3 on 3 Basketball Tournament and Fellowship. Sunday, May 18, 1-6 p.m. at Glenbard South High School, Fieldhouse Courts, 23W200 Butterfield Road, Glen Ellyn.

Open to girls and boys, 5th - 8th grades, 9th - 12th graders, and Adults (18 +).

Up to four players per team! Costs: $15 per player (includes food, t-shirt, and prizes).

Learn more about the Village of Glen Ellyn Public Works Open House. May 22 from 4 to 6:30 p.m.

The Glen Ellyn Historical Society is looking into organizing and sponsoring a multi-generational just-for-fun baton twirling troupe to be part of Glen Ellyn’s 4th of July parade with the Historical Society group.  All ages and skill levels, individuals and families are welcome and encouraged to be with us.

Call (630) 469-1867 and register with the Historical Society. Call Tuesday through Saturday between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to register that you are participating with us.  

Illinois is participating in “SUN Bucks”, a federal nutrition program that provides cash for summer food to families with children eligible for free- or reduced-price school meals. SUN Bucks will provide $120 annually on an electronic benefit transfer card. Families are eligible if they are identified as direct certified due to participation in SNAP, TANF, income-eligible Medicaid, or is identified as foster, homeless, or migrant. Learn more: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=164949

Healthy, nutritious summer meals are also available for kids 18 and younger through SummerMeals. To find a site close to you, call or text (800) 359-2163, text FoodIL to 304-304, or visit www.wegotyouillinois.org/summer-meals/

The American Association of University Women Wheaton-Glen Ellyn Branch will host its annual used book sale June 19-21 at Park View. The sale funds college scholarships for local high school girls. The sale will offer more than 12,000 books from a wide variety of genres, including children's and young adult. This year, board games and puzzles will also be sold. If you’d like to donate books, a bin will be available in several community locations as well as at Park View from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 9-13 and June 16-18.

7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Wheaton Public Library. Parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children of all ages are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources. Facilitated by and in partnership with staff members from North Shore Pediatric Therapy. This program is for adults only; no childcare will be provided.

Comidas de verano saludables y nutritivas se ofrecen para niños y jóvenes menores de 18 años cuando termina la escula. Para encontrar un lugar con comidas de verano más cercano a usted, llame o marque a los números siguientes.

Conversation Class. Practice speaking English in a small-group setting weekly. These classes are offered online and in person based on your English level.

Practical English Class. These classes are focused on reading and writing in English while also practicing speaking. Classes are offered in person.

One-on-One Tutoring Sessions. Need help with GED, citizenship, or ESL? You can work with a tutor to achieve your goals.

Please call (630) 682-5402 x331 or email aabdullah@peoplesrc.org for information on how to get connected to a tutor.

Personalized one-on-one assistance with common computer tasks, software programs, and internet navigation through the People's Resource Center. 

Need help with everyday tech tasks with your computer or smartphone? Want patient guidance without overwhelming jargon? Need personalized attention from knowledgeable PRC staff and volunteers?

Visit http://bit.ly/prc-oc for details and request an appointment today.

Butterfield Park District Bullfrogs Swim Team offers training and practice groups for swimmers of all ages and ability levels. The Bullfrogs coaching staff focuses on building swimmer skills, teamwork, enjoyment of the sport, and participation in competitive swimming. Competitions include swim meets twice a week during the summer season. (630) 858-2229

Falcons Season is open to preschool through eighth graders, and will run July through October. The Falcons focus on skill-building and sportsmanship, while also offering an exciting and supportive environment to prepare for junior and high school sports. 

Calling all District 89 baseball lovers! Sign up for Briarcliffe Youth Baseball. Practices and games are played at Briar Glen, Briar Patch Park, and other local community fields. Visit WBYB.org for details.

Explore hands-on molecular biology experiments led by a professor and experience life at the University of Notre Dame.

The B. R. Ryall YMCA in Glen Ellyn recently opened a new Teen Center designed as an after-school hangout location for middle- and high-school students. The Teen Center is open 3:45 to 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The Center has a safe environment with staff and available activities, including video games, ping pong, lounge, and games. More info: www.brryallymca.org/teen-center/

Northern Illinois Food Bank is for everyone in Northern Illinois to have the food they need to thrive. A nonprofit organization and proud member of Feeding America, the Food Bank serves 13 counties, providing nutritious food and resources with dignity, equity, and convenience.

Metropolitan Family Services DuPage offers high-quality, comprehensive, early childhood programs to support your child's social, emotional, and intellectual development including working directly with Early Intervention and School Districts to provide services to children with disabilities. All early childhood programs are free of charge. 

Metropolitan Family Services DuPage ofrece servicios preescolar de alta calidad para apoyar el desarollo de su hijo en la areas sociales, emocional, y intelectual, lo que incluye trabajar directamente con los distritos escolares y intervención temprana para brindar servicios a niños con discapacidades. Todos los servicios para educación preescolar son gratuitos.

Community Consolidated School District 89 conducts developmental screening periodically during the school year for children from the age of 2 years 10 months through 5 years old. The screening includes the use of the Ages & Stages Questionnaire 3rd Ed., Ages & Stages: Social-Emotional 2nd Ed., and play-based assessment of developmental skills. Vision/hearing screenings are provided as well. More info: https://www.ccsd89.org/screening

Join a community-driven Family Council in your Region to:
- Share your family experiences
- Hear from other families
- Advocate for your community
- Be compensated for your time

Who can join? Parents and caregivers of children eight and under

Learn more: https://www.birthtofiveil.com/councils

Únase a un Comité Familiar impulsado por la comunidad en su región para:
Compartir sus experiencias familiares
Escuchar a otras familias
Abogar por su comunidad
Ser compensado por su tiempo

www.birthtofiveil.com/comites

The Community Partners Play Date is a time for families with children ages 0-5 to enjoy the library and learn about resources in their community. This will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the last Friday of each month at Wheaton Public Library. The first play date will be Friday, January 26.

It is not always easy to visit a food pantry, especially if it is your first time. People's Resource Center is launching a free online, weekly ordering option that will make your visit easier.