CREST HILL – Local residents are invited to join State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel for a cup of coffee and conversations on Aug. 15.

“A good cup of coffee and a conversation can go a long way,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I hope residents will take this opportunity to chat about any issues or concerns that they may have.”

The free event will be held Thursday, Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon at Jitterhead Brunch & Coffee Co., located at 20631 W. Renwick Rd. in Crest Hill.

The Coffee and Conversation serves as an open forum 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 office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.

BOLINGBROOK – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel will hold office hours at the Fountaindale Public Library District on Thursday, July 18 to give residents an opportunity to receive assistance and ask questions.

“My staff will be available to deliver helpful insights, discuss legislation and provide information about resources and programs available for residents,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I encourage all of our community members to take advantage of the office hours.”

The event will be held on Thursday, July 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Fountaindale Public Library District, located at 300 W. Briarcliff Rd. in Bolingbrook. Loughran Cappel’s office will provide coffee for attendees.

CREST HILL – To emphasize the importance of learning throughout the summer, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is hosting a Summer Book Club to encourage students to read and continue their studies during the summer vacation.

“As a former teacher, I have seen the positive benefits reading during the summer months has on students,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “This is a great opportunity for students to better their education and expand their wealth of knowledge.”

The Summer Book Club requires students to read eight books of their choice during the summer break, record the names of the books on a form, and return the form to Loughran Cappel’s office by Aug. 16. Every child who completes the Summer Book Club will be invited to an ice cream social and receive a certificate from Senator Loughran Cappel.

Summer Book Club forms are available to download at SenatorLoughranCappel.com. People with questions can reach out to Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119.

JOLIET – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel’s Office will be traveling to the Joliet Public Library on Thursday, May 16 to increase accessibility to residents across the 49^th District.

“I urge folks in need of services to take advantage of our traveling office hours,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Being accessible to the community is crucial and I hope we can reach more community members with this event.”

The free event will be held on Thursday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Joliet Public Library, located at 3395 Black Rd. Coffee will be provided for attendees.

Staff from Loughran Cappel’s office will be onsite to offer assistance with state issues, provide resources and hear input from residents. Traveling office hours are hosted on different days, times and locations to improve accessibility.

For more information, residents can contact Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 or visit www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.