Tag: Kirkland

Ten Graduating Seniors Receive Resource Bank Centennial Service Awards

May. 24 no comments

resourcebankResource Bank awarded $10,000 in scholarships to ten graduating high school seniors throughout DeKalb County. Each year, the Centennial Service Award is given to those students that exhibit a strong sense of community pride and are highly involved in volunteer work and community service activities.

Resource Bank is proud to announce the recipients of $1,000 from the Class of 2013:

Matthew Allen, DeKalb High School, dedicated his time to the Eagle Scouts and participated in many community projects including renovating the dog runs at and providing money for mobile cat carriers to TAILS Humane Society. Jacob Alstadt, Somonauk High School, dedicated his time to the Eagle Scouts and served his community through several projects including building a bridge in a local forest preserve. Dallas Boehne, Indian Creek High School, volunteered time at the N.I.C.E Center food pantry, participated in numerous fundraisers, and dedicated time to help the needs of children and elderly in her community. Jaylene Jennings, DeKalb High School, prepared meals for Hope Haven and Feed My Starving Children and dedicated many hours to beautification projects throughout her community. Beth Klein, Hinckley-Big Rock High School, worked many hours with Opportunity House, Feed My Starving Children, and spent significant time on church and cemetery beautification projects.

Maxwell Kruse, Genoa-Kingston High School, prepared meals at Feed ‘Em Soup and Feed My Starving Children and coordinated an Eagle Scout service project at Russell Woods. Jacob Marx, DeKalb High School, dedicated his time with to the Eagle Scouts and participated in a project to build a children’s activity area inside Feed ‘Em Soup called “Lexi’s Corner”. Jacob plans on majoring in Political Science and Communications in college. Lydia Moore, Sycamore High School, dedicated time to Big Brother and Big Sisters, packed meals for Feed My Starving Children, and travelled to Montana on a youth mission trip to work with children on a Native American reservation. Ariel Russell, Indian Creek High School, volunteered with the N.I.C.E Center food pantry and worked with the Indian Creek CCC (Community Concern for Children). Laura Smith, Sandwich High School, volunteered with Kendall County Operation Snowball and Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program and has been involved with the children’s ministry of her church. Congratulations to all of these outstanding graduates.

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Kirkland Family Fun in the Park Saturday

May. 08 no comments

familyfunintheparkJoin in Family Fun in the Park at Franklin Township Park in Kirkland this Saturday, May 11th, 2013. From 10am – 2pm boys and girls in the Kirkland area as well as their families and friends are invited to come enjoy some great family fun in the park. Lunch will be available for purchase and the Kirkland Open Air Market will also be open with items for sale.

Try out the climbing wall; race a model car and launch a water rocket! All of this and more will be at the Kirkland Park to enjoy. Bring your family and friends. All activities are absolutely free. Franklin Township Park is located one block south of Main Street.

This event is sponsored by Cub Scout Pack 82 and the Kirkland Youth and Community Organization. They would love to have families sign up for scouting but that is not required in order to participate in the event. Visit www.kirklandcubscouts.org or call 815.751.5186 to learn more about scouting.

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Kirkland Family Dance

Apr. 19 no comments

familydanceCome to the Kirkland Family Dance this Saturday, April 20th, from 7-9pm. Daddy/Daughter and Mother/Son combos will all have fun at the Kirkland Fire Station Community Room. For all children 4th grade and below. This is the first event sponsored by the brand new ‘Kirkland Youth and Community Organization (KYACO).

There is a $2.50 per person ticket donation. They will have snacks and drinks provided at no cost and an optional Memory Photo for $1. Come dance to DJ Scotty Bellah! Advance ticket sales recommended, limited space available. Contact Pam Heeter to reserve your spot today. Call  815.757.0616.

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DeKalb, Sycamore, Kirkland to Recieve Fire Protection Grants from Quinn

Apr. 17 1 comment

firetruckGovernor Pat Quinn today joined Illinois State Fire Marshal Larry Matkaitis to announce that a total of 96 fire departments across the state will share $2 million in grant funds to purchase small equipment, protective clothing, breathing apparatus and other tools for firefighters. These Small Equipment Grants are funded through a percentage of all fire insurance sold in Illinois, and are distributed through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal. The grant awards are part of Governor Quinn’s agenda to increase public safety and support emergency responders.

“Our heroes in fire departments across the state, big and small, paid and volunteer, deserve all the help they can get to keep our communities safe,” Governor Quinn said. “These grants will assist 96 fire departments in Illinois to do just that.”

The purpose of the Small Equipment Grant Program is to provide funds directly to local units of government for the purchase of small equipment by a fire department, fire protection district or township fire department. These departments are eligible for grants up to $26,000.

Locally, the DeKalb Fire Department will receive $25,750, the Kirkland Fire Department will receive $23,880 and the Sycamore Fire Department will get $16,614 from this initiative.

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Kirkland Lions Club Pork Chop Dinner Fundraiser

Apr. 11 no comments

porkchopsPlan to pick up Saturday’s dinner at Kirkland Lions Club’s Pork Chop Dinner Fundraiser. It will be happening this Saturday, April 13th, from 3pm – 7pm at Kirkland Lions Hall, 408 S 5th St. in Kirkland.

This is a fundraiser to help fund for the projects the Kirkland Lions Club does in the Kirkland Community and around the World. The cost will be $8.00 for a 2 chop dinner and $6.00 for a one chop dinner. Dinner will include chops, beans, bread and butter, apple sauce and a drink! See any Kirkland Lions Club member for tickets. Help them help the less fortunate! Visit their Facebook Event page here

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Easter Egg Hunts This Saturday Abound

Mar. 27 no comments

easteregghuntThe Easter Bunny will be busy hopping all over DeKalb County this weekend in 2013!  Sycamore, Kirkland, Genoa, Waterman, Sandwich, Somonauk and DeKalb are all having Easter events for the kids this year. Just in case you want to hop along with him, we’ve provided links to the locations of each below. Enjoy!

Sycamore Breakfast With the Bunny
Welcome the Bunny to Sycamore and commemorate the event with breakfast, pictures and art projects this Saturday, March 30. Due to the popularity of this event, breakfast is now offered at two times. The event will be held at the Sycamore Park District Golf Course Clubhouse, 940 East State St..  Click here to learn more about the breakfast.  The breakfast will be finished in time for the Egg Hunt sponsored by the Sycamore Police Department, held at the Good Tymes Shelter at 10:00 a.m. Visit the Sycamore Park District website.

25th Annual Sycamore Police Dept. Easter Egg Hunt
Please bring your own baskets this Saturday at 10am for the Sycamore Police Department Easter Egg Hunt. See the Easter Bunny and Meet McGruff!! There will be three age levels with prizes in each level. For kids 10 years old and under. In case of bad weather listen to WLBK 1360AM radio on the morning of March 30th for any changes. Meet near the Good Tymes Shelter, on the East side of the Sycamore Park off Airport Rd..

Kirkland Easter Egg Hunt
The Kirkland Lions Club will hold it’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday, March 30th at 1pm at the football field behind the Hiawatha High School, weather permitting. In case of bad weather, the event will be moved to the High School gym.

9th Annual Genoa Park District Easter Egg Hunt
Kids grab your basket and fill it with eggs and candy and maybe find a special prize egg. Children will be separated by age groups for more fun. The Easter Bunny will be out also so bring your camera. The egg hunt will go fast so don’t be late. This is a free event. The event will be this Saturday, March 30th at 10:00 am for ages 4 and Under and 10:30 for ages 5 and above. It will be held at Chamberlain Park on W. 2nd. Street, in Genoa.

The Annual Waterman Lion’s Club Easter Egg Hunt
All Waterman Elementary and Preschool children are invited to attend this Easter Egg Hunt in Waterman at the Indian Creek Middle School (south gym). Children will search for eggs, win prizes, and visit with the Easter Bunny. The Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2013 starting at 11:00 a.m..

Annual Sandwich Spring Egg Hunt
Mr. Bunny will visit the Sandwich Sprint Egg Hunt this Saturday March 30th, starting at 9:30am sharp. Bring your camera for a wonderful opportunity to take a keepsake photo. The Egg Hunt will take place at James Knights Park, 1001 N. Latham Street in Sandwich. Children will separate into groups for ages 3 years and under, ages 4 – 5 and ages 6 – 9. This is a FREE event with no pre-registration required.

Somonauk Easter Egg Hunt
Community Park will be the site of a Saturday, March 30, egg hunt, sponsored by the Junior Women’s Club. Games, prizes and cookie decorating will be featured, with activities beginning at 11:30 a.m. Community Park is located on S. Gage St. in Somonauk.

DeKalb Easter Egg Hunt at Hopkins Park
Join in the fun and the hunt as children discover those colorful eggs filled with treats that have been hidden around Hopkins Park by the elusive Easter Bunny. Please come dressed for the weather and bring a bag or basket for gathering eggs. Participants can turn in their plastic eggs for treats. For Toddlers thru 4th grade. Free to attend. In the event of a major weather concern the event will be moved to Haish Gym for egg scrambles. Please call the Haish Gym at 815.756.8560 the day of the event no earlier than 9am to confirm change of venue. Saturday March 30th at 10am at the Hopkins Park Shelter, 1403 Sycamore Road, in DeKalb.

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Kirkland Meet the Candidates Night

Mar. 19 no comments

kirklandsignThe 2013 Kirkland Candidate’s Night will be held this Thursday, March 21st at the Kirkland Fire Station from 7-9pm. The first part of the session will have questions for the Mayor candidate’s and Village Board candidate’s. The second half of the program will feature questions for school board candidate’s, library and park board members, road commissioner and any other candidates.

Each candidate will be given up to three minutes to introduce themselves and why the individual is running for office. Verbal attacks on other candidates by candidates will not be allowed during the question and answer period. Questions will come from the moderator and will not be given to the candidate’s for the different boards in advance of the session.

This event is being sponsored by the Greater Area Kirkland Chamber of Commerce with the public being encouraged to attend the candidate’s night. If you have any questions about the program, please contact the president of the Kirkland Chamber at 815-522-9017 . The Kirkland Fire Station is located at 3891 Il. Route 72, in Kirkland, IL, 60146.

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Reelect Les Bellah for Kirkland Mayor

Mar. 16 , no comments

Hello, my name is Les Bellah. I am a candidate for re-election as mayor of Kirkland. My wife Patsy and I came to Kirkland in 1970.

We started our family in 1974. We have two children and 4 grandchildren. All of them have attended Hiawatha schools.

Les Bellah

Les Bellah

I have served as village trustee for a total of sixteen years and have held the office of mayor for a total of twelve years. I am very proud of my accomplishments over the years.

I was successful in annexing several properties that broadened the residential and industrial tax base for Kirkland. The Village Board and I worked hard on Euclid Chemical Company. During my tenure as mayor, two subdivisions were completed and Hickory Ridge remains a work in progress. Negotiations on those annexations brought many benefits including the Kirkland Fire Department facility.

I am a strong advocate for the children in our town. I am invited to speak with them at school each year. I listen to them! But most important, I hear them! I work hard each year to help present the Memorial Day program. This year will mark the fifth my production of “Pickin’ In The Park,” where money is raised for scholarships to be given to deserving students who have family ties to veterans who have honorably served this great country.

I am tuned in to the wants and needs of our village and I will continue working as hard as I can for you. Please understand, I am qualified, eager and ready to serve for another term as mayor. On April 9th, I hope you will give me the honor of voting for me!
Respectfully Submitted,

  • Faithfully served twenty eight years as Trustee and Mayor.
  • Member of DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation.
  • Founding member of the DeKalb County Regional Plan Commission.
  • I participated in the rapid response training seminar at Hiawatha School.
  • I personally funded part of the community safety net program when funding efforts fell short. This program teaches safety to school children.
  • I take an active part in the  D.A.R.E. Program each year. Each year I speak to the 4th grade classes as they study units of government.
  • I have worked very hard in getting a new factory in Kirkland that is now operating in the former Tempo building.
  • I was very much involved in securing the pharmacy we now have in Kirkland.
  • I am a member of the Northern Illinois Mayor’s Association. Currently serving as Secretary / Treasurer.
  • I worked very hard to find a way to help save you money each month on the cost of your electricity.
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Community Meat Raffle to Benefit Kirkland Food Pantry

Mar. 08 no comments

meatraffleJoin them in Kirkland this Saturday, March 9th, 2013  for a Meat Raffle benefiting the Kirkland Food Pantry and sponsored by the Kirkland Lions Club.   Starting at 7:00pm at the The Farmers Inn, get in on the meat raffle which lasts until 9pm. They will also have the famous RehnBo Pork Chops for sale. There will be two 50/50 raffles running from 7 to 12pm. Functional Family Band will start playing for the crowd at 9pm for lots of fun.

The public is invited to come, enjoy the evening and buy some meat to benefit the Kirkland Food Pantry. Visit their Facebook event page for more information. If you have a silent auction item you would like to donate contact Lion Greg Gissler at 815-826-0057 or let them know on the Facebook  page.  The Farmers Inn is located at 521 W. Main Street, in Kirkland, Illinois 60146.

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Genoa / Kirkland Home and Business Expo Saturday

Mar. 06 no comments

genoaexpoCome to the Genoa / Kirkland Home and Business Expo this Saturday, March 9, 2013 between 10am and 4pm. Meet local business owners and see their wares. There will be all sorts of raffles and giveaways to make the day fun for all.

This year’s featured attraction booth is Aramark Foods with autographs by former Chicago Bear Mark Green and Ace their mascot in attendance. This Year’s Raffle Prizes include; 51″ Samsung TV sponsored by Genoa Liquors; Family Vacation Package for 4 to Mt. Olympus and Top Secret in the Dells donated by Mt. Olympus; $200 Hotel Stay to Mt. Olympus sponsored by KishHealth Physicians Group Dr. Christine Weis; 2 Nights Stay to The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa donated by the Resort and a Kids Raffle NEXT Mountain Bike sponsored by James Mechanical.

Some of the booth vendors include, Unlimited Performance, Ken Spears Construction, Resource Bank, Edward Jones, Olympia Chiropractic, Century 21, Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce, Genoa Main Street and Park District and Hoffman Realty.  The Home and Business Expo will be held at the Genoa Kingston High School, 980 Park Ave. in Genoa.

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Bob Pritchard’s Community Coffee in Kirkland

Feb. 20 1 comment

pritchardhelpCome for coffee with your Illinois State Representative, Bob Pritchard at the Kirkland Village Hall this Saturday, February 23rd at 10am.

Bob has set up a series of these coffees to introduce himself to new constituents in his district, the area of which, was changed due to redistricting in 2012. Kirkland is the only coffee scheduled in DeKalb County due to the nature of the changed district.

Having problems with a state agency? Want to know more about state programs on a specific issue? Bob will do his best to help out. Stop in on Saturday to discuss State or local issues or just to say ‘Hi!’.

Kirkland Village Hall is located at 511 W. Main Street in Kirkland, Il.

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Celebrate National Blood Donor Month By Giving Thursday

Jan. 15 no comments

blood-driveIn celebration of January National Blood Donor Month, Heartland Blood Centers, an independent not-for-profit blood center serving 47 hospitals in a 12-county region in Illinois and Indiana, invites all healthy members of the community to share their good health through blood donation.  January is the highest transfusion month of the year as patients who can delay their non-emergency surgeries and treatments do so until after the holidays.

All donors who give blood at Heartland center or mobile locations during this January National Blood Donor Month will receive a $10 Target gift card. To be a blood donor, individuals must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with written parental permission; weigh at least 110 pounds; be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies; and be in general good health. Donors who have traveled outside the United States within the past 12 months should contact Heartland at 1-800-7TO-GIVE to determine eligibility.

The Kirkland Lions will be holding a Blood Drive this Thursday, January 17, 2013 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm. The Kirkland Lions Blood Drive will be held at the Kirkland Fire Barn about 1 mile west of town at 3891 State Rt. 72 in Kirkland. Heartland Blood Center will be collecting the blood.

Also on Thursday, the DeKalb Masonic Lodge #144 at Fairview and South 4th Street in DeKalb will be collecting blood between 3:00pm – 7:00pm. Please call Jamie Lauer from Heartland Blood Center at (815)758-7268 if you have any questions about either collection. To locate other collection sites / days please visit Heartland Blood Center’s website.

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