Stronger You Bureau County

04/07/2026

Tonight at 6 PM, WIU is doing in-person training here at the library. Get help with online literacy, navigating online health resources, working with your personal health records, and empowering you through large health decisions.

Come in tonight, April 7th, at 6 PM for a free session. All are welcome.

03/19/2026

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Mark your calendars! 🗓️ The River Bend Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry is coming to the Bureau County Fairgrounds next Thursday, March 26.
• Registration: 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Distribution: Starts at 10:00 a.m.

Don't forget to bring laundry baskets to help carry your items! 🧺 This event is indoors and open to the community. Please see the flyer for more details.

03/13/2026

💙 BE THE REASON SOMEONE STAYS.
APPLIED SU***DE INTERVENTION SKILLS TRAINING (ASIST)
Two Powerful Days. Lifesaving Skills.

🗓 March 23 & 24, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 ICAHN
1945 Van’s Way
Princeton, IL 61356

When Someone Is in Crisis…
Will You Know What to Say?

LivingWorks ASIST is a nationally recognized, evidence-based, interactive training that teaches you how to:

✔ Recognize the signs of su***de risk
✔ Respond with confidence and care
✔ Have life-affirming conversations
✔ Develop safety plans
✔ Connect individuals to appropriate support
✔ Strengthen your community’s crisis response

This is not a lecture.
This is hands-on skill building that prepares you for real-life situations.

Who Should Attend?

This training is designed for anyone who wants to be ready when it matters most:

• Healthcare professionals
• First responders
• Social service providers
• Educators
• Faith and community leaders
• Anyone who wants to help someone in crisis

✨ No previous mental health or su***de prevention training required.

Training Details

👩‍🏫 Led by two certified LivingWorks ASIST trainers
🥪 Lunch provided
💲 ONLY $25 per person (Registration is normally $175)

Thanks to generous support from:
Princeton Closet
Princeton Junior Woman’s Club

YOU CAN SAVE A LIFE.
Be prepared. Be confident. Be ready.

📲 Scan the QR code to register
Spots are limited.

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03/10/2026

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Come watch Join or Die with us at The B Store! This documentary answers ALL the questions that us small town folks have been asking for ages. There will be free apple pie after, because who doesn't love apple pie?

03/06/2026

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Explore the Mediterranean Diet program, learn how to bring Mediterranean foods into everyday meals, discover heart-healthy oils, and try a Mediterranean snack in class. You’ll leave with recipes, resources, and tips to use at home!

***Correction: Our virtual event will be held on March 24. Please note the updated date.***

Utica: 🔗go.illinois.edu/foodsandflavorsutica
Virtual: 🔗 go.illinois.edu/foodsandflavorsvirtual
Mendota: 🔗 go.illinois.edu/foodsandflavorsmendota

03/05/2026

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03/05/2026

Congratulations Marcia Obenhaus on improving your wellness! Message us to claim your incentive gift!

03/05/2026

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Are you or a loved one having concerns about falling? Please consider our Matter of Balance class every Tuesday and Thursday through the month of May and beginning of June from 9-11am. Please call Sam to register 815-879-3981.

02/26/2026

Steps that connect meets today 2/26 at 12pm walking starts at the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce
Make wellness and community connection a top priority.

02/25/2026

Join us for a walk and community connections.
Thursday March 26th 2026
The first walking session will begin walking main street from the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce and will go from 12-12:30pm.
We will walk back to the Chamber building and then walk main street again from 12:30-1pm
Join us for as long or as little as you can.
🚶‍♀️‍➡️Walk for your wellness.
🚶Walk for community connections.
🚶‍♀️Walk for heart health.
🚶‍♂️‍➡️Walk for accountability.
🚶‍➡️Walk for your future.
Whatever the reason... come join us.