Bulletin Board
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Upcoming Events
Free Dental Days for Kids, Midwestern University
DG Library Programs
Bean Mosaic Art
Grades 6 - 12
Tuesday, June 9
4 - 5 p.m.
Design colorful mosaics using dried beans to make unique patterns.
Intro to Safe Babysitting
Grades 6 - 12
Wednesday, June 10
2 - 3 p.m.
Learn safety tips, childcare basics, and how to handle common babysitting situations.
Teen Central Open House
Grades 6 - 12
Thursday, June 11
6 - 8 p.m.
Starting 6th or 7th grade this fall? Teen Central is now for you!
Woodridge Public Library Events
- Summer Teen Zone - Grades 7 – 12
- Drop In, No Cost, No Registration
- Monday – Saturday
- 12 - 5 p.m.
- Play games, read, hang out, craft, and beat the heat.
Reality Teen Upcoming Events
Summer Schedule
Free and Open to all DuPage County High School Teens!
June 16
1-3 p.m.
Philanthro Party Kick-Off
Linda A. Kurzawa Community Center (117 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL)
June 23
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Blanket Making for Animals in Shelters
Glenbard District Office (596 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn)
June 30
Art to Reduce Stress
Glenbard District Office (596 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn)
July 14
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Enhance Creativity at the Maker Space and
Go Green Event
Glen Ellyn Public Library (400 Duane St, Glen Ellyn)
July 21
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Stained Glass Workshop
Glass Works (800 Roosevelt Rd # D10, Glen Ellyn)
July 28
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Yoga with Julie Mackey
Glenbard District Office (596 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn)
August 4
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Values and Strengths Inventory
Helen Plum Library (411 S Main St, Lombard)
For further information, please contact Student and Community Projects Coordinator Gilda Ross at gilda_ross@glenbard.org or 630-942-7668.
Teen Philanthroparty
June 16
1-3 p.m.
Linda A. Kurzawa Community Center (117 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL)
Open to all high-school aged teens in DuPage County - Take one step toward a brighter you by attending this party with a purpose! Come for the fun, stay for the encouragement, and leave with raffle prizes, giveaways, and a boosted mindset.
Featuring Christine Conti - Christine is an educator and wellness advocate who helps students face their fears and find their voice. With her “Face It. Feel It. Flip It.” method, Christine inspires students to turn fear into courage, speak up with confidence, and use their stories as a source of strength.
Donations to Serenity House
To attend, we ask that you bring 1 or more of the following: New or gently used mens and womens clothing (short sleeve t-shirts, underwear, pants/jeans) Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, body wipes, sunscreen)
Individually-wrapped non-perishable snacks (granola bars, fruit snacks, trail mix) First aid supplies (gauze, bandages, antibiotic ointment)
Serenity House is a local treatment center for alcohol and substance use. Donations will help fund their new mobile outreach van. Learn more at the website below.
Visit www.dupagePLT.org/215/Reality for more information. For questions, email Leia Der at Leia.Der@dupagehealth.org.
Other Community Information
- First Student Bus Company is hiring! Learn more
- GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families offers FREE events, virtual and open to all. No registration is required. See gpsparentseries.org for more information or the 2025-26 Calendar of Events.
- American Red Cross blood donations - Make an appointment here!
Local Food Pantries
FISH Food Pantry
4340 Prince Street
Downers Grove
Open every Monday from 8:30-11:30 a.m
St. Joseph Church
Parish Center
4824 Highland, Downers Grove
Open every Thursday from 8:15-10:30 a.m
St. Mary's Church
444 Wilson Street, Downers Grove
Open Wednesday from 8-11 a.m
People's Resource Center
104 Chestnut, Westmont
Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 9-11 a.m
Open Thursday night - 6-8 p.m
Can use pantry 2x per month
2S361 Glen Park Rd., Lombard
Open Tuesday 12-2 p.m., Thursday 6-8 p.m., Saturday 8-10 a.m. & Sunday 8-9:30 a.m.
Can visit 2 times a month, appointment required