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...

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...

Wallaby Wash and Detail

We come to you! Wallaby Wash and Detail provides quality vehicle wash and detail services at the convenience of your home! Forget waiting at a detail shop, you're busy enough, let us take care of it. Check out our website to schedule!

Kane County

Emily Rosca

Geneva

We come to you! Wallaby Wash and Detail provides quality vehicle wash and detail services at the convenience of your home! Forget waiting at a...

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.

Cook County

Eric DeGrechie

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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Join us for Meet Me in Manhattan, an unforgettable evening benefiting children and families battling cancer. Hosted by Scoreboard Charities, this special event will take place on Thursday, June 4th from 6:00 – 10:00 PM at Ruth Lake Country Club in Hinsdale.
Enjoy beer tastings paired with appetizers, bourbon tastings with specialty plates, live music, raffles, and an unlimited open bar, all while supporting the incredible missions of Camp One Step and Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University.
Raise a glass and help us make a difference in the fight against cancer. Tickets available now!

Local Event: Meet Me In Manhattan

Meet Me In Manhattan

Join us for Meet Me in Manhattan, an unforgettable evening benefiting children and families battling cancer. Hosted by...

DuPage Event Center & Fairgrounds

Kick off the summer antiques show season on Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9 - 3, at the 4th Annual Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show in Wheaton, Illinois. Dealers from 7 states will gather under one roof to present the best of Americana. This show was held for many decades at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles. The DuPage Event Center &amp; Fairgrounds is now their 'forever' home. Free parking. Good food and plenty of comfortable seating. ATM. Admission of $10 benefits historical preservation projects. Under 15 free.

Free parking.Good food &amp; plenty of comfortable seating. ATM. Admission of $10 benefits historical preservation projects. Under 15 free. 

Produced by:Chicago Suburban Antiques Dealers Association

Local Event: Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show

Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show

Kick off the summer antiques show season on Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9 - 3, at the 4th Annual Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds...

Glenside Public Library

<h5>Sat, 06/06 from 9:00 am–4:30 pm</h5>
Register for the Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Program at Glenside Library on Saturday, June 6th from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm and enjoy a free shaved ice from the Kona Ice truck!Inscríbase en el Programa de Lectura de Verano Planta Una Semilla, Lee&nbsp;en la Biblioteca Glenside el sáb 6 de jun entre las 9:00 y las 16:30 horas y disfrute de un hielo raspado gratuito del camión Kona Ice.🌱 Learn more and view prizes at <a href="https://glensidepld.org/events/summer-reading/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">glensidepld.org/summer</a>.

Local Event: Summer Reading: Kona Ice Kickoff Event

Glendale Heights

Summer Reading: Kona Ice Kickoff Event

Sat, 06/06 from 9:00 am–4:30 pm
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Wolfden Brewing Company

Craft Beer, Local Art &amp; Pride Celebration — All in One Place!&nbsp;
Celebrate Pride Month with us at Crafted with Pride, returning to Wolfden Brewing in Bloomingdale on Sunday, June 7 from 12 PM to 5 PM.
Spend the afternoon sipping craft beer in Wolfden's beautiful beer garden while shopping dozens of local artists, makers, bakers, authors, tarot readers, and small businesses. Discover Pride-inspired art, colorful handmade goods, unique gifts, specialty foods, jewelry, tie-dye apparel, candles, bath &amp; body products, and so much more.
Whether you're celebrating Pride, supporting local artists, meeting friends for a beer, or simply looking for a fun Sunday outing, this market offers something for everyone.
Wolfden Brewing 112 W. Lake Street, Bloomingdale, IL
Sunday, June 7, 2026 12 PM – 5 PM
Free Admission Family Friendly Free Parking Craft Beer &amp; Food Available
Come sip, shop, celebrate, and support local creators at one of the most colorful events of the summer.
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Local Event: Crafted with Pride, Wolfden's Summer Market

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Crafted with Pride, Wolfden's Summer Market

Craft Beer, Local Art & Pride Celebration — All in One Place! 
Celebrate Pride Month with us at Crafted with Pride, returning...

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