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2015 CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS

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ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT 3A

JANUARY1 THURSDAY - NEW YEAR’S DAY

6 TUESDAYBoy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner. Celebrate and recognize the newest class of Eagle Scouts from the Chicago Area Council. 6 p.m., Union League Club, Chicago. nesachicago.org/esrd.

10 SATURDAY Community of Organization Development in Chicago, Teams and Change. Learn how thriving teams succeed due to their change agility. 8:30 a.m., Benedictine University, Lisle. [email protected].

11 SUNDAY360 Youth Services, Chocolate Festival. Samples, demos, family entertainment, a kids’ activity room and a sweet treats competition. Noon, Naperville Central High School, Naperville. 360youthservices.org.

ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Inaugural St. Jude Red Carpet for Hope. Walk the red carpet before an exclusive presentation of the 72nd Annual Golden Globe Awards.5:30 p.m., Trump International Hotel & Tower, Chicago. stjude.org/redcarpetforhopechicago.

Spertus Institute and JCAST, Fighting Sex Trafficking: The Jewish Community Comes Together. Film screening and moderated panel discussion of those on the front lines of this issue. 2 p.m., Spertus Institute, Chicago. spertus.edu.

14 WEDNESDAYChicagoland Methodist Senior Services, Estate Planning Essentials Workshop. Learn the difference between a will and a trust. 5 p.m., Covenant Home, Chicago. cmsschicago.org/events.

Illinois Small Business Development and International Trade Center, Affordable Care Act and Your Business. An overview of the Affordable Care Act from an SBA subject matter expert. 9 a.m., College of Lake County, Vernon Hills. tinyurl.com/m6m3c8h.

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, Free Seminar: Changes in the Tax Law. Tailored to property managers, condo owners, homeowners, landlords, association members and board members. 7 p.m., Northern Ilinois University, Naperville. tinyurl.com/my9ato7.

The Executives’ Club of Chicago, Economic Outlook Luncheon. Insights about the global economy and how to stay ahead of the curve from a panel of experts on global markets, policy and the economy. 11 a.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. tinyurl.com/kd39b86.

15 THURSDAYAssociation for Talent Development - Chicagoland Chapter, Learning and Development Panel: Earning a Seat at the Table. Strategies and best practices to earn respect and influence for the learning function within the larger business organization. 5:30 p.m., Fountain Blue Banquets & Convention Center, Des Plaines. [email protected].

Chicagoland Apartment Association, New Year Kick-Off. Multifamily residential real estate professionals celebrate the new year with good food, entertainment and networking. 5:30 p.m., Carnivale, Chicago. tinyurl.com/ozm4m39.

Wood Family Foundation, Woody’s Winter Warm-Up. Chicago athletes bartend for tips to benefit the Wood Family Foundation; evening includes live music, an auction and interactive games. 8:30 P.M., Harry Caray’s 7th Inning Stretch, Chicago. tinyurl.com/p6asyb.

17 SATURDAYChicago Association for Psychological Type, A Day with Nancy Barger. Discussion of Barger’s workshop “The Type Table.” 9 a.m., DePaul University - O’Hare, Chicago. [email protected].

19 MONDAY - MARTIN LUTHER KING DAYi.c.stars Stakeholders Breakfast. Celebrate achievements of i.c.stars alumni, inspired by the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. 10 a.m., Hub 51, Chicago. icstars.org.

Mid America Club, Chicago Multicultural Connections. Professionals and entrepreneurs connect and empower one another in an informal atmosphere that promotes business. 5 p.m., Mid America Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/l5tw744.

The Kindness Connection and the Volunteer Center, Martin Luther King, Jr., Service Event. Afternoon of service activities for all ages and abilities. 1 p.m., Winnetka Community House, Winnetka. thekindnessconnection.org.

20 TUESDAYBoy Scouts of America, Labor and Scouting Award Gala. Trade unions and the Boy Scouts of America celebrate years of partnership. 6 p.m., Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers. chicagobsa.org/union.

23 FRIDAYChildren’s Home + Aid, Rice Leadership Committee Chef’s Tasting. Food from Chicago’s top restaurants and a silent/live auction benefit the residential center in Evanston. 7 p.m., Woman’s Club of Evanston, Evanston. childrenshomeandaid.org.

The Associate Board of The Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation, Eisenopoly. Monopoly-themed evening that plays out on customized boards to fund gastrointestinal cancer research. Macy’s On State, Chicago. eisenbergfoundation.org.

Urban Initiatives Soccer Ball. A night of philanthropy, dancing, cocktails, appetizers and a silent auction. 7 p.m., Morgan Manufacturing, Chicago. urbaninitiatives.org.

24 SATURDAY Museum of Science and Industry, Black Creativity Gala. Pays tribute to the culture, heritage and science contributions of African Americans. 6:30 p.m., Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. [email protected].

St. Rita High School Winterfest. Music and entertainment, with the proceeds benefitting the school. 7 p.m., St. Rita High School, Chicago. StRitaHS.com.

25 SUNDAY St. Joseph School Open House. Visit the school and hear more about the many programs for students age 2 - 8th grade. 9 a.m., St. Joseph School, Wilmette. stjosephwilmette.com.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Aon Step Up for Kids. Climb 80 floors to the top of the Aon Center, while raising money to help the children and families at Lurie Children’s Hospital. 8 a.m., Aon Center, Chicago. tinyurl.com/jvhommv.

26 MONDAY Illinois Organization of Nurse Leaders, Midwestern Institute for Nursing Leadership. Jan 26-28. Enhance management skills and improve organizational effectiveness, leading to better patient care. [email protected].

27 TUESDAY International Latino Cultural Center, Reel Film Club. Jan. 27-Dec. 29. The most popular films from past Latino Film Festivals. Facets Multimedia, Chicago. [email protected].

29 THURSDAY Choose Chicago, First Bites Bash. Kick off for the eighth annual Chicago Restaurant Week, a celebration of Chicago’s epicurean excellence. 5:30 p.m., Union Station Great Hall, Chicago. [email protected].

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, Las Mujeres de Cristo Rey. Women-only cocktail reception with a Mexican theme supports the arts at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. 6 p.m., Catalyst Ranch, Chicago. [email protected].

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, Young Women’s Board Valor. Guest appearance by Piper Kerman, author of the best-selling memoir that inspired the Emmy-nominated series, “Orange is the New Black.” Art Center, Highland Park. [email protected].

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls Poker Night. Win a seat at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. 6 p.m., Gibson’s Bar and Steak House, Chicago. [email protected].

Naperville CARES, Karaoke for a Cause. Raise funds to help families in financial crisis meet their essential needs. 7 p.m., Aurelio’s at Springbrook Square, Naperville. [email protected].

31 SATURDAY Aspire, Big City Night Gala - Gatsby: The Roaring ‘20s. Help kids with disabilities at an event combining Jay Gatsby’s famous parties and Al Capone’s Chicago speakeasies. 6 p.m., Palmer House Hilton, Chicago. aspirechicago.com/news-events/.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Backstage Tours. Jan. 31-March 22. A variety of private and group tours. 10:30 a.m., Civic Opera House, Chicago. lyricopera.org.

Pillars, Ball: Live From the Red Carpet. Help provide mental health and social services to residents of Chicago’s western and southwestern suburbs. 6 p.m., Westin Lombard Yorktown Center, Lombard. pillarscommunity.org.

Marklund Top Hat Ball. Support the care of children and adults with profound developmental disabilities. 6 p.m., Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago. marklund.org/tophatball.

Urban Initiatives Soccer Ball, January

The Associate Board of The Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation, Eisenopoly, January

Endeleo Institute, Historically Black College and University Fair, February

Family Farmed, ‘Localicious’, March


FEBRUARY2 MONDAY Goodman Theater Fame, Fantasy, Food, Adventure Auction. Silent and live auction to support Goodman productions and education programs 5:30 p.m., The Peninsula Hotel, Chicago. GoodmanTheatre.org.

3 TUESDAYThe Executives’ Club of Chicago, Women’s Leadership Breakfast/Diversity Leadership Series. Featuring Madame Ertharin Cousin, who has more than 25 years of national and international non-profit, government and corporate leadership experience. 7:15 a.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. tinyurl.com/o2flfaf.

5 THURSDAY The Chicago Lighthouse Sweets for Sight. Valentine’s Day-themed fundraising event with proceeds supporting Lighthouse children’s enrichment programs. 6 p.m., DeLux Bar & Grill, Chicago. [email protected].

6 FRIDAY Association for Corporate Growth Chicago, M&A Market Trends. Panel and networking event. 8 a.m., Standard Club, Chicago. acgchicago.com.

7 SATURDAY Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras, Noteworthy Night Gala Benefit: An Evening with The Second City. Combines The Second City’s sketch comedy with the music of CYSO’s Symphony Orchestra. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

Horizons for Youth, On Cloud Nine. Provides K-12 scholarships, mentoring, and a community of support for children in low-resource areas of Chicago. 7 p.m., Venue One, Chicago. app.etapestry.com.

Lake Forest Symphony, Hot Jazz on a Cold Night. Cocktails, dinner and dancing to The Jazz Consortium Big Band. 6:30 p.m., Onwentsia Club, Lake Forest. lakeforestsymphony.org.

Little Company of Mary Hospital, Crystal Heart Ball. Gourmet dinner prepared by Blue Plate Catering and music by the Indigo Orchestra. 6:30 p.m., Field Museum, Chicago. lcmh.org/foundation.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Wine Auction. Includes a silent auction, dinner and live auction. 5:30 p.m., Civic Opera House, Chicago. lyricopera.org.

St. Rita High School, Caritas - The Valentine Dinner Dance. Supports the school’s 110-year tradition of providing a quality Augustinian Catholic education to young men across Chicagoland. 6 p.m., Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. StRitaHS.com.

8 SUNDAY American Lung Association Fight for Air Climb. Climb to the top of the Chicago suburbs’ tallest building. 7 a.m., Oakbrook Terrace Tower. fightforairclimb.org.

The Kindness Connection, Kind Beans - Little and Big. Family friendly event supporting TKC in conjunction with the grand opening of Little Beans Cafe with open play in two separate, age-appropriate areas for children up to age 12. 3 p.m., Little Beans Cafe, Evanston. thekindnessconnection.org.

10 TUESDAY Cedille Records, Chicago Treasures: Celebrating Cedille Record’s 25 years of recording Chicago’s world-class musicians. Cocktails and performances by pianist Jorge Federico Osorio and violinist Rachel Barton Pine. 5:30 p.m., Mesirow Financial, Chicago. cedillerecords.org.

11 WEDNESDAY Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit Seminar: Burst Pipes - Who is Responsible? For property managers, homeowners, landlords, and others. 7 p.m., Northern Illinois University, Naperville. tinyurl.com/q8zbyeo.

Human Resources Management Association of Chicago, Leading and Embracing Transformational Change. Three CEOs share lessons learned from the business and cultural challenges they have faced and the role they expect their human resources teams to play in helping drive business results. 8 a.m., Standard Club, Chicago. [email protected].

12 THURSDAY - LINCOLN’S BIRTHDAYSt. Joseph School Open House. Visit the school and learn about the programs it offers students age 2 through 8th grade. 9 a.m., St. Joseph School, Wilmette. stjosephwilmette.com.

13 FRIDAY Association of Fundraising Professionals Chicago Chapter, Educational Program and Breakfast. 8:30 a.m., Maggiano’s, Chicago. afpchicago.org.

Chicago Botanic Garden Orchid Show Preview. Cocktail party organized by the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society. 5:30 p.m., Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe. [email protected].

Endeleo Institute, Historically Black College and University Fair. Prospective students and parents exchange vital information about historic institutions of cultural relevance. 9 a.m., South Shore Cultural Center, Chicago. facebook.com/endeleoinstitute.

Habitat for Humanity Chicago, Valentine’s Build. Spend Valentine’s Day meeting new people while working toward affordable housing in Chicago. 8 a.m., West Pullman, Chicago. habitatchicago.org.

Sideshow Theatre Co., Chicago League of Lady Arm Wrestlers. Feb. 13-14. Over-the-top outfits with fast-talking managers and ebullient entourages. 10 p.m., Logan Square Auditorium, Chicago. sideshowtheatre.org.

14 SATURDAY - VALENTINE’S DAYThe Cradle Foundation, First Look for Charity. Black-tie preview of the Chicago Auto Show, benefitting The Cradle and 17 other Chicago-area charities. 7 p.m., McCormick Place, Chicago. [email protected].

16 MONDAY - PRESIDENT’S DAY

18 ASH WEDNESDAYChicago Booth Social Enterprise Initiative, Social Impact Leadership Series. “Unlocking College Persistence: A Data-Driven Model that Works,” with Jeff Nelson, co-founder and chief executive officer of OneGoal. 6 p.m., Gleacher Center, Chicago. OneGoal-SILS.EventBrite.com.

Erie Family Health Center, Eriedescence. All proceeds support Erie’s holistic health education programs. 6 p.m., Galleria Marchetti, Chicago. eriefamilyhealth.org.

19 THURSDAY HACIA Annual Banquet. Recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of key minority and female businesses who have participated in Chicagoland construction projects in the past year. 5 p.m., Hilton Chicago. tinyurl.com/npompwf.

20 FRIDAY Chicago Architecture Foundation, Engineering Fest. Feb. 20-21. Introduces youth to engineering careers, and celebrates the achievements of the engineers whose work is an essential part of Chicago’s skyline. Chicago Architecture Foundation, Chicago. [email protected].

Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, Heroes’ Night Annual Gala. 6 p.m., Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago. EpilepsyChicago.org.

International Teams, Leading Smart. Leadership conference for Chicago area key influencers in business, for-profit and non-profit leadership. 9 a.m., International Teams, Elgin. [email protected].

21 SATURDAY Back on My Feet, Mardi Gras Chaser 5/10K. Chicago’s only winter 10K. 10 a.m., Montrose Harbor, Chicago. backonmyfeet.org.

Gift of Adoption Fund, There is Nothing Sweeter Than Family. Help vulnerable children in the United States and around the world become adopted. 8 p.m., Key Club at Hubbard Inn, Chicago. giftofadoption.org/chicagoevent.html.

Holy Family Catholic Community, Mardi Gras Gala. Supports the Academy’s four main ministries: Adult Faith, Family Faith and Teen Faith. 6 p.m., Meadows Club, Rolling Meadows. holyfamilygala.org.

Juvenile Protective Association, All In for Kids Casino Night. Second annual event. 7 p.m., Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago. juvenile.org.

Onward Neighborhood House, Night of Bright Futures Fundraising Gala. Supports programs that provide child and adult education and food pantry services to low income immigrants in the Belmont Cragin and surrounding community. 7:30 p.m., Trump International Hotel & Tower, Chicago. onwardhouse.org/gala.

Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council, Caring Hearts Gala: Phantom of the Gala - A Masquerade Ball. Black tie optional event with open bar, dinner, live band, dancing, live and silent auction, and raffles. 6 p.m., Cotillion Banquets, Palatine. ptscc.org.

Robert Crown Center for Health Education, Happy to Be Me! Luncheon. Celebrates female relationships and empowerment, helping girls build confidence, navigate adolescence, and communicate with the important women in their lives. 11 a.m., The Carlisle, Lombard. robertcrown.org/happytobeme.shtml.

West Suburban PADS Have-a-Heart. Dinner and a silent auction followed by live music and dancing to help end homelessness in Cook County. 6:30 p.m., Union League Club, Chicago. westsuburbanpads.org/events.

22 SUNDAY Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Hollywood on State: A Red Carpet Celebration. Chicago’s longest-running awards-viewing party filled with glamour, gourmet food, libations, and the live Oscar telecast in two theaters. 6 p.m., Gene Siskel Film Center, Chicago. siskelfilmcenter.org.

24 TUESDAYHubbard Street Dance Chicago, Taste at Tru. Annual luxury wine tasting and silent auction benefitting the renowned dance company’s programs and hosted by Michelin-starred restaurant Tru. 6 p.m., Tru, Chicago. hubbardstreetdance.com/taste.

25 WEDNESDAY Center for Disability and Elder Law, Light Up the Loop - Winter Awards Benefit. Networking event with awards presentation to Alderman Edward M. Burke, McDonalds’s Corp., Locke Lord LLP and the late Honorable Richard J. Elrod. 5:30 p.m., Baker & McKenzie offices, Chicago. tinyurl.com/n8rtx87.

Chicago Health Executives Forum Annual Meeting. Industry authorities discuss the future for hospitals, and how to prepare now for significant changes ahead. 5 p.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. chefchicago.org.

Josephinum Academy Winter Lunch. Learn about the school’s work to inspire young Chicagoland women. 11:30 a.m., Union League Club, Chicago. josephinum.org.

26 THURSDAY Chicago Bulls Charities, An Evening with the Chicago Bulls. Includes dinner on the court. 6:30 p.m., Advocate Center, Chicago. bulls.com.

Chicago Family Business Council at DePaul University, Succession Planning: The Building Blocks to Passing Along Your Business. Hands-on workshop for families and businesses. 2 p.m., Hyatt Lodge at McDonald’s Campus, Oak Brook. chicagofbc.com.

Energy Center of Wisconsin, Illinois Better Buildings: Better Business Conference. Feb. 26-27. Residential building and remodeling conference. 7 a.m., Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare Hotel & Conference Center, Rosemont. ecw.org.

James Tyree Foundation, Living Through Giving Fundraiser. A gathering of Chicago’s business leaders, friends and family. 5:30 p.m., Mesirow Financial, Chicago. jamestyreefoundation.org/.

Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago, Darkroom. Auction supporting the museum’s exhibitions, public programs and community engagement efforts. 5:30 p.m., Private Club, Chicago. mocp.org.

27 FRIDAY American Heart Association, Go Red for Women Luncheon. Chicago women and the men who love them join in the fight against heart disease and stroke. 10 a.m., Macy’s On State Walnut Room, Chicago. ChicagoGoRedforWomen.org.

Chicago Booth Social Enterprise Initiative, On Board Conference on Nonprofit Board Service. Booth students and alumni come together with nonprofit leaders to discuss trends and best practices. 8:30 a.m., Gleacher Center, Chicago. tinyurl.com/qcdswrs.

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement, Sembrando El Futuro. Celebrates the accomplishments of the organization’s members and the generosity of its partners. 6 p.m., Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago. haceonline.org.

Hyde Park Day School, Crystal Clear: 15 Years of Making Futures Bright Benefit. Supports the school’s Bright Futures Scholarship Fund that serves children of average-to-superior intelligence who have learning disabilities. 6 p.m., Glen View Club, Golf. hydeparkday.org.

28 SATURDAY American Cancer Society, Black and White Ball. 5:30 p.m., Westin Lombard Yorktown Center, Lombard. [email protected].

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Latin Nights - 2 Bear Tie Ball. Dining, dancing, raffle, live and silent auctions with awards to O’Hare Midway Limousine Service and The Langham Hotel. 6 p.m., Union Station, Chicago. bearnecessities.org .

Clearbrook, A Grapevine of Friends. Discover the different flavors and aromas of wines and the uniqueness of craft beers; also features gourmet food stations, live music and dancing. 6:30 p.m., Westin Chicago Northwest, Itasca. clearbrook.org/friendswinetasting.

Greater Joliet Area YMCA, Giving Gala. Dinner, silent and live auctions, raffles and entertainment to benefit the YMCA’s scholarship fund. 6 p.m., Bolingbrook Golf Club, Bolingbrook. jolietymca.org.

Marillac St. Vincent Family Services, Fleur de Lis Ball. Black-tie event to raise over half a million dollars on behalf of the Marillac St. Vincent Family Services. 6 p.m., Navy Pier Grand Ball Room, Chicago. marillacstvincent.org.

Redmoon, Spectacle Lunatique. A dreamlike environment, performances and cuisine. 6:30 p.m., Redmoon, Chicago. [email protected].

St. Benedict Preparatory School, Rockin’ The Casbah Ball and Auction. Annual event for supporters from the St. Benedict community. Ravenswood Event Center, Chicago. [email protected].

TBDKIPP Chicago Schools, KIPP Talk. Discussion on educational inequity and the work KIPP is doing to provide students from Chicago’s most underserved communities with a high quality education. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. kippchicago.org.


MARCH1 SUNDAY Rogers Park Business Alliance, HEAT IT UP! Chili Cook Off and Festival. Noon, Mayne Stage, Chicago. glenwoodsundaymarket.org/.

Special Olympics Chicago, Polar Plunge. 9 a.m., North Avenue Beach, Chicago. sochicago.org.

2 MONDAY - CASIMIR PULASKI DAYChicago Fire Foundation Season Kickoff Luncheon. 11 a.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. chicago-fire.com/community/foundation/events.

3 TUESDAY PechaKucha Night. 8 p.m., Martyrs’, Chicago. martyrslive.com.

4 WEDNESDAY Leadership Greater Chicago, Celebrate Leaders Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Hilton Chicago. lgcchicago.org.

March of Dimes, Comcast SportsNet Sports Awards. 5 p.m., Hilton Chicago. marchofdimes.org.

5 THURSDAY Cabrini Green Legal Aid Wine Tasting Event. 6 p.m., Salvage One, Chicago. tinyurl.com/orzws5x.

Chicago Women in Philanthropy Annual Luncheon. 11:30 a.m., Standard Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/ncuxt53.

Erie Neighborhood House, Future Of Promise Awards Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. pjhchicago.com/eriehouse.

Gilda’s Club Chicago, Uncorked: The Tasting Event. 6 p.m., Museum of Broadcast Communications, Chicago. gildasclubchicago.org.

Illinois Bar Foundation, Lawyers Rock. 7 p.m., Double Door, Chicago. IllinoisBarFoundation.org.

Imerman Angels Blue and White Party. 6 p.m., John Barleycorn River North, Chicago. imermanangels.org.

Institute of Medicine of Chicago Leadership Breakfast. 7:30 a.m., Wildfire Restaurant, Chicago. tinyurl.com/n6f57sz.

Lumity Annual Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

6 FRIDAY Chicago Lights Gala of Hope. 5:30 p.m., Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. 312-640-2576.

Little City Seeing Hope Together Poker Tournament and Casino Night. 6:30 p.m., Montgomery Club, Chicago. littlecity.org/poker.

Rush University Medical Center, Rush Associates Board Casino Night. 6 p.m., Revel Fulton Market, Chicago. [email protected].

The LeaderShop Pirate Party. 3 p.m., Brookfield Zoo, Brookfield. [email protected].

7 SATURDAY Boundless Readers Gala: The Journey. 6 p.m., Hotel Monaco, Chicago. boundlessreaders.org.

Canine Therapy Corps Young Professionals Board, Annual Gala. 7:30 p.m., Revel Downtown, Chicago. caninetherapycorps.org/.

Field of Dreams Horse Rescue and Adoption, Mane Event. 6 p.m., St. Andrews Golf and Country Club, West Chicago. fodonline.org.

Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, St. Patrick’s Day Parade. 1 p.m., Madison Street, Forest Park. tinyurl.com/kh2qjjv.

Hephzibah Children’s Association, Heart of Gold Ball. 6 p.m., Bridgeport Art Center, Chicago. hephzibahhome.org.

Little Friends Benefit Auction. 6 p.m., Hilton Lisle/Naperville, Lisle. littlefriendsinc.org.

The Nerdery Overnight Website Challenge. March 7-8. overnightwebsitechallenge.com/.

8 SUNDAY American Lung Association Fight for Air Climb. 7 a.m., Presidential Towers, Chicago. fightforairclimb.org.

9 MONDAY WorldChicago, International Trade Club of Chicago, and Union League Club of Chicago: Chicago Celebrates International Women’s Day. 10:30 a.m., Union League Club, Chicago. chicagowomensday.org/register/.

10 TUESDAY Association for Corporate Growth Chicago, Midwest Manufacturing. Noon, Standard Club, Chicago. acgchicago.com.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Youth of the Year Competition and Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Navy Pier Grand Ballroom, Chicago. bgcc.org/events.

Chicago Illini Club, Chicago Illini of the Year. 5:30 p.m., University Club, Chicago. chicagoillini.org.

11 WEDNESDAY Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, Action Summit. Illinois State Capitol, Springfield. act.alz.org.

Goodman Theatre, Two Trains and a Sidecar. 6 p.m., Goodman Theatre, Chicago. 312-443-3811.

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, Women’s Board Grand Event. Bryn Mawr Country Club, Lincolnwood. [email protected].

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, Property Managers Licensing Seminar. 7 p.m., Northern Illinois University, Naperville. tinyurl.com/k3dgspt.

12 THURSDAY American Blues Theater Blue Bash. 5:30 p.m., Seyfarth Shaw LLC, Chicago. americanbluestheatre.com/.

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, Leadership and Innovation Awards: Tribute to Achievement Dinner. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. girlscoutsgcnwi.org.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Bold Moves for Bold Women. 5:30 p.m., Baker & McKenzie, Chicago. hubbardstreetdance.com .

The Cameron Can Foundation, Cameron Rocks On. 6:30 p.m., Fulton Market Kitchen, Chicago. cameron-can.com.

The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Empty Nests and Full Schedules: Women in Midlife. Noon, Edgewood Valley Country Club, La Grange. [email protected].

Voices for Illinois Children, Illinois Kids Count Symposium. 9 a.m., Loyola University Regents Hall, Chicago. voices4kids.org.

13 FRIDAY Smart Love Preschool and Smart Love Family Services, Little Feet, Big Fun Scholarship Benefit. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

14 SATURDAY Art Institute of Chicago, Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design, 1690-1840 Gala. 6:30 p.m., Art Institute of Chicago. pjhchicago.com/aic.

Chicago Waldorf School Anniversary Gala. 6 p.m., Germania Place, Chicago. [email protected].

Community of Organization Development in Chicago, Marketing Your Skills Using the SOAR Method. 8:30 a.m., Benedictine University, Lisle. [email protected].

Connections for Abused Women and Their Children, Sounds of Silence. 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. cawc.org/newsevents/.

Face the Future Foundation, Venetian Masquerade. 6:30 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. facethefuturefoundation.org/.

Gigi’s Playhouse, Inc., International “I Have a Voice” Gala. 6 p.m., Drury Lane Theatre, Oakbrook Terrace. gigisplayhouse.org.

Irish American Heritage Center, St. Patrick’s Festival. March 14-17. 1 p.m., Chicago. irish-american.org.

People’s Resource Center Anniversary Gala. 6 p.m., Chicago Marriott Naperville. 630-384-1355.

16 MONDAY Northside Catholic Academy Annual Soiree and Online Auction. March 16-29. [email protected].

17 TUESDAY - ST. PATRICK’S DAYBritish-American Business Council Chicago Speakers Series. 11:30 a.m., Maggiano’s, Chicago. babcc.org.

Mid America Club, Chicago Multicultural Connections. 5 p.m., Mid America Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/l5tw744.

18 WEDNESDAY Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago, Awards Dinner. 4:30 p.m., Navy Pier Grand Ballroom, Chicago. [email protected].

St. Joseph School Open House. 9 a.m., St. Joseph School, Wilmette. stjosephwilmette.com.

19 THURSDAY FamilyFarmed, Good Food Festival and Conference. March 19-21. 8 a.m., UIC Forum, Chicago. GoodFoodFestivals.com.

Association for Talent Development, Chicagoland Chapter, Networking Dinner: Rapid Instructional Design. 5:30 p.m., Fountain Blue Banquets and Convention Center, Des Plaines. [email protected].

Landmarks Illinois, Legendary Landmarks Celebration. 5:45 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. pjhchicago.com/.

Mujeres Latinas en Accion, Voces Unidas. 5:30 p.m., Bridgeport Art Center, Chicago. mujereslatinasenaccion.org.

University Center of Lake County Spring Open House. 6 p.m., University Center of Lake County, Grayslake. ucenter.org.

20 FRIDAY Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation Annual Meeting. 7:30 a.m., Hilton Chicago. loopchicago.com.

PAWS Chicago Animal Magnetism. 7 p.m., Venue One, Chicago. animalmagnetism.pawsevents.org/.

FamilyFarmed Localicious. 7 p.m., UIC Forum, Chicago. GoodFoodFestivals.com.

Urban Gateways, Art for All Gala. 6 p.m., Art Institute of Chicago. tinyurl.com/l4bj7og.

21 SATURDAY Helping Hand Center Gala: Celebrating 60 Years. 6 p.m., Burr Ridge Marriott. hhcenter.org.

Presence Health Ball. 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. presencehealth.org..

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, Big Mac Under Glass. 6 p.m., Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, Chicago. RonaldHouseChicago.org.

The Actors Gymnasium, Circuscope Magnified. 7:30 p.m., Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Evanston. actorsgymnasium.org.

22 SUNDAY West Suburban Special Recreation Foundation Bowl-a-thon. 1:45 p.m., Circle Lanes, Forest Park. wssra.net.

26 THURSDAY American Association of Law Libraries Management Institute. March 26-28. Hotel Palomar, Chicago. aallnet.org.

Chicago AMA BrandSmart. 8 a.m., Morningstar, Chicago. chicagoama.org.

Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, Restoring Historic Houses. [email protected].

Illinois Institute of Technology, Mies Birthday Party. 5:30 p.m., Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago. [email protected].

28 SATURDAY Barrel of Monkeys, Big Wedding. 7 p.m., Drucker Center, Chicago. barrelofmonkeys.org.

Benedictine University Chairman’s Ball: A Night Of Promise. 6 p.m., Hilton Hotel, Lisle. [email protected].

Society of Gynecologic Oncology Meeting On Women’s Cancer. March 28-31. 7 a.m., Hilton Chicago. tinyurl.com/ooy2jpl.

The LAM Foundation, Breath of Hope Gala. 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Rosemont. thelamfoundation.org.

The Synapse House, Caregiver Boot Camps. Hyatt Lodge at McDonald’s Campus, Oak Brook. synapsehouse.org.

29 PALM SUNDAYSociety of Gynecologic Oncology, Foundation for Gynecologic Oncology Fundraising Social. 7:30 p.m., Revel Downtown, Chicago. sgo.org.

TBDCity Year Chicago Ripples of Hope Awards Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Chicago. cityyear.org/chicago/ripples.


APRIL1 WEDNESDAY Illinois Housing Development Authority and Illinois Housing Council, Conference on Affordable Housing. ilgovernorsconference.org/.

Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, Wright Around Oak Park. cal.flwright.org.

Roosevelt University’s Chicago College of Performing Arts, VIVID: Annual Showcase. tinyurl.com/lbafzfc.

2 THURSDAYAutism Speaks, Light it Up Blue. [email protected].

3 GOOD FRIDAY

4 SATURDAY - FIRST DAY OF PASSOVER

5 SUNDAY - EASTER

7 TUESDAYExecutives’ Club, Executive of the Year Luncheon. tinyurl.com/pxvsrvo.

8 WEDNESDAYKovitz Shifrin Nesbit, Seminar: Leasing Restrictions Within Community Associations. tinyurl.com/p9gygnc.

9 THURSDAYChicago Area Council, Construction Industry-Boy Scout Dinner. chicagobsa.org/construction.

International Latino Cultural Center, Latino Film Festival. [email protected].

LINK Unlimited Scholars, DreamKeepers Gala. linkunlimited.org.

Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago, National Summit April 9-11. bwla.org/2015-national-summit/.

The First Tee of Greater Chicago, Golf Fashion Show and Masters Viewing Party. [email protected].

10 FRIDAYAbout Face Theatre, Wonka Ball. aboutfacetheatre.org.

ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Stars & Crescent Evening. stjude.org.

American Theater Co. Annual Gala. atcweb.org/.

Chicago Public Library Foundation and the Chicago Public Library, Night in the Stacks. [email protected].

Steppenwolf Theatre Co., Red or White Ball. steppenwolf.org.

Teen Parent Connection, VINE Growing Together: Our Legacy, Our Future. teenparentconnection.org/events.

The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Straight A’s and Stressed: Navigating Childhood Anxiety. [email protected].

11 SATURDAYAmerican Heart Association Chicago Heart Ball. chicagoheartball.com.

Autism Speaks, Illuminate. [email protected].

German International School Chicago Spring Gala. germanschoolchicago.com.

HOPE Fair Housing Center, Home Is Where the Art Is. hopefair.org

Illinois YMCA Youth and Government, Developing Democracy. [email protected].

Northern Illinois Food Bank Foodie 5K. solvehungertoday.org/.

Raue Center for the Arts Stargazers Ball. [email protected].

12 SUNDAY Porchlight Music Theatre Icons Gala. porchlightmusictheatre.org.

13 MONDAYThe Chicago Network, Women in the Forefront Luncheon. thechicagonetwork.org.

14 TUESDAYChicagoland Apartment Association, Trade Show and Education Conference. caapts.org.

Clean Energy Trust, Clean Energy Challenge. challenge.cleanenergytrust.org/#!/.

Greenheart International Gala: [email protected].

National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater Illinois Chapter, Women on the Move Luncheon. [email protected].

Chicago AMA, Marketers Career Fair. chicagoama.org.

Human Resources Management Association of Chicago, Leadership Development. [email protected].

Natural Resources Defense Council, Bee’s Knees Gala. nrdc.org.

15 WEDNESDAYChicagoland Chamber of Commerce, Exchange Tradeshow. [email protected].

16 THURSDAYChicago Architecture Foundation Gala: Green + Global - The Design Legacy of Richard M. Daley. architecture.org/gala .

Chicago Botanic Garden, Antiques, Garden & Design Show Preview Evening. chicagobotanic.org/antiques.

CommunityHealth Celebration of Care. communityhealth.org/gala.

Gift of Adoption Fund, Domestic Fund Event. giftofadoption.org.

Smart Museum of Art, Joseph R. Shapiro Award Dinner, Honoring Helen Zell. [email protected].

17 FRIDAYAssociation of Fundraising Professionals Chicago Chapter, Educational Program. [email protected].

Envision Unlimited, Small Victories Celebration. envisionchicago.org.

Exodus World Service Celebration of Hope. exodusworldservice.org/.

Family Service of Winnetka - Northfield, It’s A Shore Thing. [email protected].

Lyric Opera of Chicago, Women’s Board “Carousel” Spring Gala. [email protected].

ACLU of Illinois, Fighting for a More Perfect Union Luncheon. aclu-il.org.

The Joffrey Ballet Spring Gala. joffrey.org/events.

U.S. Fund for UNICEF Message of Hope Gala. unicefusa.org/messageofhope.

18 SATURDAYAlzheimer’s Association - Greater Illinois Chapter, Unforgettable Art. unforgettableart.org/.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, Art of Caring. [email protected].

Chicagoland Methodist Senior Services Fundraising Brunch. [email protected].

Clearbrook, Mad Hatter Mayhem Pub Crawl. clearbrook.org.

Court Theatre Anniversary Gala. courttheatre.org/support/.

Feed My Starving Children, Power of One Gala. [email protected].

Giant Steps Charity Auction. mygiantsteps.org.

Institute of Medicine of Chicago, 100th Anniversary Gala Reception and Dinner. tinyurl.com/o4pauqf.

Naper Settlement, Joseph Naper Award. [email protected].

One Hope United, Hope in Action. [email protected].

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago, Friends of the Poor Benefit. svdpchicago.org.

The Bridge Youth & Family Services Gala. bridgeyouth.org.

The Children’s Place, Once Upon a Time Gala. childrens-place.org.

World Sport Chicago, Spin to Break the Cycle. worldsportchicago.org/spin/.

19 SUNDAYEcker Center for Mental Health, Wishes for Wellness. [email protected].

Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook, Spring Benefit and Auction. ysgn.org.

20 MONDAYAction for Healthy Kids, Every Kid Healthy Week. April 20-24. tinyurl.com/lck9yzb.

West Suburban PADS Progressive Dinner. westsuburbanpads.org/events.

21 TUESDAYChicagoland Methodist Senior Services, POLST Presentation. cmsschicago.org/events.

Executive Service Corps of Chicago Celebration of Service. [email protected].

22 WEDNESDAYGarfield Park Conservatory Alliance Grand Re-Opening Event. garfieldconservatory.org.

23 THURSDAYChicago Minority Supplier Development Council, Business Opportunity Fair. April 23-24. chicagomsdc.org.

Housing Opportunities, Maintenance for the Elderly Gala. homeseniors.org.

Spark Ventures, Wine Tasting. [email protected].

24 FRIDAYBridge Communities, Celebrating Women . . . Transforming Lives. bridgecommunities.org.

Clearbrook, Shining Star Ball. clearbrook.org.

Muscular Dystrophy Assn. A Toast to Life Gala. [email protected].

Safer Foundation Spring Fundraising Gala. [email protected].

The Bunker, Builder Awards. tinyurl.com/qe23tgc.

Toastmasters International District 30, Spring Conference. April 24-25. [email protected].

Woman Made Gallery Anniversary Gala. womanmade.org.

25 SATURDAYAmerican Cancer Society Discovery Ball. [email protected].

Arthritis Foundation Lake County Walk to Cure Arthritis. lakecountyil.walktocurearthritis.kintera.org.

Autism Speaks, Double Denim Bar Crawl. [email protected].

Chicago Association for Psychological Type, A Day with Linda Berens, PhD. [email protected].

Chicago Zoological Society, Whirl. pjhchicago.com.

Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, Wine Walk and Shop. [email protected].

Horizons for Youth, No Ordinary Evening. horizons-for-youth.org.

Irish American Heritage Center, Hall of Fame Gala. iahof.org.

March of Dimes, N. Suburban March for Babies. marchforbabies.org/illinois.

Naperville CARES, Cuisine for a Cause. napervillecares.org.

Preservation of Human Dignity, Spirit of Life Gala. sphd.org.

Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago, National Rebuilding Day. rebuildingtogether-chi.com.

Regional CARE Association, Lights! Camera! Auction! [email protected].

Robert Crown Center for Health Education, Hunt for Health. robertcrown.org.

26 SUNDAYAmerican Brain Tumor Association, BT5K. bt5k.org.

LUNGevity Foundation Breathe Deep North Shore. lungevity.org/northshore.

March of Dimes, DuPage March for Babies. marchofdimes.org/illinois.

27 MONDAYNational Association of Women Business Owners Chicago, Celebration of Achievement Luncheon. [email protected].

28 TUESDAYGoodcity, GoodWorkChicago. April 28-30. goodworkchicago.org.

29 WEDNESDAYCatholic Theological Union, Trustee Dinner. pjhchicago.com.

Josephinum Academy Spring Luncheon. josephinum.org.

LeadingAge Illinois Meeting and Exhibition. annualconference.lsni.org.

North Shore Senior Center, A Five-Star Lunch. [email protected].

Young Women’s Leadership Charter School, Girl Power Luncheon. ywlcs.org.

30 THURSDAYAnixter Center Soaring to Success Spring Gala. Anixter.org.

Edge Alliance, Dining Out for Life. [email protected].

Facing History and Ourselves Chicago Benefit Dinner. Facing.org.

Rogers Park Business Alliance, Casino Night and a Taste of Rogers Park. [email protected].

The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Dating, Mating and Marrying in the Age of Social Media. [email protected].


MAY1 FRIDAYAssociation of Fundraising Professionals Chicago Chapter, Philanthropy Awards Luncheon. afpchicago.org.

i.c.stars Capitalize on Illinois Conference. [email protected].

Lambs Farm Popcorn Days. lambsfarm.org/events/.

Marwen Paintbrush Ball. marwen.org/events.

Metropolitan Family Services DuPage Gala. [email protected].

Midtown Educational Foundation, Metro Advancement Council Luncheon. midtown-metro.org/events.

Namaste Charter School, Get Gourmet with Namaste! namastecharterschool.org/events.

Northwestern Brain Tumor Institute, Minds Matter Benefit Dinner. [email protected].

2 SATURDAY Chicago A Cappella, Divas: Barbra, Beyonce, and Beyond. chicagoacappella.org.

Children’s Home + Aid, Hinsdale Auxiliary: Derby Day. [email protected].

Gale Sayers Foundation Derby Day Fundraiser. 312-214-3999.

High Jump Anniversary Benefit. highjumpchicago.org.

March of Dimes Kankakee March/Run for Babies. marchforbabies.org/illinois.

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Have Mercy Spring Gala. mercyhome.org/have-mercy.

Metropolitan Family Services, Spring Fever. [email protected].

National Headache Foundation Gatsby Gala. headaches.org.

Off Campus Writers Workshop, Spring Conference: From Pen to Publish. ocww.bizland.com/new.

The Synapse House, Caregiver Boot Camps. synapsehouse.org.

West Suburban Special Recreation Foundation Derby Gala. wssra.net.

3 SUNDAY 360 Youth Services Spring Ahead Run. springahead.com.

Autism Speaks, Walk Now. walknowforautismspeaks.org/NorthShore.

Franciscan Alliance Foundation, Tea for St. Monica Home. givetofranciscan.org.

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, Israel Solidarity Day Featuring the Walk With Israel. [email protected].

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, Touch a Truck Family Festival. 847-832-6917.

March of Dimes, Fox Valley, Lake County and South Suburban Marches for Babies. marchofdimes.org/illinois.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society- Greater Illinois Chapter, Walk MS. WalkMS.org.

North Shore Senior Center, Samuel Thaviu Memorial Concert. [email protected].

Wellness House Annual Walk: “May the 3rd Rock You.” [email protected].

4 MONDAY James Beard Foundation Awards. [email protected].

The Center for Enriched Living, Chefs’ Night. centerforenrichedliving.org/events/.

5 TUESDAY Coleman Entrepreneurship Center at DePaul University, Launch DePaul. colemanent.org.

OneGoal, It Starts with One Graduation Gala. onegoalgraduation.org.

WTTW and WFMT Diamond Celebration. [email protected].

6 WEDNESDAYALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Resarch Hospital, Four Stars of Chicago Restaurant Extravaganza. stjude.org/fourstarschicago.

MetroSquash Academic and Squash Center Grand Opening. metrosquash.org.

Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center Annual Luncheon. foundation.northshore.org.

Society for Marketing Professional Services, Heartland Regional Conference. May 6-8. eventbrite.com.

7 THURSDAYAssociation for Corporate Growth Chicago, Food Industry Growth Conference. acgchicago.com.

Association House of Chicago, Faces of Hope Benefit. associationhouse.org.

Chicago Run, Little Steps, Big Stars. chicagorun.org.

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School VIVA! cristorey.net.

Designs for Dignity Anniversary Gala. [email protected].

Perspectives Charter Schools, A Disciplined Life Benefit. pcsedu.org/benefit.

ULEED Scholarship and Award Reception. [email protected].

8 FRIDAY BUILD, Inc., Annual Dinner. buildchicago.org/events.

Housing Opportunities for Women, HOW Very Gala. [email protected].

National Museum of Mexican Art, Gala de Arte: El Sol y La Luna. [email protected].

School of the Art Institute of Chicago, The Walk. [email protected].

Thoracic Oncology Fundraiser. [email protected].

9 SATURDAY Alzheimer’s Association Rita Hayworth Gala. alz.org.

Pioneer Center for Human Services SleepOut for Shelter. May 9-10. sleepoutforshelter.org.

Steppenwolf Theatre Co. Gala Benefit. steppenwolf.org.

The Puppy Mill Project Mothers in the Mills. thepuppymillproject.org/.

Youth Guidance Annual Gala. youth-guidance.org.

10 SUNDAY - MOTHER’S DAY11 MONDAY Music Institute of Chicago Anniversary Gala. [email protected].

12 TUESDAYAir & Waste Management Association, Envision. May 12-14. awma.org.

Chicago Opera Theater Annual Gala. chicagooperatheater.org.

The Chicago Academy for the Arts, A Taste for the Arts. atasteforthearts.org .

The Chicago Community Trust, On the Table. [email protected].

13 WEDNESDAYChicago Institute for Psychoanalysis Annual Benefit. [email protected].

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, Seminar: The Impact of Palm v. 2800 Lake Shore Drive Condo Association. tinyurl.com/o6dygoz.

14 THURSDAYA Better Chicago Annual Benefit. abetterchicago.org.

Career Transitions Center of Chicago, Passport to Taste Wine Tasting Fundraiser. ctcchicago.org.

Changing Worlds Benefit. changingworlds.org.

Chicago Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Metals Industry - Boy Scouts Dinner. chicagobsa.org/metals.

Chicago Youth Centers, Believe in Kids Dinner. tinyurl.com/pebhbcc.

Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance, Beer Under Glass. garfieldconservatory.org.

Hedge Funds Care, Midwest Open Your Heart to the Children Benefit. hfc.org/eventlist.asp.

Illinois Humanities Council, Benefit Luncheon. prairie.org.

The Chicago Lighthouse, Seeing What’s Possible Dinner. chicagolighthouse.org/Gala2015.

15 FRIDAYAlzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, Forget Me Not. May 15-16. [email protected].

Chicagoland Apartment Association Golf Outing. caapts.org.

Erie Family Health Center Annual Luncheon. 312-432-2099.

Juvenile Protective Association Signature Spring Benefit. juvenile.org/events/.

March of Dimes, Construction and Transportation Awards Luncheon. marchofdimes.org/illinois.

16 SATURDAYAutism Speaks, Walk Now. [email protected].

Emerald City Theatre Spring Fundraiser. [email protected].

Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, Epilepsy 5K. EpilepsyChicago.org.

Family Service: Prevention, Education and Counseling NFP, A Show of Support. [email protected].

Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, Wright Plus. flwright.org/wrightplus.

Goodman Theatre Gala. GoodmanTheatre.org.

Horizon Hospice and Palliative Care, Circle of Care Benefit. horizonhospice.org.

Jewish Council for Youth Services Gala. jcys.org/gala.

Make-A-Wish IllinoisWish Ball. illinois.wish.org.

Muscular Dystrophy Association Muscle Walk. musclewalkmda.org.

Naper Settlement Civil War Days. May 16-17. [email protected].

Riverside Arts Weekend. May 16-17. [email protected].

The Morton Arboretum Annual Dinner Party: Brilliance in Bloom. [email protected].

Visions Blu Institute Annual Benefit. [email protected].

17 SUNDAYLittle Angels Center For Exceptional Care Pledge Run. [email protected].

18 MONDAYThe Service Club of Chicago Spring Luncheon. [email protected].

19 TUESDAYMid America Club, Chicago Multicultural Connections. tinyurl.com/l5tw744.

Mikva Challenge, Youth Change-Maker Gala. mikvachallenge.org.

20 WEDNESDAYLINK Unlimited Scholars Private Equity Luncheon. linkunlimited.org.

WorldChicago Spring Diplomacy Luncheon. [email protected].

Wounded Heroes Foundation Ride to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. May 20-24. tinyurl.com/ku6dxgh.

21 THURSDAYBoys & Girls Club of Elgin Golf Outing. bgcelgin.org.

Children’s Home +Aid Champions for Children Luncheon. [email protected].

HOPE Art Auction. [email protected].

Northern Illinois Food Bank, A Taste That Matters. solvehungertoday.org/.

Northern Illinois Food Bank Foodie 5K. solvehungertoday.org/.

23 SATURDAYForest Preserve District of DuPage County, Family Field Day at St. James Farm. [email protected].

25 MONDAY - MEMORIAL DAYHephzibah Children’s Association, Hoof it for Hephzibah. hephzibahhome.org.

St. Joseph School Jubilee Jog 5K. stjosephwilmette.com.

26 TUESDAYChicago Booth Social Enterprise Initiative, Chicago Booth Social New Venture Challenge Finals. research.chicagobooth.edu.

28 THURSDAYLittle Friends 50th Anniversary Celebration. littlefriendsinc.org.

Marklund Golf Classic. marklund.org.

Midtown Educational Foundation Summer Soiree. midtown-metro.org.

29 FRIDAYChicago Botanic Garden, A Rare Affair. [email protected].

Music of the Baroque, A Musical Feast Gala Benefit. baroque.org.

One Million Degrees Food + Wine Tasting. onemilliondegrees.org.

30 SATURDAYBoys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Woman’s Board Summer Ball. bgcc.org/events.

TBDChicago Fire Foundation, Art of Futbol. chicago-fire.com.

Chicago Fire Foundation, Fire, Brews, and Bites. chicago-fire.com.

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship Chicago, Elevating Entrepreneurship Benefit. pjhchicago.com/nfte.


JUNE1 MONDAYAccess Living Lead On! Gala. 5:30 p.m., Navy Pier, Chicago. accessliving.org.

Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund Golf Classic. Noon - Knollwood, Northmoor, Shoreacres, and Skokie Country Clubs, Highland Park. dmsf.org.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Season 37 Spotlight Ball. 6 p.m., Fairmont Hotel, Chicago. hubbardstreetdance.com/spotlightball.

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, Financial Services, Real Estate and Building Trades Division Dinner. [email protected].

2 TUESDAYJewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, Lawyers and Government Officials Division Dinner. [email protected].

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Leader Council Graduates’ Luncheon. 11:30 a.m., Hilton Chicago. mercyhome.org.

PechaKucha Night. 8 p.m., Martyrs’, Chicago. martyrslive.com.

3 WEDNESDAYChicago History Museum, Making History Awards. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. pjhchicago.com/chicagohistory.

Human Resources Management Association of Chicago, Collaborative Partnership Between HR and Finance. Standard Club, Chicago. hrmac.org/.

4 THURSDAYAcademy for Global Citizenship, Chefs’ Playground. 6 p.m., agcchicago.org.

Concordia Place GO Gala. 6 p.m., [email protected].

The Night Ministry Lighting Up the Night Awards Dinner and Auction. 5:30 p.m., Standard Club, Chicago. bit.ly/LUPN2015.

Voices for Illinois Children Dinner Benefit. Chicago. voices4kids.org.

5 FRIDAYGiant Steps Charity Golf Classic. June 5-6. mygiantsteps.org.

Junior Achievement of Chicago, A Day At The Races. Noon, Arlington Park Racecourse, Arlington Heights. jachicago.org.

Metropolitan Family Services Metropolis. [email protected].

6 SATURDAYArthritis Foundation Walk to Cure Arthritis. 4:30 p.m., Montrose Beach, Chicago. chicago.walktocurearthritis.kintera.org.

Heartland Alliance Home and Garden Tour. 10 a.m., Harbor Country, Lakeside, Mich. tinyurl.com/o3tvgcj.

Northcenter Neighborhood Association Yard Sale. Noon, Northcenter, Chicago. northcenterneighborhood.org.

7 SUNDAYRogers Park Business Alliance, Glenwood Sunday Market. June 7-Oct. 25. 9 a.m., glenwoodsundaymarket.org/.

8 MONDAYChild’s Voice Golf Tournament. 11 a.m., Willow Crest Golf Club, Oak Brook. [email protected].

9 TUESDAYChicagoland Methodist Senior Services, Are you a Super Ager? 8:30 a.m., Covenant Home, Chicago. cmsschicago.org/events.

10 WEDNESDAYHumanitarian Service Project, Feed the Kids. 9 a.m., Humanitarian Service Project, Carol Stream. [email protected].

Mental Health Assn. of Greater Chicago Golf Outing. [email protected].

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs Leadership Awards Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Hilton Chicago. pjhchicago.com/ccc.

11 THURSDAYBridge Communities A Chair Affair. Naperville. bridgecommunities.org.

Chicago AMA, CMO Forum. 6 p.m., Merchandise Mart, Chicago. chicagoama.org.

Institute of Medicine of Chicago Leadership Breakfast and Meeting. 7:30 a.m., Wildfire, Chicago. tinyurl.com/pub5drn.

Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Art in Motion. 6 p.m., Northwestern University, Chicago. [email protected].

The Chicago Help Initiative Helping Hands Benefit. 5:30 p.m., Montgomery Club, Chicago. chicagohelpinitiative.org/.

12 FRIDAYAmerican Lung Association Fight for Air Ride. June 12-14. 8 a.m., McHenry County College, Crystal Lake. fightforairride.org.

Association of Fundraising Professionals - Chicago Chapter Educational Program. 8:30 a.m., Maggiano’s, Chicago. afpchicago.org.

Illinois Institute of Technology, 125th Anniversary Honoring John L. Anderson. 6 p.m., IIT S.R. Crown Hall, Chicago. iit.edu.

The North Shore Antiques Dealers Association, Winnetka Summer Antiques Show. June 12-14. 10 a.m., Winnetka Ice Arena, Winnetka. WinnetkaSummerAntiquesShow.com.

13 SATURDAYDIFFA/Chicago Gala - The Imagine Ball. diffachicago.org.

Goodman Theatre Scene Soiree and Signature Fundraising Event. 8 p.m., Ovation, Chicago. GoodmanTheatre.org/SceneSoiree.

The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem Summer Soiree. 6:30 p.m., Morgan Manufacturing, Chicago. foundation.northshore.org.

14 SUNDAYForest Preserve District of DuPage County, Just for Kids Fishing Derby. 8 a.m., Blackwell Forest Preserve, West Chicago. [email protected].

Gigi’s Playhouse 5K Fun Run and Dash for Down Syndrome. 8 a.m., Sears Center Arena and Village Green, Hoffman Estates. gigisplayhouse.org.

Glessner House Museum, A Walk Through Time. 1 p.m., Glessner House Museum, Chicago. [email protected].

15 MONDAYChicago Shakespeare Theater Annual Gala. pjhchicago.com/event/cst.

16 TUESDAYAssociation Forum of Chicagoland Forum Forward. June 16-17. 7 a.m., McCormick Place, Chicago. tinyurl.com/qgvhd7o.

Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University Annual Gala: The Royal Ballet. 6 p.m., Auditorium Theatre, Chicago. auditoriumtheatre.org/.

18 THURSDAYAlliance for the Great Lakes, Taste of the Great Lakes. 6 p.m., Columbia Yacht Club, Chicago. greatlakes.org/Taste2015.

Association Forum of Chicagoland Honors Gala. tinyurl.com/letvebe.

Illinois Eye Bank Gift of Sight Gala. 6 p.m., The Peninsula Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

The Cara Program Golf Classic. 10 a.m., Harborside International Golf Center, Chicago. thecaraprogram.org/events.

The John Buck Co. Foundation Spring Fling. 5 p.m., Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago. [email protected].

19 FRIDAYBoys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Lawn Ball. bgcc.org/events.

Chicago Botanic Garden Summer Dinner Dance. 7 p.m., Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe. [email protected].

Naper Settlement, Naper Nights Concert Series. June 19-20. 5 p.m., Naper Settlement, Naperville. [email protected].

Pioneer Center for Human Services Moonlight and Music. 6:30 p.m., Crystal Lake Country Club, Crystal Lake. pioneercenter.org.

20 SATURDAYChicago Artists Coalition Starving Artist. [email protected].

Greater Chicago Food Depository Hunger Walk. 8 a.m., Soldier Field, Chicago. [email protected].

Metropolitan Family Services Jazz at the Met. Metropolitan Family Services Calumet Center, Chicago. [email protected].

The Actors Gymnasium Temperance Summer Solstice Circus Night. 7 p.m., Temperance Beer Co., Evanston. actorsgymnasium.org.

United Negro College Fund Masked Ball Fundraiser Gala. 6 p.m., Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago. [email protected].

Women’s Business Development Center, Early Childhood Education Entrepreneurship Expo. 8 a.m., UIC Forum, Chicago. WBDC.org/.

Yhim Fathers’ Day Eve Gala. 8 p.m., Chicago. yhim.org.

21 SUNDAY - FATHER’S DAYRush Hour Concerts, Make Music Chicago. makemusicchicago.com/particicpate/.

22 MONDAYAspire Golf Tournament. aspirechicago.com.

Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management, Symposium for Nonprofit Professionals and Volunteers. northpark.edu/symposium.

Chicago Commons Bud Blossom Golf Outing. 11 a.m., Shoreacres Golf Club, Lake Bluff. [email protected].

Ovarian Cancer Symptom Awareness Organization Golf Outing. 9 a.m., Pheasant Run Resort, St. Charles. [email protected].

23 TUESDAYAssociation for Corporate Growth Chicago, Healthcare M&A Conference. Noon, Chicago. acgchicago.com.

Lumind Foundation, Lumind/Hayes Mechanical Golf Outing. 10:30 a.m., Harborside International Golf Course, Chicago. [email protected].

24 WEDNESDAYThe Chicago Lighthouse House and Garden Walk. chicagolighthouse.org/.

The Kindness Connection, Wilmette Optimist Club Golf Outing. Noon, White Deer Run Golf Course, Vernon Hills. thekindnessconnection.org.

25 THURSDAYChicago Loop Alliance ACTIVATE Urban Celebration. loopchicago.com.

UCAN Youth Leadership Awards. ucanchicago.org/yla2015/.

26 FRIDAYChicago Youth Centers, Elliott Donnelley Youth Center 90th Anniversary Celebration. [email protected].

Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center Foundation, BeachFest Village Festival. June 26-28. Round Lake Beach. [email protected].

The Auxiliary Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Summer Lovin’. 7 p.m., Chicago History Museum, Chicago. [email protected].

27 SATURDAYCrawfish For Cancer Crawfish Boil. crawfishforcancer.org .

Lambs Farm, Fun and Fit Family Day: 5K Run/2 Mile Walk. 9 a.m., Lambs Farm, Libertyville. lambsfarm.org.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Greater Illinois Chapter, Bike MS: Tour de Farms. June 27-28. 5 a.m., NIU, Dekalb. bikeMSillinois.org.

28 SUNDAYNorthcenter Neighborhood Association Garden Walk. Noon, Northcenter, Chicago. northcenterneighborhood.org.

29 MONDAYMidtown Educational Foundation Golf for the Kids. 10 a.m., midtown-metro.org/golf.

National Association of Women Business Owners Chicago Meeting and Installation. 8 a.m., University Club, Chicago. nawbochicago.org.

TBDCivic Federation Awards Luncheon. pjhchicago.com/civicfederation.

Gilda’s Club Chicago Gildapalooza. 6 p.m., City Winery, Chicago. gildasclubchicago.org.

Gilda’s Club Chicago Agents of Hope Awards Dinner. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. gildasclubchicago.org.

PAWS Chicago, Run for Their Lives 8K Run/4K Walk. 9 a.m., Montrose Harbor, Chicago. [email protected].


JULY4 SATURDAY - INDEPENDENCE DAY

6 MONDAYEncompass Championship. July 6-12. Sponsorships, unique playing opportunities, volunteering opportunities available. 7 a.m., North Shore Country Club, Glenview. encompasschampionship.com.

8 WEDNESDAYHumanitarian Service Project, Feed the Kids. Help distribute 10 tons of nutritious groceries to local families in need. 9 a.m., Humanitarian Service Project, Carol Stream. [email protected].

Preservation of Human Dignity, Fairways for Families Golf Outing. Support the Inverness counseling center, which provides pregnancy help and education. 8 a.m., Makray Memorial Golf Club, Barrington. sphd.org.

9 THURSDAY Evans Scholars Foundation Women’s Invitational. Provides summer opportunities for girls to caddie and live at the Northwestern Evans Scholarship House. Noon, Biltmore Country Club, North Barrington. tinyurl.com/mujh5pg.

University Center of Lake County Summer Open House. Learn about degree, graduate and professional development programs offered in Lake County by 19 Illinois colleges and universities. 6 p.m., University Center of Lake County, Grayslake. ucenter.org.

10 FRIDAYIrish American Heritage Festival. July 10-12. Irish music, dance, vendors, food, drink and family fun. 6 p.m., Chicago. irish-american.org.

11 SATURDAYBucktown Community Organization, Bucktown Tree and Garden Walk. July 11-12. View nearly 100 gardens and marked trees; enjoy music, a trolley and a petting zoo. 11 a.m., Club Lucky, Chicago. bucktown.org.

14 TUESDAYHabitat for Humanity Chicago, Women Build. July 14-18. Chicago women come together to support and invest in a hardworking woman-led building effort. 8 a.m., West Pullman, Chicago. chicagowomenbuild.org.

Lambs Farm Golf Day. A day of golf to benefit people with developmental disabilities; morning and afternoon shotguns, breakfast and lunch, competitions, golfer gifts and more. 7 a.m., ThunderHawk Golf Club, Beach Park. tinyurl.com/qgqvvco.

15 WEDNESDAYarchi-treasures Jewels in July. Celebrate creative community change with food, drinks, music and a silent auction. 6 p.m., DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Chicago. architreasures.org.

West Suburban PADS Games and Trivia Night. Compete to raise money to defeat homelessness. 7 p.m., FitzGerald’s, Berwyn. westsuburbanpads.org/events.

18 SATURDAYCitadel Theatre, Broadway Under the Stars. Tony Award-winning music, live performances, dinner and dancing. 4 p.m., Cottage of Nancy and Adrian Smith, Mundelein. citadeltheatre.org.

Operation Support Our Troops America, Rockin’ For the Troops. Helps fund the programs of multiple veteran support organizations. Noon, Cantigny Park, Wheaton. RockinForTheTroops.org.

Rogers Park Business Alliance, Celebrate Clark Street World Music Festival. Street party recognized for its eclectic music lineup. 1 p.m., 6950 - 7200 N. Clark St., Chicago. celebrateclarkstreet.com/.

Sideshow Theatre Co., Chicago League of Lady Arm Wrestlers. July 18-19. Over-the-top outfits with fast-talking managers and ebullient entourages. 10 p.m., Logan Square Auditorium, Chicago. sideshowtheatre.org.

The H Foundation Goombay Bash. Casual Caribbean-style festival that raises money for basic science cancer research. 5 p.m., Navy Pier Grand Ballroom, Chicago. HFoundation.org.

20 MONDAYEvans Scholars Foundation Invitational Golf Event. Provides college scholarships for men and women caddies who have outstanding caddie and academics, character and financial need. Conway Farms Golf Club, Lake Forest. 847-724-4600.

Helping Hand Center Golf Outing. Supports the Center’s mission to assist persons with disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence through quality programs and services. 10:30 a.m., Riverside Golf Club, North Riverside. hhcenter.org.

21 TUESDAYMid America Club, Chicago Multicultural Connections. Professionals and entrepreneurs network and interact in an informal atmosphere that promotes business. 5 p.m., Mid America Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/l5tw744.

22 WEDNESDAYCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago Golf Invitational. Dinner and silent auction that benefits Catholic Charities’ Family Services. 7:30 a.m., Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, Lemont. [email protected].

23 THURSDAY Chicago Illini Club Golf Outing. Enjoy 18 holes of golf with fellow Illini, lunch, snacks, beverages, dinner, raffles and prizes. 10 a.m., Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, Lemont. chicagoillini.org.

PAWS Chicago Beach Party. Beachware-clad dogs and humans boogie on the beach to raise money to support homeless pets. 6 p.m., Castaways, Chicago. [email protected].

24 FRIDAY Naper Settlement, Naper Nights Community Concert Series. July 24-25. Local entertainment. 5 p.m., Naper Settlement, Naperville. [email protected].

27 MONDAY American Cancer Society, Chicago Select Golf Invitational. Corporate and civic leaders raise funds for the fight against cancer. 8 a.m., Medinah Country Club, Medinah. [email protected].

Benedictine University President’s Invitational Golf Outing. This year’s event features golf personalities Annika Sorenstam and David Feherty. Cantigny Golf, Wheaton. [email protected].

28 TUESDAY Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago Golf Classic. Noon, Harborside International Golf Center, Chicago. rebuildingtogether-chi.com.

31 FRIDAY The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Highland Park Hospital, Be Part of the Cure. Supports NorthShore Kellogg Cancer Center and its clinical research efforts and educational opportunities for the nursing staff. 7 p.m., Highland Park Community House. [email protected].

TBDNational Multiple Sclerosis Society- Greater Illinois Chapter, Carol Cohn and Margie Weil Memorial MS Outing. An 18-hole golf tournament, buffet lunch, all-day cocktails, mahjong, auctions and dinner. Northmoor Country Club, Highland Park. cohnweil.org.

Roosevelt University, VIVID: CCPA Annual Showcase, April OneGoal, It Starts with One Graduation Gala, May

Bike MS, June

PAWS Chicago Beach Party, July


AUGUST3 MONDAYChicago Coalition for the Homeless Golf Outing. Supports work to keep Chicago’s families intact and off the streets. Noon, Geneva National Golf Club, Lake Geneva. [email protected].

Little City Invitational Golf Tournament. Supports children and adults with autism and other disabilities. 10 a.m., Long Grove. littlecity.org/lci.

The Service Club of Chicago Day on the Terrace. Women join together for a day of fashion. 11 a.m., Peninsula Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

5 WEDNESDAYHumanitarian Service Project, Feed the Kids. Help distribute nutritious groceries to local families in need. 9 a.m., Humanitarian Service Project, Carol Stream. [email protected].

6 THURSDAYIllinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Make the Connection! Hispanic Business Expo. Hispanic business owners network with leaders from the corporate sector and government agencies. 8 a.m., Navy Pier, Chicago. hispanicbusinessexpo.net.

Illinois Medical District Guest House, Cog Hill Golf Outing. Supports patients, caregivers and families receiving care at hospitals in the Illinois Medical District. 11 a.m., Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, Lemont. imdguesthouse.org.

8 SATURDAYHephzibah Children’s Association Beach Dodgeball Tournament. Sponsor a team, or come out to enjoy the beach and play in the sand -- no previous dodgeball experience required. 11 a.m., North Avenue Beach, Chicago. hephzibahhome.org.

Interfaith Committee for Detained Immigrants, An Afternoon at Sanfilippo. Self-guided tour of the Sanfilippo Mansion, an organ concert by Jelani Eddington, and an ice cream social. 1 p.m., Sanfilippo Estate, Barrington Hills. icdichicago.org.

10 MONDAYClearbrook Golf Outing. A day of golfing and networking to support individuals with intellectual disabilities. 11:30 a.m., Exmoor Country Club, Highland Park. clearbrook.org.

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, Golf for Cristo Rey. Raises scholarship funds for Cristo Rey Jesuit High School students. 10:30 a.m., Onwentsia Club, Lake Forest. cristorey.net.

Feed My Starving Children, Union Station MobilePack. Aug. 10-13. Help pack life-saving meals for kids. Union Station, Chicago. [email protected].

Junior Achievement of Chicago Golf Outing. Supports JA’s economic education programs. 9 a.m., Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, Lemont. jachicago.org.

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls Golf Classic. 7:30 a.m., Beverly Country Club, Chicago. mercyhome.org.

The Bridge Youth & Family Services, Peter D. Cunneen Memorial Golf Classic. Funds counseling, crisis intervention, mentoring, parent education, adolescent substance abuse intervention and youth leadership services and programs that are provided regardless of ability to pay. Noon, Inverness Golf Club, Inverness. bridgeyouth.org.

The Center for Enriched Living Golf Tournament. 10:30 a.m., Ivanhoe Club, Mundelein. centerforenrichedliving.com.

12 WEDNESDAYEnvision Unlimited Goose Open. Game holes, contests and a live auction. 10:30 a.m., Harborside International Golf Center, Chicago. envisionchicago.org.

15 SATURDAYSeven Generations Ahead and Illinois Craft Beer Guild - Oak Park Micro Brew Review. Midwest’s largest zero-waste craft beer fest with more than 150 brews, live music and local food. 2 p.m., Marion and Lake Streets, Oak Park. tinyurl.com/l3nu6e5.


21 FRIDAYNaper Settlement, Naper Nights Community Concert Series. Outdoor concert series featuring local entertainment. 5 p.m., Naper Settlement, Naperville. [email protected].

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Leukemia Cup Regatta Weekend. Raises funds for blood cancer research and patient programs. 7 p.m., Columbia Yacht Club, Chicago. [email protected].

24 MONDAYEpilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, Tee Off for Camp Blackhawk. 10 a.m., Kemper Lakes Golf Club, Kildeer. EpilepsyChicago.org.

26 WEDNESDAYHuman Resources Management Association of Chicago Golf Outing. Scratch golfers and novices alike network, socialize and enjoy a day of golf. 11 a.m., Indian Lake Resorts, Bloomingdale. hrmac.org/.

29 SATURDAYBucktown Arts Fest. Aug. 29-30. Proceeds fund, develop and support arts education programming at Holstein Park, Bucktown/Wicker Park. 11 a.m., Holstein Park, Chicago. bucktownartsfest.com.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Greater Illinois Chapter, MuckFest MS. A 5K romp through mud and more than 20 obstacles. 8 a.m., Kane County Fairgrounds, Grayslake. muckfestms.com.

31 MONDAYChicago Youth Centers, Chipping in for Chicago Youth Golf Outing. Morning and afternoon shotgun starts, lunch and an awards dinner. 8 a.m., Glen View Club, Golf. chicagoyouthcenters.org/golf.

The Chicago Lighthouse Mike Ditka Charity Golf Tournament. Supports vital services for people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. 10 a.m., North Shore Country Club, Glenview. chicagolighthouse.org/.

TBDChicago Fire Foundation White Party. Open bar, food from a variety of Chicagoland restaurants, dancing, a photo booth and more. chicago-fire.com.

Metropolitan Planning Council Annual Luncheon. Supports the Council’s efforts to ensure that the Chicago metropolitan area continues to unlock its potential as an exceptional place to live and work. 11:15 a.m., Chicago. pjhchicago.com/mpc.

Chicago Fire Foundation, White Party, August

Conserve Lake County, Prairie Harvest Celebration, September

Ride for Autism Speaks at Fox River, Harley-Davidson, September

Feed My Starving Children, August


SEPTEMBER1 TUESDAYArthritis Foundation, Freedom of Movement Black Tie Gala. Acknowledges leaders in the advancement of research and awareness for the management, prevention, and cure of arthritis. 6:30 p.m., Chicago. arthritis.org.

Hephzibah Children’s Association Golf Classic. Proceeds help provide innovative community-based services including group homes, foster care, and day care. 9 a.m., Cantigny Golf, Wheaton. hephzibahhome.org.

Northern Illinois Food Bank Hunger Action Month. Sept. 1-30. “Go Orange” to generate awareness around the issue of hunger. Locations throughout Chicagoland. solvehungertoday.org/.

2 WEDNESDAYWomen’s Business Development Center, Entrepreneurial Woman’s Conference. Women entrepreneurs connect with prospective corporate and government clients through workshops and a trade show. 7:30 a.m., McCormick Place, Chicago. WBDC.org/.

3 THURSDAYGrant Park Conservancy Savour. Opening night of the Windy City Wine Festival benefits the continuing greening efforts of Grant Park. 6 p.m., Buckingham Fountain, Chicago. grantparkconservancy.com .

4 FRIDAYCopernicus Center Taste of Polonia. Sept. 4-7. Largest Polish Fest in the country with multiple restaurants, stages and bands. Noon, Copernicus Center, Chicago. TOPChicago.org.

5 SATURDAYForest Preserve District of DuPage County, Country Fair. Sept. 5-6. Acrobatic juggling, flea circus, games, horse-drawn hayrides, exhibits of 1890s tools and technology at living history farm. 10 a.m., Kline Creek Farm, West Chicago. [email protected].

7 MONDAY - LABOR DAY

9 WEDNESDAYInternational Latino Cultural Center, Latino Music Festival. Promote awareness of music from Latin America, Spain and Portugal. Instituto Cervantes and other locations throughout Chicago. [email protected].

National Kidney Foundation of Illinois Golf Classic. Winners have the chance to compete at the finals in Pebble Beach. Willow Crest Golf Club, Oak Brook. nkfi.org/events/golf-classic.

11 FRIDAYAssociation of Fundraising Professionals Chicago Chapter, Educational Program and Breakfast. 8:30 a.m., Petterino’s Banquets, Chicago. afpchicago.org.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, Gala of the Arts. Art show and sale, raffle and a live performance. 6 p.m., Navy Pier, Chicago. [email protected].

Children’s Home + Aid, Woman’s Board September Gala. Dave Hoffmann, Board Chair and CEO of DHR International, and his wife Jerri will be honored for their dedication to early childhood initiatives. 6:30 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

12 SATURDAYFrank Lloyd Wright Trust, Art of Craft: Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Modernism. Sept. 12-20. European Modernism art and architecture tour in Paris and Brussels. wrightwaytravel.org.

Adler Planetarium Celestial Ball. Dining and dancing in support of STEM education for at-risk youth. 6 p.m., Adler Planetarium, Chicago. pjhchicago.com/adler.

Birdies For Cures Golf Classic. Supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 1 p.m., Hilton Chicago Indian Lakes Resort, Bloomingdale. birdiesforcures.org.

Exodus World Service Run/Walk for Refugees. 5K run/3K walk raises awareness and support for refugees who walk hundreds of miles to flee persecution. 6:30 a.m., Kildeer School, Long Grove. exodusworldservice.org.

Imerman Angels, Second Wings of Hope Gala. Celebrates one-on-one cancer support connections made in 2015, and honors individuals, organizations, Mentor Angels and sponsors. 6 p.m., Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. imermanangels.org.

Rexam Beverage Can Co. Cans for Cash. Promotes fundraising for non-profits and charities. 9 a.m., Rexam Beverage Can Co., Chicago. [email protected].

13 SUNDAYConserve Lake County, Prairie Harvest Celebration. Sept. 13-27. Celebrate the fall harvest bounty and the enduring value of Lake County’s open space. 3:30 p.m., Private Residence, Grayslake. ConserveLakeCounty.org.

Gilda’s Club Chicago, Bucktown 5K. 8 a.m., Burr Elementary School, Chicago. gildasclubchicago.org.

Special Olympics Chicago, Midway Fly Away 5K Family Walk/Run. 9 a.m., Midway International Airport, Chicago. sochicago.org.

14 MONDAY - FIRST DAY OF ROSH HASHANAH LINK Unlimited Scholars Golf Outing. Supports scholars’ efforts to get a great education. 11 a.m., Twin Orchard Country Club, Long Grove. linkunlimited.org.

Little Friends Golf Classic. A day of golf, lunch, cocktails and dinner. littlefriendsinc.org/events.cfm.

The First Tee of Greater Chicago, Luke Donald’s Taste of The First Tee. The BMW Championship, a wine tasting and dinner. 6 p.m., Conway Farms Golf Club, Lake Forest. [email protected].


17 THURSDAYExpo Chicago, Vernissage. Opening-night preview of the International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art benefiting the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. 4 p.m., Navy Pier Festival Hall, Chicago. [email protected].

18 FRIDAYAmerican Cancer Society Skyline Soiree. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and raffle. 7 p.m., City Winery, Chicago. [email protected].

19 SATURDAYAlliance for the Great Lakes Adopt-a-Beach Event. Volunteers remove trash from Lake Michigan and other Great Lakes, monitor water quality and share findings. greatlakesadopt.org.

Chicago Botanic Garden Harvest Ball. Cocktail reception and silent auction, followed by dinner. 6 p.m., Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe. [email protected].

Little Angels Center for Exceptional Care, Angel Songs Gala. Includes a tour of the mansion and collections of antiques and music machines. 5 p.m., Sanfilippo Estate, Barrington Hills. littleangels.org.

Love INC Southwest Breakfast Benefit. Raises funds for in-need Lake County community members. 7 a.m., Concorde Banquets, Kildeer. loveincsouthwest.org.

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Blood Cancer Conference. Patients, caregivers and health professionals learn about survivorship and the latest blood cancer treatments. [email protected].

20 SUNDAYCedille Records Soiree Cedille. Supports Chicago’s Grammy-winning, nonprofit classical record label. 4 p.m., Chicago. cedillerecords.org.

Rotary Club of Hinsdale, Rotary Run Charity Classic. 3K, 5K and 10K walks and runs through historic streets of Hinsdale and surrounding neighborhoods. 8 a.m., The Community House, Hinsdale. rotarycharityclassic.org.

The Puppy Mill Project, Michigan Avenue March on Puppy Mill Awareness Day. Raises awareness for the connection between pet stores and the puppy mills. Noon, Moonlight Studios, Chicago. thepuppymillproject.org/.

21 MONDAYAfter School Matters Annual Gala. Celebrates the accomplishments of Chicago teens through performances, galleries and exhibits of teen projects in the arts, communications, science, sports and technology. 5:30 p.m., Navy Pier, Chicago. [email protected].

23 WEDNESDAY - YOM KIPPUR

24 THURSDAYIllinois Organization of Nurse Leaders Conference and Business Meeting. Sept. 24-25. Nurses in leadership roles from across the state gather to hear the latest strategies in health care leadership and health care delivery initiatives. 8 a.m., Hilton Lisle/Naperville, Lisle. ionl.org.

25 FRIDAYThe Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem, American Craft Exposition. Supports pioneering research in preventing ovarian cancer in at-risk women. 10 a.m., Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe. americancraftexpo.org.

ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, St. Jude Harvest Moon. Live music, dancing, cocktails, restaurant tastings, raffles and silent auctions. 8 p.m., Park West, Chicago. harvestmoonstjude.org.

American Heart Association Heart Walk. Supports the fight against heart disease and stroke. Walks also scheduled in Oakbrook (Sept. 16), Lake Forest (Oct. 3) and Palos Hills (Oct. 4). 11 a.m., Soldier Field, Chicago. MetroChicagoHeartWalk.org.

Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University Devil’s Ball. 7:30 p.m., Auditorium Theatre, Chicago. auditoriumtheatre.org/.

Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation, Illumination Gala. Celebrate the past, present and future of the Loop. Palmer House Hilton, Chicago. LoopChicago.com/gala.

Friends of Prentice Annual Gala. Supports research, education and patient care programs for women and infants. friendsofprentice.org.

Illinois Restaurant Association, Bon Appetit presents Chicago Gourmet. Sept. 25-27. Showcases Chicago’s finest restaurants and chefs with live cooking demos, expert seminars and tastings. 6 p.m., Millennium Park, Chicago. chicagogourmet.org.

Wheaton Park District and FT Cares Foundation, Light the Torch 5K. Run/walk for individuals and teams to transform lives locally, nationally and globally. 6 p.m., Wheaton. active.com.

Wood Family Foundation Storybook Gala. Proceeds benefit the organization’s after-school mentoring program. 6:30 p.m., Moonlight Studios, Chicago. [email protected].

26 SATURDAYJosephinum Academy 125th Anniversary Gala. josephinum.org.

Lawrence Hall Youth Services Anniversary Celebration. Honors the organization’s 150th year of service to Chicago’s most at-risk youth. 6 p.m., Harold Washington Library Center, Chicago. [email protected].

Loyola University Museum of Art Greatest Hits Gala. Cocktails and dinner among ten of the museum’s most popular installations. 6 p.m., Loyola University Museum of Art, Chicago. tinyurl.com/lcaocqt.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Opening Night and Opera Ball. Civic Opera House, Chicago. [email protected].

Primo Center for Women and Children, Classico Internationale. Private jets, luxury automobiles, fashions, gourmet cuisine, silent and live auction to help provide interim housing for homeless women and children. 6:30 p.m., Chicago Executive Airport, Wheeling. primocenter.org.

27 SUNDAYRide for Autism Speaks. Hundreds of bikers join together to support those impacted by autism. 10 a.m., Fox River Harley-Davidson, St. Charles. rideforautismspeaks.org.

Ray Graham Association Monarch Walk. Family event with three walk routes plus music, snacks and face painting inside the stadium. 8:30 a.m., North Central College, Naperville. raygraham.org.

29 TUESDAYGirl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, Smart Cookies Make a Difference Breakfast. Applauds exemplary entrepreneurs who, through their smarts and achievements, change the rules of the game and make the world a better place. 7:30 a.m., Fairmont Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Greater Illinois Chapter, Dinner of Champions. Pays tribute to the organization’s supporters. 6 p.m., Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

30 WEDNESDAYCabrini Green Legal Aid Annual Benefit. Celebrates the organization’s clients and advocates. 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. [email protected].

TBDGrant Park Music Festival, Advocate For The Arts Awards Benefit. Evening of musical entertainment that supports the Festival’s ability to present free concerts and life-long learning programs for audiences of all ages. 6 p.m., Fairmont Hotel, Chicago. grantparkmusicfestival.com.


OCTOBER1 THURSDAYFrank Lloyd Wright Trust, Thinking Into the Future: The Robie House Series on Architecture, Design and Ideas. 5 p.m., Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, Chicago. [email protected].

Giordano Dance Chicago, Dancing With the Giordano Stars. Park West, Chicago. [email protected].

Midtown Educational Foundation, Reach for Excellence Awards Dinner. 5 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. midtown-metro.org/dinner.

Rogers Park Business Alliance Taco Crawl. 4 p.m., North Clark Street, Chicago. rogers-park.com/.

2 FRIDAYNaper Settlement Oktoberfest. Oct. 2-3. 5 p.m., Naper Settlement, Naperville. [email protected].

Preservation of Human Dignity, Royal Tea Luncheon. 10:30 a.m., Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre, Hoffman Estates. sphd.org.

The Chicago Lighthouse Flair. 11 a.m., Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. [email protected].

3 SATURDAYAdvocate Health Care, An Evening to Inspire. 7 p.m., Field Museum, Chicago. [email protected].

Christ Church of Chicago, Aki Matsuri Food Festival. Noon, Christ Church, Chicago. [email protected].

Giant Steps 5K Walk. 9 a.m., St. James Farm Forest Preserve, Warrenville. mygiantsteps.org.

North Branch Arts, Art of Comedy. 7 p.m., North Branch Arts, Chicago. northbrancharts.org.

Northern Illinois Food Bank, Foodie 5K. 8 a.m., Chicago Speedway, Joliet. solvehungertoday.org/.

Regional CARE Association AIDS Walk. 9 a.m., Lewis University, Romeoville. regionalcare.org.

5 MONDAY3Arts Awards Celebration and Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Chicago. 3arts.org.

National Association of Women Business Owners Chicago, Thrive. 8 a.m., Chicago. nawbochicago.org.

7 WEDNESDAYChristian Brothers of the Midwest, Lasallian Day Chicago. 11:30 a.m., Union League Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/pjg28ze.

Junior Achievement of Chicago Anniversary Dinner. 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. [email protected].

8 THURSDAYIMD Guest House, Red and White on Thursday Night. 6 p.m., Carnivale, Chicago. imdguesthouse.org.

9 FRIDAYIrish American Heritage Center, iBAM! Irish Books, Arts and Music Celebration. Oct. 9-11. 6 p.m., Chicago. 773-401-0714.

Chicagoland Apartment Association Preview Breakfast. 7:30 a.m., Union League Club, Chicago. caapts.org.

11 SUNDAYForest Preserve District of DuPage County, Danada Fall Festival. 11 a.m., Danada Equestrian Center, Wheaton. [email protected].

Special Olympics Chicago, Bank Of America Special Olympics Chicago Team. 7 a.m., Grant Park, Chicago. sochicago.org.

12 MONDAY - COLUMBUS DAY

13 TUESDAYCJE SeniorLife, Celebrate CJE. 5:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency, Chicago. cje.net.

15 THURSDAYBUILD, Inc., Wine Tasting. 6 p.m., Vin Chicago, Chicago. buildchicago.org/events.

The Chicago International Film Festival Opening Night. 6 p.m., Chicago. chicagofilmfestival.com/.

16 FRIDAYIllinois Bar Foundation Annual Gala. 7:30 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. IllinoisBarFoundation.org.

West Suburban Special Recreation Foundation, Fallin’ For Our Stars. 7 p.m., Cheney Mansion, Oak Park. wssra.net.

Woods Fund of Chicago, Break It Down. 8 a.m., Columbia College, Chicago. [email protected].

17 SATURDAYAbercrombie & Kent Philanthropy and Friends of Conservation, Conservation Ball. 6:30 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. friendsofconservation.org.

Chicago Architecture Foundation, Open House Chicago. 9 a.m., 150 locations throughout Chicago. openhousechicago.org/.

Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation Fashion Show. 6 p.m., The Ballroom, Chicago. CTCFashionShow.org.

Gilda’s Club Chicago, Night of a Thousand Noogies. 7 p.m., Park West, Chicago. gildasclubchicago.org.

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Ringside for Mercy’s Sake. 6 p.m., Marriott Downtown Magnificant Mile, Chicago. mercyhome.org/ringside.

The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, Midwest Region Gala Dinner. 6 p.m., Fairmont Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

The Gateway for Cancer Research Cures Gala. 6 p.m., Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, Chicago. GatewayCR.org.

18 SUNDAY The Puppy Mill Project, Miles for the Mothers in the Mills. Noon, River Walk Park, Naperville. thepuppymillproject.org/.

20 TUESDAYAssociation for Corporate Growth Chicago, Midwest ACG Capital Connection. 8 a.m., Navy Pier, Chicago. acgchicago.com.

Chicago Cares, Find Your Cause. 5:30 p.m., Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago. [email protected].

Mid America Club, Chicago Multicultural Connections. 5 p.m., Mid America Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/l5tw744.

22 THURSDAYCasa Central Social Services Annual Dinner. 6 p.m., Chicago. casacentral.org.

Housing Opportunities for Women Annual Meeting. 5:30 p.m., Chicago. [email protected].

The Resurrection Project, Imagine More Gala. The Drake Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

The Synapse House, Harvest Moon Gala. 6:30 p.m., Wilder Mansion, Elmhurst. synapsehouse.org.

23 FRIDAYPilot Light, Feed Your Mind. 6 p.m., Chicago. pilotlightchefs.org.

The Museum of Contemporary Art Auction. 6 p.m., Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago. mcachicago.org.

Victory Gardens Theater Chicago Stories Gala. 6 p.m., Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. [email protected].

24 SATURDAYFranciscan Alliance Foundation, Northern Indiana Gala. givetofranciscan.org.

Little Friends Step Up for Autism Fall Festival. 5 p.m., Naperville Riverwalk Grand Pavilion, Naperville. littlefriendsinc.org.

Visions Blu Institute, Youth Town Hall Meeting. 10 a.m., Logan Center for the Arts, Chicago. [email protected].

Wellness House Ball and Anniversary Celebration. 7 p.m., Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. [email protected].

27 TUESDAYUniversity Center of Lake County Fall Open House. 6 p.m., University Center of Lake County, Grayslake. ucenter.org.

29 THURSDAYChicago Loop Alliance ACTIVATE Halloween Urban Celebration. 5 p.m., Loop Alley, Chicago. loopchicago.com.

Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Anniversary Gala. 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Chicago. ihccbusiness.net/events.

Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations, Milestones in Mentoring Awards. 6 p.m., Union League Club, Chicago. plankcenter.ua.edu.

30 FRIDAYGlessner House Museum, Haunted Tours of Historic Prairie Avenue. 7 p.m., Glessner House Museum, Chicago. [email protected].

National Museum of Mexican Art, Love Never Dies Day of the Dead Ball. 7 p.m., National Museum of Mexican Art, Chicago. [email protected].

31 SATURDAY - HALLOWEENGlessner House Museum, Edgar Allan Poe Readings. 5 p.m., Glessner House Museum, Chicago. [email protected].

TBDBetter Government Association Annual Luncheon. 11 a.m., Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, Chicago. bettergov.org.

Brain Research Foundation Discovery Dinner. 6 p.m., Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. theBRF.org.

Chicago Humanities Festival Anniversary Benefit. 6:30 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. chicagohumanities.org.

Chicago Public Media 25th Anniversary Celebration. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. wbez.org.

Habitat for Humanity Chicago Benefit Breakfast. 8 a.m., Chicago. habitatchicago.org.

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Chicago Dinner. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. pjhchicago.com/mcsf.

Rush NeroBehavioral Center Awards Dinner. 5 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. rnbc.org .

The Field Museum, Women’s Board Gala. 6:30 p.m., Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago. pjhchicago.com.

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Annual Dinner. 6:30 p.m., Chicago. ric.org.

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, The Y - So Much More. 6 p.m., Chicago. ymcachicago.org.

Ringside for Mercy’s Sake, October

Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, Danada Fall Festival, October


NOVEMBER3 TUESDAYHuman Resources Management Association of Chicago Summit. Learn key issues impacting human resources operations. 8 a.m., Donald E. Stephens Conven-tion Center, Rosemont. hrmac.org/.

4 WEDNESDAYFranciscan St. James Health Annual Gala. Hilton Chicago Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center, Oak Brook. givetofranciscan.org.

5 THURSDAYChicagoland Apartment Association CAMME Awards. Celebrates excellence in the multifamily residential real estate industry. 5 p.m., Navy Pier, Chicago. caapts.org.

DIFFA/Chicago Dining by Design. Nov. 5-7. Chicago’s finest chefs and designers unite for this annual event. 5:30 p.m., Merchandise Mart, Chicago . diffachicago.org.

6 FRIDAYEvans Scholars Foundation Green Coat Gala. Helps send deserving caddies to college. 6 p.m., The Peninsula Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

The Service Club of Chicago Anniversary Ball. The oldest women’s charity cele-brates 125 years of giving 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. [email protected].

Winnetka Community House, Antiques + Modernism. Nov. 6-8. Dealers from across North America offer their collections to collectors, designers and hobbyists. 10 a.m., Winnetka Community House, Winnetka. thewinnetkashow.com.

7 SATURDAY Bailiwick Chicago Casting Auction. Non-professionals bid for on-stage roles in a professionally produced musical. 5:45 p.m., Michelle’s Ballroom, Chicago. castingauction.com.

Bridge Communities Sleep Out Saturday. Nov. 7-8. Raises awareness of family homelessness and funds for families served by Bridge. 6:30 p.m., Bridge Communities, Glen Ellyn. bridgecommunities.org.

Chicago Jesuit Academy Give-A-Little Gala. Supports the college-prep middle school for young men living in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood. 6:30 p.m., Salvage One, Chicago. cjacademy.org.

Chicago Lights, Glow. Cocktail party benefiting more than 4,000 children, youth and adults facing the challenges of poverty. 8 p.m., Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago. 312-981-3564.

Chicago Zoological Society Wines in the Wild. Wines, hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auctions. 5 p.m., Brookfield Zoo, Brookfield. [email protected].

Heartland Alliance Candlelight Ball. Celebrate those who have moved from darkness to light - from harm to hope - from poverty to brighter futures. 6:30 p.m., The Palmer House Hilton, Chicago. thecandlelightball.com/.

Lambs Farm Annual Benefit. Help fund programs for men and women with developmental disabilities. 6:30 p.m., Union Station Great Hall, Chicago. lambsfarm.org.

10 TUESDAYi.c.stars TechBash. Meet and mingle with the 50 “CIO Celebrities.” 5 p.m., The Castle, Chicago. [email protected].

Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, Daniel H. Burnham Award Dinner. Salutes a community leader who recognizes civic engagement within a strong business environment. 5:30 p.m., Chicago. chicagolandchamber.org.

11 WEDNESDAY - VETERANS DAY

12 THURSDAYChicago Area Council - Boy Scouts of America, LaSalle Street After Hours. Recognizes the Chicago financial industry’s support for Scouting and the in-dustry’s impact on youth. 5:30 p.m., The Atrium @ 311, Chicago. chicagobsa.org/lsah.

Chicago United, Bridge Awards Dinner. Celebrates CEOs who advocate for di-versity and inclusion in corporate governance and leadership. 5:30 p.m., Hilton Chicago. [email protected].

The Law Project of the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, Anniversary Celebration. Recognizes the organization’s 30 years of pro bono legal services to small businesses, nonprofits, and first-time home buyers. thelawproject.org.

13 FRIDAYChicago Commons, Pour Out Your Heart for Commons. Annual wine tasting and silent auction that supports programming for children, youth, adults and seniors. 6 p.m., Galleria Marchetti, Chicago. [email protected].

14 SATURDAYArtists for Harmony Wine Tasting and Art Gala. Fine art from Chicago’s up-and-coming talent, a silent auction, games, and a raffle. 6 p.m., Columbia Yacht Club, Chicago. artistsforharmony.org.

National Kidney Foundation of Illinois, Gift of Life Gala. Black tie event with proceeds supporting the more than 1.1 million people living with kidney disease in Illinois. Field Museum, Chicago. nkfi.org.

15 SUNDAYWest Suburban Special Recreation Foundation, Bears Party. Lunch and a chance to win raffles or mini auction items. Noon, Jimmy’s Place, Forest Park. wssra.net.

16 MONDAYPathways.org Anniversary Celebration. Supports research in early infant milestones, secures the organization’s place as a leading pediatric clinical research center and gives it the ability to reach even more families. 5:30 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. pjhchicago.com/PAF.

17 TUESDAYMid America Club, Chicago Multicultural Connections. Informal networking for professionals and entrepreneurs. 5 p.m., Mid America Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/l5tw744.21 SATURDAYRay Graham Association Butterfly Ball. Sights and tastes of “A Night in Bali.” 6:30 p.m., Hilton Chicago Oak Brook Hills Resort, Oak Brook. [email protected].

The GEANCO Foundation, Health and Hope for Africa Gala. Reception, African music and an inspirational program honoring NFL legend Ronnie Lott. 6:30 p.m., Ovation, Chicago. geanco.org.

26 THURSDAY - THANKSGIVINGChicago Festival Association, McDonald’s Thanksgiving Parade. Giant balloons, celebrities and show stop-stopping performances. 8 a.m., State St. between Congress and Randolph, Chicago. chicagofestivals.org.

29 SUNDAYLittle Friends Parade of Lights. Collaboration of lights, festive floats and Santa’s arrival. 5 p.m., Naperville. littlefriendsinc.org/events.cfm.

TBDChicago Consular Corps Gala: A Tribute to Our Global Partners. Supports the work of Chicago Sister Cities International, World Business Chicago and funds Chica-go Consular Corps scholarships to the University of Illinois at Chicago. 6 p.m., Chicago. chicagosistercities.com.

La Rabida Children’s Hospital, Friends of La Rabida Awards Benefit. Assists children with lifelong medical conditions, providing them the care that allows them to reach their full potential. 6 p.m., Chicago. pjhchicago.com/larabida.

Naperville CARES Toasting for a Cause. Gourmet dinner paired with five wines. Sullivan’s Steakhouse, Naperville. NapervilleCARES.org.

PAWS Chicago Fur Ball. Guests and canine companions raise money for Chicago’s homeless pets. 6 p.m., The Drake Hotel, Chicago. furball.pawsevents.org/.

The American Ireland Fund Chicago Dinner. A traditional Irish celebration. 6 p.m., Chicago. pjhchicago.com/aif.

Little Friends Parade of Lights, November Chicago Jesuit Academy’s Annual Give-A-Little Gala, November


DECEMBER1 TUESDAYBoys & Girls Club of Elgin, Christmas Toy Drive. Dec. 1-15. Annual toy donation for Club members. 8 a.m., Boys & Girls Club, Elgin. [email protected].

4 FRIDAYCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, Spirit of Saint Nicho-las Ball. A night of food, wine, entertainment and dancing to celebrate the Christmas season. 6:30 p.m., Hilton Chicago. [email protected].

Chicago Sunday Evening Club, Leadership Prayer Breakfast. An interfaith gathering to pray for our city and its leadership. 7:30 a.m., Hilton Chicago. chicagopray-erbreakfast.org.

Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, Holiday Walk and Festival of Windows. Dec. 4-5. Horse-drawn carriage rides, reindeer, marshmallow roast, face painting and Santa. 6 p.m., Madison Street, Forest Park. [email protected].

Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society, Holiday Housewalk and Market. Dec. 4-5. Home tours and a juried artisan market. 3 p.m., Nineteenth Century Club, Oak Park. childrenscliniciws.org.

Pioneer Center for Human Services, Holiday Book Review. A luncheon with a book dramatist and a discussion on the year’s selected book title. 10:45 a.m., D’Andrea Banquets, Crystal Lake. pioneercenter.org.

The Joffrey Ballet, Robert Joffrey’s The Nutcracker. Dec. 4-27. The 28th annual presentation of Chicago’s holiday tradition. 7 p.m., Auditorium Theatre, Chicago. [email protected].

Will County Center for Economic Development, Report to Investors. John Greuling, Will County CED president and CEO, with an update on the organization’s 2014 activities. 7 a.m., Clarion Hotel & Convention Center, Joliet. WillCountyCED.com.

7 MONDAY - FIRST DAY OF HANNUKAH

9 WEDNESDAYHephzibah Children’s Association Bring-A-Gift Party. Raffles, drink specials, and holiday cheer to benefit the organization’s group homes, foster care, and day care programs. 6 p.m., Doc Ryan’s Tavern, Forest Park. hephzibahome.org.

10 THURSDAYProvidence St. Mel Celebration! Raises scholarship funds to allow more students to attend the school. 6 p.m., Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. pjhchicago.com/psm.

12 SATURDAYGlessner House Museum Christmas Candlelight Tours. Experience a 19th Century Christmas and learn the origins of many cherished holiday traditions. 5:30 p.m., Glessner House Museum, Chicago. [email protected].

Habitat for Humanity Chicago Holiday Build. Work on the homes for one of Habitat for Humanity’s partner families. 8 a.m., West Pullman, Chicago. habitatchicago.org.

15 TUESDAYMid America Club, Chicago Multicultural Connections. Entrepreneurs and business professionals network in an informal atmosphere that promotes business 5 p.m., Mid America Club, Chicago. tinyurl.com/l5tw744.

25 FRIDAY - CHRISTMAS

26 SATURDAY - FIRST DAY OF KWANZAA

31 THURSDAY - NEW YEAR’S EVE

TBDArthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Runs/Walks. Family events with holiday themed costumes. 8 a.m., Chicago and west suburban locations. arthritis.org/jbr.

Humanitarian Service Project, Christmas Offering and Gift Distribu-tion. Distribute groceries and Christmas gifts to families and children in need. 9 a.m., Humanitarian Service Project, Carol Stream. [email protected].

Arthritis Foundation, Jingle Bell Runs/Walks, December

Naperville CARES, Toasting for a Cause, November

The Puppy Mill Project, Miles for the Mothers in the Mills, October

Giant Steps 5K Walk, St. James Farm, Warrenville IL, October

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