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September 6, 2006

Nature workdays honor Sept. 11 victims

Join families around DuPage County at one of three special nature workdays to honor the memory of the victims of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

The Day of Volunteerism sessions will be from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, Sept. 8, at Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn; from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Grounds and Resources Complex at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville; and from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at Herrick Lake Forest Preserve in Wheaton.

An adult must accompany children under age 14. Groups of five or more must make reservations one week prior to the event. Call (630) 933-7681 for waiver requirements.

Posted by indianprairie at 3:58 PM

July 25, 2006

DuPage County spreads 'moos' of annual fair

The DuPage County Fair has grown from its origin as a two-day event consisting of tent-covered exhibits and organized by seven men and women representing the DuPage County Farm Bureau, the 4-H program and the DuPage County Home Bureau.

The 52nd annual DuPage County Fair with the theme "We've got 'Moos' for you ... It's Fair Time!" will be a five-day extravaganza with big-name performers and carnival entertainment while sticking to its farm roots.

The fair will take place Wednesday through Sunday, July 26 to 30, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester Road, Wheaton.
Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 11:25 AM

July 10, 2006

Literacy Volunteers of DuPage seeks volunteer tutors

Imagine not being able to read a food label, fill out a job application or help a child with homework.

Over 225,000 residents of DuPage County who need assistance in learning to read, write and speak English face those situations on a daily basis. Literacy Volunteers of DuPage has helped meet their needs by providing one-to-one and small group tutoring with volunteer tutors. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 9:47 AM

June 3, 2006

West Nile virus found here for 1st time in '06

Health officials offer tips to cut your risk A mosquito sample collected in DuPage County has been confirmed as the first positive test result in Illinois this year for West Nile virus, according to county health officials. The sample was collected May 22 in West Chicago. More than 250 human cases of West Nile disease, including 12 deaths, were reported last year in Illinois. Read more...

Books on West Nile

Health Web sites and databases

Posted by indianprairie at 2:32 PM

May 15, 2006

First Alert recalling smoke, CO detectors

Two First Alert, Inc., products are included in a voluntary recall by the company and the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission.

The First Alert ONELINK battery-powered smoke detector, and a combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarm, have been recalled for an operational problem that prematurely drains battery power and causes the products to fail to detect smoke and/or carbon monoxide. These models were sold between June 2005 and March 2006 at various stores nationwide.

Consumers who are unsure whether their detector or alarm is included in the ban should visit www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml06/06151.html to check the descriptions and serial numbers of the recalled models.

For more information, visit First Alert's Web site at www.firstalert.com.

Posted by indianprairie at 8:29 AM

April 18, 2006

Turnout thin at county's first strategy session

There were more ideas than people at the first DuPage County strategic planning meeting April 12 in Downers Grove.

The hourlong session was the first of six the county is holding this month to find out what residents think are the most pressing issues facing the county now, and over the next decade.

"The purpose of the meetings is to come out and get information from you, the residents," said County Board member Tom Bennington Jr., R-3rd District, of Downers Grove. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 9:10 AM

April 17, 2006

Literacy group reaching out for new volunteers

Literacy Volunteers of DuPage is looking to add at least 25 people to its team by June, to assist the about 225,000 DuPage County adults who need help with reading, writing and speaking English. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 9:04 AM

April 11, 2006

Free GED, career training offered

The Early School Leaver Program is a unique program offering free general equivalency degree preparation, workplace skill-building and specific career training for DuPage residents aged 17 to 21.

ESLP is currently accepting applications for the 2006 summer institute and fall semester. The Early School Leaver program is funded by the Workforce Development Division of DuPage County.

An informational meeting is scheduled at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, in the Technology Center of DuPage building, 301 S. Swift Road, Addison. Students, parents and school personnel are welcome. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 5:34 PM

December 19, 2005

Spread cheer by helping needy

It's time for the Humanitarian Service Project's annual Christmas Offering, which has been providing needy families in DuPage County with an abundance of food and gifts since 1979.

In 2004, the Christmas Offering served 93 families with 396 children and delivered 18 tons of food, the most ever. Each family received an average of 400 pounds of food, and each child received an average of five gifts. Besides new toys and games, all children receive new books. This year, new toys and gifts are needed for 1,400 children, especially toys for children ages 8 to 12. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 8:02 AM

December 5, 2005

Farm offers 'Spirit of Season' tours

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's Kline Creek Farm is offering "Spirit of the Season" house tours during December. Tours take place on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursdays through Mondays, from now through Saturday, Dec. 31. Holiday preparations take place throughout the house. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 7:59 AM

November 28, 2005

Your guide to local holiday happenings

Burr Ridge The Willowbrook/Burr Ridge Chamber of Commerce will present "Home for the Holidays," a pancake breakfast with Santa and his elves, from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Gower West School, 7650 S. Clarendon Hills Road, Willowbrook. There will be games, food, crafts, roving entertainers and pictures with Santa. The entry fee is $5 per person at the door. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 1:20 PM

November 15, 2005

Major changes sought for DuPage voting

Possible switch to electronic voting not without detractors DuPage County voters could soon be seeing a major change in the way they cast their ballots. The DuPage County Election Commission is expected to soon recommend the county purchase a new, fully electronic voting system to meet federal and state requirements mandating increased voting access. Read more...

Posted by indianprairie at 12:03 PM

October 21, 2005

DuPage Forest Preserves Offers Fall Fun Programs For All

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County offers a variety of events and activities packaged with a chance to enjoy the fall foliage. Read More...

Posted by indianprairie at 12:12 PM