The Plano Methodist Church is participating in this year’s Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child.

Mark your calendar now for the Joliet Public Library fall book sale. Expect to find hardcovers, paperbacks, audiobooks, movies, and music.

Morrison Park & Rec is playing host to Nightmare on High Street 3K Run/Walk and a disc golf glow in the dark tournament on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025.

The Rochelle Police Department has launched its Pink Patch Project fundraiser in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Tammy Kovacs, the late mother of RPD Officer Ryan Kovacs.

The Lake County Forest Preserves is holding its popular OAKtober Celebration: Native Tree & Shrub Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 5 at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville.

The American Legion of Dixon will serve roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, roll, vegetable, salad and dessert Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.

The cost will be $15 per meal with all proceeds going to the church’s building fund,

Annual event is a fundraiser for the Village of Progress in Oregon.

Event was held to help dogs find forever homes.

In the United States, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. The Stillman Valley High School National Honor Society would like to support those who have been affected by the disease.

Two hundred and 50 bicyclists hit the roads in Ogle County on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, for the 10th annual TOSOC (Tour of Scenic Ogle County), an annual fundraiser for the Village of Progress.

The Lockport Township Fire Protection District is preparing to host its first ever 5K walk/run to raise funds for new equipment purchases.

The Byron Women’s Club invites you to join in the fun Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 for Fiesta Nachos & Bingo.

As part of the ZERO Peaks Challenge, Carrie DeFuss – a nurse practitioner and “longtime advocate for prostate cancer patients” – will climb thousands of feet in elevation along ancient Inca pathways and tackle the rugged Andes mountains.

Yorktoberfest was two days of fun, food, beer, live music, and activities for the whole family down at Riverfront Park in Yorkville on Saturday and Sunday. The event was put on by the Kiwanis Club of Yorkville.

The Rochelle Township High School Education Foundation will host its second annual trivia night Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, at Rochelle VFW Post 3878.

The second annual block party between the Dement Town Tavern and The Pup House in Dixon takes place from 4-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, at Sixth Street and Depot Avenue, and 527 Depot Ave.

For a free-will donation, the all-you-can-eat breakfast includes eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits and gravy, and crepes.

The Vernon Hills community is coming together for Lilley’s Beanies of Bravery Family Event, scheduled for 2 to 5 p.m. Sept. 28 at Deerpath Park, 24 Warrington Road.

The Downers Grove Public Library's art collection will be on display during "Art After Dark," the Downers Grove Public Library Foundation's annual fundraiser, which will be held Oct. 4

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers will host its annual Corn Fest 5K on Saturday, Sept. 27, as part of the Grundy County Corn Festival.

Forrestville Valley Youth Network is hosting its annual auction. The auction will run from Sept. 22-Oct. 2.

Participants will enjoy an evening of dining at Tom Kelly’s Chophouse, Gatto’s Italian Restaurant and Bar, Hog Wild and JBD White Horse Inn in New Lenox area.

Proceeds benefit the preservation of Schmuhl School in New Lenox Township and ongoing student programs held at the school,

The all-you-can-eat buffet will feature baked ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, coleslaw and homemade pies.

The Oregon Lions Club annual drawdown event was Sept. 11, 2025. Grand prize winner Chuck Shaffner took home $1,000 cash. Jan Conkrite won $100 cash.

A limited selection of gently used evening bags, designer bags, and jewelry boxes will also be available. The White Oak Library District has branches in Crest Hill, Lockport and Romeoville.

CROP Hunger Walks during October will support local food pantries

The Kankakee County Museum's upcoming event brings together a renown pianist with local and regional musicians for "A Little Night Music with David Lahm" on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025.

Trinity Services began in 1950 when a group of parents started a school for their children, who had developmental disabilities and no options for education. By 2017, Trinity Services had become a statewide organization with 1,200 employees and a $56 million budget.

The Next Picture Show will host its fourth annual Wine Tasting Gala at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, in the main gallery at 113 W. First St. in downtown Dixon.

For the past six years, Manteno resident Jake Smith has been walking with purpose.

Pups and their owners, along with high school students, ran or walked to help a local animal shelter.

Sniffing, yipping, tail wagging, and more sniffing were all part of the pre-walk ritual for the pups that took part in Polo High School’s Doggy Dash fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.

The first of two fundraisers for Together for Taft was held at Lowden State Park on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Fest by the Nest included kids activities and live music. The group is also hosting a 5K and one mile run/walk Sunday, Oct. 5.

First prize for Rotary Club of Joliet’s 2025 Cash Raffle is $10,000. Raffle kicks off Tuesday.

Two Erie businesses are hosting a car show Sept. 13, 2025, in Erie’s downtown triangle. The show goes from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is free to attend.

Northern Illinois Food Bank is partnering with Woody’s Apple Orchard in Plano throughout September to mark Hunger Action Month.

Day-of registration is available at the event at Emerson’s Pub, 3312 W. Rock Falls Road, Rock Falls.

A group seeking to resurrect the now-shuttered Lorado Taft Field Campus is hosting two fundraisers in Oregon to raise money in support of their efforts.

OSF Saint Katharine in Dixon will host Salad Day on Sept. 10 to raise funds for the United Way of Lee County. This year’s featured item is the Apple Harvest Sizzling Salad, a fan favorite made with crisp romaine lettuce, apples, celery, mozzarella cheese, and poppyseed dressing.

A group of educators is hosting a fundraiser Sept. 6, 2025, to save and restore the Lorado Taft Field Campus in Oregon.

The Cadet Corps mentors young adults who aspire to become the next generation of law enforcement professionals.

The Rochelle Area Community Foundation held a golf outing at Fairways Golf Course on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, in Rochelle. The event featured golfers from local businesses and community organizations and nonprofit partners and sponsors with booths at each hole.

The Woodstock Community Choir will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a fundraising gala on Saturday, Sept. 6.

The Ogle County Republican Party’s annual Lowden Day Dinner, held at the River’s Edge Experience in Oregon, was a resounding success, shattering fundraising and attendance records.

For a free-will donation, the all-you-can-eat breakfast includes eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits and gravy, and pancakes.

Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County is excited to once again bring the opportunity for a local family to win a hand-crafted playhouse thanks to Oregon High School’s FFA Ag Construction class. And new this year is the addition of a second raffle of a storage shed.

The race is scheduled to begin at Morrison High School at 8 a.m. Sept. 20. The race features a 5K Run and a 21-mile bike ride over relatively flat countryside.

MorningStar Mission serves all of Will County by providing food, housing, recovery, counseling and guidance with many programs for individuals.