Eagle Spirit
East Leyden Student Activities Newsletter
October 2, 2023
Make a Difference in the Month of October!
One of the biggest Leyden events is coming! Make a Difference Day is the largest national day of community service in the United States. This annual event aims to inspire people to step up, take action, and make a positive difference in their communities. Leyden students celebrate this day by completing various service projects in the Leyden community.
Leyden Clubs can sign up to participate in Make a Difference Day. If YOU are interested in participating, talk to your club sponsor!
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
To see more volunteer opportunities, visit the Leyden Volunteer webpage. On the webpage, you can learn about a variety of volunteer opportunities, sign up to volunteer, and log your service hours after an event.
Northlake Healthy Kids Running Series
When: Sundays, October 8th, October 15th, & October 22nd
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Where: CenterPoint Preserve, 400 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake
What: Assist in a variety of simple tasks while spreading the Healthy Kids mission to the community.
Want to volunteer? Click on the image ➡️
Northlake Public Library "Trunk or Treat"
When: Saturday, October 28, 2023
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Where: Northlake Public Library District Parking Lot, 231 N. Wolf Rd, Northlake, IL 60164
What: Decorate your car, fill your trunk with 500 pieces of candy, and pass out candy to trick or treaters. You will receive 10 volunteer hours for this event.
Want to volunteer? Click on the image ➡️
Interfaith Outreach Food Pantry & Clothing Closet
When: Ongoing Saturdays
Time: 9:30am – 1:30pm
Where: 2825 Hawthorne St., Franklin Park
What: Fulfill guests' shopping orders & bag groceries in the food pantry; search for specific clothing items in the clothing closet
Want to volunteer? Click on the image ➡️