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What's Happening for June 16, 2018

Valley Life - 6/16/2018

EARLVILLE

Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities

1 to 3 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month ? June 20 ? at the Earlville Library, 205 W. Winthrop St. Jill Hartley of Mendota Area Senior Services will help anyone older than 60 or younger than 60 with a disability to obtain access to services, apply to programs or gather information. No appointments are necessary. For information, call 815-539-9673, 815-539-7700 or 800-535-5970.

LELAND

Rib Dinner and Cruise Night

2 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 16, in front of American Legion Post 570, 168 N. Main St. The rib dinner will include two sides and a drink for a donation of $15.

Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities

9:30 to 11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month ? next, June 20 ? at the Adams Township Building, 300 S. Mill Road. Jill Hartley of Mendota Area Senior Services will help anyone older than 60 or younger than 60 with a disability to obtain access to services, apply to programs or gather information. No appointments are necessary. For information, call 815-539-9673, 815-539-7700 or 800-535-5970.

MONTGOMERY

Navy League Aurora Council 247

5:15 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. dinner Tuesday, June 19, at Grandma's Table Restaurant, 1700 Douglas Road. Dinner includes a choice of three entrées (fish, chicken or beef), soup or salad, dinner rolls, vegetables, dessert and nonalcoholic drink. Cost is $20. A lower cost salad entrée can be purchased for $12. The speaker will be Brian M. McKnight, special agent in charge of the Chicago Field Division of the Drug Enforcement Agency. He will present "Drug Trafficking, Gangs, Money Laundering & Opioids: How This Affects You."

PLANO

Come Rock with Us ? Rock Painting

10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, June 16, at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. All ages are invited for rock painting, in collaboration with Plano Area Rocks. Paint and brushes will be provided. Bring your own rocks. Call 630-552-2025 to register. Children younger than 8 must be with an adult.

Breakfast Buffet

8 to 11 a.m. the third Sunday of the month ? next, June 17 ? at the Plano American Legion Post 395, 510 E. Dearborn St.Sons of the American Legion will serve the all-you-can-eat meal featuring scrambled eggs, potatoes, sausage, bacon, pancakes and made-to-order omelets. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for ages 11 and younger.

Independent Storytime for 3's, 4's and 5's

10:30 to 11:10 a.m. or 1 to 1:40 p.m. Mondays, June 18 through July 16, at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. For independent 3- to 5-year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids' Library during storytime. Call 630-552-2025 to register.

Teen Movie

1 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 18, at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. "Star Wars: The Last Jedi," rated PG-13, will be shown. Free; refreshments served.

Me & My Grown-Up Storytime

6:30 to 7:10 p.m. Mondays, June 18 through July 16, at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. For 3- and 4-year-olds with their grown-up. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs and art experiences. Call 630-552-2025 to register.

Me & My Grown-Up Storytime

10:30 to 11:10 p.m. Tuesdays, June 19 through July 17, at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. For 3- and 4-year-olds with their grown-up. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs and art experiences. Call 630-552-2025 to register.

Glass Art

6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. Create a small glass dish with artist Jeanne Dennis. For independent students entering grades 6-12. Registration required.

Wednesday Night Book Group

7 to 8 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month ? next, June 20 ? at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. No registration required. Newcomers are welcome at any time.

Drop-in Search and Résumé Help

2:30 to 4:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month ? next, June 21 ? at the Plano Community Library, 15 W. North St. The Illinois workNet Center will provide one-on-one assistance for job search and resumes. No registration required.

Garage Sale

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, June 22, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 23, at the United Methodist Church of Plano at 201 N. Hale St. Donations can be dropped off from 9 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 18, and 9 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 20. Items must be new or gently used and in working condition. Clothing is limited to one large bag of items (preferably on hangers) per family. Information: 630-552-3700 or Gerri at 630-552-7465

SANDWICH

More on 34

Saturday, June 16, along more than 100 miles of Route 34. More than 20 communities will host yard sales. In Sandwich, Timber Creek Inn and Suites will host the town's largest garage sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Other participating communities include Galesburg, Wataga, Oneida, Galva, Kewanee, Neponset, Sheffield, Wyanet, Princeton, Dover, LaMoille, Mendota, Earlville, Somonauk, Plano, Yorkville and Aurora. For information, call the Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce at 815-786-9075 or visit www.moreon34.com.

Documonday

1 p.m. the first and third Monday of each month ? next, June 18 ? at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St.Films vary in subject matter. Requests accepted. No registration required.

Creative Club

4 p.m. the third Monday of each month ? next, June 18 ? at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. For ages 7 and older.

Cornerstone Church Food Pantry

12:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month ? next, June 19 ? at Cornerstone Church, 17347 Pratt Road. Cornerstone provides food for families in Sandwich, Somonauk, Plano and Sheridan. Identification and proof of residency, such as a utility bill, are required.

Basics of Alzheimer's

7 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. The Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter will discuss detection, causes, risk factors, stages, treatment and more.

Reader's Haven Book Club

1 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month ? next, June 20 ? at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. Light refreshments provided.

Chess Club

1 p.m. the third Thursday of each month ? next, June 21 ? at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. Group is open to all skill levels. There is no instruction. Three chessboards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

Alzheimer's Support Group

1 p.m. the third Thursday of each month ? next, June 21 ? at Fox Valley Older Adult Services, 1406 Suydam Road. For information, call 815-786-9404.

Bookends Book Club

5 p.m. the third Thursday of each month ? next, June 21 ? at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. For grades 9 through 12.

Little Movers

10:30 a.m. the second and fourth Friday of each month ? next, June 22 ? at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. Story and play time for toddlers.

Foreign Film Fridays

1 p.m. Fridays at the Sandwich Public Library, 925 S. Main St. Experience movies from different cultures every week during the course of the Summer Reading Program. Movies will be played from Germany, France, Italy and more. Popcorn included.

SHERIDAN

Sock Knitting Group

9:30 a.m. to noon the third Tuesday of the month ? next, June 19 ? at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, 120 E. Si Johnson Ave. For information, call 815-496-2031 or visit rwrlibrary.org.

Afternoon Movie

1 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month ? next, June 19 ? at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, 120 E. Si Johnson Ave. For information, call 815-496-2031 or visit rwrlibrary.org.

Cookies & Classics Book Club

6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, 120 E. Si Johnson Ave. For information, call 815-496-2031 or visit rwrlibrary.org.

Illinois Prairie Program

7 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, 120 E. Si Johnson Ave. For information, call 815-496-2031 or visit rwrlibrary.org.

Sprinkle Tie-dyed Silk Scarf

6 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, 120 E. Si Johnson Ave. For adults. Cost is $28. For information, call 815-496-2031 or visit rwrlibrary.org.

Magic Tree House Adventure

2 p.m. Friday, June 22, at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, 120 E. Si Johnson Ave. For information, call 815-496-2031 or visit rwrlibrary.org.

American Legion Fish Fries

5 to 7:30 p.m. Fridays at the Sheridan American Legion Post 729, 300 W. Si Johnson Ave. The fish fry includes a choice of catfish or cod, fried or poached, with fries, hushpuppies and a complete salad bar for $9. Carry-outs are available by calling 815-496-2380. The June 22 special is open-faced roast pork sandwich, mashed potatoes, gravy and baked applesauce and includes the salad bar.

SOMONAUK

Hopekeepers

10 to 11:30 a.m. the third Monday of each month ? next, June 18 ? at St. John's Lutheran Church, 235 Green St. Support group for people coping with chronic illness or pain to find encouragement in a small group, nondenominational, Christian environment. Call Jean Lunt at 815-498-1001 for information.

Writers Group

3:30 p.m. the first and third Monday of the month ? next, June 18 ? at the Somonauk Public Library, 700 E. LaSalle St.Register at the Patron Services Desk or by calling 815-498-2440.

Mystery Book Club

6 p.m. the third Thursday of each month ? next, June 21 ? at the Somonauk Public Library, 700 E. LaSalle St.

Loop Group

3:30 p.m. Fridays at the Somonauk Public Library, 700 E. LaSalle St. For knitting and crocheting. Beginners class on the first Friday of the month.

Adult/Teens Coloring

4 to 6 p.m. Fridays at the Somonauk Public Library, 700 E. LaSalle St. Features cookies and soft music.

WATERMAN

Ice Cream Social

6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Lions Park, 271 S. Birch St.Waterman United Methodist Church will host this free ice cream social. The Nielsen Family will bring their Belgian horses and wagon for free wagon rides. For information, call 815-761-4460

YORKVILLE

Kendall County Salute to Veterans

5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 22, at the Kendall County Fairgrounds, 10826 State Route 71. The event will treat all veterans and active-duty military to a free steak dinner. The program will include a Wartime Sweethearts Review and a 1960s medley. Tickets for non-military cost $30; proceeds support Honor Flight, veteran's housing programs, and the local VAC emergency fund. Tickets available at the door or 109 Hydraulic St. in Yorkville. For information, call 630-272-0686.

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