What's Up This Weekend: Giving Back

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Saturday, Nov. 12

What When 8 a.m.
Where Behind
Why go Computers, monitors, all types of memory sticks, printers, printer cartridges, laptops and laptop accessories, all hard drives, power cables, all networking equipment (hubs, routers, servers, switches, and more), fax machines, photocopiers, radios, microwaves, printers, keyboards, speakers, and cell phones will be accepted for recycling.
Cost Free 

What 
When 10 a.m. Saturday
Where  5126 Stephens Rd
Why go Shop for handmade and unique holiday gifts including jewelry, purses, fresh evergreens and wreaths, mittens/scarves, home decor, holiday crafts, antiques, candies, and more.
Cost Free to look 

What 
When 8 a.m.
Where Keith's Car Care
Why go Blood centers are always low at this time of year and need your help
Cost Nothing. In fact, you'll get a free sweatshirt and a Keith's coupon

What  and
When 9 a.m.
Where
Why go The 10K race will be chip timed. All runners will receive a long-sleeved t-shirt, refreshments and participation ribbon. Athletes will be treated to walking pancakes after the run. Registration can be made through the Oswegoland Park District's Web site or through www.signmeup.com.
Cost 10K Pre-Registered, $25 /10K Race Day, $35 /1 Mile, $15 

What 
When 9 a.m.
Where Oswego
Why go The program helps nearly 2,000 Kendall County pets in need with pet food and supplies; helping pets stay with their familes and out of shleters. The program is URGENT in need of cat food, dog food and monetary donations.
Cost Your donations are appreciated

What
When 10:30 a.m.
Where Oswego American Legion
Why go Meet and greet and Q&A with GOP Congressman running against incumbent Randy Hultgren
Cost Free

What  
When 11 a.m.
Where Go Dog Go
Why go You might find your next best friend
Cost Associated adoption fees.

What 
When 9 a.m.
Where
Why go Ladies: Winter is coming. Time to figure out what to do if your battery dies.
Cost Free

Sunday, Nov. 13

What
When 10 a.m.
Where Churchill clubhouse, 273 Bluegrass Pkwy
Why go Come out and see what new and exciting for this holiday season. Many local vendors and homemade crafts. 
Cost What's it say on your receipt?

What
When 11 a.m.
Where
Why go If you've always wanted an American Eskimo, Go Dog Go is the place to be.
Cost Associated adoption fees.

What
When 12:30 p.m.
Where Little White School Museum
Why go The Little White School Museum’s annual Veterans’ Salute will conclude Sunday, Nov. 13, with the museum’s special veterans’ exhibit expanded and enhanced by members of the World War II Reenactment Society.
Cost Free