Learn more about what Girl Scouts has to offer. Contact Nicole Bacarella nbacarella@girlscoutsgcnwi.org (708) 658-2321, ext. 1032

Metropolitan Family Services DuPage offers high-quality, comprehensive, early childhood programs to support children'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.

DuPage families can now enroll in:

Center-based services for children ages six weeks to five years and children

Home-based services for pregnant moms and children birth to three years and children

People’s Resource Center offers a variety of computer training classes, from beginner to advanced, with virtual and in-person options. Add a key skill to your resume.

Chromebook Giveaway: Tuesday, October 4, 1:30-3 p.m. Advance registration is required.

at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton

The Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire Company will hold an open house event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, October 8, at the firehouse at 524 Pennsylvania Ave.m Glen Ellyn, IL 60137.

Former Aurora police chief Kristen Ziman will discuss how to identify signs that someone might need help or be prone to violence. The event will be held from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday, October 11, at Hadley Junior High, 240 Hawthorne Blvd., Glen Ellyn. After Ziman’s presentation, there will be a discussion related to school safety, followed by questions for the panel from the audience. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KNesaN

Kiwanis Club of Glen Ellyn is bringing back the popular fish restocking program for 2022. They have partnered with the Glen Ellyn Park District and Central DuPage Kiwanis to restock both Lake Ellyn and Lake Foxcroft. The event will kick off at approximately 12:15 p.m., at Lake Ellyn and 12:45 p.m. at Lake Foxcroft on October 15.

The 14^th annual Spartan Pumpkin Run will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 23, at Glen Crest Middle School.

CCSD 89 students, families, and friends are invited to run or walk the 3.5-kilometer (2.1-mile) course that begins and ends at the middle school. Registration form: https://bit.ly/3TPdA9s

More info: https://bit.ly/3eO28eo

Local families and businesses are invited to reserve a table at The Glen (21W730 Butterfield Rd, Lombard) to decorate with Halloween decor, and hand out pre-packaged candy to the trick-or-treaters as they stop by. This is a safe alternative to trick or treating around your neighborhood. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration required. Free

Non-stop dodgeball games and pizza on a Friday night. Multiple types of dodgeball games including jailbreak, medic, a classic game, and so many more. Ages 5-11. $20

Mini-clinic for boys and girls to work on the fundamentals of soccer skills such as passing, offense, defense, and controlling the ball. At Butterfield Elementary School 2S500 Gray Ave, Lombard. Grades: K - 5 Nov 1 - Nov 22

The Glenbard Parent Series (GPS) hosts free talks with insights on students and parenting. GPS recently released the 2022-23 schedule. All events are open to the community. No registration required. More information is available at www.glenbardgps.org

The Glen Ellyn Park District Foundation has scholarships available for families in need that want their children to participate in camps, classes, trips, preschool, fitness, or athletics. Residents who qualify can receive up to $400 each year. More information: https://gepark.org/registration/financial-aid/

The RecKids program provides child-care services in a fun, safe, and active environment. Children in kindergarten through fifth grade will enjoy supervised age-based activities before and after school, in addition to daily homework time and appropriate healthy snacks.

For further information, visit www.butterfieldpd.com or call at (630) 858-2229.

PRC Clothes Closet, 104 Chestnut Ave., Westmont

Available by appointment only. To make an appointment, call 630-682-5402 - Press 0

Hours: Mondays 9 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Limit two visits per month

The ACP is a federal-benefit program that provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service. 

Eligible households must both apply for the program and contact a participating provider to select a service plan.

More detailed information is available here: https://www.fcc.gov/acp

Practice everyday conversations, improve your pronunciation and gain confidence in a relaxed environment. Ages 18 and up. Starts September 14. Meets Tuesdays. Facilitated by People’s Resource Center.

These classes provide English language learners with life skills and the opportunity to improve speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary development, and grammar. Meets Thursday. Facilitated by People's Resource Center. Ages 18 and up

The Illinois Rental Payment Program (ILRPP) can provide up to $25,000 in emergency rental assistance for families affected by the pandemic. Eligible households may receive up to 15 months of assistance from June 2020 through August 2021.

The Dental Clinic at DuPage County Dental Clinic is open for individuals who meet the Health Department income guidelines. Locations in Wheaton and Lombard. All Medicaid accepted. Low-cost fees.

Help getting a job, free one-to-one career coaching, up to $10,000 in training/certification grants at workNet DuPage Career Center.

Online tutoring, book pick-up, creative art projects, reading suggestions, science ideas, and lots more is available online from the Glen Ellyn Public Library.

Lekotek is a family-centered play program designed to help families in the development of children with special needs from birth to 8 years old. Private, customized therapeutic play sessions give families the guidance and support they need to learn and engage in purposeful play together. Through the Western DuPage Special Recreation Association