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Fall Diddley 2017

Fall Diddley 2017 Volunteers are needed for the 32nd Annual Fall Diddley, at the Boone County Fair Grounds in Belvidere, Illinois on Saturday, October 14th from 9 am – 5 pm, and Sunday, October 15th from 9 am – 4 pm. Fall Diddley is a wonderful arts and crafts show...

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Thank You United Way!

A huge thank you to @United Way of McHenry County!  Their support with a grant for $36,600 will help with our Transitional Housing Services and Individual Counseling Services for homeless women and children. With United Way's support we are able to further our...

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Phone System Update

Attention:  Please note our phone system is being updated Monday, August 28th. You may still reach us at 815-271-5444 to inquire about services or schedule a furniture donation pick up.  Our administrative assistant will route you properly to the person or department...

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Flood Victims in McHenry County

The Multi Agency Resource Center (MARC) is providing recovery assistance for people affected by flooding in McHenry County this weekend! The dates are as follows: Friday, July 28 11am - 8pm and  Saturday, July 29 9am - Noon Location: McHenry Township Hall, 3703 North...

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Interested in volunteering?

Current Individual Volunteer Opportunities Child Care Program Volunteers Needed • Do you enjoy working with children?  We are looking for a few more volunteers to help out on a rotating basis in our Child Care Program, which is held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 –...

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Third Lake Sparrow’s Nest is open!

The newest Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store and Donation Center opened its doors Tuesday, July 18th in Third Lake, Illinois. With support from the Third Lake Village President, Gary Beggan, Grayslake Chamber of Commerce, GLMV Chamber of Commerce, and Craig/Steven...

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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities July 21st & 22nd!

Daily Projects Coffee Bar Free coffee!  Need we say more?  Come see us at the Daily Projects Coffee Bar at the corner of Randall Rd. and Algonquin Rd. in Algonquin from 7:30-9:30 a.m. this Friday, July 21st!  You get free coffee, and any donation made for your free...

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Support HOS on Amazon Prime Day

Start your Amazon Prime Day planning by picking Home of the Sparrow as your charity of choice through Amazon Smile! Visit https://smile.amazon.com/ and choose Home of the Sparrow as your charity of choice! As you shop, Amazon donates directly back to Home of the...

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Grand Opening July 18th!

  Home of the Sparrow is pleased to announce the grand opening of its 7th Thrift Store and Donation Center at 34500 N. US Hwy 45 (Waterstone Place Shopping Center) in the Village of Third Lake. The Grand Opening and ribbon cutting will take place at 10:00am on...

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