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Macoupin County Agriculture Education Foundation holding frozen meal fundraiser
The Macoupin County Agriculture Education Foundation is holding a frozen meal fundraiser now through May 6. Proceeds from the sale of the frozen meals will assist the Foundation in making possible exciting activities including scholarships for outstanding agriculture students, improvements in agriculture literacy, and enhanced leadership activities.
To order, visit www.thegivingplatefundraisers.com between now and May 6 and select the Macoupin County Agriculture Education Foundation icon.
Meals will be available for pick-up on Thursday, May 23 from 3-5 pm at the Macoupin County Farm Bureau, 220 N. Broad St., Carlinville.
If you have questions about the fundraiser, contact the Macoupin County Farm Bureau office at 217-854-2571 or mcfb@gomadison.com.
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The Village of Eagarville is once again hosting its annual Mrs. Claus Sweets & Treats Shoppe. Please join us on December 14, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for our holiday treat shop.
Stop by the DeStefane Civic Center in Benld and pick up delicious homemade baked treats and candies just in time for Christmas. There will also be some amazing vendors with handmade, unique, and fun items. The Eagarville Elves will be serving hot chocolate while you pick up some festive treats, mouthwatering gifts, and confectionery goodness.
You can even have lunch while your kiddos visit with Mrs. Claus & write letters to Santa.
For questions, please contact eagarvilleil@gmail.com or (217) 710-9004.
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner is partnering with HyVee, Meridian, Youth Care, and Health Choice Illinois to host a turkey giveaway on Friday, Nov. 22 in Springfield.
“I value the importance of giving back to my community during the holidays,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “Nothing makes me happier than providing a little more security in the form of a warm meal to those who need it most this season. Events like these truly showcase the spirit of the holiday season”.
The giveaway will be held at the Greater All Nation Tabernacle located on 1000 S. 19th St. in Springfield on Friday, Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. while supplies last. One turkey will be provided per household. ID is required to differentiate households per car.
For more information, call Senator Turner’s office at 217-782-0228 or visit her website.
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A free appreciation dinner for all local veterans will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, sponsored by and held at The Wilsonville Progressive Club.
At this annual dinner, the TWPClub doors will open at 2 p.m. and the 21-Gun Salute & Taps Ceremony will be held at 2:30 p.m. Dinner will follow the ceremony starting at 3 p.m. where everyone will join together honor our veterans.
All local veterans are invited to attend this free catered event.
