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The League of Women Voters of Oak Park/River Forest&nbsp;invites you to&nbsp;an informative evening to learn about Our Water Reclamation District.



Environmental concerns, Flood mitigation, Where your poo goes

Dawn Walker, Chief of Staff for Water Reclamation Commissioner Davis, and
Matthew Estenssoro, an attorney and expert in environmental law,

will share their expertise and insights about our water system.

Snacks, a cash bar, and engaging conversations. 
All are welcome. Bring a friend!
Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and make a difference in our community!
Live music will follow the presentation.

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The Kehrein Center For The Arts

One Earth Film Festival&nbsp;cordially invites you to a special event celebrating the inspiring journeys of women making a difference in their communities. 
Maggie Hart and Brittany Zampella/2023/19 min/Waste, Health, Justice
FILM DESCRIPTION: “A Good Neighbor” is a feature-length documentary about a Latina single mother’s fight against racism and climate change as she campaigns for city council in one of the nation’s most polluted zip codes.
Farhoud Meybodi/2023/48 min/Waste, Health, Justice
FILM DESCRIPTION: Amidst a catastrophic plastic waste crisis in her hometown of Nairobi, Nzambi Matee risks everything to pioneer technology that transforms plastic waste into sustainable paving bricks. A former engineer in the oil and gas industry, Nzambi walked away from a lucrative career after a trip to the coastal city of Mombasa, where she discovered a sea of plastic bags and bottles in the crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean. This inspired Nzambi to create a possible solution to the country’s plastics problem by converting waste into sustainable materials.
The short film “The Speech of Txai Surui” by the students of Escola Parque (in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) will precede the feature films. This film won two awards in the One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest 2023. Friday, April 19&nbsp; (2 -or-1 ticket promotion, purchase now)&nbsp;$25 includes film, plant-based food, and beverages&nbsp;starting at 5:00 p.m., film starts at 6:00 p.m. Kehrein Center for the Arts [West] 5628 W. Washington St., Chicago ADA-compliant accessible venue. <a href="https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/venue-ada-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Click here for more ADA details.</a>
View trailers and info:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/films-az-2024/earthbound-nzambi-matee-a-good-neighbor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.oneearthfilmfest.o...</a>

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First United Methodist Church, 324 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL, 60302

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7501 W Cermak Rd, North Riverside, IL 60546, USA

Bugs, reptiles and snakes are back and better than ever!
Join us for a fun and educational time with a cast of scaly creatures!
Crosstown Exotics returns with their crew of prehistoric amphibians and reptiles for an up-close encounter with all kinds animals that have survived since the dinosaur ages. 
Everyone gets to interact with the animals for an entertaining, educational event.

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The Oak Park Country Club

Join us for this time-honored spring tradition! Enjoy lunch and mimosas; peruse our silent auction, featuring items like pet baskets, spa experiences and more; bid on our live auction; and of course, mingle with ACL adoptable animals!
Get tickets or donate to the event: aclspring2024.givesmart.com
April 28th, 2024, 11am-3pm
The Oak Park Country Club
2001 Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171
As we kick off the busy season at the shelter, this event is a crucial fundraiser. Proceeds will go straight to work supporting the many puppies, kittens and other animals in need who will flood our shelter when the warm weather begins. We hope to see you there!
Can't attend? Consider making a donation to have your contribution matched! All donations will be matched up to $4,000, thanks to the generosity of Paul Harvey, Jr.
Thanks to our sponsors:
VS Printing
Malecki Brooks Law Group LLC
And thank you to the Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation—for underwriting this year's event, and for their decades of support for the Spring Luncheon.

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Immanuel Christian Academy
Full Day PreK Program
<ul><li>Hands On, Emergent Curriculum</li><li>Christ - Centered Instruction</li><li>Affordable Extended&nbsp;Care Program</li><li>Hot Lunch Option</li></ul>
Open Enrollment, call today!
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