PLAINFIELD— State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) and Representative Natalie Manley (D-Joliet) will be holding a pet fair this month.

The event will take place on Sunday, July 19, at Hammel Woods, Crumby Recreation Area (Black Road, Shorewood, 60404) from 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

“Pets are an important part of our families,” Bertino-Tarrant said. “This pet fair will be a good resource for all animal lovers in our community.”

Vendors at the pet fair include Cancer Bites Canine Cancer Fund, CARE Animal Emergency Services, Caton Crossing Animal Hospital, For Trails Only, Go Dog Go, Joliet Township Animal Control, Pampered Pups Grooming and Natural Foods, Perfect Pooch and the Will County Humane Society.

Animals will be available for adoptions. Additionally, items can be donated to benefit the Will County Humane Society. Acceptable items include Purina Dog & Cat Food (No Red Dye), KMR (Kitten Feeding Formula), Esbilac (Puppy Feeding Formula) and cat litter.

"Animals are a significant and meaningful part of people's lives," Manley said. "This expo will not only have resources for pet owners, but can also provide homes for those animals that need families."

For more information, please contact Bertino-Tarrant’s Plainfield office at 815-254-4211.

Pet Fair

Date: Sunday, July 19

Time: 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Location: Hammel Woods, Crumby Recreation Area

               Black Road

               Shorewood, 60404

PLAINFIELD—State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) announced the winners of the 8th Grade Citizenship Award. The winners were selected based on their dedication to community service, leadership abilities and overall good civic responsibility.

“These students are excellent role-models,” Bertino-Tarrant said. “It is an honor to recognize them for admirably giving their time to make our community and state a better place. I am certain they will continue to positively impact others.”

The 2015 8th Grade Citizenship Award winners are Monica Angel of Richland Junior High, Anthony Gribble of Ira Jones Middle School and Caleb Klima of Troy Middle School.

The students chosen were nominated by personnel at their schools who were familiar with their contributions. Schools in the 49th district were invited to participate.

This is a new award that Bertino-Tarrant is giving out for the first time this year.

Pictured from left to right: Monica Angel, Anthony Gribble and Caleb Klima.

PLAINFIELD— State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) issued the following statement following House Bill 3763 being signed by Governor Rauner:

“I would like to applaud the governor for signing legislation that makes sure our schools will have increased funding for the upcoming year. I am pleased that one component of our budget is complete. I look forward to continuing this progress with other essential services, such as child care and senior services.”

PLAINFIELD— In order to keep in touch with the needs of her district, Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) will be speaking at several events and meeting with community members this summer.

“Since the regular legislative session has ended, I am focused on speaking to various groups about the activities of the legislature and getting feedback from constituents,” Bertino-Tarrant said. “I plan on speaking throughout the district this summer at different venues so community members can be updated on state issues and ask questions.”

Bertino-Tarrant will be speaking at the following public and non-public events. For more information or to attend the following events, please visit her website or Facebook page.

Community Service Council Legislative Meeting

Will County Center for Economic Development Meeting

Carillon Lakes Legislative Forum

Bolingbrook Town Hall

Satellite Office Hours

Senior Breakfast with AARP

Coffee with Senator Bertino-Tarrant

Plainfield Chamber of Commerce- Legislative Meeting

Oswego Chamber of Commerce- Legislative Meeting

Bolingbrook Coffee with the Police and Fire Chiefs

Plainfield Coffee with the Mayor

Will County Farm Bureau- Legislative Meeting

Joliet Chamber Education- Committee Meeting