Downers Grove Business Owners: Free Social Media Training from Patch

RSVP to Patch's Main Street U, to be held 6 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 12 at Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant. Scroll down for details.

DGN Parents' Club to Hold Fundraiser at Ballydoyle

Fundraiser for student scholarships to be held April 20.

From the DGN Parents' Club: The Downers Grove North Parents’ Club’s April 20 scholarship fundraiser will help dreams come true for some of our most deserving students. The Parents’ Club Scholarship Program provides financial assistance for education and training beyond high school – no matter what career path the student may choose -- and recognizes achievements beyond academics, such as special talents, leadership, obstacles overcome, unique endeavors and community service. Colin Ludlow, one of 11 scholarship recipients last year, points out how valuable this is for Downers Grove North students. “Other scholarships -- national, regional and even community-wide -- are so incredibly competitive, the chances of winning are small. With this, …

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What To Do Around Woodridge This Weekend

DGS Homecoming festivities, live music and the Indian Summer Festival are in store for you.

Set your sights on some area fun this weekend? Check out what the area has to offer this weekend. The parade kicks off at 3:15 p.m. at Downers Grove South, following the school's pep rally. DGS Homecoming Football Game v. Willowbrook The sophomore game kicks off at 5 p.m. and the varsity game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Check out the band, the football teams and the homecoming festivities. Parents Matter Most  Check out the eye-opening documentary American Teen that follows the lives of five Indiana teenagers. Images may be considered PG-13. Share a meal and enjoy the film at the Woodridge United Methodist Church from 6 to 8:30 p.m. For more information on how to RSVP call or email Pastor Dave. This Canadian duo, former members of the roots …

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