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Just Judy - a book about his mother Judy Barr Topinka
Oct. 11, 2018
Judy Baar Topinka (January 16, 1944 – December 10, 2014) was an American politician and member of the Republican Party from the U.S. State of Illinois. Although originally a journalist, Topinka served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1981 to 1985 and in the Illinois Senate from 1985 to 1995. She was elected to three terms as Illinois State Treasurer, serving from 1995 to 2007. She was the first woman to become state treasurer, the first to be elected to three consecutive terms, and the first Republican to hold the post in more than 32 years. During her last term as treasurer, she was the only Republican to hold statewide elected office in Illinois. In 2002, she was elected chair of the Illinois Republican Party, holding that office until 2005. Contact: josephtopinka@yahoo.com
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No speaker today
Oct. 18, 2018
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Project C.U.R.E. Chicago
Oct. 25, 2018
Project C.U.R.E. is the largest provider of donated medical supplies and equipment to developing countries around the world. Project C.U.R.E. is the recipient of the GuideStar Exchange Platinum Seal, the Charity Navigator Four-Star Rating and ranked by Forbes as one of the 20 Most Efficient Large U.S. Charities. Walter J. Johnson Executive Director Project C.U.R.E. Chicago 10305 Argonne Dr., Suite 200 Woodridge, IL 60517 Direct: 1.312.804.8002 Serving the Midwest Region |
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When you should consider spine surgery
Nov. 01, 2018
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What is Illinois Secure Choice?
Nov. 08, 2018
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SOS CHILDREN'S VILLAGES, one of our previously sanctioned charities
Nov. 29, 2018
SOS Children’s Villages Illinois offers an innovative approach to traditional foster care. Our model of care gives children the opportunity to live in a nurturing, stable, single-family home with their brothers and sisters in the care of a full-time, professionally trained Foster Parent in one of our Villages. Children benefit from the stability of remaining with their siblings as well as the support of neighboring SOS Illinois Foster Parents and the entire community. Each Village offers comprehensive services including: individual and group counseling, mentoring, and educational and cultural enrichment opportunities. This highly supportive setting provides children a sense of safety, security, and community, encouraging them on their journey toward healing and reaching their fullest potential. AMY KACZMAREK Director of Development
SOS Children’s Villages Illinois Administrative Office 216 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 925 Chicago, IL 60606 Office: (312)372-8200, ext. 123 Cell: (312)320-6305 Fax: (312)372-8202
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Dec. 06, 2018 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $40 Member - $50 Guest For our raffle to fund My Joyful Heart, would you please bring a raffle gift. It could be completely wrapped or transparent. Also our treasurer would so appreciate your paying for this Holiday Party by cash or check at one of our upcoming meetings. Here's our schedule of events:
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Breakthrough to Action
Dec. 13, 2018
Valerie Mrak is a speaker, award-winning documentary filmmaker, storyteller and life coach. She has interviewed a wide range of people from the His Holiness the Dalai Lama to a Blackfoot Medicine Woman, Fortune 100 CEOs and “everyday” people with fascinating stories
She is a storyteller with Indigan Storytellers, where she co-leads storytelling workshops and tells original stories at public performances around the Chicago region.
Ms. Mrak is a Toastmasters International contest winner at the Club, Area and Division level, is a past president of Women in Film/Chicago and was named in Today’s Chicago Woman as one of “100 Women to Watch”. Valerie Mrak
Inspiring Audiences
Speaker • Filmmaker • Coach
Mrakulous Productions p 773-255-1425
TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/NpHE2Q_OM6E
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First Aid Kit Assembly - No Speaker
Dec. 20, 2018
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Dec. 22, 2018 8:00 p.m.
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"Understanding Maternal Health in Ethiopia: the Role of Indigenous Knowledge and Practice"
Dec. 27, 2018
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Changing the Course of Human History
Jan. 03, 2019
Our member Ed Jacob will present this program. A special program for the benefit of all. Objectives: To recognize someone at risk of suicide, to intervene with those at risk and to refer them to an appropriate source. The presentation will provide knowledge and dispel myths about suicide and to highlight suicide prevention resources. It will also highlight the role of “Gatekeeper’s.”
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Update on new Co. Lab Program - Leyden
Feb. 07, 2019
This week we will have the pleasure of having Leyden teachers Amy Gorzynski and Chris Lange along with six students as our lunch guest. They will tell us about the District’s experiential, hands-on learning process called “Co.Lab”
Co.Lab is an abbreviation of “Collaborative” meaning cooperate, communicate, construct, etc. The name “Lab” is for hands-on, experiential learning. Students become confident, creative problem-solvers in an interdisciplinary and collaborative space that fosters inquiry, leadership, communication, and reflection to help students discover their passions and advocate for their learning.
Contact: Frank Holthouse FHolthouse@leyden212.org
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Neptune Society
Feb. 14, 2019
Neptune Society is the oldest and most trusted cremation service provider not only in the United States, but we are also international. Paula Sexton, and Michael Brace, our speakers, will provide information about the benefits of cremation and the benefits of pre-planning to your members.
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HIV Epeidemic among Mexican Immigrants in Chicago
Mar. 01, 2019
By special request from our members, Professor Patricia Aguado is returning to tell us more from where she left off at her past presentation February 28th,
HIV and Mexican Immigrants in Chicago, Patricia Aguado, PhD, LCSW, Assistant Professor
This presentation will discuss the HIV epidemic among Mexican immigrants in Chicago and the social and structural barriers to HIV care and retention for this population.
Contact: John Butler jlbutle1@neiu.edu Phone: (773) 442-4219 |
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Sports World
Mar. 07, 2019
kslimak@sportsworld.org The mission of Sports World was simple: to address problems facing our nation’s youth by sending professional athletes to share personal life experiences with students, helping them to recognize the consequences of their choices while challenging them with a message of hope. WrestlerHEIGHT: 6’6” WEIGHT: 340 POSITION: Professional Wrestler HONORS:
Kim Slimak | Marketing Coordinator
1919 S. Post Road | Indianapolis, IN 46239
800-832-6546 | www.sportsworld.org
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Character Based Management
Mar. 14, 2019
What makes us a good or bad boss are the behaviors we call a person’s character. We can improve our character, and thereby improve our organization’s effectiveness and productivity as well as our job satisfaction. Now is the time to start! Robert Beezat is a management consultant who has worked with over 350 public, private, and not-for-profit organizations around the country. He is also a former city manager and business owner. He has been an adjunct faculty member at several universities teaching business, human resource, and supervisory management courses. He is the author of Character Based Management: A Key to More Productive & Effective Organizations and Knowing and Loving: The Keys to Real Happiness. You can find out more about him and his books at www.robertbeezat.com
Contact Robert@robertbeezat.com 630-747-5028 |
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Be Aware of what you are drinking
Mar. 28, 2019
Jim spoke to our group 4 years ago and will give us an update.
Jim's humor-infused talk reveals what is in the water you drink and the simple solution to avoid these polluted and expensive tap waters. Sport drinks may not be the best option, and doctors and athletes have changed their beverage of choice for years now. Jim will show how this water will also make healthy changes in your life.
630-897-8978 jim@jimrabb.com
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Belly of the Blues
Apr. 11, 2019
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