for their beloved pets Wednesday, Feb. 12. The Pet Pantry will
Sugar Grove Library: Have a Heart
The Little Free Pantry at the Sugar Grove Public Library is asking for donations as part of their “Have a Heart” Valentine’s Day food drive. “We have noticed a significant increase in usage as patrons may be experiencing financial challenges if they work seasonally, work slowdowns after holidays, extra bills,
Plano Legion Post 395 breakfast Sunday
The Sons of the American Legion of Plano Post 395 will be host to its all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 16. Menu items will include scrambled eggs, egg casserole, potatoes, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles, and made-to-order omelets. The breakfast will be
Annual pancake breakfast fundraiser for East Aurora High School Band Boosters February 15
East Aurora High School Band Boosters will hold its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, in the school cafeteria, 500 Tomcat Lane. The public is invited. Parking is free. Tickets are $5 in advance or $6 at the door, enter door 15. Tickets
Pizza and pasta fundraiser by Aurora Noon Lions February 25
An all-you-can-eat pizza and pasta dinner fundraiser will be held by the Aurora Noon Lions Club from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, at Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center, 732 Prairie Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Parking is free. Donations are $8 for adults, $6 for
LUNAFEST in Oswego fundraising film festival Saturday
Awards season may be just around the corner for the major Hollywood blockbusters, but for the best indie short films from award-winning women directors, tickets are on sale for LUNAFEST Oswego Saturday, Feb. 8. The Oswego Cultural Arts Commission celebrates women in the arts with the return of LUNAFEST, a
Batavia Public Library host site for Prom Dress Giveaway March 21
The Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Avenue, Batavia, will be host to CHIP IN (Community Helpers Impacting People in Need) Batavia’s seventh annual Prom Dress Giveaway from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 21. There will be hundreds of dresses on display, along with private changing areas, and
Elgin Walk-a-Mile February 8
Elgin Wayside Center will Walk-a-Mile in the shoes of those less fortunate to raise money starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. All money raised will help benefit Elgin Wayside Center’s efforts to transform lives! The walk will begin with a celebration downstairs at the Progressive Baptist Church, 305 Ann
Girl Scout Troop 4785 pancake breakfast fundraiser February 15
Aurora Girl Scout Troop 4785 will hold a pancake breakfast fundraiser from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 15, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Parking is free. The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, biscuits and gravy and fruit with orange
Valentines for DuPage Care Center
The DuPage Care Center offers the community an opportunity to send Valentine wishes to Center residents. For a $2 donation, community members can send a large Valentine to a Care Center resident to spread cheer and best wishes. The Valentines will be 16-inch by 14-inch hearts with personal greetings written
Lisle Teens with Character youth group pack meals for the hungry
A dozen students from Lisle Teens with Character, a youth group, handpack dry-food meals at Feed My Starving Children in Aurora Monday.
Compassion Foundation announces grant awards
The Compassion Foundation of Aurora announced its 2019 grant recipients and will award $43,500, its highest total annual amount ever, to 12 non-profits, helping those in need, including: Breaking Free, Mutual Ground, Kiwanis Club of Aurora (Coats for Kids), Tri City Family Services, Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry, CASA Kane County,
Aurora area agencies receive assistance
Nonprofits in the Dunham Fund service area scored big with donations during the #ILGive 2019 campaign. More than 2,000 donors generously contributed more than $954,824 to approximately 85 Aurora area service agencies. Earlier this year, the Dunham Fund provided marketing workshops to help nonprofits become prepared for this fundraising event.