Community Events & Info
What a Night!
GRIT-Together Raises Nearly $10,000 for Local Mental Health Initiatives
The grit2 fundraiser was a tremendous success, selling out and raising an impressive near $10,000 to support vital local mental health initiatives. Funds that will directly benefit in-school programs, community education, and the grit2 Teen Board, empowering young people with the resources and support they need to thrive.
We are incredibly grateful to these businesses as well as everyone who attended and supported our mission including local organizations such as the Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club, the DuPage Foundation, the Grove Foundation and the Rotary Club of Downers Grove to name just a few! A special thanks to Alter Brewing for their space, Portillo's and Clara's Pasta for delicious food and The Michels Group for their sponsorship of the Chicago Rock Exchange who provided incredible live music. Finally, a HUGE shoutout to our fundraising chairs Wendy Murphy and Meghan Jacobson who, per usual, went above and beyond to make the night beyond our wildest dreams.
We are so proud and honored to be a part of this community. Your support helps us continue the work of supporting mental health and strengthening resiliency in our youth. Thank you!
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UPCOMING PARTNER EVENTS
DOWNERS GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Social Work Interns
DGPL has partnered with Aurora University's School of Social Work to host interns at the library. Interns at the library receive credit for their work at the library.
Social Work Interns are available for patrons to meet with for 20-minute consultations to help refer patrons to services. To meet with a Social Work Intern, visit here.
GLENBARD PARENT SERIES
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Duncan Kirkwood
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Sarah Ward and Dr. Jessica Minahan
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Sarah Vinson MD
Better Days: Supporting Kids' Mental Wellness When Things Aren’t OK
Wed Mar, 12 2025 @ noon and 7 pm CST
Dr. Alexandra Solomon
HYBRID EVENT -- Cultivating Healthy Relationships For Joy, Peace and a Meaningful Life
Wed Mar, 19 2025 @ noon and 7pm CST
Dr. Bryan Pearlman
From Struggles to Success: Foster Goal Setting, Responsibility and Compromise
Thu Mar, 20 2025 @ 6-8pm CST SPANISH ONLY
Dr. Mario Guzmán
IN PERSON B-PAC in Spanish: Ayudar a su hijo a prosperar y encontrar un propósito en tiempos difíciles / Helping Your Child Flourish and Find Purpose in Challenging Times
Tue Mar, 25 2025 @ noon and 7pm CST
Dr. Mary Ann Little
How to NOT Raise a Narcissist in an All-About-Me World