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You’re Invited: DuPage Birding Club Auction and Fundraiser October 9
The public is invited to join members of the DuPage Birding Club on October 9 for an auction and fundraiser at the DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley, Wheaton, IL. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with a cash bar and time to browse the live auction and the museum. The live auction begins at 7:15 p.m. To attend the event, register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/il–barrington/dupage-birding-club/. Parking is available on the street and at a nearby parking garage 1 ½ blocks west of the museum. The club will auction more than 60 bird- and nature-related items donated by members, local merchants, and […]
A Passion for Hummingbirds
The August 13, 2025, edition of The Daily Herald featured a story on DBC member Denis Kania and his quest to see as many of the world’s hummingbirds as possible. The feature was authored by DBC member Jeff Reiter in his monthly Words on Birds column. Hummingbirds exist only in the Western hemisphere so you won’t find them in Africa, Europe, Australia, or Asia. Denis has traveled extensively within the region including destinations like Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Costa Rica, and recently Cuba to see 237 species of the 367 that exist worldwide. Captivated by their beauty, incredible aerodynamics, and interesting […]
Full Steam Ahead on the DBC Auction
The DBC Auction, our first in six years, will be held on October 9 at the DuPage County Historical Museum in Wheaton, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Auction Donations are Rolling In The DBC Auction, our first since 2019, will be held at the DuPage County Historical Museum in Wheaton. Its purpose is to raise funds for club operations and our grants and donations program-and to provide a fun social event for members and friends of the club. Auction Highlights Mark your calendar NOW because you don’t want to miss this event. Here’s a preview of some of the 60 or […]