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Today is May 13, 2008

Mexican Mobile Consulate

The University of St. Francis in Joliet plans to host the Mexican Mobile Consulate May 6-9. The most common matters are insurance/renewal of Mexican passports and Mexican identification documents. For complete details or to make appointments 815-724-2002.

St. Mary Magdalene Parish

St. Mary Magdalene Parish plans to hold a Mother's Day breakfast from 8 a.m.-noon May 11 in the parish school. The cost is adults-$6.50, seniors and children 3-12 years-$5.50 and 2 and under-free. For more information 815-727-7553.

Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Joliet plans to sponsor a benefit golf outing at 1:30 p.m. May 16 at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont. Tickets are $250 if purchased by May 2 and $275 afterward. For more information www.cc-doj.org.

Holy Family Parish

Holy Family Parish in Shorewood plans to host a concert with internationally known artist Tatiana. The inspirational presentation, dubbed "I Do Believe: The Journey of Faith," is scheduled at 7 p.m. May 17. For more information 815-725-6880.

St. Mary School

St. Mary School in West Chicago plans to hold an alumni reunion May 18. All alumni are encouraged to register. For details 630-562-9660 or 630-231-1776.

Visitation Parish

Visitation Parish in Elmhurst plans to host the "Great Adventure" Bible series from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays Jan. 9-May 21, 2008. For more information 630-832-7903.

All Saints Catholic Academy

Father Larry Richards, a captivating speaker, preacher and retreat master, is slated to present a special program at 7 p.m. May 22 at All Saints Catholic Academy in Naperville. For complete details 312-876-8991.

The Illinois Catholic Homeschool Conference

The Illinois Catholic Homeschool Conference is slated May 23-24 at University of St. Francis in Joliet. The event is expected to feature vendors, presentations, Mass and entertainment. For more information 815-727-3018 or www.ilchc.org.

The St. Ambrose Home School Association

The St. Ambrose Home School Association plans to co-sponsor a musical performance at 6:30 p.m. June 7 and at 3 p.m. June 8 in the Moser Performing Arts Center Auditorium at University of St. Francis in Joliet. For complete details 708-557-7070.

St. Jude Parish

St. Jude Parish in Joliet plans to hold vacation Bible school June 16-20. Registration is scheduled May 17-June 2. For more information 815-725-2209.

Immaculate Conception High School

The class of 1958 of Immaculate Conception High School in Elmhurst plans to hold its 50-year class reunion Oct. 3-4 at the Wyndham Drake Oakbrook Hotel. For details or to help locate alumni 630-833-2939.

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