The holiday toy drive at Wrigley Field was a major success, with children in need receiving 30,000 toys this season.
Chicago Cubs fans were apparently in a giving mood this holiday season, with the team’s annual toy drive raking in 30,000 gifts for children in need. The Chicago Cubs Charities partnered with WGN Morning News for the holiday toy drive from Nov. 25 until Wrigley Field’s tree lighting ceremony on Nov. 30. Residents were encouraged to bring unwrapped toys to the Cubs’ administrative office, and in return, they received a free pass to the Rink at Wrigley. And according to a statement by the Cubs, the toy drive was a big success. “Thanks to your generous donations, WGN was able to donate 30,000 toys for children in need during the holiday season to the Jennifer Hudson's Julian D. King Gift Foundation,” the statement read. The Chicago Cubs …
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Bust our your holiday cheer and get ready to meet your state representative this Monday.
Get ready to deck the halls with your local government official! State Rep. Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago) will host a holiday open house on Monday, December 10 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at her constituent services office located at 1051 W. Belmont Ave. Local residents are invited to share their thoughts on state government or ideas on legislation, or just to enjoy light refreshments and meet Feigenholtz and neighbors. The open house will also serve as a drop-off point for Heartland Pediatric Center – Lake View’s toy drive. Most patients are newborn to 12 months old with some patients ranging from 2-5 years old. As many patients come from low-income families, the toy drive is crucial in ensuring that each child receives a toy this holiday …
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