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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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Immaculate Conception students relive the past

Published Feb 11, 2008

As the month of February encroaches upon the students of Immaculate Conception High School, excitement lingers in air. With the turnabout dance scheduled for Feb.16, students prepare themselves for a week submerged in classic television shows as the theme this year is Nick At Knight.

Similar to homecoming, the turnabout festivities include ridiculous dress-down days, pep rallies and loads of school spirit. Starting off Feb. 11, students will show their sense of past styles, dressing in outdated fashions. Items such as legwarmers, overalls and poodle skirts should be an ordinary sight throughout the halls. As Feb. 12 begins, students will dress to impress in the theme’s clothing. Some people may be mistaken as characters from “The Brady Bunch” or “The Fresh Prince of Bel Aire,” but those are merely the students who enjoy and wholeheartedly partake in the activities. Feb. 13 involves dressing in the dark; clothing that matches is out of the question. With the pep rally on Feb. 14, students will represent their class, wearing specific colors such as orange, blue, green and white. Furthermore, the turnabout king will be revealed during the pep rally events. With one day left till the dance, the entire school wears T-shirts designed by a member of the senior class. Also, Feb. 15 allows certain students to switch places with teachers, filling their day with classes, lesson plans and, most likely, a headache. Finally, Feb. 16 is the day up to which that the week has been building. After getting ready, picking up dates and taking pictures with friends, students will dance the night away. For some, it is their last dance with the entire school, so hopefully the memories will surmount the sadness of the end of a chapter.

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