Fundraising dinner for chapel April 16 The Maple Street Chapel will be holding a fundraising dinner on Friday, April 16, with dinner being served at 7 p.m. in the multitorium, just west of the chapel. There will be appetizers, wine, and a chance to mingle with Col. and Mrs. Plum, Mr. and Mrs. Josiah Reade and some other special guests from the past. Tickets are $100 and a substantial portion of the purchase price will go to the chapel’s endowment fund. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale in the near future.
‘Beauty and the Beast’ at Montini “Beauty and the Beast” will be the featured spring musical at Montini Catholic High School in Lombard. Times are Friday, March 12, and Saturday, March 13, 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, March 14, 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 (no booster passes accepted). Will-call tickets must be claimed prior to 15 minutes before curtain time or they may be sold at the door.
Audition for Lombard’s Got Talent March 6 Children and young adults ages 3-18 can audition for Lombard’s Got Talent on Saturday, March 6, from 9:30 a.m. to noon and Monday, March 15, from 6:30-9 p.m. in the school gym at Christ the King Early Learning Academy, 115 15th St., Lombard. The show will be held Saturday, April 10, at 7 p.m. in the gym. The entrant fee to audition is $3 per act or $6 for four or more per act. The admission fee for reserved seating on April 10 is $15 each. General admission is $10, ages 12 and up; and $7 for age 3-11. Call 630-627-0640 for more information.
Western Lights Chorus open houses The ladies of the Western Lights Chorus would like to invite you to join them for a night of songs during their open house month: all Thursdays in March, from 7-10 p.m., at Bethlehem Woods Retirement Center, 1571 W. Ogden Ave., La Grange Park. Refreshments will be served. Call Sue at 773-631-2481 for more information.
Filmmaker to visit cantigny tonight Filmmaker JD Johannes will speak on “A Changing Battlefield: The Evolution of Counterinsurgency in Iraq” tonight, March 3, at the First Division Museum of Cantigny. His presentation will include a briefing, photos and video from his recent 45-day embedded visit with the First Division’s 4th Brigade in Iraq, which was sponsored by the museum. Doors open at 6:45 p.m., and admission and parking are free. For more information, call 630-260-8227 or visit FirstDivision Museum.org. This event is part of the “A Date with History” series.
Kingswood academy open house Kingswood Academy, 133 Plainfield Road, Darien, will hold an open house Wednesday, March 10, from 9-10:30 a.m. Come observe the Catholic Montessori Preschool program. Financial aid is available to qualifying applicants. Visit online at www.kingswood academy.org.
York Center Park District events Tye Dye Days runs March 15-29 from 3:30-4:45 p.m. for ages 5-10. The fee is $20/$25. Register by Monday, March 8. Register at least a week in advance for a trip to Spring Hill Mall Monday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.; ages 18 and up. The fee is $8/$10. Children age 3-5 can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday, March 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will make a craft, play some games and have mini corned beef sandwiches and french fries for lunch. The fee is $8/$10 and registration is due by Wednesday, March 10. For more information on these and other programs, call 630-629-0886 or visit www.yorkcenterparks.org.
Glenbard East presents ‘Proof’ Glenbard East High School will present “Proof” at 7:30 p.m. March 10-13. Tickets are $6 and may be reserved by calling 630-424-6640. More information is available by contacting Mark Kaetzer at 630-424-6640 or mark_kaetzer@glenbard.org.
Women’s Club to meet March 8 The Lombard Women’s Club will meet Monday, March 8, at 1 p.m. in DuPahze Hall of Beacon Hill Retirement Community, located at 2400 S. Finley Road, Lombard. Past presidents will be honored and a program on flower arranging will be presented by Linda Trevoy from Shamrock Garden Florists. For additional information, call 630-520-5601.
Roundhead’s giving back ‘dough’ today Show your support for the Glenbard East wrestling team by eating at Roundhead’s Pizza from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. today, March 3. Roundhead’s will donate up to 25 percent of the food sales to the Wrestling Boosters. For more information, call Kevin Carlson at 630-424-6635.
Cooperative Nursery School registration The Cooperative Nursery School of Lombard is hosting open registration for the 2010-11 school year on Thursday, March 4, from 6-7:30 p.m. The Cooperative Nursery School is located in the First Church of Lombard at 220 S. Main St., Lombard. For more information, call Sue Bielenda, director, at 630-629-2630, ext. 14.
PARADISE BAY PASSES NOW ON SALE Paradise Bay Water Park passes are now on sale for the 2010 season; the water park opens June 5. The early bird rate runs through May 8. For details on registration and renewal, call 630-620-7322 or visit www.lombardparks.com.
St. Pius X program for 2’s and caregivers St. Pius X invites children age 2 and their caregivers to join other children and their grown-ups for some preschool fun with a St. Pius Preschool teacher. Mama Me-A meets in a preschool classroom where children will enjoy center time, a story, a craft and a chance to meet new friends. Younger siblings are welcome. Classes are Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. The spring session runs March 17 to April 28 (no class March 31). The cost is $30 for six sessions. For more information, call 630-627-2353 or visit www.stpiuslombard.org/school.
Spring Break Camp in Villa Park Spring Break Camp with Villa Park Recreation runs March 29 to April 2. There will be trips, crafts, games, sports and more. For complete details on times, fees and daily events, call Mikie Rudyk at 630-834-8970 or e-mail Mikie@vprd.org.
Skatepark Committee fundraiser March 12-13 The Villa Park Skatepark Committee will partner again with Billy’s Pizza Dugout (630-993-9100) Friday, March 12, and Saturday, March 13, when 15 percent of every order will be donated to the Skatepark Committee for construction of a public skate park. For more information, visit www.vpskate.com or call Mikie at 630-834-8970.
Glen Crest concert March11 The Glen Crest Middle School orchestras and Glenbard South High School musicians will perform in a combined concert at Glenbard South High School, 22W750 Butterfield Road, Glen Ellyn, on March 11 at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 630-469-5220.
Birding club to tour will county The DuPage Birding Club will visit southern Will County on Sunday, March 7, at 7 a.m., looking for waterfowl and winter passerines. For details, call Jeff Smith at 630-719-1604 or e-mail mrqmagoo13@gmail.com.
‘Tapas y Musica’ benefit March 12 Tapas y Musica is a benefit to be held Friday, March 12, at 7 p.m. at the Glen Oak Country Club in Glen Ellyn, the proceeds of which will benefit the young singers of Anima and the education and outreach programs. Tickets are $75 per person online. There will be Tapas hors d’oeuvres, sangria, a silent auction and music.
DAR program March 6 Madonna Davis, of Naperville, narrator and genealogist on the PBS TV series “Legend Seekers,” will speak at the Martha Ibbetson Chapter of the DAR in Elmhurst Saturday, March 6, on the second floor of the Community Bank of Elmhurst, 300 W. Butterfield Road. The public is invited and the presentation is free.
Millennium Chamber Players perform The Millennium Chamber Players will perform Sunday, March 7, at Bethel United Church of Christ, 315 E. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst, at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20/adults, $18/seniors and $5/students. Group rates are available and parking is free. The church is handicapped accessible. For more information, call 630-279-4040.
Legislative forum on autism March 8 State representatives are hosting a legislative forum on Autism Monday, March 8, at 7 p.m. at the Wheaton Community Center, 1777 S. Blanchard Road, Wheaton. Residents can share concerns and there will be three guest speakers.
C.O.D. music instructor to perform March 7 Karol Sue Reddington, Ph.D., a music instructor at College of DuPage, will give a recital and lecture on French composer Olivier Messiaen at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 7, in Theatre 2 of the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Tickets are $4. For more information, call 630-942-4000 or visit www.atthemac.org.
St. Pius X Spring Resale March 12-13 St. Pius X School, 601 S. Westmore Ave., Lombard, will hold its Spring/Summer Children’s Clothing and Toy Resale Friday, March 12, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. (children will not be admitted) and Saturday, March, 13, from 9 a.m. to noon (children are welcome). The sale will take place in the school’s Social Center. Contact Theresa at 630-889-1754 for more information.
Willowbrook music program March 4 Willowbrook High School Orchestra and Guitar Ensemble will host their annual winter concert Thursday, March 4, at 7 p.m. in the Doris E. White Auditorium, 1250 S. Ardmore, Villa Park. Tickets are $3/adults and $2/students and seniors. Senior citizen gold cards and student activity passes will be honored. For more information, call 630-530-3963. The community is invited to attend.
Used book sale March 6-7 at the library The Friends of the Helen M. Plum Memorial Library will be holding their Used Book Sale Saturday, March 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 7, from 1-3 p.m. at the library, 110 W. Maple St., Lombard. Standard size paperback books are 50 cents and trade and oversize paperback books and hardcover books are $1 each. The Bag o’ Books Special is $5 on Saturday and $2 on Sunday (bags are provided). Members of the Friends receive $1 discount with proof of membership. Scanners are not permitted and strollers cannot be admitted. For more information, call 630-627-0316 or visit www.plum.lib.il.us/library_friends.shtml#booksale.
NUHS Campus visit March 6 National University of Health Sciences, Roosevelt and Highland, Lombard, will host a Campus Visit Day Saturday, March 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch is included. For more information or to reserve a space, call 800-826-6285.
Register for soccer by March 6 March 6 is the last day to register for spring soccer for ages 4-8 with the Lombard Park District. The season runs from April 17 to June 5 and practices will begin one to two weeks prior to the games. For details, call 630-620-7322 or visit www.lombardparks.com.
Elmhurst Symphony to perform March 14 The Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra will perform Verdi’s “Requiem” at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 14, at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 155 W. Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst. Tickets are $31 for adults, $7 for students and $25 for groups of 10 or more. A single concert family ticket for $65 will admit two adults and up to three students. Tickets are available at 630-941-0202, www.elmhurstsymphony.org or at the door.
Program at Maple Street Chapel Terry Lynch will perform as Teddy Roosevelt at the Maple Street Chapel on Saturday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $15. The chapel will also host ventriloquist Bob Kowalski Saturday, March 27, at 7:30 p.m., and the 10th annual American Heritage Concert Sunday, April 25, at 3 p.m. A $10 discount is offered for advance purchase of all three programs. To order tickets or for more information, visit www.MapleStreetChapel.org, or call 630-627-0171 and press 3. Tickets are also sold at the service counter of Mr. Z’s Supermarket, 401 S. Main St., Lombard.
Midwest Gardening Symposium March 5-7 The Morton Arboretum will host the Midwest Gardening Symposium: People, Plants and the Art of the Garden! March 5-6, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and March 7, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For full details and registration, call 630-719-2468 or visit www.mortonarb.org/adult-programs.html “Education.”
Programs at Calvary Episcopal The public is invited to Calvary Episcopal Church, 105 W. Maple St., Lombard, for two Lent programs: “What do the Gospels Really Say About the Last Week of Jesus’ Life?” from 9:15-10 a.m. Sunday mornings through March 21; and “Holy Choices: Decision Making and Our Faith,” presented Sunday evenings at 5 p.m. through March 21. The “Stations of the Cross” prayer service is being held every Friday at 7 p.m. through March 26. For more information, call 630-620-8899.
NEDSRA troupe members to perform March 4 Twenty-three NEDSRA Theater and Choir Troupe members will showcase their singing, acting and comedic skills in front of families and friends at the Mario Parente Theater, 1S326 Ardmore Ave., Oakbrook Terrace, from 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, March 4. Pre-registration is recommended by calling 630-620-4500.
Village of Lombard has free census bags The U.S. Census Bureau has delivered a supply of canvas book bags to the Village of Lombard that will be made available to the public on March 1 at the Helen M. Plum Memorial Library. The book bags will be available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last. For more information on the census, visit www.2010census.gov.
Salt Creek registration March 4 Salt Creek School District 48 will hold 2010-11 kindergarten registration Thursday, March 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Salt Creek Primary School, 980 S. Riverside Drive, Elmhurst. Children must be 5 on or before Sept. 1, 2010, to be eligible for kindergarten. For information on required identification, and preschool registration, call 630-832-6122.
Park district celebration March 6 The Lombard Park District will celebrate it’s “nation’s best park district” by population size on Saturday, March 6, from noon to 2 p.m. at Pleasant Lane School. There will be games, entertainment and refreshments.
Wildlife center fundraiser March 7 Help Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn purchase digital radiology equipment by attending an evening of fun on Sunday, March 7, from 4-9 p.m. at the Maple Avenue Pub in Lisle. Admission is $40 per person and includes appetizers, a buffet dinner and dessert, as well as beer, wine and soda. Radio personality Scott Mackay of 95.9 FM The River will serve as celebrity bartender for the event. There will also be door prizes as well as a variety of items in silent and live auctions. Tickets are available at the wildlife center, 525 S. Park Blvd., or at the door of the pub, 1227 Maple Ave. For more information, call 630-942-6200.
Mobile Food Pantry coming to Lombard The Mobile Food Pantry truck is coming to Lombard’s Outreach House on the following Saturdays: March 20, April 17, May 22 and June 19, starting at 10 a.m., for families living in Lombard and Villa Park. Bring proof of residency in the form of a current bill, and a photo ID is also required. Only one family member per address can be assisted. The truck will be located at First Church of Lombard, 220 S. Main St., Lombard.
Springfield trip with Villa Park Recreation The Villa Park Recreation Department is taking a three-day trip to the state capital from April 12-14 to visit historic sites and visit the Sangamon Auditorium for “The Wizard of Oz.” The fee is $349 per person double occupancy and $445 single occupancy. For specific details, call 630-834-8970 or e-mail Jenny@vprd.org.
