By Russ George
Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley were enlightened about all of Aurora’s 2024 community events, both past and upcoming.
Mike Nelson, director of community events for the City of Aurora, was guest speaker at our club’s monthly membership meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Oak Street Restaurant, in North Aurora.
Mr. Nelson spoke about the January 6, Blessing of the River, the many parades, fireworks, state of the city addresses, Arbor Day, May and September food truck festivals, farmers market, flag raising ceremonies, food drives, Stolp Island Block Party, Aurora Film Fest, Lumenaura Light Festival, Winter Lights Festival and Festival of Lights, plus two Art & Market events. Go to: Events@aurora.il.us for more details and information that changes daily.
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s September ‘Meet and Greet’, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, was held Saturday, Sept. 14, at Panera Bread, 1450 Douglas Road, in Oswego.
Members handing out information on diabetes and prediabetes were: Tony Arch, Ed Carroll, Marilyn George, Russ George, and Pat Jones.
Panera Bread, district manager, David Piasecki, a Type 1 diabetic for 51 years, stopped by to visit with DCFV members and learn more about our Club and our mission.
Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley work together, to provide diabetes awareness in the Fox Valley area, while raising funds to provide aid, education, and research to find a cure for diabetes. Uncontrolled blood sugar (glucose) can cause vision problems, heart problems, nerve damage, dental problems, kidney damage, and loss of limbs.
Diet and exercise are two of the most powerful tools we all have to help control our blood glucose. Eat healthy, stay active, and have a yearly blood test, to stay diabetes-free!
Want more information on prediabetes, diabetes and healthy meal planning? Send an E-mail, with your name and mailing address to: Diabetesclubfv@gmail.com requesting information on diabetes.
Next month’s ’Meet and Greet’ will be held Saturday, Oct. 12, at Panera Bread, 369 S. Randall Road, in South Elgin, from 9 a.m. to noon.
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month! Mark your calendar today, and plan on attending our club’s first gala dinner, “A NIGHT TO END DIABETES”, Friday, Nov. 1, at the Lincoln Inn, 1345 South Batavia Avenue, in Batavia.
Dancing to live music by Trio, with Roger Legel, Sherry Schultz and Dave Enway, performing classic hits from the 1960s and 1970s, that’ll have folks singing along and dancing the night away!
Why not invite family and friends to come join us for a delightful evening of fun for a cause!
Cocktails will be at 6:30 p.m., filet mignon and breast of chicken dinner at 7:30 p.m., and raffles, for $80 per person. Table of 10 for $750.
For tickets or information contact: Tony Arch, 630-336-4246 or send E-mail: tony@archprinting.com, or, call Jimmy Schmidt, 331-274-0911 or send E-mail: harley331973@yahoo.com
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley currently meets monthly, January thru November, on the second Wednesday, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora.
Meetings are held in the East Banquet Room. Dinner is optional on members’ own from the menu at 5:30 p.m. and meetings begin at 6:30 p.m.. Guests are always welcome!
Why not consider joining our fight against diabetes? You don’t need to be diabetic, to be a member of our club! Why not invite a family member, friend or business associate to attend one of our meetings or events with you! Guests are always welcome at membership meetings and club events! Yearly individual membership dues are $50 per year. Corporate dues are $150 per year, which includes a sponsorship listing on our website: www.diabeteshelpnearme.com
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization. Tax deductible donations can be made on our website: diabeteshelpnearme.com or mail your tax deductible donation to: Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, P.O. Box 88, North Aurora, IL 60542
Have questions about the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, please call, text or send an E-mail with your name and address to president Russ George, 630-205-9065 or send Email: Diabetesclubfv@gmail.com.
Please continue to keep informed about our club’s upcoming events, by following us in The Voice, on Facebook, and on our website: diabeteshelpnearme.com.