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* It's Friday and time for the City's weekly recap to help us stay better connected, informed, and prepared.

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AROUND THE CITY...

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Tell the Forest Preserve What You Think

* WHAT: Share your thoughts about events, trails, resources, and more in the Forest Preserve District's survey.

* DETAILS: The Forest Preserve District is made up of 26,000 acres with 60 forest preserves, 166 miles of trails, seven education centers, and scores of programs.

* SURVEY LINK: Forest Preserve District of DuPage

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Blood Drive December 13

* WHAT: Warrenville Park District will host a blood drive.

* WHEN: Wednesday, December 13, 2:00-5:00 p.m., in a mobile unit at the Warrenville Community Building, 3S260 Warren Avenue.

* PARTICIPATE: Walk-ins welcome; appointments preferred. Make an appointment at: Blood Drive

Toys for Tots Seeks Donations by December 13

* Help make this year's Toys for Tots campaign a success!

* DONATE: Unwrapped toys in original packaging, for newborns-12 years old.

* WHEN: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. until 12:00 p.m. December 13.

* WHERE: Warrenville Police Department, 3S245 Warren Avenue.

* GIVE online at: Toys for Tots

THINGS TO DO...

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Library Launches Winter Reading Challenge

* Dive into the winter reading challenge at Warrenville Public Library District!

* Read for 1,000 minutes, equivalent to the Iditarod Trail's doggone miles, and score a gift. Plus, you're in the running for a grand prize.

* Begin the reading race at: Winter Reading Challenge

TIMELY TOPICS...

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Warrenville Named One of the Most Exciting Small Towns

* Worldatlas.com travel guide features Warrenville in their latest article: "These Towns In Illinois Come Alive In Winter."

* Warrenville is one of the "little locations that offer a unique holiday experience shielded from the chaos in crowded cities."

* And, "They are home to endless outdoor opportunities and host friendly, close-knit communities that will make you feel like a home away from home."

* Read more at: WorldAtlas.com

FROM COUNCIL CHAMBERS...

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