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Does thinking about your finances makes you feel inadequate or anxious? April is Financial Literacy Month – a great time to learn more about smart money management.
The Illinois State Treasurer's Office offers a free, secure online program to help you learn how to save for emergencies, clear up debt, understand college savings plans, and put aside money for retirement.
If you're trying to figure out where you stand financially, take a look at the Illinois Financial Wellness Hub, which can recommend tools and other assistance to help you get comfortable with your finances and achieve your goals.
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We're giving away safety glasses to watch the solar eclipse on MONDAY
We're so excited about the solar eclipse that will pass through Illinois on Monday, April 8!
As you probably know, you can damage your eyes by looking directly at a solar eclipse. To make sure you can watch this incredible natural phenomenon safely, my office has partnered with the Glen Ellyn Park District to distribute FREE certified safety glasses from the Illinois Optometric Association.
The solar observation glasses are available for pick-up at Ackerman SFC, at 800 St. Charles Road, Spring Avenue Recreation Center, at 185 Spring Ave., and Main Street Recreation Center, 501 Hill Ave. Supplies are limited, so stop by and get yours today!
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Congrats to Laura Glaza and Glen House Food Pantry on their Outstanding Service Award!
Laura Glaza, Executive Director of Glen House Food Pantry in Glen Ellyn, was honored by Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs for her Outstanding Commitment to Community Service as part of the treasurer's Women’s History Month recognitions.
Glaza was one of eight Illinois women honored for their outstanding contributions to their communities. She was nominated by food pantry volunteer Karen Craven, who works for the State Treasurer’s office.
The photo at right, taken at the awards ceremony on March 25, shows Michael Frerichs, State Sen. Laura Ellman, Laura Glaza, and Karen Craven. Congratulations to Laura and all the great staff and volunteers at Glen House!
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Go Nuts for Donuts at Lombard's Helen Plum Library SATURDAY
Start your children's weekend with a real treat at the Helen Plum Library's Go Nuts for Donuts event, at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 6.
There will be stories and songs, as well as donuts for the kids. The event is limited to 30 children at each session, so check in at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the start time to pick up a name tag. You can click here to learn more.
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Meet a local author – or explore becoming a writer yourself – at Wheaton Pubic Library SATURDAY
I'm always amazed by the talented people who live in our communities. On Saturday, April 6, you can meet some of our great local writers at Local Author Fest, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Wheaton Public Library, 225 N. Cross St.
As you'll see, the event celebrates an incredible list of accomplished writers. Just take a look! Authors will be on hand to talk with their fans, sign books, and read aloud.
You can also register to attend a memoir writing workshop at 11 a.m. with local author Tom Montgomery Fate, a professor emeritus at the College of DuPage. He is the author of six books of creative nonfiction, including The Long Way Home: Detours and Discoveries, a travel memoir. You can click here to register for the workshop – and maybe we'll see you at a future Local Authors Fest!
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District 89 launches its first-ever Day of Service SATURDAY at Glen Crest Middle School
Community Consolidated School District 89 students and their families are invited to participate in the district's first-ever Day of Service on Saturday, April 6, at Glen Crest Middle School, 725 Sheehan Ave in Glen Ellyn.
Students and their families will work together to complete up to five service projects to benefit our communities. There is no charge for participation, but advance registration is required. You can click here to sign up.
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Celebrate Holi, the Hindu spring Festival of Colors, in Naperville SATURDAY
After the end of a long, gray winter, our hearts start to crave the bright colors of spring.
To welcome the return of spring, you're invited to join Simply Vedic, a Naperville-based non-profit, as they celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, at Rotary Hill on Naperville's Riverwalk.
The Holi festival is celebrated each spring by Hindus throughout South Asia and around the world. The festival traditionally lasts for two days, and participants celebrate by joyfully throwing brightly colored powders at each other.
Although Holi is deeply rooted in the Hindu tradition, people of all faiths are welcome to join in the celebration. Simply Vedic will be selling bags of safe, dry, organic powders for $2.50 apiece. For safety and health reasons, colors from outside are strictly prohibited. You can click here to learn more.
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Spot the cake, win prizes to celebrate the new Helen Plum's library's first birthday
You're invited to wish the new Helen Plum Library building a very happy birthday (and win some cool prizes) next week as they celebrate their first year at 411 S. Main St.
Every day during National Library Week (April 7-13), they'll hide a stuffed plush birthday cake in a different place in the library. If you spot it, you can win gift cards to local restaurants, library swag, and other prizes. Participants must have a Helen Plum Library card to be eligible to win.
To help you find the cake, the Library has posted some hint-filled couplets for each day. You can click here for each day's hints and more information.
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GPS speaker will offer tools for parenting adolescents and young adults WEDNESDAY
Children grow up – but to parents, they're always our kids, and it can be hard to balance loving parental concern with respect for their growing autonomy.
If you're trying to find the right way to parent your children as they move through adolescence into young adulthood, you may be interested in the GPS (Glenbard Parent Series) Navigating Healthy Families webinars this coming Wednesday.
Psychologist Laurence Steinberg, a renowned expert on adolescence, will present "You and Your Adult Child: How to Grow Together in Challenging Times" at noon and again at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, via Zoom.
Steinberg will talk about the most effective ways to address tough topics, from mental health to finances to relationships. Participants will learn about setting boundaries and resolving conflicts while maintaining and deepening their loving relationships with their young adult children.
As you may know, GPS is a locally based educational consortium dedicated to presenting distinguished, relevant, high-profile authors, clinicians, and educators who share research-based knowledge and practical wisdom. The group's mission is to enhance the resilience and well-being of all students by helping them build relationships, develop coping strategies, and forge responsible decision-making skills.
You can go to glenbardgps.org for further information, including links to these webinars. To be placed on a reminder list for GPS events or to submit a question in advance, please contact Gilda Ross, Glenbard District 87 student and community projects coordinator, at gilda_ross@glenbard.org or 630-942-7668. Continuing professional development units are available.
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Ladies Night Out in Glen Ellyn THURSDAY
You're invited to grab your friends and Sip, Shop, and Stroll your way through 20 stores in Downtown Glen Ellyn on Thursday, April 11, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Tickets cost $15 per person and include up to three alcoholic drinks, plus small bites, non-alcoholic beverages and discounts throughout the shops. Ticketholders also will be entitled to specialty restaurant promotions as well as invitations to an after-party.
The deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, April 8, at midnight. You can click here to purchase tickets and learn more.
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Support Lombard's Chamber at the Lilac Ball
With the lilacs getting ready to burst into bloom, it's time to buy your tickets to the Lombard Chamber of Commerce Lilac Ball, to be held on May 10 at The Carlisle, 435 E. Butterfield Road in Lombard.
Tickets include a cocktail hour with appetizers, dinner with an open bar, and dancing. There will be games with prizes donated by Lombard businesses, as well as a live auction of "Lombard experiences."
Please get your tickets by Apr. 22. To learn more and buy tickets, you can click here.
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You can still place orders for Glen Ellyn's Kiwanis hanging basket/Vidalia Onion Sale
The Kiwanis Club of Glen Ellyn is hosting its annual sale of hanging flower baskets and Vidalia onions, to raise money for children in our community.
To order a hanging flower basket, you can click here. You also can order a bag (or more!) of Vidalia onions, now through April 29, by clicking here.
Additional information and order forms can be found here.
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Upcoming Events
We have lots of events coming up, so please take a look and mark your calendars today!
Apr. 13: Wheaton Recycling Event, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the DuPage Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road
Apr. 13: Free Public Stargazing, from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Naperville Astronomical Association's Astronomy Education Center, 3712 Plainfield-Naperville Road
Apr. 16-19: Restaurant Week in Lisle, showcasing restaurants throughout the village
Apr. 16: Comets: Past, Present, and Future, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Naperville Municipal Center (downstairs meeting room B), 400 S. Eagle Street
Apr. 17: Glen Ellyn Park District's Tails and Tales, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, 800 St. Charles Road
Apr. 20: Shred Event in Lisle, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Sea Lion Aquatic Park Parking Lot, 1825 Short Street
Apr. 20: 2K Glow Run/Walk in Glen Ellyn, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Ackerman Park, 800 St. Charles Road
Apr. 20: Safe, Free Viewing of the Sun, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Naperville Riverwalk, by Dandelion Fountain
Apr. 20-26: Glen Ellyn Park District's Earth Week, happening at various locations
Apr. 27: Glen Ellyn Recycling Extravaganza, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd, in Parking Lot #6 (from Lambert, West on College Road).
Apr. 27: Free Public Stargazing, from 8:30 to 10 p.m. at the Naperville Astronomical Association's Astronomy Education Center, 3712 Plainfield-Naperville Road
Apr. 30: Glen Ellyn Community Blood and Food Drive, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, 800 St. Charles Road
May 3: Family Bingo Night in Glen Ellyn, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, 800 St. Charles Road
May 4: DuPage River Sweep: Lake Ellyn Clean-Up, from 9 a.m. to noon at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road
May 4: Glen Ellyn Park District's Touch-A-Truck, from 10 a.m. to noon at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave.
May 4: May the Course Be with You Tournament, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Holes & Knolls, 845 Pershing Ave.
May 10: Kids on the Course in Glen Ellyn, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Holes & Knolls, 845 Pershing Ave.
May 20: B.R. Ryall YMCA's Annual Meeting and Champions Dinner at 5:30 p.m. at Abbington Distinctive Banquets, 3S002 Route 53 in Glen Ellyn
If you have any questions about pending legislation or other issues related to your state government, please don't hesitate to contact my office at 630-812-9292 or RepTCH42@gmail.com.
Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay strong,
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Terra Costa Howard
State Representative
42nd District
913 S. Main St.
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 812-9292
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