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Wild Neighbors

merleburl April 14, 2021

“Our Wild Neighbors” is the West Chicago Public Library program via Zoom)

(photo courtesy West Chicago Public Library)

Filed Under: Government

Gardening Classes for Blooming Fest

merleburl April 12, 2021

Although Blooming Fest 2021 was cancelled, the City of West Chicago offers some garden related classes and activities for West Chicago residents.

(photo courtesy City of West Chicago)

Filed Under: Business, Government, Individuals

Wired Rings Of Copper

merleburl April 12, 2021

The West Chicago Gettin’ Crafty program is “Wired Rings.”

(photo courtesy West Chicago Public Library)

Filed Under: Government

More To Do At Park District

merle April 12, 2021

EXCITING UPDATES
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION OPENS
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS APRIL 30
Register now and save
$10 off each camp weekly session.
Discount is only valid on weekly session fees
and does not apply to Extended Camp.
Learn More…
TURTLE SPLASH WATER PARK SET TO OPEN JUNE 13
NOW HIRING FOR SUMMER JOBS
Group Interviews
Lifeguards, Swim Instructors & Camp Counselors
Tuesdays in April at 4:00pm
ARC Center
Learn More…
IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
KIDS PROGRAMS
Art
Dance
Cooking
Musical Theatre
Special Interest
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MARTIAL ARTS
Dragon Tots
Karate
Tai Chi
Jiujitsu
Judo
Learn More
ADULT PROGRAMS
Value in the Landscape
Wednesdays
4/28/21-5/12/21
6:00-8:00pm
Learn More
SPECIAL EVENTS
80 + OVER
Older American’s Month Celebration
Sunday, May 2
2:00-4:00pm
Registration Required
Learn More
YOUTH ATHLETICS
SUMMER
YOUTH T-BALL
June 28 – August 14
Coed League
$50 res / $65 non-res
Learn More…
ONE DAY BASKETBALLCLINICS
Saturday, April 24 or May 22
9:00-11:00am
$35 res / $41 non-res
Learn More…
ULTIMATE FRISBEE
CLINICS
Saturday, May 8
9:00am-12:00pm
$25 res / $33 non-res
Learn More…
FITNESS DEALS

With easing of COVID-10 pandemic restrictions , West Chicago Park District is offering more inside activities and events.

(photo courtesy West Chicago park District)

Filed Under: Government

Chair Yoga and Fitness

merleburl April 12, 2021

“Virtual Chair Yoga” is the West Chicago Public Library program.

(photo courtesy West Chicago Public Library)

Filed Under: Business, Government, Individuals

WCFPD Thor Receives Protective Vest

merle April 11, 2021

With a charitable donation from the not-for- profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., K9 Thor of the West Chicago Fire Protection District received a bullet and stab protective vest.

(photo courtesy West Chicago Fire Protection District)

Filed Under: Government, Individuals, Organizations

History In A Kit

merleburl April 6, 2021

The West Chicago City Museum is having a grab and go History at Home Craft Kit pick up the second Friday of each month.

(photo courtesy West Chicago City Museum)

Filed Under: Government

New Hours at Library

merleburl April 6, 2021

West Chicago Public Library, 118 West Washington Street, is extending its hours, making limited seats available, and making its in-person services available for walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis.

(photo courtesy West Chicago public Library)

Filed Under: Government

Forest Preserve Select Friling

merleburl April 5, 2021

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County selected Karie Friling Ito be the new executive director.

Filed Under: Government, Individuals

Library Class Helps with Job Hunting

merleburl March 30, 2021

West Chicago Public Library offers a virtual Resume Writing and Job Seeking class.

(photo courtesy West Chicago Public Library)

Filed Under: Government

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I am an Independent Writing and Editing Professional.

I also am the author of At Home with Merle Burleigh, which is published weekly on the City of West Chicago's website, westchicago.org. It chronicles the community life of West Chicago.

As a resident  of West Chicago for more than 40  years, I know this is a  great community with residents who care for each other and offer assistance whenever needed.

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