CREST HILL – To spread holiday cheer, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is hosting a holiday card drive for seniors across her district.

“During the holiday season, it’s important to give back and spread joy throughout our community,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Let’s get in the holiday spirit by writing a kind note that will make someone’s day.”

Loughran Cappel is collecting store bought and handmade cards for local seniors this holiday season. People are encouraged to write kind notes and drop them off or mail them to her Crest Hill office, located at 20660 Caton Farm Road, Unit D, Crest Hill, Illinois 60403. She is collecting cards until Dec. 15 and then will deliver them to local long-term care facilities.

SHOREWOOD – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel will be hosting a Coffee and Conversation event Nov. 28 in Shorewood to connect with the community.

“I am looking forward to hearing from local residents this month about their thoughts on the issues that matter most to them,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Connecting with the community on their thoughts and ideas helps make me a better legislator.”

The event will be held Tuesday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at Biggby Coffee, located at 1015 Brook Forest Ave. in Shorewood.

Each monthly Coffee and Conversation event is an opportunity for residents to enjoy a free cup of coffee while connecting with their state senator on local and state issues.

“Making myself available to residents each and every month allows me to connect with them on a deeper level,” said Loughran Cappel. “I encourage local residents to join me for a cup of coffee and conversations.”

This event is free and open to the community. With questions about the event, people can contact Loughran Cappel’s Crest Hill office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.

CREST HILL – The holiday season is among us, and State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is collecting toys for children across Will County.

“We often take for granted our ability to give and receive gifts during the holidays – but the reality is, hundreds of children in our community go without them each year,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “This season, let’s not only think about our own families but the families around us, too. Help us out by donating toys to the kids who need it most.”

Loughran Cappel’s office – located at 20660 Caton Farm Road, Unit D in Crest Hill – will serve as a Toys for Tots drop-off location now through Dec. 15. Residents are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys for kids of all ages. The toys will be gifted to children in need throughout the holiday months.

The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute toys as Christmas gifts to children in the community.

For more information, call Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119.

CREST HILL – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel will hold office hours at the White Oak Library District: Crest Hill Branch on Wednesday, Nov. 15 to give residents an opportunity to receive assistance and ask questions.

“One of my favorite parts of my job is connecting with residents and helping them with their issues”, said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Traveling office hours are a great way to meet with my office in a more accessible way.”

The event will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon at the White Oak Library District: Crest Hill Branch, located at 20670 City Center Blvd. in Crest Hill. Loughran Cappel’s office provides coffee for attendees.

This free event is an initiative from Loughran Cappel’s office to assist 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.