CREST HILL – To show appreciation for older adults, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is hosting a Grandparents Day event on Sept. 13 in Romeoville.

“Seniors play an important role in our community,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “We want to show our appreciation by hosting a fun, informative event for grandparents and seniors to celebrate their hard work.”

Loughran Cappel has teamed up with State Representatives Natalie Manley and Dee Avelar, Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, Senior Services of Will County and the Village of Romeoville to host an event for seniors to take part in a variety of activities, access community services, and meet with local leaders to express their thoughts and concerns on state and local issues that are important to them.

The free event will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 9-11 a.m. at the Romeoville Athletic and Event Center located at 55 Phelps Ave. Seating is limited. Residents can call 815-723-9713 to register.

Contact Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 for questions.

CREST HILL – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel’s office will be traveling to the Plainfield Area Public Library on Tuesday, Aug. 29 to increase accessibility to residents throughout the 49th District.

“My office is here to assist residents with any issues, share state resources and more,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I want residents to know that their voices are heard and concerns are addressed.”

The event will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Plainfield Area Public Library located at 15025 S. Illinois St. in Plainfield.

This free event is another effort from Loughran Cappel’s office to increase government accountability, accessibility and assist with state resources by hosting office hours at different times, locations and days of the week to reach working families across Will and Kendall Counties.

People with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com

Upcoming forums:

• Wednesday, Jan. 3 at 4:15 p.m.
• Thursday, Feb. 1 at 4:15 p.m.
• Wednesday, April 3 at 4:15 p.m.

CREST HILL – Continuing her support for education, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is hosting a series of teacher forums to hear feedback and work collaboratively with educators across the 49^th District. 

“As a former special education teacher, I’m a strong advocate for our teachers,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I spent 15 years in the classroom. I understand the importance of hearing educators’ concerns and finding the best solutions to set up our students up for a bright future.”

Loughran Cappel’s forums aim to address the issues teachers face in the classroom, ensure they have the tools and resources available to effectively do their job, and set students on a path of success.

The forums are held at Loughran Cappel’s district office located at 20660 Caton Farm Road, Unit D in Crest Hill.

RSVP by calling the district office at 815-267-6119.

Residents are encouraged to reach out to Loughran Cappel’s office with questions.

CREST HILL – Whether it’s answering questions about state resources or hearing feedback on legislative priorities, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel enjoys sitting down with local residents to reflect on how she can best serve the 49th District. During a Coffee and Conversation event on Aug. 24, Loughran Cappel invites the community to join her at the Great American Bagel in Joliet to chat.

“As your state senator, I aim to make myself available across the district,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “The best way for me to efficiently and effectively do my job is to meet with people face-to-face and hear their concerns.”

The event will be held Thursday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Great American Bagel located at 1101 Essington Rd. in Joliet.

Each monthly Coffee and Conversation serves as an open forum for community members to engage in informal conversations with the senator and each other about issues facing the region and the state.

The event is free and open to area residents. Those with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact Loughran Cappel’s Crest Hill office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.