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Thursday, 19 August 2010 |
Pick of the Week - the Elmhurst event not to be missed!
Thursday, August 19 - Wizzo the Wizard comes to EHM
From 1 p.m., the Elmhurst Historical Museum presents Marshall Brodien – A Magical Life, as a Tea Time Talk. Any fan of magic and Chicago TV will want to spend time with the legendary Marshall Brodien as he discusses his career in the world of magic. Recommended for adults. Refreshments in the Glos Mansion immediately following. Free. Call (630)833-1457 or visit www.elmhursthistory.org.
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Saturday, August 21
At 2 p.m., the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art presents a 60 minute lecture program, “Agate Collecting in South Dakota,” with agate specialist Roger Clark who will present Fairburn Agates found in the Black Hills, Badlands and Grasslands of South Dakota. For ages 9 to adult. Reservations recommended. Info: (630)833-1616 or www.lizzadromuseum.org.
Sunday, August 22
At 2 p.m., aspiring magicians from ages 6-12 are invited to perform their best trick in a showcase performance. Limit 20 participants; one trick per performer (duration of two minutes or less). Participants must pre-register and trick must be pre-approved. Call 630-833-1457 to reserve a spot. Info: www.elmhursthistory.org.
At 3 p.m., Bethel United Church of Christ, 315 East St. Charles Road, will hold a summer concert featuring soprano Theresa Ludden Wold, accompanied by pianist Jeffrey Panko. Free and open to the public. Info: 630-279-4040.
Sunday, August 29
At 3 p.m., Bethel United Church of Christ, 315 East St. Charles Road, will hold a summer concert featuring Dylan Melvin, a senior trumpet performance major from DePaul University. Free and open to the public. Info: 630-279-4040.
Saturday, September 11
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Elmhurst Flea & Craft market will take place at First Congregational United Church of Christ, at 235 S. Kenilworth. There will be perennials, jewelry, art, collectibles, crafts, gifts, high end items and more. Features raffle for an American Girl Doll; also a Heartland Blood Drive. Info: (630) 832-2580 or visit
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Sunday, September 12
Beginning at 8 a.m., the Center for Speech and Language Disorders will hold the 3rd annual Brianna and Friends "Walk to Talk" benefit walk at Berens Park. Each walker receives a tee-shirt and a goodie bag. Register at www.csld.org or call 630-530-8551, ext. 115.
Wednesday, September 15
Beginning at 9 a.m., the 19th annual Larry Roesch/NEDSRA Golf Classic will take place at White Pines Golf Club. Proceeds benefit NEDSRA. Golfers and sponsors sought. Registration deadline: Friday, Aug. 6. Info: 630-620-4518.
Ongoing programs:
Every Wednesday morning from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Elmhurst Farmers Market takes place in the municipal lot just east of York Street on Vallette. Best parking is before 10 a.m. or after 12 noon. Info: (630) 279-5530 or visit www.yorkandvallette.com
Every Wednesday starting at 6:45 p.m., the Elmhurst American Legion Post 187 at Spring & Butterfield Rds. holds Bingo Night. On the 2nd Friday of the month at 8:30 p.m., the Legion hosts Karaoke Night. Free.
Now through September 5, 2010, the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art presents “The Rock Cafe." Info: (630) 833-1616 or www.lizzadromuseum.org.
Now through September 12, the Elmhurst Historical Museum will exhibit The Magical History Tour. Tuesday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Free. Info: 630-833-1457 or www.elmhursthistory.org
Save the date of Saturday, December 4 for "Club Wilder: Roaring 20s Night," at Wilder Mansion, hosted by (P.E.P.) Foundation. Proceeds benefit Wilder Historic Preservations Endowment Fund. Tickets: $75 each, on sale Aug. 1 at the Wilder Park admin office. Info: 630-993-8925 or visit epd.org.
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Friday, 27 August 2010 |
Pick of the Week - the Elmhurst event not to be missed!
Friday, September 10 - The Kelly Miller Circus
The District 205 Foundation and the Elmhurst Jaycees present The Kelly Miller Circus at Sandburg Middle School with shows at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., rain or shine. Advance tickets can be purchased at: Shoe Carnival, The Runner’s Soul, NuCara/Vallette Pharmacy, Elmhurst Camera or the District 205 Foundation office, 162 S. York. Group discounts available. Tent-raising takes place at 8:45 a.m., followed by a free show for special needs children and their families. To RSVP to Special Kids Day performance, call 630-530-7700. Other info: 630-617-2376 or www.elmhurst205.org/foundation.
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Sunday, August 29
At 3 p.m., Bethel United Church of Christ, 315 East St. Charles Road, will hold a summer concert featuring Dylan Melvin, a senior trumpet performance major from DePaul University. Free and open to the public. Info: 630-279-4040.
Thursday, September 9
From 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., the Elmhurst Art Museum presents Artventure: Captivating Chicago Collections, which begins by touring Elisabeth Szegho's collection of art and sculpture; lunch at the Greek Islands, then touring the collection of David Phillips' photographs, books and equipment. Fee is $85 for EAM members, $95 for non-members. Advanced reservations and payment are required by August 23. Space is limited. Call (630) 834-0202 x116 to register.
Saturday, September 11
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Elmhurst Flea & Craft market will take place at First Congregational United Church of Christ, at 235 S. Kenilworth. There will be perennials, jewelry, art, collectibles, crafts, gifts, high end items and more. Features raffle for an American Girl Doll; also a Heartland Blood Drive. Info: (630) 832-2580 or visit
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Sunday, September 12
Beginning at 8 a.m., the Center for Speech and Language Disorders will hold the 3rd annual Brianna and Friends "Walk to Talk" benefit walk at Berens Park. Each walker receives a tee-shirt and a goodie bag. Register at www.csld.org or call 630-530-8551, ext. 115.
From 12 noon to 4 p.m., Character Counts in Elmhurst is hosting its Back To School Splash-Bash at the Mayan Adventure indoor water park at the Holiday Inn Elmhurst, 624 No. York Rd. Tickets for $10 include admission, food, drinks, games and prizes. Tickets on sale at Wagner Community Center. Not a District 205 sponsored activity.
Wednesday, September 15
Beginning at 9 a.m., the 19th annual Larry Roesch/NEDSRA Golf Classic will take place at White Pines Golf Club. Proceeds benefit NEDSRA. Golfers and sponsors sought. Registration deadline: Friday, Aug. 6. Info: 630-620-4518.
Ongoing programs:
Every Wednesday morning from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Elmhurst Farmers Market takes place in the municipal lot just east of York Street on Vallette. Best parking is before 10 a.m. or after 12 noon. Info: (630) 279-5530 or visit www.yorkandvallette.com
Every Wednesday starting at 6:45 p.m., the Elmhurst American Legion Post 187 at Spring & Butterfield Rds. holds Bingo Night. On the 2nd Friday of the month at 8:30 p.m., the Legion hosts Karaoke Night. Free.
Now through September 5, 2010, the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art presents “The Rock Cafe." Info: (630) 833-1616 or www.lizzadromuseum.org.
Now through September 12, the Elmhurst Historical Museum will exhibit The Magical History Tour. Tuesday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Free. Info: 630-833-1457 or www.elmhursthistory.org
Save the date of Saturday, December 4 for "Club Wilder: Roaring 20s Night," at Wilder Mansion, hosted by P.E.P. Foundation. Proceeds benefit Wilder Historic Preservations Endowment Fund. Tickets: $75 each, on sale Aug. 1 at the Wilder Park admin office. Info: 630-993-8925 or visit epd.org.
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Friday, 27 August 2010 |
Federal assistance now available through FEMA
Washington, D.C. -- On August 19, President Barak Obama officially declared that a major disaster exists in the state of Illinois and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms and flooding during the period of July 22 to August 7, 2010.
The President's action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in the counties of Carroll, Cook, DuPage, Jo Daviess, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago.
Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.
Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.
W. Craig Fugate, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security, named Gregory W. Eaton as the Federal Coordinating Officer for Federal recovery operations in the affected area.
FEMA said additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the State and warranted by the results of further damage assessments. FEMA said that residents and business owners who sustained losses in the designated counties can begin applying for assistance right away by registering online at http://www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA(3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired. The toll-free
telephone numbers will operate from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (local time) seven days a week until further notice.
A message from the City of Elmhurst...
In regards to FEMA applications, the link: http://www.fema.gov/news/event.fema?id=13172 appears to be Illinois specific and brings you right to Illinois information and the online application. This information will be on the City website ASAP. If people do not wish to use the Internet to apply, call FEMA directly at (800)621-FEMA (3362). Illinois residents may begin applying for assistance immediately.
The toll-free telephone number is available from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (local time) Monday through Sunday until further notice. Applicants registering for aid should be prepared to provide basic information about themselves (name, permanent address, phone number), insurance coverage and any other information to help substantiate losses.
Important facts...
There are three important FEMA application facts for the public to know:
1. If you did not fill out a FEMA initial damage assessment form, you are still qualified to apply for assistance.
2. If you did fill out an initial assessment form, you still need to fill out a new application.
3. FEMA will be accepting applications for approximately two months.
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