Founders' Grove Neighborhood Association

Prez on the Edge

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Good afternoon, neighbors!

I wanted to post an update regarding our June events now that Illinois has moved into Phase 3 of the reopen Illinois plan. 

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Our June member meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 6th, same time, place, and speaker. 

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The annual garage sales are rescheduled for the weekend of August 7th & 8th.

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We are sad to have to cancel the Summer Solstice picnic & bags tournament this year, but we are unable to hold these two events safely and within our current state guidelines.

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That being said, and with our host’s approval, we do feel we can have the June Happy Hour safely following all of the governor’s guidelines.  Michelle King will be hosting the June happy hour at 1219 E. Jackson.

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Here is what you need to know if you choose to attend:
- the happy hour will be limited to a maximum number of 10 guests.  The first 10 there get to stay. 
- because guests come and go frequently you may text me at 309.706.4907 to see if there is an open spot
- please bring your own chair, drink & snack (sharing is not caring at this time!)
- happy hour will be outside only where we can practice social distancing 

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Don’t forget to participate in our "Unique Items Challenge" on Facebook as you enjoy the beautiful weather wandering the neighborhood this weekend!

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Stay well,
Amanda

FGNA Calendar

Know when, what, and where to have the fun!

Thursday, June 4th
Quarterly Member Meeting - POSTPONED

Rescheduled for August

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Saturday, June 6th

Bags Tournament - CANCELLED

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Wednesday, June 10th, 6 PM

Music Guild

Host: Matt Lollar

Will be hosted on Zoom. Send your list of songs by June 15th to Matt Lollar at    Matt will build a playlist and send you a meeting invitation.

Theme: TBA

Usually meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

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Friday, June 12th, 7 PM - ​NOTE the later starting time

Monthly Happy Hour (FriYaY)

Host: Michelle King
1219 E Jefferson St

- limited to a maximum number of 10 guests.  The first 10 there get to stay. 
- because guests come and go frequently you may text Amanda at 309.706.4907 to see if there is an open spot.
- please bring your own chair, drink & snack (sharing is not caring at this time!).
- outside only where we can practice social distancing 

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Thursday, June 18th, 7 PM.
Mystery Book Club
Book: "Big Sky" by Kate Atkinson
Host: Jen Johnson \
Will be held on Zoom.
Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.

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Saturday, June 20th

FGNA Summer Solstice - CANCELLED

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Tuesday, June 23rd, 7 PM
Washington Street Book Club
Book: "Ten Minutes Thirty Eight Seconds in this Strange World" by  Elif Shafak.
Host: Rochelle Gridley \
In accordance with the phase 3 rules, we will limit to the meeting to just 10 people. I will set up a sign up geniusfor reservations later in the month. Will be at my house on the patio. Refreshments will be BYOD.
Usually meets every 4th Tuesday of the month.

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Saturday, July 4th- Fourth of July Parade!!! 
Location: Meet at the corner of Grove and Woodland
9:00 am sharp
Decorate your bikes, wagons, strollers, and pets!
Please feel free to wear costumes
Due to social distancing guidelines, there will NOT be an after parade brunch.

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Friday, July 10th, 7 PM - ​NOTE the later starting time
Monthly Happy Hour (FriYaY)
Host: Donny Bounds (aka "Donny B.")
1220 E Washington St

Bring a dish to pass and your favorite beverage.

Don't forget your cash for the 50/50 drawing.

Usually meets the 2nd Friday of the month.

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Thursday, July 16th, 7 PM.

Mystery Book Club
Book: "Memory Police" by Yoko Ogawa
Host: Jen Johnson \
Will be held on Zoom.
Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.

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Tuesday, July 28th, 7 PM
Washington Street Book Club
Book: "This Tender Land" by William Kent Krueger
Host: Rochelle Gridley \
In accordance with the phase 3 rules, we will limit to the meeting to just 10 people. I will set up a sign up geniusfor reservations later in the month. Will be at my house on the patio. Refreshments will be BYOD.
Usually meets every 4th Tuesday of the month.

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Thursday, August 6th, 7 PM
FGNA Quarterly Member Meeting
Guest speaker: Kathy Yoder, McLean County Coroner
Location: Centennial Christian Church basement.
1219 E Grove St.

FGNA Garage Sale Sign Pickup at the meeting.
The charge is $4 for use of yard sign, place on map, listing of up to 5 items/categories, stack of maps and electronic copy to share.
If you have questions, contact Matt at

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Friday, August 7th, Recommended times: 8 AM to 2 PM.
FGNA Garage Sale.
Times are at the sellers’ discretion.
 
Saturday, August 8th, Recommended Times: 8 AM to 2 PM
FGNA Garage Sale.
Times are at the sellers’ discretion.

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Thursday, August 20th, 7 PM.
Mystery Book Club
Book: "The Island" by Ragnar Joannason
Host: Jen Johnson \
Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.

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Tuesday, August 25th, 7 PM
Washington Street Book Club
Book: "Everything I Never Told You" by Celeste Ng 
Host: Rochelle Gridley \
Usually meets every 4th Tuesday of the month.

Thursday, September 17th, 7 PM.
Mystery Book Club
Book: "The Passenger" by Lisa Lutz
Host: Jen Johnson \
Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.

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Tuesday, September 22nd, 7 PM
Washington Street Book Club
Book: "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City" by Matthew Desmond
Host: Rochelle Gridley \
Usually meets every 4th Tuesday of the month.

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Saturday, September 26th, 2:00 to 10:00 PM
FGNA Palooza

Thursday, October 15th, 7 PM.
Mystery Book Club
Book: "Temper" by Layne Fargo
Host: Jen Johnson \
Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.

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Tuesday, October 27th, 7 PM
Washington Street Book Club
Book: "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry" by Fredrik Beckman 
Host: Rochelle Gridley \
Usually meets every 4th Tuesday of the month.

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Thursday, November 19th, 7 PM.
Mystery Book Club
Book: "A Murder at Rosamund's Gate" by Susanna Calkins
Host: Jen Johnson \
Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.

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Tuesday, November 24th, 7 PM
Washington Street Book Club
Book: "The Yellow House" by Sarah M. Broom
Host: Rochelle Gridley \
Usually meets every 4th Tuesday of the month.

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