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Johnson, new Marie Wilkinson Pantry executive director

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The Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry proudly welcomes Annette Johnson as its new executive director. Known for her leadership in food distribution and community support, Johnson will build on the legacy of Diane Renner, who retired November 1, after more than a decade of service. Johnson is committed to continuing the...

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Fill the Bowls fundraiser Nov. 3

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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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Back to-school fair in Aurora July 27

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry in Aurora will hold a back-to-school fair with free school supplies, a pop-up market and outdoor cooking class on Saturday, July 27. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Marie’s Garden, an urban farm at 834 N. Highland Avenue in Aurora....

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Free outdoor cooking classes at Aurora’s Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry

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Aurora’s Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry opened a series of seven free outdoor cooking classes by area chefs Saturday, June 15. The inaugural class, “Easy Summer Salads,” took place at Marie’s Garden Kitchen, 835 N. Highland Avenue in Aurora, part of an urban farm affiliated with the pantry on Aurora’s west...

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The Garlic Show will be Aug. 12

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Another farm-fresh culinary adventure awaits everyone in Marie’s Garden Kitchen, 835 N. Highland Avenue, Aurora, at The Garlic Show from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12. The cooking class will be presented by Garlic Breath Farm of Elburn. Local farmers, Sharon and Tony Pferschy will showcase their wonderful...

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Christmas in July Fundraiser

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O’Malley’s Pub & Eatery, 701 Hill Avenue, Aurora, will be host to Christmas in July Fundraiser from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Advocacy Board needs funds for those who need food stability. Tickets are $20, which includes appetizers and one raffle ticket. Tickets...

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Outdoor cooking classes helpful

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry in Aurora will continue its series of free outdoor cooking classes Saturday, Aug. 5. Aurora chef Wendy Reed will present “Omelette Brunch” at 10 a.m. in Marie’s garden kitchen at 834 Highland Avenue in Aurora. Admission and parking are free. Marie’s Garden is a community garden...

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Marie Wilkinson Pantry benefit July 29

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A ‘Christmas in July’-themed fundraiser to benefit Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry’s annual Holiday Meal program will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 29, at O’Malley’s Pub & Eatery, 701 Hill Avenue in Aurora. The public is invited. Guests will enjoy appetizers, a Christmas photo booth, raffle...

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry offers help, hope

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Our community of volunteers and charitable givers is incredible! Last year was another record-breaker, with approximately 1,600 visits to our Food Pantry for the first time. Most never dreamed they would ever need to rely on the kindness of strangers to feed their families. This years report shows a 47%...

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry ready for Giving Tuesday Nov. 29

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry’s volunteers are busy at the Pantry as you can imagine! The week before Thanksgiving is always full of excitement. Thank you for the generous support, allowing us to share the abundance with households most in need. In spite of the very real effects of inflation, with...

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‘Fill the Bowls’: Marie Wilkinson Pantry

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry is thrilled to bring back its popular “Fill The Bowls” fundraiser from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16. The annual Fill the Bowls Taste of Fox Valley Fundraiser will have soups and tastings from the Fox Valley area’s restaurants. Morning mimosas, raffles, drawdown and...

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Garden Harvest Dinner Saturday, Aug. 13

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The Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry (MWFP) Board of Directors will hold its signature event, The Harvest Dinner, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry, 834 Highland Avenue, Aurora. The dinner will be a showcase of seasonal vegetables and herbs grown on site...

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Golf benefit for Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry July 9

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Knights of Columbus, St. Joseph Council 14795 in Aurora, will hold a benefit golf outing Saturday, July 9, at Phillips Park golf course in Aurora. Proceeds will benefit Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry in Aurora. The event will open with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m.. Admission is a $100 donation....

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State Veterans Gardening Day at Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry

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The initial State Veterans Gardening Day Saturday, May 7 at Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry receives special remarks from invited guest, Terry Prince, director of the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs.

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