Loughran Cappel hosts traveling office hours in Romeoville on Sept. 26

ROMEOVILLE – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel will hold office hours at the White Oak Library District on Thursday, Sept. 26 to give residents an opportunity to receive assistance and ask questions.

“Office hours provide an opportunity for my staff to assist residents with legislative issues, hear helpful input and help direct people to state resources,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I encourage residents to participate in office hours to ensure their voices are heard.”

The event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at the White Oak Library District, located at 201 W. Normantown in Romeoville. Loughran Cappel’s office provides coffee for attendees.

This free event is an initiative from Loughran Cappel’s office to assist residents with state resources, as well as increase accessibility and government accountability by holding office hours at different days, times and locations.

If anyone has questions or concerns, they are encouraged to contact Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.

Loughran Cappel invites residents to Coffee & Conversation in Bolingbrook

BOLINGBROOK – Local residents are invited to join State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel for a cup of coffee and conversations on Sept. 24, where she will discuss with attendees how she can best serve her district.

“Each and every month, I look forward to hearing from residents about what I can do to help them,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Having direct conversations with residents is a great way for me to better understand the issues they care about.”

The free event will be held Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at Charlie’s Restaurant, located at 130 Clow International Parkway in Bolingbrook.

Monthly Coffee and Conversations serve as open forums for community members to share their concerns and talk with the senator about state issues. Coffee will be provided for attendees.

People with questions or concerns can contact Loughran Cappel’s Crest Hill office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.

Loughran Cappel hosts breakfast to honor local veterans on Oct. 5

PLAINFIELD – To celebrate and honor those who served our country, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is hosting a veterans appreciation breakfast event ahead of the Veterans Day holiday.

“Veterans deserve our thanks and recognition for putting their lives on hold in service of something greater than themselves,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “This event serves as a small token of appreciation for our local heroes, while helping them connect with others who have served and providing them an opportunity to learn more about programs and services that are available to assist them.”

The event will take place Saturday, Oct. 5 at 9 a.m. at the Plainfield Township Community Center, located at 15014 S. Des Plaines St. in Plainfield. Warm breakfast will be provided for attendees.

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Loughran Cappel invites residents to annual pet expo in Plainfield

PLAINFIELD – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel has teamed up with the Plainfield Park District and Plainfield Area Public Library to host a pet expo for local residents on Sept. 7.

“Pets are a part of our family too,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Join us for our annual fun, family-friendly event where you can bring your four-legged friends out to show them some love.”

The expo will be held on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Clow Stephens Park, located at 16650 S. Lily Cache Road in Plainfield.

Families are encouraged to bring their pets for an array of photo opportunities, training demonstrations and other activities. Face painting and temporary tattoos will be available for kids, and many local pet businesses will have booths with unique pet products.

Contact Senator Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 for additional information.