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Chicago Tribune
05-07-2025
- Health
- Chicago Tribune
Naperville News Digest: A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter expands animal medical services; DuPage County awards more than $711,000 in grants
A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter's community clinic in Naperville is expanding services to offer appointments for pets with minor illnesses and injuries starting Thursday, July 10. The services will be in addition to wellness exams, vaccinations and spay and neuter surgeries already provided by the shelter's clinic, a news release said. Care for minor conditions, such as skin irritations, ear infections, minor wounds and other nonemergency issues will be available by appointment on Thursdays and Fridays, the release said. Special pricing is available for veterans and people with disabilities or receiving Social Security or Link benefits. A.D.O.P.T., a private, nonprofit and no-kill animal shelter and veterinary clinic, is located at 420 and 425 Industrial Drive. The expanded services furthers the clinic's mission to provide accessible, compassionate care for pets and remove barriers to care for pet owners, especially those facing financial challenges, the release said. For appointments, call 630-355-2299 or go to The DuPage County Board has awarded grants of up to $30,000 each to 32 small nonprofit organizations, including several serving the Naperville area. The board's Human Services Committee approved $711,336 in funding through its Small Agency Grant Programs, a county news release said. Eligible agencies had to apply for the money and be a nonprofit organization with an annual revenue of less than $300,000, the release said. Organizations selected provide programs and services in the areas of economic development, education and mentoring, housing and shelter, behavioral health services, substance use disorder treatment and food assistance. Some of the local organizations receiving grant funds include: Accelerate Climate Solutions, Chinese American Women in Action, Community Access Naperville Inc., Naperville Neighbors United, Orchestra Parents/Patrons' United Support, O.L.I. Gardens Inc. and Ride Assist Naperville. Funding for the program came from investment earnings from the American Rescue Plan Act. Funds were distributed equally among the County Board's six districts, the release said. The Rotary Club of Naperville recently installed Mike Calabrese as its new president and honored several of its members. Among those recognized were Donna Malone, named Rotarian of the Year; Barry McKeown, recipient of the Rita Harvard Lifetime Achievement Award; and Alma Jones, presented with the Art Davis Leadership Award, a news release said. Outgoing president Jacque Clermont said the organization distributed more than $550,000 in the last year through scholarships, grants and community giving and welcomed a record number of new members. The club also surpassed its fundraising goals, collecting more than $30,000 in Sergeant-at-Arms donations to support student scholarships. The club's theme for the upcoming year is 'United for Good,' Calabrese said in the release.
Chicago Tribune
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Naperville News Digest: A.D.O.P.T.'s annual Makin' Strides 5K, fest set for June 1; country musicians to play at Edward Foundation benefit
The A.D.O.P.T. animal shelter in Naperville will host its 32nd annual Makin' Strides for Strays 5K and Family Fest from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 1, at Phillips Park, 1000 Ray Moses Drive, Aurora. In addition to a new event location around Mastodon Lake, the event will also feature food trucks, music, vendors, games and activities for children, a news release said. Dogs are welcome. Registration includes a T-shirt, bandana and swag bag while supplies last. The fee to participate in the 5K is $40, but will increase after Friday, May 16. Admission to the fest is free but donations will be accepted. The fundraiser will beneft A.D.O.P.T., a no-kill, nonprofit animal shelter at 420 Industrial Drive. It provides spay and neuter programs and wellness care and treatment for illnesses and helps find homes for animals, the release said. For more information, go to Nashville-based country musicians Mark Addison Chandler and Nate Kenyon will perform in a private 'Backstage Session' from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 16, at Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar, 8 W. Gartner Road, to benefit local cancer patients. Tickets cost $55.20, with half going to Edward Foundation, the nonprofit fundraising organization for Edward Hospital, a news release said. Doors will open to ticket holders at 2 p.m., the event description said. Ticket purchases include an exclusive food menu with seafood and non-seafood options, beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks. Parking is free. After the private session, a public event featuring Tres Moustache will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are available at The Naperville Park District will host two personal safety workshops on Thursday, June 5, at the Fort Hill Activity Center, 20 Fort Hill Drive. The 'Real-World Self-Defense' workshops at 2 and 6 p.m. will be presented by RJM Strategy Group President Ray McGury, former park district executive director. McGury is a former law enforcement professional and a certified instructor for Krav Maga, a self-defense system. The program is designed for teens and adults with little to no self-defense knowledge or experience, a park district news release said. Sessions will cover safety and situational awareness and include basic self-defense skills. The course is $25 for residents and $37.50 for nonresidents. Register to attend at
