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Loughran Cappel encourages participation in annual children’s Summer Book Club

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Thursday, July 10, 2025 11:42 AM

500563147 1108851007930243 89432739135209440 nState Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is reminding parents there is still time for children to participate in her annual Summer Book Club before school begins next month.

“My Summer Book Club is a great way to keep students excited about learning, even during the summer months when school is out,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Children have a little over a month left of summer, so there’s still time to get some reading in and return a form to my office.”

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 district office by Aug. 15. Forms can also be filled out online here.

Every child who completes the Summer Book Club will receive a certificate and an invite to an ice cream social hosted by Senator Loughran Cappel. Parents and guardians with questions can reach out to Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119.

Loughran Cappel announces over $148,000 in local library grants

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Tuesday, July 08, 2025 09:15 AM

Library1State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel joined the Illinois Secretary of State in announcing two libraries in the 49th Senate District will benefit from more than $148,000 in state funds through the Secretary of State’s Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grant program.

“Libraries are cornerstones of our communities, providing invaluable services to the public,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I am always pleased when I see our local libraries receive the funding they deserve so they can continue delivering the best possible resources and experiences to our community.”

The Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants are awarded annually to support public libraries across Illinois in providing services to nearly 12 million patrons statewide. This year, the Secretary of State awarded $18 million to 639 public libraries across the state to help fund new services such as public programming, dual language opportunities, internet access, personnel and more. In the 49th District, Shorewood-Troy Public Library District will receive $32,125 and Plainfield Public Library will receive $116,617.

For more information on the grants, visit the Secretary of State’s website. 

Loughran Cappel promotes small business tours around the 49th District

Category: Press Releases
Monday, July 07, 2025 12:24 PM

Support local business. Round, black sign onn teh wall of the house.To promote resources available to small businesses and hear from local owners and entrepreneurs, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is accepting applications to tour shops, restaurants and other establishments in the 49th Senate District.

“As a small business owner myself, I understand how important they are to communities,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I want to show my support to small business owners, uplift their establishments and encourage residents to shop small.”

Interested business owners can find the application here. The program will start in the coming weeks, and Loughran Cappel requests that businesses submit their applications soon. Once an application is received, a member of her team will respond with additional details.

Those with questions can contact Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 or SenatorLoughranCappel.com.

Loughran Cappel to host senior fraud seminar

Category: Events
Wednesday, July 02, 2025 09:59 AM

Cappel SeniorFraudSeminar 782025In an effort to equip older adults with the tools and knowledge needed to outsmart today’s most deceptive fraud tactics, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is collaborating with other elected officials to host a fraud prevention seminar for seniors.

“Every year, we are seeing more reports of seniors falling victim to financial exploitation,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Seminars like these allow seniors and family members a chance to hear from experts about common scams and learn about ways they can keep their life savings safe.”

The Senior Fraud Seminar will be held Tuesday, July 8 from 9-11 a.m. in the Bolingbrook Community Room, located at 201 Canterbury Lane in Bolingbrook, in partnership with the Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce, Bolingbrook Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta and State Representatives Natalie Manley and Dagmara Avelar. Attendees will learn how to protect themselves, friends and family from scam artists, fraudulent businesses, identity theft and phone spoofing. A liaison from the Illinois Attorney General’s office will also be there to give a presentation.

For more information, contact Senator Loughran Cappel’s district office at 815-267-6119.

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