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Events in the month of May 2023
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5/3/2023
Elementary 11:55am
Brown 11:45am
JH/HS 11:00am

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5/4/2023
For more than a century, the women of Central Illinois have been big supporters of the Heart of Illinois United Way. What better way to celebrate than to come together for a fun opportunity to support our impact work and engage in volunteerism. We hope you will join us at our Women United Happier Hour on May 4.

It is a fun and relaxed evening to connect and volunteer! Enjoy food and libations, raffle, a volunteer fair featuring local agencies, and fun, easy volunteer opportunities ... because research shows volunteering makes you happier!


Business Casual Attire
Remarks at 5:45 pm
Raffle Drawing at 6:45 pm

Thank you to Illinois Mutual and PNC for underwriting our underwriting our 2023 Women United Happier Hour!

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5/6/2023
This year the event will be held on Saturday, May 6, from 9:00am to 2:00pm. The rodeo will take place at the parking lot across from Jefferson School. All children ages K-6 are welcome to compete in the event and will receive a gift bag just for attending. The children will be divided into three different groups, with the top three finishers in each group receiving prizes. These prizes will come in the form of $125, $100, and $75 Morton Chamber of Commerce gift certificates to be spent at many of our local business. In addition to the prizes for the top finishers a drawing has been set up with donations from local businesses. Any child that attends the event will have the opportunity to win free prizes including Morton pool passes, pizza vouchers, gift cards, and more.
Come enjoy the spring weather, and have some fun!

Registration will be completed at the event.

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5/6/2023
The Route 66 Watch and Clock Club is sponsoring a free Central Illinois Watch and Clock Show and Sale on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at the American Legion, located at 24 E Adams Street in Morton, Illinois between 11 am and 2 pm. The show is free, and open to the public. The show will be held in the basement area. 

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5/12/2023
 -5/31/2023

"Heart of the House" Meal Program
The Heart of the House Meal Program provides a way to extend care and comfort to our families who appreciate a nutritious meal before going to the hospital, or upon return from a day of medical treatments or spending the day at the bedside of their loved one.

Ways to Get Involved:
  • Provide a meal for our families

  • Conduct a “Fill the Pantry” drive

  • Plan and implement a fundraising event

  • Serve on a committee

  • Organize a group volunteer day


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5/12/2023

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5/20/2023
This is a tentative date

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5/24/2023
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Peoria Riverfront Museum

Brief Program at 5:45pm
Refreshments & Light Hors D'oeuvres
RSVP by May 17th

communityfoundationci.org/annualmtg2023 or call 309-674-8730

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5/25/2023
Join the Morton Chamber of Commerce and the Better Banks Staff as they celebrate the 125th Year Anniversary of Better Banks in Central Illinois. There will be drinks, appetizers, and door prizes! Stop by to celebrate with us!

Thursday, May 25
4:30pm - 6:00pm

Better Banks
805 W Jackson St.
Morton, IL 61550

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5/25/2023
 -5/28/2023

The Morton Civic Chorus presents ENCORE to benefit the Central Illinois Memorial Kidney Fund, May 25-28 at the Bertha Frank Performing Arts Center.  Virtually every dollar raised goes to the dialysis patients throughout Central Illinois 

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5/26/2023
Illinois State Police Morton Forensic Science Laboratory is hosting a blood drive.  Many variables can impact our blood inventories such as weather, holidays or tragic events.  Every day, patients who need blood are in crisis and you can help by volunteering to donate.  Less than 10% of the population gives blood, so donors that give on a regular basis are important to meet these needs. Schedule an appoitnment today!

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5/27/2023

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5/29/2023
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5/29/2023
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5/29/2023
Memorial Day breakfast and service to honor our veterans and families.

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5/30/2023
On Friday, June 2 from 10:00AM - 3:00PM, Goodwill of Central Illinois will host it's annual multi-employer hiring event. The event will take place at Goodwill Commons, 2319 E. War Memorial Dr., Peoria. 

More than 40 employers are expected to attend. Job seekers are asked to bring resumes and be prepared for interviews. Three days prior to the event Goodwill is offering interview prep classes. 

5/30 - Look the Part: Tips on utilizing what you have in your closet to be interview-ready.
5/31 - Resume Ready: Assistance with getting your resume interview-ready.
6/1 - Apply Early: Apply for jobs you want BEFORE the event and save time AT the event.

All classes are held from 1:30 - 3:30PM.

All classes are held at Goodwill Commons. Call or text 309-339-7326 for more information. As with all Goodwill services, classes are FREE. 

For more information visit Goodwill's website at www.goodwillpeo.org.

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5/31/2023
On Friday, June 2 from 10:00AM - 3:00PM, Goodwill of Central Illinois will host it's annual multi-employer hiring event. The event will take place at Goodwill Commons, 2319 E. War Memorial Dr., Peoria. 

More than 40 employers are expected to attend. Job seekers are asked to bring resumes and be prepared for interviews. Three days prior to the event Goodwill is offering interview prep classes. 

5/30 - Look the Part: Tips on utilizing what you have in your closet to be interview-ready.
5/31 - Resume Ready: Assistance with getting your resume interview-ready.
6/1 - Apply Early: Apply for jobs you want BEFORE the event and save time AT the event.

All classes are held from 1:30 - 3:30PM.

All classes are held at Goodwill Commons. Call or text 309-339-7326 for more information. As with all Goodwill services, classes are FREE. 

For more information visit Goodwill's website at www.goodwillpeo.org.

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