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01/01/2019

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11/22/2018

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10/27/2018

Here's What's Happening in Oswego/Montgomery the week of October 29th:

REMEMBERING OUR VETERANS: Saturday, November 3rd at 10AM-Sunday, November 11th at 5PM. Discover Oswego's fighting men and women through an extensive display of rarely seen military artifacts selected from the museum's permanent collection, including items used during the Civil War, World Wars I and II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam War, Iraq, and Afghanistan. A Wall of Honor will feature photographs of over 200 Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force personnel from the Oswego area and a special exhibit honors those military personnel with direct Oswego connections who were killed in action from the Civil War to Vietnam. All ages are welcome to this free event hosted by the Oswegoland Heritage Association. This event will be held at the Little White Museum. For more information call 630.554-2999.

Did you test your CSI skills on October 21st : Oswego’s Little White School Museum. Thought you might be a budding crime scene investigator? Bill Tyre of the Glessner House Museum presents “Whodunit? Murder in a Nutshell.” Frances Glessner Lee is regarded as the mother of forensic science. In the 1930s she endowed the first department of legal medicine in the country at Harvard University. During the 1940s she handcrafted meticulously detailed miniature death scenes, which she called the Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death, to aid police in honing their skills in crime scene investigation. During this special program participants age 16 and up become the detective as audience members unravel clues using descriptions, photographs and scene diagrams to determine whether it was it su***de, accidental death or murder. The Little White School Museum is a joint project of the Oswegoland Park District and the Oswegoland Heritage Association. Regular hours are 10AM to 5PM. Monday through Saturday and 12PM to 5PM Sunday. Admission is free. For more information on the upcoming program or the museum, call 630-554-2999.

10/27/2018

Here's What's Happening in Plainfield the week of October 29th:

Congratulations to Sylvia Dominguez of Plainfield, IL. She is the winner of the Where’s Wally Contest for the month of September. She has until October 31st to claim her prize. Congratulations and thank you for reading Coffee News!

National Hispanic Scholars: There are eight District 202 High school seniors have been named 2018-2019 National Hispanic Scholars. They are: Plainfield High School-Central Campus:
Antonio Gonzalez, Alejandro Guzman, Guillermo Vasquez Plainfield South High School:
Carlos Hevia-Aza, Plainfield East High School: Ismael Alvarado, Emmanuel Angomas, Andrea Moncada, Jacquelin Casillas. The NHRP invited students that scored in the top 2.5 percent among Latino and Hispanic Preliminary SAT and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test takers to apply for the recognition. Every year, the NHRP recognizes about 5,000 of the 250,000 Hispanic/Latino high school juniors who take the test. Congratulations to all of these students for earning these scholarships.

Celebrate autumn with Plainfield Parks’ Fall Photo Contest: Help capture the autumn season by sharing your photos with the Plainfield Park District for its Fall Photo Contest. Share your fall-themed pictures taken at a Plainfield Park District park or event on social media using the hash tag . We’ll re-share some of your pictures throughout the month of October and will select three winners in November. The three winning photographers will win some of the first-of-its-kind, official Prairie Activity & Recreation Center (PARC) prizes which will include a PARC-branded drawstring bag, towel, water bottle and a 1-day, all-access pass to the new recreation facility that is set to open on January 1, 2019! The Rules: Photos must be taken and shared publicly on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag between October 8th and October 31st. By submitting photos, contest participants are agreeing to allow the use of their photos on Plainfield Park District social media accounts, its website, and in future Park District print advertising and program brochures
Winners will be notified through their social media accounts in November. For more information call the Park District at 815-436-8812.

Riverfront Foundation: To connect Joliet to Plainfield to Aurora, the streetcar line was installed on Lockport Street through downtown Plainfield.

10/27/2018

Here's What's Happening in the Southwest Edition the week of October 29th:

Congratulations to Sylvia Dominguez of Plainfield, IL. She is the winner of the Where’s Wally Contest for the month of September. She has until October 31st to claim her prize. Congratulations and thank you for reading Coffee News!

Illinois Storm Chasers, Danny Neal and Adam Lucio, talked about their passion for weather. One got his driver's license and began following storms and the other learned all he could about the weather to get over his fear of storms. The Village of Minooka EMA and Minooka Women's Club recently co-sponsored this free event where weather safety and preparedness, storm chasing and easy to understand language about the weather were explained. Danny and Adam now supply what they referred to as "real" weather information to the National Weather Service. Their "eyes on the situation" is necessary because the NWS radar systems only supply information about cloud level and upward. Their input covers the action which is actually taking place ground to cloud level.

Village of Shorewood Holiday Tree Lighting: Tuesday, November 27th at 6PM Towne Center Park please join Mayor Rick Chapman, the Village Board of Trustees, and your Shorewood neighbors at this annual event. The tree will be set aglow while we listen to holiday music. Don’t forget your cameras and be sure to join for the annual event.

Festival of Trees: On display at Shorewood Village Hall November 28th-December 28th Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM. The Village Hall will be open during Board Meetings for Festival of Trees viewing. If you are a Shorewood Business or Organization who would like to participate in the Festival of Trees please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 815-741-7710 or [email protected].

10/24/2018

"Annie" will be held at YPAC (Your Performing Arts Center) Plainfield location on Friday, November 9th at 7PM. Buy tickets on line https://ypacarts.com/buy-tickets/

10/21/2018

Here's What's Happening in the Southwest Edition the week of October 22nd:

Congratulations to Sylvia Dominguez of Plainfield, IL. She is the winner of the Where’s Wally Contest for the month of September. She has until October 31st to claim her prize. Congratulations and thank you for reading Coffee News!

Illinois Storm Chasers, Danny Neal and Adam Lucio, talked about their passion for weather. One got his driver's license and began following storms and the other learned all he could about the weather to get over his fear of storms. The Village of Minooka EMA and Minooka Women's Club recently co-sponsored this free event where weather safety and preparedness, storm chasing and easy to understand language about the weather were explained. Danny and Adam now supply what they referred to as "real" weather information to the National Weather Service. Their "eyes on the situation" is necessary because the NWS radar systems only supply information about cloud level and upward. Their input covers the action which is actually taking place ground to cloud level.

JITT (Junk In The Trunk): The last "Junk In The Trunk" flea market was Sunday, October 21st at the (100 Commercial Drive) location in Morris, IL. This is a charitable flea market supports many local causes. The cost is $10 per spot which was donated to the selected charity. JITT has been in operation since October 2009. This is a fun time for every one and there are a lot of very nice people ready to help you find your treasure. Some very unique items show up at this event. JITT information can also be seen on Facebook at (Junk In The Trunk of Morris Illinois). Thanks to all of our vendors, friends and family for a great year of JITT-Ken Willis.

10/21/2018

Here's What's Happening in Plainfield the week of October 22nd:

Congratulations to Sylvia Dominguez of Plainfield, IL. She is the winner of the Where’s Wally Contest for the month of September. She has until October 31st to claim her prize. Congratulations and thank you for reading Coffee News!

Teacher Conferences: District 202 preschool, elementary, middle and high schools will hold parent-teacher conferences November 5th and 6th, 2018. Once again this year, parent-teacher conference schedules align at each level including the Bonnie McBeth Learning Center and Plainfield Academy.
This “streamlined” schedule is designed to make it easier for parents to plan and attend conferences.
Conferences will be held from 3PM-8PM on November 5th; and from 8AM to 1PM on November 6th, 2018. Please contact your school(s) directly for more information and to sign up for a parent-teacher conference. ***PLEASE NOTE: Students will not attend school either day.

Pumpkin Palooza: Free Family Event Friday, October 26th from 4PM-6PM. All events located at Carson’s Court While supplies last. Join us for an afternoon filled with pumpkin crafts, pumpkin games and costume contest! Hosted by Plainfield Park District and Louis Joliet Mall. For more information call 815-436-8812.

HOWL-O-WEEN DOG PARADE: Participate in the 1st Annual Halloween Dog Parade on Saturday, October 27th from 10AM-11AM. Check in 10-10:15AM, parade judging starts at 10:30AM followed by announcement of winners all ages let your favorite pooch enjoy the spirit of Halloween! We will be judging doggies dressed in the most creative and unique costumes. There will be 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. First 20 dogs to register get a Park District dog bowl! All dogs must have current vaccinations. Dogs must be leashed and under control of owner during the event. Park District dog park rules apply during the event. $5 per dog (cash only), No rain make-up.

Haunted Pony Rides: Sunday, October 28th from 2:30PM-4PM, Trick or treat! Our horses are dressed up in their best Halloween costumes and are waiting for you to come take a ride! Please be patient as it takes time to get participants on and off as well as to adjust the equipment. Rides will last for 10 minutes and helmets are provided. Don’t forget to bring you camera to snap some great pictures! Space is limited, pre-registration required.

Riverfront Foundation: To connect Joliet to Plainfield to Aurora, the streetcar line was installed on Lockport Street through downtown Plainfield.

10/21/2018

Here's What's Happening in Oswego/Montgomery the week of October 22nd:

Congratulations to Sylvia Dominguez of Plainfield, IL. She is the winner of the Where’s Wally Contest for the month of September. She has until October 31st to claim her prize. Congratulations and thank you for reading Coffee News!

Habitat for Humanity seeks Volunteers: On October 7th Aurora area residents were invited to learn about Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity, meet homeowners and have an opportunity to pound some nails Saturday, October 27th. The Montgomery-based nonprofit will sponsor "Building on the Story," an information-handson event, from 8AM to 12:30PM 1551 Solfisburg Ave. in Aurora, site of a Habitat home under construction. Volunteers must be 18 years old. Refreshments will be served. Partnering homeowners will discuss their stories. Habitat officials will take questions and provide information about employee team building days, employee donation programs, in-kind product donations and corporate sponsorships. For more information call (630) 859-3333.

Habitat for Humanity: To provide information about or prospective homeowners on October 24th. Families needing affordable shelter to an information meeting about Habitat home ownership. The meeting will be held at 6:30PM October 24th at Genesis Community Church, 1300 S. Broadway in Montgomery. Rev. Jeff Barrett, Genesis pastor and FVHH executive director, said attendance is required to receive an application to become a Habitat partner. “At this meeting, we will explain Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity and its’ mission of home ownership for God’s people in need,” Rev. Barrett said. He said Habitat selects homeowner-partner families based need, ability to repay a no-interest mortgage, low to middle income, inability to obtain adequate housing through conventional methods; willingness to partner with FVHH and ability to invest 350 to 500 hours of sweat equity in a Habitat project. According to Rev. Barrett, applicants must complete an application by deadlines, provide required documents, complete 10 hours of sweat equity before selection; interview with Family Selection Committee and be approved by the FVHH board of directors.
Approved applicants will partner with FVHH to receive a rehabbed or new-construction home at cost, a no-interest mortgage, payments tailored to ability to pay and opportunities to build financial equity and new friendships.
Founded in 1989, FVHH is a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, Inc., a nonprofit housing ministry that partners with low-income families needing basic shelter. FVHH has attracted more than 1,000 volunteers who have completed 60 homes housing more than 300 persons in Aurora, North Aurora and Montgomery. Habitat sells houses to qualified families at no profit. Partnering families contribute up to 500 hours of sweat equity and repay a zero-interest mortgage. Loan payments are used to build more houses. Donations of materials, land, funds, and volunteer services are needed to continue the ministry. For more information, call (630) 859-3333, e-mail [email protected], or visit

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10/13/2018

Here's What's Happening in the Southwest Edition the week of October 15th:

Harvest Fest-FREE Event (Channahon): Saturday, October 20th from 4PM-6PM, come celebrate the fall season with family, friends and the park district. Gather at Central Park to drink hot cider, enjoy a hayrack ride, make scarecrows, cook s’mores over a fire and decorate pumpkins. We will end the evening with a candy scramble at 6PM. We will supply the pumpkins and hay all you have to do is bring Scrarecrow clothes and accessories. This event will be held at Central Park, Pine Pavillion. For more information call 815-467-5677.

Village of Shorewood Holiday Tree Lighting: Tuesday, November 27th at 6PM Towne Center Park please join Mayor Rick Chapman, the Village Board of Trustees, and your Shorewood neighbors at this annual event. The tree will be set aglow while we listen to holiday music. Don’t forget your cameras and be sure to join for the annual event.

Intro to Email: Learn to create an email account and use its features to send, receive, and organize email messages. Bring your own laptop if available, these classes are taught by the Shorewood-Troy Library Staff at 650 Deerwood Drive Shorewood, IL. This event is on Wednesday, October 24th from 1PM-2PM and FREE to all ages. For more information call
815-725-2150.

Crime and Corruption Tour: Thursday, October 25th from 8:30AM-4:30PM at the Louis Joliet Mall, Section #9. This unique excursion digs deep into Chicago’s past. Learn how the city’s depravity amassed wayward souls and became perfectly suited for criminals like Al Capone. Visit sites with a history of crime and corruption, including Gamblers Row, Old Courthouse, Vice Headquarters, the First Ward Ball and more on this tour! This is a Guided Tour and transportation will be included. Lunch will be one own at Manny’s Deli in Chicago. Fore more information call 815-725-2150.

10/13/2018

Here's What's Happening in Plainfield the week of October 15th:

Frankenstein’s Kiddie Carnival Scaring UP Fun in October: Test drive that new costume a couple of weeks before Halloween and have some fun with a few spooky surprises too! Play games, win prizes, create some spooky crafts and have a scary amount of fun at Frankenstein’s Kiddie Carnival from Plainfield Park District on October 19th. The fun starts at 6:30PM-8PM at Indian Trail Middle School 14723 S. Eastern Ave Plainfield. The evening also includes a costume contest which will be judged in two age groups: 2-5 Years old, 6-0 Years old. The cost is $9 for Park District Residents, $12 for Non-Residents and includes 12 games tickets and crafts. Costume judging will take place at approximately 7:30PM, check in at the front table to receive your pre-paid ticket. For ages 2-10 with a responsible adult, Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, day of the event is $12 per child. For more information 815-436-8812.

The GFWC Mokena Women’s Club: Celebrating its 45th Annual HOLLI-DAZWE Arts and Crafts Show in the Lincoln Way East Field House on Saturday, October 27th from 9:30AM-4PM and Sunday, October 28th from 9:30AM-3PM. Profits from HOLLI-DAZE are returned to the community for scholarships to local high school seniors, contributions to organizations and charities that have an impact on our children and senior citizens, the Manteno Veterans’ Home, tow Trinity Group Homes, the Mokena Fire Department and the Frankfort Township Food Pantry to name a few. The money earned permits the Mokena Women’s Club to do the above and much more.

Riverfront Foundation: To connect Joliet to Plainfield to Aurora, the streetcar line was installed on Lockport Street through downtown Plainfield.

10/13/2018

Here's What's Happening in Oswego/Montgomery the week of October 15th:

The Heritage Garden: Oswego’s historic Little White School Museum has been stripped of its flowers and soil in an effort to eradicate a serious infestation of invasive goutweed. Members of the Hilltop Garden Club, which maintains the garden, carefully mapped the location of the garden’s heirloom perennial plants, which will be replaced for next year’s growing season. The 200 foot-long garden between Polk and Jackson streets borders Heritage Park—the museum grounds—to the east. For more information, call the museum at 630-554-2999 or send an email to [email protected].

Aurora State of Business Summit: Innovation: October 19th at 8AM hosted by Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce. The first of it’s kind will include exhibitors spotlighting their innovation through products services and panels of innovators sharing their experiences, and our Annual Membership of Members to register at: http://business.aurora-chamber.com/Events/details/2018-state-of-business-summitrenovations-20154.

PARK AFTER DARK: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20TH 6:30PM-9:30PM: The zombie plague is sweeping across the nation and it has infested Oswego. Meet up at the Civic Center (5 Ashlawn Ave, Montgomery) for your evacuation orders. You will be transported out of town through the remote “hot zone”. Your only chance of survival is to make it through this heavily infested trail without becoming infected. On your way, you will need to find and secure all of the elements that are essential for survival while evading the impending hoards of the undead in rough and uneven terrain. SURVIVAL GEAR
Bring a flashlight to help guide you during this interactive adventure. Dare to tackle the challenge solo, or assemble your best zombie survival team to increase your odds of making it out unscathed. THIS SCARY EVENT IS RATED PG-13 For blood, gore, darkness, and ghouls. It is recommended for age 14 and up, but we will allow 12 year olds to attend the 5:30pm session on Saturday. For more information call 630.554.1010.

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