A stop at the grocery store can also be an opportunity to help neighbors during Glen Ellyn Lions Candy Day on Saturday, October 17.

Volunteers will collect donations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jewel Food Store, 599 Roosevelt Road in Glen Ellyn.

The collection supports services for people with hearing and visual impairments through the Glen Ellyn Lions and Lions of Illinois Foundation.

For residents looking for a simple way to support a community service effort, the four-hour collection offers a chance to contribute while running weekend errands.

When: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Where: Jewel Food Store, 599 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn.

Visit the Lions event page for details about Candy Day and ways to take part.