Welcome to FYI Warrenville

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

Let's begin…

AROUND THE CITY...

Take the Amtrak Survey

* WHAT: Tell Amtrak what you think about plans to redesign the Concourse at Chicago Union Station.

* DETAILS: The renovation will:

* improve safety

* reduce severe congestion

* create a more customer friendly passenger flow

* improve signage and wayfinding

* expand restroom capacity

* create a spacious Amtrak waiting and boarding area

* SURVEY LINK: Amtrak

Hometown Happenings is Out!

* The December issue of the City's monthly newsletter will reach homes soon.

* Read an interactive online edition now at: Hometown Happenings

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IDEC Celebrations

* The City's Inclusion Diversity Equity and Awareness Commission (IDEC) honors federally recognized heritage and history months throughout the year as part of our commitment to building an inclusive community that values diversity.

* We recognize International Day of Peoples with Disabilities on December 3 to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities.

* We also celebrate International Human Rights Day on December 10.

* IDEC welcomes feedback, ideas, and suggestions to further the mission of inclusivity and respect for all in Warrenville. Submit comments to: idec@warrenville.il.us.

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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 through 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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What's On Tap This Weekend

* Holly Days: Friday, December 1, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Warrenville Park District, corner of Manning and Warren avenues. Santa arrives for a visit, Mayor Brummel lights the City holiday tree, carriage rides, hot chocolate & cookies - and much more!

* Blood Drive: Saturday, December 2, from 7:00-11:30 a.m. Warrenville Veteran's Center, 3S271 Mignin Drive. Help save lives - there's a blood supply shortage!

* Holiday Open House & Art Preview: Sunday, December 3, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Warrenville Historical Society, 3S530 2nd Street. See the History Museum's latest art acquisitions and pick up local history holiday gifts.

* Sunday Music Matinee: Sunday, December 3, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Warrenville Public Library District, 28W751 Stafford Place. Enjoy holiday favorites from violin duet Syncronia.