PAWS Chicago
PAWS Chicago, a cageless, no kill animal shelter in Lincoln Park, is forming a marathon and half marathon team to run in the Chicago Marathon, October 11th , and the Rock and Roll Chicago Half Marathon August 2nd. If you would like to run with their team, call 773-890-5118 or visit www.pawschicago.org.
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7/11: American Heart Association
Just 30 minutes a day of physical activity can improve your health and decrease your risk of heart disease. Walking is an easy way to start. For more information from the American Heart Association, visit www.heart.org.
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7/11: U.S. Department of Health
Talking to teenagers is the best way to protect them from the risks of early sexual activity. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services can help. To learn more, visit www.fourparents.gov.
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7/11: Make A Wish
This summer hundreds of children with life threatening medical conditions will get to experience their dream come true thanks to the Make A Wish foundation. You can help by donating your frequent flier miles. You can donate on line at www.wishes.org.
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7/12: Millennium Park
Shel-abration, a family concert paying tribute to Shel Silverstein, with performances by Bobby Bare, Jon Langford and Sally Timms, will be held 6:30 Monday evening, July 13th at the Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.
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7/14: McCormick Museum
There will be a free lecture on architectural salvage as an integral part of historic preservation, 7:30 Wednesday evening, July 15th in the Gold Theatre at the Robert R. McCormick Museum at Cantigny Park in Wheaton. For reservations, call 630-260-8162.
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7/15: Illinois Department Human Services
The Illinois Department of Human Services will hold a free daylong event to commemorate the 19th Anniversary of the Signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Wednesday, July 15th from 10 am to 3 pm at the Thompson Center, 100 West Randolph Street. There will be workshops, exhibits and entertainment. For more information, call 312-793-0034.
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9/13: Alzheimers Association
The Alzheimers Association will hold their 20th Anniversary Chicago Memory Walk, Sunday, September 13th on the lakefront. For details, call 847-933-2413 or visit www.alz.org/illinois.
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7/23: Better Business Bureau
The Better Business Bureau warns that door-to-door magazine sales crews are looking to earn a quick buck this summer. Sometimes they say they are raising money for charity or a school trip. For more information or to register a complaint, visit www.bbb.org.
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7/26: Lou Gehrig at Wrigley Field
It’s been 70 years since Lou Gehrig gave his historic “Luckiest Man” speech at Yankee Stadium. To help honor Gehrig’s legacy, join Lin Brehmer in helping “strike out” Lou Gehrig’s disease as he hosts the 15th annual Lou Gehrig Day at Wrigley Field on Sunday, July 26th to benefit the Les Turner ALS Foundation. Before the game, enjoy food, drinks and a live auction at The Vic Theatre, followed by a 1:20 p.m. game between the Cubs and Reds. Admission is $110 and includes a game ticket and two-hour pre-game party. For tickets, call 847-679-3311 or visit www.lesturnerals.org.
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8/1-8/2: Greek Days
A Mediterranean flavor and the aroma of saganaki and roast lamb will fill the air when Long Grove celebrates Greek Days. Join us for traditional Greek food, music and dance.
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8/15-8/16: Wine and Dine
Enjoy an afternoon of fine wines, lively entertainment and a beautiful outdoor venue at Long Grove’s highly acclaimed Wine & Dine celebration. Tantalize your taste buds with more than 100 red, white, fruit and seasonal wines. Wines include an excellent selection of imported, domestic, Midwest and local wines in a wide array of prices. Enjoy special prices for individual bottles or cases of your favorite wines. Live entertainment is scheduled all afternoon both days, and participants can take the opportunity to enjoy a snack or a delicious meal at one of Long Grove’s local restaurants or cafes.
This year we are pairing up two favorite festivals – Art Fest and Wine & Dine. Come enjoy the good life!
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8/15-8/16: Long Grove Art Fest
Artists have been flocking to Long Grove for more than 20 years for the annual juried Fine Arts & Craft Festival. Select from among an amazing array of original artwork, including watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, glass, photography and mixed media. Enjoy live music and plenty of great food.
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9/5-9/7: Irish Days
The celebration of all things Irish kicks off three fun-filled days of music, dance, food and fun in historic downtown Long Grove. Live performances throughout the event feature well known Irish musicians, as well as Irish step dancing from the area’s finest dancing schools.
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9/12: Heritage 5K Run/3K Walk
Sponsored by The Rotary Club
This annual 5 K run/3 K walk is a “feel good” event that takes participants along one of Long Grove’s prettiest country roads. Join us for a pancake breakfast after your run/walk, sponsored by the Rotary Club. Proceeds will be donated to an area charity.
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9/27: The Annual Chicago Walk for PKD
The Annual Chicago Walk for PKD takes place on Sunday, September 27th 2009 at the Busse Woods Forest Preserve, Grove 6, in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. For registration information, go online at www.pkdcure.org, or call 1-800-PKD-CURE for more information.
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