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3/13/2010: GET CONNECTED ! Parent Conference - A Parent Conference specifically designed for families of children and adults with disabilities. Sat March 13, 2010 from 8:30 am to 3 p.m. at McHenry County College. Cost is $35.00 per person $60.00 per couple (lunch is included). Registration is required. Call Kathy at 815-477-4720 ext. 250 to register or visit our website www.optionsandadvocacy.org.   Contact information: Options & Advocacy KathyReeves Phone: 815-477-4720  Email:kathy.reeves@opad.org Website: www.optionsandadvocacy.org

3/13/2010: Dance the Night Away For Autism - The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism Proudly Presents Our 4th Annual Fundraiser: “Dance the Night Away for Autism” March 13, 2010 - 5:00 - Tickets: $50 Crystal Lake Holiday Inn The night will include: raffles, silent and live auctions, and music provided by Hip Pockit, www.hippockit.com TRIPLE HEADER RAFFLE ($10/ticket): First Prize: 50” Sanyo Plasma HDTV ($900 value) Second Prize: Wii Fit Package (including Wii Console, Extra controller and nun chuck, Wii Fit and balance board, and Thrustmaster T-Fitness Pro Pack) ($400 Value) Third Prize: Tom Tom Special Edition 4.3” GPS and case ($170 Value) Drawing March 13, 2010 - Winner need not be present to win If you would like to attend, make a donation, sponsor the event (Levels starting at $250-$10,000) or purchase raffle tickets, please contact: Cindy at 847-458-6802 or e-mail cwilliams_alca@sbcglobal.net. We could use your help! The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) is a 501c3 charity, located in Lake in the Hills. It is a Developmental Learning Center and Illinois State Board of Education approved Therapeutic Day School for children with autistic spectrum disorders between the ages of 2 and 12. Currently, autism is the fastest growing neurodevelopmental disability in the United States. It is estimated that autism is being diagnosed at the rate of 1 out of every 100 children. It is our mission to provide an environment where our students can learn and thrive. We focus on sensory regulation, engagement, communication, academics, social skills, reduction of maladaptive behaviors, community integration, life skills and parent coaching. Each student has an individualized 1:1 program designed to meet their unique needs, using proven methodologies and teaching strategies to gain functional independence. ALCA continues to grow and develop with the rising population of autism. In order to continue to provide quality services to our students and their families, we need community support.   Contact information: Alexander Leigh Center for Autism RandiCarlson Phone: 847-458-6802  Email:cwilliams_alca@sbcglobal.net Website: www.alexanderleighcenterforautism.com

3/14/2010: McHenry Lions Club Pancake Breakast - Benefits Lions Club sight and sound program   Contact information: McHenry Lions Club JudyBierman Phone: 815-385-3404  Email:Judrons@aol.com Website:

3/14/2010: McHenry Lions Club Pancake Breakast - Benefits Lions Club sight and sound program   Contact information: McHenry Lions Club JudyBierman Phone: 815-385-3404  Email:Judrons@aol.com Website:

3/16/2010: Cooking Healthy at Home - Tuesday, March 16, 2010 6:30-8 p.m. During these economic times, it makes more sense than ever to eat at home. Learn how to put your family's nutrition first. Registered Dietitian Kate Olson will teach you easy steps for a delicious, well-balanced, home-cooked meal your family will enjoy. Learn tips, recipes and shortcuts to help save time and money while keeping your family healthy. A light meal will be served! Space is limited! To register call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) and mention class code: 3N67   Contact information: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital TrishGolden Phone: 847-842-2988  Email:Trish.golden@advocatehealth.com Website: www.advocatehealth.com

3/16/2010: Mchenry Country's Biggest Weight Loser Benefit - We are sponsoring two 12 week not-for-profit weight loss challenges to benefit Go Fit Kids.com; a foundation for the prevention of childhood obesity. First challenge start March 16 at 7:00, the second starts March 18 at 7:00 pm. Both are held at the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce building, in their meeting room. Includes a free body analysis, free personal wellness coaching, free nutrition and exercise information and free group support, plus weekly prizes and much more! Cash prizes awarded to the top three participants for each challenge. Seating limited. Call 815-893-4069 to pre-register.   Contact information: SNR Wellness ShannonHardwick Phone: 815-893-4069  Email:snrwellness@gmail.com Website:

3/18/2010: Monthly Meeting - Come join us, meet our new 2010 officers, and join us in one or more of our ongoing support activities. Eligibility: Women Marines (former, active and reserves), Wives, widows, mothers, sisters, grandmothers, stepmothers, daughters, granddaughters, stepdaughters, daughter-in-law and aunts of a Marine or FMF Corpsman (not less than 16 years of age.) Women not less than 16 years of age, not meeting any of the above relationship requirements, may join as associate members.   Contact information: McHenry County Marine Corps League Auxiliary CherylHopkins Phone: 815-675-6741  Email:president@mchenrycountymcla.com Website: www.mchenrycountymcla.com

3/19/2010: Take a Walk in Her Shoes Ball - “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Lao-Tzu Join us for an evening of fashion, footwear and fun with fabulous contests, prizes, auction items, raffles and many incredible surprises! Take A Walk in Her Shoes Ball Friday, March 19, 2010 from 7:30pm – Midnight Holiday Inn Crystal Lake Reservations: $50 per person or $500 for table of 10 Emcee – Stew Cohen, STAR 105.5 News Director DJ & Live Band ~ 2 Hours of Hors d’oeuvres ~ Cash Bar – 21 or older event Introducing the “Strut Your Stuff” Shoe Contest This event is a great place for friends, couples, and singles to gather. Assigned seating is possible with advanced notice. A “Women in Transition” Scholarship will be established because of your participation in this event. Go to www.supportmcc.org/shoes for more info or to register. For sponsorship opportunities or to donate to this event contact Kathrine Pfister at kpfister@mchenry.edu or 815-479-7529.   Contact information: Friends of MCC Foundation KathrinePfister Phone: 815-455-8721  Email:foundation@mchenry.edu Website: www.supportmcc.org/shoes

3/23/2010: New Membership Gathering - 7:00 - 8:30 P.M. Rotary Building at Veterans Acres Entrance off of 176 & Walkup Road Crystal Lake, IL Ladies: For more information, please join us to find out more about the local unit and how you can help. Eligibility: Women Marines (former, active and reserves), Wives, widows, mothers, sisters, grandmothers, stepmothers, daughters, granddaughters, stepdaughters, daughter-in-law and aunts of a Marine or FMF Corpsman (not less than 16 years of age.) Women not less than 16 years of age, not meeting any of the above relationship requirements, may join as associate members.   Contact information: McHenry County Marine Corps League Auxiliary CherylHopkins Phone: 815-675-6741  Email:President@mchenrycountymcla.com Website:

3/27/2010: EXPO - EXPO - This community trade show is held annually each spring at Crystal Lake South High School. EXPO attracts thousands of area residents. Over 140 Exhibitors each year showcase their products and services, as well as give away prizes. Entertainment, special prizes and raffles, and a food court are also featured at this family friendly event. The dates for the 2010 EXPO will be March 27 & 28. Hours for Saturday, March 27: 10 am - 4 pm, and Sunday, March 28: 11 am - 3 pm. Location: Crystal Lake South High School, 1200 S. McHenry Ave. Contact Cathy Klettke for more information.   Contact information: Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce CathyKlettke Phone: 815-459-1300  Email:cklettke@clchamber.com Website: www.clchamber.com

3/27/2010: Great Outdoors Expo - Welcome to the 2nd Annual 2010 Great Outdoors Expo, produced by the Woodstock Morning Rotary Club. This two day event will be highlighted by a variety of demonstrations, workshops and seminars. Additionally, exhibitors will be selling hunting and fishing gear, camping supplies, boats, ATV's and a wide variety of outdoor equipment. Net proceeds from the event will support various local charity organizations.   Contact information: Woodstock Morning Rotary Club TimOman Phone: 847-217-7034  Email:info@greatoutdoorsexpo.net Website: www.GreatOutdoorsExpo.net

3/28/2010: EXPO - EXPO - This community trade show is held annually each spring at Crystal Lake South High School. EXPO attracts thousands of area residents. Over 140 Exhibitors each year showcase their products and services, as well as give away prizes. Entertainment, special prizes and raffles, and a food court are also featured at this family friendly event. The dates for the 2010 EXPO will be March 27 & 28. Hours for Saturday, March 27: 10 am - 4 pm, and Sunday, March 28: 11 am - 3 pm. Location: Crystal Lake South High School, 1200 S. McHenry Ave. Contact Cathy Klettke for more information.   Contact information: Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce CathyKlettke Phone: 815-459-1300  Email:cklettke@clchamber.com Website: www.clchamber.com

3/30/2010: Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutor Training - Classroom traiing to become a certified volunteer to work with the adult education students at MCC teachng reading, math, or English as a Second Language. Volunteers are trained to work one-on-one with students, with small groups, or as aids in classrooms.   Contact information: McHenry County College MarieDay Phone: 815-455-8542  Email:mday@mchenry.edu Website: www.mchenry.edu/volunteer

4/3/2010: Easter Egg Hunt - Easter Egg Hunt at Indian Oaks Park. Photo's at 11 a.m. in the Family recreation Center. Egg Hunts for 2-9 years old. Free event. Easter Bunny will lead egg hunts.   Contact information: Marengo Park District DeniseAnderson Phone: 815-568-5126  Email:denise@marengoparkdistrict.com Website: marengoparkdistrict.com

4/3/2010: Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutor Training - Classroom traiing to become a certified volunteer to work with the adult education students at MCC teachng reading, math, or English as a Second Language. Volunteers are trained to work one-on-one with students, with small groups, or as aids in classrooms.   Contact information: McHenry County College MarieDay Phone: 815-455-8542  Email:mday@mchenry.edu Website: www.mchenry.edu/volunteer

4/3/2010: EGGStravaganza - 5th Annual EGGStravaganza FREE Event for the family! Join us on April 3rd. Great for ages 10 and under! Egg Hunt begins at 2:00 pm with special Egg Hunt area for ages 4 and under. There will be Popcorn, Door Prizes, Entertainment and so much FUN! Thousands of eggs with candy and prizes. For directions to our website go to www.mchenryefc.com or call 815.344.1111 for more info.   Contact information: Evangelical Free Church of McHenry PhyllisSeyler Phone: 815-344-1111  Email:phyllis.seyler@mchenryefc.com Website: www.mchenryefc.com

4/10/2010: Gardenfest 2010 - A day of gardening for everyone from beginner to the experienced gardener to be held on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at McHenry County College, 8900 U. S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL from 7:30 a.m to 4 p.m. Trudi Temple, author and extraordinary gardener, will present a keynote address titled "Order and Creativity in the Garden." $40.00 includes lunch (additional fee for hands-on labs). For a copy of schedule of classes and to download a registration form, visit www.mchenry.edu/gardenfest/index.asp or call (815) 479-7570   Contact information: McHenry County College & Master Gardeners with University of Illinois Extension AmyCarzoli Phone: 815-455-8764  Email:acarzoli@mchenry/edu Website: www.mchenry.edu/gardenfest/index.asp

4/11/2010: Scenes from Safari 18th Annual Fashion Show - Please join us on safari for fierce spring fashions Sunday, April 11th, 2010, 11 a.m. at the Crystal Lake Holiday Inn. We will have a silent auction, raffles, lunch and an afternoon of fun. All proceeds will benefit Senior Services Associates, Inc.   Contact information: Senior Services Associates, Inc. MegLaMonica Phone: 815-344-3555  Email:mlamonica@seniorservicesassoc.org Website: seniorservicesassoc.org

4/11/2010: Run thru the Hills - Bring the whole family and join in on this 11th Annual evet. There are walk, run, and strolling distances for all levels. Pre-registration online at www.lith.org or www.signmeup.com. Each participant will recieve a technical shirt and a pancake breakfast provided by the Lake in the Hills Rotary Club. Early packet pick up and registration available at the Running Depot, 30-E North Williams Street in Crystal Lake on Saturday, April 10, 2010, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.   Contact information: Village of Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department DebraWahlberg Phone: 847-960-7460  Email:recreation@lith.org Website: www.lith.org

4/11/2010: "Scenes From Safari" - 18th Annual Senior Services Fashion Show/Fundraiser will be held on 4-11-10 at the Holiday Inn in Crystal Lake. This year's event "Scenes From Safari" will begin at 11:00 and includes a three couse luncheon, raffles, silent auction and fashion show. Tickets are $38 for adults and $14 for children 10 and under. Contact 815-344-3555 for info on purchasing tickets or sponsorship opportunities.   Contact information: Senior Services Assoc. Rita Boulden Phone: 815-344-3555  Email:rboulden@seniorservicesassoc.org Website: www.seniorservicesassoc.org

4/17/2010: SleepOut for Shelter...a homeless experience - Homelessness can happen to anyone-any day. Make a difference! Groups & individuals can participate in SleepOut for Shelter on April 27, 2010. Rally starts at 5PM at Lippold Park in Crystal Lake. Participants will sleep outside the comfort of their homes to raise money for PADS through pledges. You can sleep out anywhere. After the Rally, participants will find their own shelters. Register on-line at www.mchenrycountypads.com. You'll receive all the resources you need to make a difference in your community.   Contact information: McHenry County PADS BarbRupe Phone: 815-790-0048  Email:barb.rupe@thegalaevents.com Website: www.mchenrycountypads.com

4/17/2010: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital's Fourth Annual Women's Event: When life gives you lemons, get out the juicer. - Fourth Annual Women's Event When life gives you lemons, get out the juicer: Returning to lift our spirits is humorist Yvonne Conte, who will help us develop powerful thinking and understand how our thoughts influence the way we live our lives. Experience a relaxing morning as you learn how to add more fun and balance to your life. Following Yvonne's presentation, a panel of doctors on staff at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital will offer their perspective on how thoughts affect our health, both positively and negatively. Plus enjoy chair massages, skin care and beauty expertise, health education, raffles and a book signing. Register today! Call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) and mention Class Code: 3W29 Cost: $20.00 per person (registration is required.   Contact information: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital TrishGolden Phone: 847-842-2988  Email:trish.golden@advocatehealth.com Website: https://advocatehealth.com/goodshep

4/17/2010: Faith & Violence: What is Domestic Violence and What Can the Faith Community Do About It? - Workshop for Pastors, Lay People and the Community Who Want to Make a Difference. Saturday April 17 8:30-12 noon MCC-Shah Center 4100 West Shamrock Lane McHenry Contact Bev Thomas 815.479.7792 or bthomas@mchenry.edu Registration is free but please reserve your place.   Contact information: Family Violence Coordinating Council ThomasBev Phone: 815-479-7792  Email:bthomas@mchenry.edu Website:

4/19/2010: Annual Volunteer Recognition Event - Each year CLPL recognizes our wonderful volunteers during Volunteer Week. We provide dinner, awards and conviviality from 6-8pm in our Ames Meeting Room.   Contact information: Crystal Lake Public Library JulieGibson Phone: 815-526-5129  Email:jgibson@crystallakelibrary.org Website: www.crystallakelibrary.org

4/20/2010: Creating a family Through Adoption: Free Community Health Lecture - Tuesday, April 20, 2010 6:30-8 p.m. Class Code: 3P42 When it comes to adoption, prospective parents often have mnay questions. If your considering adoption, join Christine Poulos, MD, board certified pediatrician with Children & Teens Medical Center and a member of Chicago Area Families for Adoption for a night filled with valuable information. Learn about domestic and international adoptions, what a family may want to consider before adopting and how to interpret medical information when working with an adoption agency. A light meal will be served! To register call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) and mention class code: 3P42   Contact information: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital TrishGolden Phone: 847-842-2988  Email:Trish.golden@advocatehealth.com Website: https://advocatehealth/goodshep

4/20/2010: 4th Annual JAZZ FOR PADS - Contact Information: Debbie DeGraw McHenry County PADS Marketing & Development Director (815) 759-7282 (815) 338-7983 Fax Mark your Calendar for Tuesday April 20th 4th Annual JAZZ FOR PADS Multi- Chamber MIXER At Lakeside Legacy Arts Park Crystal Lake – Formerly the Dole Mansion Woodstock, IL – The Crystal Lake Business 2 Business network group will again be hosting JAZZ For PADS on Tuesday, April 20th from 5 – 7 pm. The event will return to the Dole Mansion, now Lakeside Legacy Arts Park on a quest to reach out and inform the public about PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) this is the 5th Annual Jazz for PADS event it is open to the public and free! McHenry County PADS has been providing services to the homeless people of McHenry County since 1988. Throughout the years McHenry County PADS has helped thousands of people to obtain not only the basic needs of food and shelter but a variety of resources to help people to exit homelessness. Last year more than 128 people attended the Jazz for PADS event. Mark your calendar early you don’t want to be the one who misses this year’s event! At this event guests enjoy good food, music provided by the MCC Jazz Band, beverages, while learning and helping out the homeless people of McHenry County. We ask that a donation of camping gear, which includes; back packs, pots, sleeping bags, cooler, sunscreen etc. can be brought to the event, non-perishable food or cash contributions are always welcome! Don’t miss this event you can learn and help the homeless people of McHenry County. For more information please visit our website and watch the informative videos at: www.mchenrycountypads.com   Contact information: Pioneer Center DebbieDeGraw Phone: 815-759-7282  Email:ddegraw@pioneercenter.org Website: mchenrycountypads.com

4/23/2010: Tropical Paradise Gala & Dinner Auction for FHPC - The 13th Annual Family Health Partnership Clinic Gala & Dinner Auction will be held on Friday, April 23rd at the Holiday Inn, Crystal Lake beginning at 5:30p.m., with dinner at 7:00 p.m.. A Tropical Paradise will be waiting for you! Complete with, Od Tapo Imi (described as Jimmy Buffet Meets Blue Man Group) entertainers. Auction items include Cubs and Sox tickets, a fabulous trip, Studio 2015 unique necklace and much more! Tickets are $80.00 each or $150.00 per couple and a table of ten for $700.00. Find your favorite island attire and “get away on vacation” for the evening! Tickets may be purchased by contacting Rhienna Kujawa at rkujawa@hpclinic.org or at 815-334-8987, ext. 25.   Contact information: Family Health Partnership Clinic Rhienna Kujawa Phone: 815-334-8987  Email:rkujawa@hpclinic.org Website: www.hpclinic.org

4/23/2010: Family Service Annual Senior Fair - Senior Fair from 9:00 am until Noon in Community Room of Family Service, 4100 Veterans Parkway. McHenry, featuring services, products and opportunities for seniors. Lions Hearing Bus, Cash-Dash Program from Sec. of State. For additional informaton or to obtain and entry form for your business or service call Geri Davis (815) 669-2550   Contact information: Family Service & Community Mental Health Center GeraldineDavis Phone: 815-669-2550  Email:gdavis@familyservicemch.org Website: www.FamilyServiceOnline.org

4/23/2010: 6:30-10:00 - Silent & Live Auction with dinner and cash bar! Bull Valley Country Club, Woodstock IL 60098. Please call for details (815) 338 8081   Contact information: Turning Point JoeKvidera Phone: 815-388-8081  Email:JKvidera@McHenryCOuntyTurningpoint.Org Website: WWW>McHenryCountyTurningPoint.Org

4/24/2010: Community Clean Up Day - Community Clean Up Day The Chamber and the Crystal Lake Park District co-sponsor this event each year, in conjunction with Earth Day in April. Volunteers meet in the morning at the Chamber, enjoy a quick breakfast, then are given their tools for the day: gloves and garbage bags. Groups are dispatched throughout Crystal Lake to clean up from the spring thaw. After bringing the trash back to the Chamber for disposal and recycling, volunteers are then treated to lunch. Community Clean Up Day 2010 will be held on Saturday, April 24th, from 8:30 am - 1:00 pm. Registration is suggested, but not required. "Walk-ups" and non-residents are welcome! If you would like to pre-select an area or park to clean, or have a large group, please contact Steve Middaugh of Edward Jones Investments at steve.middaugh@edwardjones.com, or 815-356-5401. For more information, contact Sue Bechtold at the Chamber.   Contact information: Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce SueBechtold Phone: 815-459-1300  Email:sbechtold@clchamber.com Website: www.clchamber.com

4/24/2010: So Long, Insecurity w/Beth Moore - Kiss your insecurities good-by and discover the joy of living with confidence! Since Eve ripped the first leaf from a tree in the Garden, insecurities have plagued the female gender. Today’s women, young and old churched and un-churched, rich and poor — are suffering from such deeply embedded wounds that most don’t even know how to identify them, and beyond that they can’t imagine living without them. Join Beth Moore for a day that will transform and liberate you! COST - $20 (includes lunch & beverage) Event Time - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Doors open @ 8:15 am Register @ www.mchenryefc.com For Info contact: paulette.mchenryefc.com or 815.344.1111 We will have signed copies of Beth Moore's book, "So Long, Insecurity" available for purchase at the event.   Contact information: Evangelical Free Church of McHenry PauletteSchaeffer Phone: 815-344-1111  Email:paulette@mchenryefc.com Website: www.mchenryefc.com

4/29/2010: The Freedom of Forgiveness by Mary Hayes Grieco - The Freedom of Forgiveness by Mary Hayes Grieco April 29, 2010 • MCC Conference Center 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Professional Seminar The Freedom of Forgiveness: An effective process that will help your clients become free of past hurts. • Seminar for psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, nurses, social workers and other professionals. Forgiveness, usually considered to be within the territory of religious teachings, has become a concern of both psychology and medicine in the past ten years, generating at least 2,300 studies. The studies prove what we have always intuitively known to be true – holding on to resentments is bad for our health and happiness. Forgiveness of another will measurably reduce levels of physical stress. In this seminar you will: •Review current research linking forgiveness with stress reduction. •Learn the Psychosynthesis Model of psychological health and wholeness. •Learn the Eight Steps of Forgiving Another and the process of self-forgiveness. •Learn how forgiveness brings healing into a recovering family system. •Develop strategies for applying The Eight Steps of Forgiveness in a clinical practice. CEUs for the professional seminar will be available (additional $10 payable to MCC at the seminar) Fee: $79 (NCC S63 001) or $64 for SEDOM employees (NCC S63 002) To register, call (815) 455-8588 and reference the ID number. For more information, email: mccconferencecenter@mchenry.edu or contact Amy Carzoli at (815) 455-8764.   Contact information: SEDOM, the Center for Non-Profit Leadership at MCC, and the Conference Center. AmyCarzoli Phone: 815-455-8764  Email:mccconferencecenter@mchenry.edu Website:

4/29/2010: FREE: Community Forgiveness; Key to Health and Family Harmony Workshop - Community Forgiveness: Key to Health and Family Harmony Workshop 7 - 9 p.m. FREE • Workshop for families/parents Unconditional love and forgiveness are strong cornerstones in the life of a healthy family. It’s not hard to forgive – you just need to know how to do it. Learn the basic principles and practices, plus a step-by-step approach to heal your emotions and the key to self forgiveness.   Contact information: SEDOM, the Center for Non-Profit Leadership at MCC, and the Conference Center. AmyCarzoli Phone: 815-455-8764  Email:mccconferencecenter@mchenry.edu Website:

5/1/2010: Paradise Island dinner and auction - Dinner with silent and live auction, prize and cash raffles, entertainment, reverse raffle located at Building D at the McHenry County Fairgrounds, Country Club Rd., Woodstock. All proceeds support local and international Rotary Club projects in Woodstock. Dinner at 6 PM. Auctions from 7 to 10 PM.   Contact information: Woodstock Rotary Club Susan Krause Phone: 815-338-6912  Email:skrause@ysb4kids.org Website: http://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/Home/homeC.asp?cid=2418

5/6/2010: VOICE Sexual Assault Center Hosts Scholarship ART Contest - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE VOICE SEXUAL ASSAULT CENTER A program of Pioneer Center for Human Services 3941 Dayton Street, McHenry, IL 60050 CONTACT: Debbie DeGraw Marketing & Development Director March 8, 2010 (815) 759-7282 (ddegraw@pioneercenter.org) VOICE Sexual Assault Center Hosts Scholarship ART Contest/Show for Sexual Assault Awareness Month MCHENRY, IL – April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Women, men and youth from McHenry County will join concerned citizens throughout Illinois and the nation during April to Decide to End Sexual Violence and promote healthy relationships and communities. VOICE is an ICASA (Illinois Coalition against Sexual Assault) Center. Do you Know?  1 in 3 women in the world have been beaten, forced to have sex, or abused in her lifetime.  1 in 3 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually abused before the age of 18.  In almost 80% of sexual assaults, the offender is someone known to the victim.  A third of rape victims have seriously considered suicide and 13% have attempted it.  1 in 3 high school and college students experience violence in a dating relationship, whether it’s physical, sexual, or emotional. This may even have happened to someone you know. Quite often, people keep this a secret. Through VOICE Sexual Assault Services, we empower victims to speak out and have a VOICE. In support of sexual assault awareness month the McHenry County Sheriff’s department and many other local police departments will be putting the VOICE “Stop Sexual Assault” awareness car ribbon magnets on their squad cars. We ask that you join us to help end sexual violence and call us today to get your free “Stop Sexual Assault” car ribbon magnet! In addition, on May 6th VOICE Sexual Assault Services will hold a themed ART Contest/Show titled “Relationship Pressures” various styles of art media will depict the theme of Relationship Pressures. Students of McHenry County Schools are invited to participate. Scholarships will be awarded to 1st through 4th place. 1st Place will receive $1,000, 2nd Place $500, 3rd and 4th place $250 each. Scholarships are provided by Lewke Partners, Crystal Lake, IL. For more information about the Art show or to get your free ribbon please call: (815) 759-7055 or (815) 759-7066. The public is also invited to join us for the Judging and viewing of The Adolescent Allies Art Show, which will be held on Thursday, May 6th at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Art will be displayed May 3rd through May 8th. Almost half of sexual assaults happen before the age of 18 years of age. We hope that by educating high school students we will prevent sexual violence and/or help people help survivors come forward. We expect people of all ages to view the art and educate themselves, family members or friends. VOICE provides: Crisis intervention, medical advocacy, counseling, legal advocacy, survivors support groups, and prevention and community education. If you are unable to attend but would like to make a donation to support the VOICE program and victims of sexual assault please call (815) 759-7055 or visit us online at: www.Pioneercenter.org.   Contact information: Pioneer Center DebbieDeGraw Phone: 815-759-7282  Email:ddegraw@pioneercenter.org Website: pioneercenter.org

5/8/2010: Hike for Life - Saturday May 8th from 830-1130 5K walk, at the Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda. All proceeds benefit Tri-County Pregnancy Centers. 830-1130 Hike, breakfast, coloring contest and moonwalk. 930-1130 Professional face painter and balloon artist. 1130 Prize winners announced. For more information contact www.TriCountyPPS.org or call 815-455-0965 and ask for Julie Selof   Contact information: Tri-County Pregnancy and Parenting Services JulieSelof Phone: 224-548-9477  Email:jselof@att.net Website: www.tricountypps.org

5/8/2010: Home of the Sparrow-Mother's Day Brunch - Please join us for the 1st Annual Home of the Sparrow Mother's Day Brunch on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 9:00am - 3:00pm at D'Andrea Banquests & Conference Center. Tickets: $30 Adults (11+) $14 Children (3-10) Children under 3 Free (Tickets include tax and gratuity.) Reservations required, please call 815-444-1660 x35 (Rservations taken on the half hour with last seating at 1:30pm) Tickets are non-refundable. We will have a porfessional photographer taking FREE family portraits. Home of the Sparrow serves the community as a transitional shelter program providing housing and supportive services for homeless women and children in McHenry County.   Contact information: Home of the Sparrow Sophiade Vries Phone: 815-444-1660  Email:development.assistant@h-o-s.org Website: www.h-o-s.org

5/16/2010: Fair Diddley® 2010 Craft Fair - The Mental Health Resource League is proud to announce our Annual Fair Diddley® Craft Show located in the Historic Woodstock Square, Woodstock, IL from 10AM - 5PM on Sunday, May 16, 2010. All proceeds from the fair benefit McHenry County Agencies concerned with mental health services. You'll find high quality hand-crafted, and original works, outstanding display of folk art, wood carving, dried florals, pottery, painted and appliquéd clothing, jewelry, fine art and much more.   Contact information: Mental Health Resource League BarbSwanson Phone: 815.759.7144  Email:www.info@mhrl.org Website: www.mhrl.org

5/18/2010: STROKE: Act FAST at the First Signs-Free Community Health Lecture - Tuesday, May 18, 2010 6:30-8 p.m. Class Code: 3C68 Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. and the number one cause of disability. Anyone can have a stroke, but chances increase depending on risk factors that can often be reduced by modifying behaviors like smoking or diet. If you may be at risk for a stroke or want to learn more, join Barry Bikshorn, MD, from Northwest Neurology for information on what can be done to prevent a stroke and how to recognize the signs of stroke and respond quickly. A light meal will be served! To register call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) and mention class code: 3C68   Contact information: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital TrishGolden Phone: 847-842-2988  Email:Trish.golden@advocatehealth.com Website: https://advocatehealth/goodshep

6/4/2010: Blues, BBQ & Brew - Kick off the summer on June 4 with a night of Blues, BBQ & Brew featuring legendary Chicago blues musician Barrelhouse Chuck. Crystal Lake Holiday Inn, 6:30PM. See www.pioneercenter.org for event information.   Contact information: Pioneer Center for Human Services BarbSwanson Phone: 815-759-7144  Email:bswanson@pioneercenter.org Website: www.pioneercenter.org

6/6/2010: New Balance Girls on the Run 5K - The New Balance Girls on the Run 5K on June 6, 2010 is a community race and the final celebration of the girls 10 week curriculum based activity. Please contact Raechel at rdsowa@yahoo.com for more information.   Contact information: Girls on the Run McHenry County Raechel Sowa Phone: 815-893-0259  Email:rdsowa@yahoo.com Website: www.mchenrycountygotr.orgq

6/15/2010: How Your Family's Genetics May Affect You - Join genetic counselor Shelly Galasinski with Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital to learn about the role of genetics and how your family history may raise your risk for certain types of cancer and cardiac disease. A light meal will be served! To register call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) and mention class code: 3C37   Contact information: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital TrishGolden Phone: 847-842-2988  Email:Trish.golden@advocatehealth.com Website: https://advocatehealth/goodshep

6/28/2010: Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce 2010 Golf Classic - Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce 2010 Golf Classic on June 28, 2010 being held at the Boulder Ridge Country Club in Lake in the Hills. The outing includes lunch, dinner and 18 holes of golf. Sponsorships are also available. Register online at www.clchamber.com or call Jackie Ruiz at 815-459-1300 ext. 17 for more information.   Contact information: Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce JackieRuiz Phone: 815-459-1300  Email:jruiz@clchamber.com Website: www.clchamber.com

7/18/2010: 25th Annual Woodstock Folk Festival - The 25th Woodstock Folk Festival takes place on Sunday July 18, 2010, on historic Woodstock Square. The Woodstock Folk Festival offers a mainstage packed with the best in local, regional, national, and even international performers, a kid's area with hands-on activities and kid's concerts, an open mic stage where budding performers can sign up to share their talent, and a workshop. Admission to the all-day festival is a suggested donation of $15 for adults, $25 for families and $10 for students and seniors. Visit www.woodstockfolkfestival.org for more information, or e-mail woodstockfolkfest@sbcglobal.net. See you on the Square!   Contact information: Woodstock Folk Festival AnnemarieSerra Phone: 815-479-9933  Email:woodstockfolkfest@sbcglobal.net Website: www.woodstockfolkfestival.org

7/19/2010: Morning Drive Golf Outing for Pioneer Center for Human Services - Take a Morning Drive Golf Outing at Pinecrest Golf Club, 11220 Algonquin Road, Huntley, IL Monday, July 19, 2010. Golf outing benefiting services & programs of Pioneer Center for Human Services. Registration ~ Putting Contest ~ Lite Breakfast 8:30AM—9:30AM Shot Gun Start with Scramble Format starts at 9:30 AM Lunch at “The Turn”. After golf join us in the club house for snack buffet and cash bar. More information at www.pioneercenter.org/events or by calling Barb at 815.759.7144.   Contact information: Pioneer Center for Human Services BarbSwanson Phone: 815-759-7144  Email:bswanson@pioneercenter.org Website: www.pioneercenter.org

7/21/2010: Republican Play Day - Annual Republican Golf Outing/dinner at McHenry Country Club. For additional information or to reserve tee times call Geri Davis at (815) 344-4559.   Contact information: McHenry County Republican Women's Club GeriDavis Phone: 815-344-4559  Email:landon@mc.net Website: www.mcgop.oprg

7/26/2010: Annual Golf Outing & Dinner Auction - The Adult & Child Rehab Center's Annual Golf Outing & Dinner Auction will take place at the beautiful Bull Valley Golf Club on Monday, July 26, 2010. Golfers will be treated to a box lunch, 18 holes of golf, silent & live auctions and a great dinner. Not a golfer? Join us for the auctions and dinner. For more information, please call Shannon Thennes at (815) 338-1707 or e-mail ssnider@adultchildrehabcenter.org.   Contact information: Adult & Child Rehab Center Shannon Thennes Phone: 815-338-1707  Email:ssnider@adultchildrehabcenter.org Website: www.adultchildrehabcenter.org

8/1/2010: TRAIL OF HISTORY Orientation for New Volunteers - Individuals and families have enjoyed stepping back in time at the Trail of History at Glacial Park for over twenty years! Did you know that you can be a part of the Trail this year? No experience is necessary - just an interest in history and enthusiasm for this very special event! Join us at the Wiedrich Barn in Glacial Park on Sunday, Aug. 1 from 2 - 4 pm for an orientation and introduction to volunteer opportunities and costume-making. Costumed volunteer positions include demonstrating historical crafts and life ways, including candlemaking, log house family living, traditional cooking, cornhusk doll-making, and military tactics. There is also a need for non-costumed volunteers to help with visitor's services and groundskeeping duties. Sound interesting? Volunteers must be at least age 14. Children under age 14 are invited to participate with their families or adult guardian. Can't attend this orientation? Another will be offered Thursday, August 5 at 7 p.m.at the same location. Questions? Please call the McHenry County Conservation District Volunteer Coordinator for more information at (815)338-6223 or email Volunteers@MCCDistrict.org. Advance registration for this orientation meeting is appreciated, but last-minute "drop-ins" are also welcome!   Contact information: McHenry County Conservation District DeniceBeck Phone: 815-338-6223  Email:Dbeck@MCCDistrict.org Website: www.MCCDistrict.org

8/5/2010: TRAIL OF HISTORY Orientation for New Volunteers - Individuals and families have enjoyed stepping back in time at the Trail of History at Glacial Park for over twenty years! Did you know that you can be a part of the Trail this year? No experience is necessary - just an interest in history and enthusiasm for this very special event! Join us at the Wiedrich Barn in Glacial Park on Thursday, Aug. 5 from 7 - 9 pm for an orientation and introduction to volunteer opportunities and costume-making. Costumed volunteer positions include demonstrating historical crafts and life ways, including candlemaking, log house family living, traditional cooking, cornhusk doll-making, and military tactics. There is also a need for non-costumed volunteers to help with visitor's services and groundskeeping duties. Sound interesting? Volunteers must be at least age 14. Children under age 14 are invited to participate with their families or adult guardian. Questions? Please call the McHenry County Conservation District Volunteer Coordinator for more information at (815)338-6223 or email Volunteers@MCCDistrict.org. Advance registration for this orientation meeting is appreciated, but last-minute "drop-ins" are also welcome!   Contact information: McHenry County Conservation District DeniceBeck Phone: 815-338-6223  Email:Volunteers@MCCDistrict.org Website: www.MCCDistrict.org

8/13/2010: Take A Stand For Turning Point - AUGUST 13-14 2010, live on Star 105.5! Call Turning Point 815 338 8081 for details!   Contact information: Turning Point JoeKvidera Phone: 815-338-8081  Email:JKvidera@McHenryCountyTurningpoint.Org Website: WWW.McHenryCountyTurningPoint.Org

8/21/2010: Kroozer's Cars for Kids Car Show - A classic car show hosted by the Kroozers of Northern Illinoiz Car Club to benefit the Youth Service Bureau. Held on the beautiful Woodstock Square. Classic cars, music of the 50's and 60's, food, fun, raffles and prize drawings. Show hours: Cars start to arrive 4 PM. Show hours 5 PM to 9 PM.   Contact information: Youth Service Bureau SusanKrause Phone: 815-338-7360  Email:skrause@ysb4kids.org Website: www.ysb4kids.org

9/18/2010: Fever River Adventure Triathlon - 6 mi paddle, 17 mi bike, 3.1 mi run   Contact information: Fever River Racing CraigBrown Phone: 815-776-9425  Email:feverriver@sbcglobal.net Website: www.feverrivertriathlon.com

9/25/2010: Art of the Land Benefit Art Show - This event brings together local artists, the beautiful McHenry County land, and people who love art & the land for an evening of celebration. A portion of all art sales goes to support TLC's land preservation mission.   Contact information: The Land Conservancy of McHenry County LisaHaderlein Phone: 815-337-9502  Email:lhaderlein@conservemc.org Website: www.conservemc.org

9/27/2010: Tee to Tea Women's Golf Outing - Join us for the Adult & Child Rehab Center's Women's Golf Outing, Tee to Tea, on Monday, September 27th. This year the event is being held at McHenry Country Club. The day will include light breakfast refreshments, 9 holes of golf, wine and food samples on course, silent auction and a high tea. Bid on a caddie for four foursome during our caddie auction. Come have a great time! For more information, please call Shannon Thennes at (815) 338-1707 or e-mail ssnider@adultchildrehabcenter.org.   Contact information: Adult & Child Rehab Center Shannon Thennes Phone: 815-338-1707  Email:ssnider@adultchildrehabcenter.org Website: www.adultchildrehabcenter.org

10/21/2010: Annual Dinner - Turning Point Annual dinner! Call for Details!   Contact information: Turning Point JoeKvidera Phone: 815-388-8081  Email:JKvidera@McHenryCOuntyTurningpoint.Org Website: WWW.McHenryCountyTurningPoint.Org

10/24/2010: Care4 Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk - Details forthcoming   Contact information: Family Health Partnership Clinic Rhienna Kujawa Phone: 815-334-8987  Email:rkujawa@hpclinic.org Website: www.hpclinic.org

10/28/2010: Family Service Annual Oktoberfest - Oktoberfest celebration, authenic German food, beer, music, dancing, prizes. Event location is McHenry VFW, Details to follow. For additional information contact Geri Davis (815) 669-2550.   Contact information: Family Service & Community Mental Health Center GeriDavis Phone: 815-669-2550  Email:gdavis@familyservicemch.org Website: www.mcgop.org

11/9/2010: Life Line Screenings Hosted by Advocate Good Shepherd Outpatient Center - Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Outpatient Center / Crystal Lake to host health screenings that could save your life Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is pleased to offer a preventive health event. Life Line Screening, the nation’s leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, will host their affordable, non-invasive, painless health screenings on Friday, November 13th. Screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems related to: blocked arteries, which is a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aortic aneurysms, which can lead to a ruptured aorta; hardening of the arteries in the legs, which is a strong predictor of heart disease; and atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat, which is closely tied to stroke risk. Register for the Stroke, Vascular Disease and Heart Rhythm Package for$139(Cost of all the screenings). All four screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete. Your Health is in Your Hands, so call 1-888-653-6441, or visit www.lifelinescreening.com, for more information or to pre-register.   Contact information: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital TrishGolden Phone: 847-842-2988  Email:Trish.golden@advocatehealth.com Website: www.advocatehealth/gshp.com

 

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