Monthly Archives: May 2013

Book Signing with Author Jami Attenberg

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 at 10:30 am

Where: Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield

What: You are invited to join Jami Attenberg for a signing of her recent bestselling novel and Amazon Top Ten Book of the Year, 2012, The Middlesteins.

Pub Night Toast to Governor Pat Quinn

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Where: The Public House Gastropub, 400 N. State St., Chicago

What: Join supporters and the host committee for a Pub Night Toast to Gov. Pat Quinn.

Guest tickets are $100 and host committee levels are available. For more information and to RSVP, contact Liz Houlihan or Brandy Graff at 312-654-8888 or by email.

State Sen. Julie Morrison Community Resource Fair

When: Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Where: District Office, 700 Osterman Ave, Deerfield

What: The Community Resource Fair includes the following opportunities: the Walgreens Way to Wellness bus will offer glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure screenings along with a weight assessment exam. Orphans of the Storm will have pet adoption available. Lake County Health Department will microchip pets for a $15 fee. West Deerfield Township will provide information on Township services. Advocate Condell Hospital will offer a 16-point gait analysis.

For questions or more information, contact Sen. Morrison online or at 847-945-5200.

CASA Lake County Golf for a Child Invitational

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 at 9:30 am

Where: Kemper Lakes Golf Club, 24000 N. Old McHenry Rd., Kildeer

What: You are invited to participate in (or volunteer during) the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) Lake County Golf for a Child Invitational event. Proceeds will support the mission of CASA to provide a volunteer advocate for every abused and neglected child in Lake County.

For any questions or for sponsorship opportunities, RSVP online, send an email or call 847-383-6260 x217.

End of Session Town Hall with Rep. Carol Sente

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Where: Vernon Area Library, 300 Olde Half Day Rd., Lincolnshire

What: Community members are invited to attend this interactive meeting to learn more about the legislation Rep. Sente has sponsored and the significant bills that have been passed this spring session. She will take questions and comments from the audience, including thoughts on how to improve Illinois in the areas of economic development, education, public safety, health care and other important issues.

Contact Rep. Sente by email or at 847-478-9909.