ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 
Leyden Fire Protection District 
Lockers 
The Leyden Fire Protection District (Owner) is requesting Bids for lockers which are 24” wide by 24” deep and approximately 84” in height. Sealed Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the Leyden Fire Protection District 2600 Mannheim Road Franklin Park IL 60134, until Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment required for the installation of lockers per the drawing. Interested bidders should contact <a href="mailto:firechief@leydenfire.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">firechief@leydenfire.com</a> or call 847-455-0180 to obtain a drawing of the project.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 
Leyden Fire Protection District 
HVAC Replacement 
The Leyden Fire Protection District (Owner) is requesting Bids for the removal and replacement 6 HVAC units. Sealed Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the Leyden Fire Protection District 2600 Mannheim Road Franklin Park IL 60134, until Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4:00 pm local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment required to perform removal of 6 HVAC units. To schedule a walk-through of the system or answer any questions you have may be sent to <a href="mailto:firechief@leydenfire.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">firechief@leydenfire.com</a> or call 847-455-0180.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 
Leyden Fire Protection District 
Lockers 
The Leyden Fire Protection District (Owner) is requesting Bids for lockers which are 24&rdquo; wide by 24&rdquo; deep and approximately 84&rdquo; in height. Sealed Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the Leyden Fire Protection District 2600 Mannheim Road Franklin Park IL 60134, until Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment required for the installation of lockers per the drawing. Interested bidders should contact <a href="mailto:firechief@leydenfire.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">firechief@leydenfire.com</a> or call 847-455-0180 to obtain a drawing of the project.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 
Leyden Fire Protection District 
Concrete Work 
The Leyden Fire Protection District (Owner) is requesting Bids for the removal and replacement of a concrete apron and sidewalk. Sealed Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the Leyden Fire Protection District 2600 Mannheim Road Franklin Park IL 60134, until Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment required to perform removal of a concrete apron 24&rsquo; x 30&rsquo;. This area will need 8&rdquo; of high strength concrete or aircraft concrete with a suitable substrate to hold 75,000lbs. The second area is 26&rsquo; x 24&rsquo; will need some excavation and will require a 4&rdquo; pour of concrete. The area is outlined in blue paint in front of the garage doors. Any questions you have may be sent to <a href="mailto:firechief@leydenfire.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">firechief@leydenfire.com</a> or call 847-455-0180.

We are looking for our lost cat Wispy. She will come when called by name. She is a black and white tuxedo and has medium/short hair with greyish white &ldquo;wisps&rdquo; throughout. She can be very sweet and affectionate but she is standoff-ish with new people. Probably won&rsquo;t come to a stranger but she is a BIG&nbsp;girl.. may come for food! Our dog passed away last week and she left! She is a mainly indoor cat and has never left like this before! And we miss her greatly!&nbsp;

DuPage County

David Giuliani

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Elmhurst

Lost Black and White Medium/short Hair Tuxedo Cat

We are looking for our lost cat Wispy. She will come when called by name. She is a black and white tuxedo and has medium/short hair with greyish...

Full time position available - painter/laborer wantedElmhurst area, must have valid drivers license and dependable transportation.&nbsp; Call 630-464-0123 or email <a href="mailto:profinish001@yahoo.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">profinish001@yahoo.com</a>

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Full time position available - painter/laborer wantedElmhurst area, must have valid drivers license and dependable transportation.  Call 630-464...

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Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
Help break the stigma associated with mental illness at the 2026 NAMIWalks (Runs) 5K and 1 Mile Color Run. Before, between, or after the runs, visit the Kids Zone and Health Fair.
This highly anticipated event will be held on Sunday, September 13th, at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/St.+James+Farm+Forest+Preserve/@41.8333486,-88.1619043,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x880e55f0b0b22935:0xa5ed064d126e1387!8m2!3d41.8333486!4d-88.1619043!16s%2Fg%2F1hf70yd7b?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">St. James Farm Forest Preserve</a> in Warrenville on their USATF Certified course. Participants with wheelchairs, strollers, and leashed pets are welcome.
The event is free.Earn money, win prizes!
9:00 – 5K 
9:00 – Kids Zone &amp; Health Fair 
10:45 – 1 Mile Color Run (in partnership with the DuPage Prevention Leadership Team, led by local high school students as part of our Anti-Stigma Campaign)
Don’t miss out on this exciting event – it’s sure to be a blast while making a meaningful difference in the mental health community! All proceeds from this event will go directly to supporting mental health programs and services in our community. Your participation helps rase awareness and provides crucial support to individuals and families affected by mental illness.
For more information or to buy tickets, go to the Race Webpage <a href="https://namidupage.org/run-for-the-mind/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">namidupage.org/run</a>!
*In the event of inclement and/or severe weather, this event will be canceled, and there will not be a rain date. 
No refunds, no exchanges.

Local Event: NAMIWalks DuPage

NAMIWalks DuPage

Join NAMI DuPage for our 2026 NAMIWalks
Help break the stigma associated with mental illness at the 2026 NAMIWalks (Runs) 5K...

AI is changing the way organizations identify funding opportunities and make fundraising decisions—but technology alone doesn’t raise money.
Join us for a free Learn for Life at DePaul webinar, <a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/register/?id=d4b37748-1d6f-4669-add5-df68e2965b6e&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event_listing&amp;utm_content=Sept_webinar" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Fundraising in the Age of AI: Smarter Strategies for Mission-Driven Organizations</a>, featuring social impact leader and DePaul SCPS alum Bevon Joseph. Drawing on nearly 15 years of experience raising millions of dollars and building mission-driven organizations, Bevon will share practical strategies for using AI to strengthen fundraising efforts while staying focused on what matters most: relationships, readiness, and impact. 
This free, one-hour, virtual <a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/register/?id=d4b37748-1d6f-4669-add5-df68e2965b6e&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event_desc&amp;utm_content=Sept_webinar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">session</a>&nbsp;is ideal for nonprofit professionals, social entrepreneurs, grant writers, and emerging leaders looking to increase their organization's impact.
You'll Learn How To:
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 <li>Use AI to improve grant discovery and fundraising strategy. </li>
 <li>Evaluate whether funding opportunities are truly worth pursuing. </li>
 <li>Avoid common fundraising pitfalls that waste time and resources. </li><li>Combine technology, storytelling, and relationship-building for better results.</li>
</ul>
Visit our <a href="https://scps.depaul.edu/academics/continuing-education/learn-for-life" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">website</a> for more information.

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Fundraising in the Age of AI

AI is changing the way organizations identify funding opportunities and make fundraising decisions—but technology alone doesn’t...

The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself.

LuxeLine Remodeling

The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself. It is hiring the wrong company. Homeowners across DuPage County suburbs hear the same promises from every contractor: quality work, on time, on budget. Then the project starts. Communication drops off. Timelines slip. The person who sold the job disappears and a crew you have never met shows up. Decisions pile up with no one to guide you through them. LuxeLine Remodeling exists because that experience is unacceptable. We are a residential-only remodeling company led by Jason Neu, a licensed general contractor who founded LuxeLine on a simple principle: the person responsible for your project should be the person you talk to, the person who shows up, and the person who makes sure every detail is right. We serve homeowners across the western suburbs of Chicago. We do not take commercial jobs. We do not spread ourselves across dozens of active projects. We take on the work we can deliver at the level our name demands.

The biggest risk in a home remodel is not the work itself. It is hiring the wrong company. Homeowners across DuPage County suburbs hear the same...

Discover Oak Park’s Hidden Gem – A living world of beauty

Oak Park Conservatory

Located in historic Oak Park, Illinois, the Oak Park Conservatory is a treasured landmark and one of the community’s top three historical sites. Free and open to the public, the Conservatory offers visitors a lush escape into nature with three distinct indoor showrooms — the Mediterranean Room, Tropical Room, and Desert Room — each showcasing a diverse collection of plants from around the world. Outside, the urban gardens continue the experience with native Illinois landscapes featured in the Elsie Jacobsen Discovery Garden and Rubinstein Garden. Sweeps of prairie grasses and native blooms welcome you at the entrance, inviting you to slow down and explore this hidden oasis in the heart of the village. Owned and operated by the Park District of Oak Park, the Conservatory provides year-round opportunities to connect with nature through programs, events, and community initiatives. Highlights include: • Seasonal Events: Enjoy festive gatherings throughout the year such as the Candlelight Walk, Shamrock Scavenger Hunt, and Halloween Fright at Night. • Plant &amp; Garden Markets: Shop a variety of seasonal plant sales, including the Winter Seed Sale, Valentine’s Market, Spring Plant Sale, Perennial Pollinator Sale, Succulent &amp; Cacti Sale, Fall Mum &amp; Bulb Sale, and Winter Greens Market. • Private Event Rentals: Celebrate life’s milestones surrounded by natural beauty. The Conservatory is available for weddings, showers, graduations, birthday parties, memorial services, and other special occasions. • Educational Programs: Participate in a variety of hands-on programs for all ages — from adult gardening workshops to free early childhood nature programs that inspire young explorers. Whether you’re a lifelong plant lover or simply seeking a moment of calm, the Oak Park Conservatory offers a space to reconnect with nature, beauty, and community — right in your own backyard.

Located in historic Oak Park, Illinois, the Oak Park Conservatory is a treasured landmark and one of the community’s top three historical sites....

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