A secular, college-prep microschool through grade 12

Prairie Paideia, NFP

A secular, diverse, college prep, alternative learning community focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity for students elementary through high school (full-time, part-time or hybrid). We emphasize critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills across all levels. We have three levels of mixed-aged small cohorts that allow for differentiation that ensures all students are stretched without being stressed. We are college-prep without college pressure. Students are placed by ability vs. age and we are low-tech, but not no-tech. Our students use real books and writing utensils. Bullying is not tolerated here and we have a longstanding community culture of respect and encouragement among students and adults. Classes are taught in an eclectic combination of styles that includes themed, project-based, Modeling Instruction drawn from various pedagogies. We offer Advanced Placement (many project-based) and dual-enrollment. Let's talk about how to change your child's trajectory.

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Naperville

Illinois

A secular, diverse, college prep, alternative learning community focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity for...

RowCal - Arlington Heights

Our mission is simple: make HOA management easier, more transparent, and more human—for boards, homeowners, and neighborhoods across the country. We believe strong communities start with clear communication, dependable service, and tools that help everyone stay connected. We combine local expertise with national resources, giving every community the best of both worlds. Our local teams understand the unique needs of each neighborhood, while our broader network provides the systems, technology, and experience to support communities of every size.

Cook County

Eric DeGrechie

Glenview

Our mission is simple: make HOA management easier, more transparent, and more human—for boards, homeowners, and neighborhoods across the country....

St. Sophia's Forgotten Felines

he cats we care for at St. Sophia’s come from many different places. The majority of the cats we help are those that are helpless, who have not experienced love or a home, stray, abused, and neglected cats. Primarily we work with high-volume/high-kill animal controls to save cats from needless euthanasia. Our largest partner is Chicago Animal Care and Control. Other ACs we partner with are Aurora, Joliet Township, DuPage, Herrin, Marion, Quincy, Tilton, Union, Jasper, and Whiting. St. Sophia’s also works with local Trap-Neuter-Return organizations. Trap-Neuter-Return (also known as TNR) is a method of humanely trapping unaltered feral cats, neutering them, and releasing them back to the same environment where they were originally found. TNR is promoted by proponents as a humane and more effective alternative for managing and reducing feral cat populations (compared to euthanasia). While most cats trapped are completely feral (wild, without any domestic socialization), some cats—often kittens, or even adults that have been well cared-for outdoors—can, and have, become socialized and adoptable. TNR organizations aren’t equipped to handle the “friendlies” that come in, so we step in to assist those cats looking for homes. Lastly, some of our cats are direct owner surrenders. Sometimes circumstances have it that people are unable to care for their cats due to moving, eviction, financial issues, death, allergies, etc. We accept these cats in when we have space and maintain a waiting list of those who need assistance. If you ever find yourself in this type of position, please read our surrender policies to see how we can help.

Wheaton

he cats we care for at St. Sophia’s come from many different places. The majority of the cats we help are those that are helpless, who have not...

Fourth Avenue Design Group

Interior Design Firm specializing in full scale interior remodels of kitchens, bathrooms, and lower levels, guiding projects from concept to completion.  Other services include new construction selections, custom cabinetry and construction guidance.

Arlington Heights

Interior Design Firm specializing in full scale interior remodels of kitchens, bathrooms, and lower levels, guiding projects from concept to...

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Emily Rosca

Batavia

Get here early - Great finds and Treasures all day.
Lots of clothes - Children and Adults, Anything you could need for your home, Jewelry, Sports items; Golf, Fishing, etc. We have a lot of just about everything. The best part is the search, have fun.
The Annual Community Rummage Sale - Bringing the Community together to serve the Community.
Giving new life to items donated by the community back to the community and helping our local youth experience the joy of serving and raise money for their charities and groups.
For more details about the event, visit our website at: communityrummagesale.com OR our Facebook page at: facebook.com/communityrummagesale
A few of the Fall 2026 Volunteer Groups Include:
Boy Scout Troop 45 Glenbard West Choir Glenbard West Theatre First United Methodist Church of Glen Ellyn
Additional charities that will benefit through gifts of donated items include; Treasure House, and the Epilepsy Foundation.
Glen House Food Pantry will be onsite to accept donations of food, for a list of accepted items visit: glenhousefoodpantry.org
See you there!

Local Event: The Annual Community Rummage Sale - Today is the Day! Open 9 AM - 5 PM.

The Annual Community Rummage Sale - Today is...

Get here early - Great finds and Treasures all day.
Lots of clothes - Children and Adults, Anything you could need for your...

The Annual Community Rummage Sale - Today is the Day! Open 9 AM - 5 PM.

Glen Arbor Community Church

Randy Stonehill, one of the pioneering voices of the Jesus Music movement, helped usher in Contemporary Christian Music (CCM). For over five decades, his thoughtful songwriting, engaging storytelling, and unmistakable sense of humor have inspired audiences around the world. &nbsp;Don't miss this opportunity to see one of Christian music’s most enduring and influential singer-songwriters! &nbsp;This is a free concert (a freewill offering will be taken).

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Randy Stonehill - Free Concert

Randy Stonehill, one of the pioneering voices of the Jesus Music movement, helped usher in Contemporary Christian Music (CCM)....

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29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
WHAT: You be the Judge! Discover your inner film critic voting with film lovers across the globe&nbsp;
 WHEN:&nbsp;Thursday, October 1, 2026&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;TIMES: 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
&nbsp;WHERE: Glen Art Theatre 540 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL&nbsp; 60137 
Be part of a global cinematic celebration as Glen Ellyn joins more than 500 locations worldwide for the MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival. Watch the Top 10 international short‑film finalists, each under 20 minutes and spanning drama, comedy, and animation.
After the screening, cast your vote for Best Film and Best Actor. Your ballot, combined with audiences around the world, will determine this year’s festival winners. &nbsp;This event is sponsored by The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Wheaton-Glen Ellyn Branch. 
TICKETS:&nbsp; $25/each plus processing fees. To purchase tickets, click on&nbsp; "More Info Here" in the Event Details section at the top. Tickets are expected to sell out. Secure yours in advance to guarantee your seat.&nbsp;

Local Event: 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival

29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival

29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
WHAT: You be the Judge! Discover your inner film critic voting with film lovers...

Insight Optical, Dr Gail J May, OD

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