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Hometown Fest carnival Mega Pass on sale
Posted on June 23, 2017
Ride the entire fest from open until close with the Mega Pass! Mega Pass wristbands for the carnival at the Jaycees’ Hometown Fest are now on sale. The Mega Pass wristband allows unlimited rides every day of the festival. The carnival will open at 5 p.m. Thursday, June 29, and run through the afternoon of Tuesday, July … Continue reading Hometown Fest carnival Mega Pass on sale
Jaycees prepare for 60th Hometown Fest
Posted on May 23, 2017
Palatine Jaycees members will meet at Tap House Bar and Grill May 23 at 7 p.m. to prepare for the 60th Annual Hometown Fest Fourth of July celebration. The festival will include a professional fireworks show with patriotic music, live entertainment, a carnival, food vendors, a parade, a craft fair and business expo, a baggo … Continue reading Jaycees prepare for 60th Hometown Fest
Jaycees host Casino Night
Posted on May 4, 2017
The Palatine Jaycees are hosting a Casino Night fundraiser Friday, May 19 from 7 p.m. until midnight at the American Legion Post 690, 122 W. Palatine Rd. in Palatine. Enjoy a night of Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, High/Low Dice, and the Money Wheel. Casino Night is open to anyone 21 or older, and admission is $5. … Continue reading Jaycees host Casino Night
Jaycees host free Easter egg hunt
Posted on March 31, 2017
The Palatine Jaycees will entertain local children up to nine years old on Sunday, April 9 with an Easter egg hunt starting at noon in Towne Square park. “We will have 3,500 Easter eggs filled with candy and prizes in the grassy area of Towne Square,” said Ofelia Garcia, project co-chair. “We’ll divide the kids … Continue reading Jaycees host free Easter egg hunt
Jaycees seek scholarship applicants
Posted on March 20, 2017
The Palatine Jaycees are seeking applicants for three $2,000 scholarships that will be presented at the Jaycees’ June 15 general membership meeting. The scholarships are given through the Palatine Jaycees’ annual Leadership Scholarship program. “The Jaycees are a leadership training organization and we want to reward high school seniors who demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities,” said … Continue reading Jaycees seek scholarship applicants
Palatine Jaycees named Illinois’ best chapter
Posted on March 12, 2017
The Palatine Jaycees have been named the most outstanding chapter in Illinois and honored for their work in the community. The Palatine chapter was named the best chapter in Illinois in 2016 through the statewide Giessenbier award, which is given for chapter programming, growth and overall performance. The Palatine Jaycees also were the state’s overall … Continue reading Palatine Jaycees named Illinois’ best chapter
Jaycees to give money for community needs
Posted on March 10, 2017
The Palatine Jaycees are accepting applications from local community organizations serving Palatine residents as part of their annual Community Donations Program. “Historically, these awards have ranged from $100 to $3,000,” said Ellen Dugosh, Chair of the Program. “The requests for assistance historically have been for programs or equipment. We receive applications from a wide range … Continue reading Jaycees to give money for community needs
Jaycees Auction Raises $1,301 for Camp New Hope
Posted on March 3, 2017
The Palatine Jaycees donated $1,301 to Camp New Hope, a year-round recreational experience for people with developmental and physical disabilities. The camp occupies 41 acres on the shore of Lake Mattoon in east-central Illinois. The money was raised during the chapter’s annual Regifters’ Auction in January. “We ask members to bring in any gifts they … Continue reading Jaycees Auction Raises $1,301 for Camp New Hope
Jaycees Raise $2,155 for Special Olympics Illinois
Posted on February 21, 2017
Eighteen members of the Palatine Jaycees jumped into Twin Lakes to support Special Olympics Illinois on Sunday, February 19. “It may be 60 degrees out today, but that water is still really cold!” said team co-captain, Ryan Rivard. The team more than doubled its fundraising goal of $1,000 and donated $2,155 to the cause. The … Continue reading Jaycees Raise $2,155 for Special Olympics Illinois
Palatine Jaycees Name 2017 Officers
Posted on January 19, 2017
The Palatine Jaycees turned over the reins of the organization to their new board of directors for 2017 at their Annual Awards and Installation Banquet held on January 14 at the Falcon Park Recreation Center. The new executive officers for the chapter are Sarah Harwerth-De Marco, President; Sarah McKillop, Administrative Vice President; Zach Kulig, Chapter … Continue reading Palatine Jaycees Name 2017 Officers