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Magellan Development Event, Dancing with the SEALs 1 Sunday Benefiting the Navy SEAL Foundation. Join some of the 20 Friday 27 Friday New Year’s Day country’s finest Navy SEALs for an evening of dining and dancing Human Resources Management Association of Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Grand Chefs Gala. featuring live music by Dr. Bombay. The event supports the Navy Chicago, HR Globalization: Deploying HR Processes, www.cff.org SEAL Foundation’s mission to provide immediate and ongoing Tools and Resources Globally. Learn best practices for man- 4 Wednesday support and assistance to the Naval Special Warfare community aging global human resources operations. 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 Chicago Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Annual and their families. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, a.m. Deloitte, Chicago. Free for HRMAC members, non-members 28 Saturday Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner. At this annual event, Chicago. $200 per ticket. Vanessa Casciano, 312-469-8159, call for information. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org/events. Museum of Science and Industry, Black Creativity Gala. members of the National Eagle Scout Association recognize the www.dancingwiththeseals.com. The Black Creativity Gala helps fund the Museum’s Black Creativ- young men who have overcome the many challenges of school- Illinois Bankers Association, Economic Forum. A critical- ity program—now a year-round program that showcases African- work, peer pressure and other extra–curricular activities to 16 Monday ly-important update for the banks and their small business cus- American achievements in the fields of science, technology, engi- achieve the Eagle Scout rank this year. 5 p.m. Union League Club tomers on the economy, including the current commercial and neering and medicine through speakers, activities, events and of Chicago. Sponsorship levels vary. Shayna Hofmeister, 312- Martin Luther King Jr. Day residential real estate environments. 7:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. exhibits. 6:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. Museum of Science and Industry, 421-8800 x263. www.chicagobsa.org/esrd. Lisle/Naperville Hilton. $50 per person. Illinois Bankers Associa- Chicago. $350 per person. Octavia Hooks, 773-947-3729. DuSable Museum of African American History, King Day tion, 217-789-9340. www.msichicago.org. Celebration. www.dusablemuseum.org. 12 Thursday Pillars, 2012 Pillars Ball. www.pillarscommunity.org. Thursday ASA Chicago, Stay on Track. Participate and receive training 18 Wednesday 26 in a rapid, sure-fire method to advance your business skills. Each Chicago House, Champagne Wrapture: Clicquot In the Bear Necessities, Pediatric Cancer Foundation’s The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence, Round- “Track” represents a subject matter, attend up to three different Sky. Enjoy bubbly and sumptuous bites high above the city from Auxilliary Board’s Signature Event. table—Using Sustainability to Mitigate Risk during Eco- topics in record time. ASAC University is designed for speed and the 99th floor of the Willis Tower, all while bidding on luxurious www.bearnecessities.org nomic Turbulence. Topics will include: The importance of Sus- performance! 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Fountain Blue Banquets packages and champagne inspired artwork. Chicago artists, tainability Reporting and Sustainability Indexes, Sustainability and Conference Center, Des Plaines. $45 for members, $90 for designers and architects work to create one of a kind artwork to Strategy for Managing Reputation Risks, and How Sustainability Sunday non-members. 847-827-8336. www.asachicago.org. auction off at this annual favorite to benefit Chicago House’s pro- 29 Performance can be used as a Competitive Advantage. 3 p.m. to gramming for families and individuals affected by HIV and AIDS. Catholic Charities, D’Vine Affair. www.catholiccharities.net. 7 p.m. Chicago. Louis Christopher, 312-214-6464. sustainabili- 6:30 a.m. Sky Deck, Willis Tower, Chicago. $85 to $100. 773- 14 Saturday [email protected]. 248-5200 x303. www.chicagohouse.org. Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestral Landscapes. Human Resources Management Association of 8 p.m. Lincoln-Way North Performing Arts Center, Frankfort. $30 Chicago, Winter Networking Event. Kick off the new year Please note that event information listed was submitted by to $50. IPO Box Office 708-481-7774. www.ipomusic.org. right with a night out with your Chicago-area HR colleagues. individual organizations. While accurate at presstime, some Good food, good wine and good conversation...the perfect recipe organizations amend their event schedules throughout the Chicago Cares, Celebration of Service. to shake off the winter blahs! 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Rosewood www.chicagocares.org. year. Please contact organizations directly for the most Restaurant, Rosemont. $49 for HRMAC members, $95 for non- current information. To submit events in the 2013 calendar, members. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org/events. please email [email protected].
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Chicago Children’s Advocacy Center, A Second Night on 3 Friday 11 Saturday Bourbon Street. This is an event sure to excite your senses and 26 Sunday ACG Chicago, Annual Market Trends Breakfast. This dive Feb 11- 12: Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, No Place warm your heart as we celebrate another successful year, honor- Autism Speaks, An Evening with the Stars—A Red Car- into the state of the M&A market builds on decades of tradition as Like Home. 8 p.m. and 3 p.m. Lincoln-Way North Performing ing 20,000 children and families. We anticipate 600 guests, pet Spectacular. On Oscar® night in Chicago, there is only one these dealmakers delve into business sector trends, capital Arts Center and Ozinga Chapel, Frankfort and Palos Heights. $30 including top business and community leaders, as well as our Red Carpet event that brings the glitz and glamour of Hollywood access, transaction/debt multiples and the state of the middle to $50. www.ipomusic.org. numerous friends and supporters. Chicago Downtown Marriott. to the Windy City, while raising money and awareness for Autism market. 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. The Standard Club, Chicago. 877- $250. Kate Nelson, 312-492-3755. Speaks. With the backdrop of the 84th Annual Academy Awards 224-6389. www.acgchicago.com/events/default.aspx. broadcast, the red carpet, Hollywood-themed extravaganza fea- Sunday 12 23 Thursday tures live pre-show festivities, movie themed cocktails, delicious American Lung Association in Greater Chicago, Fight hors d’oeuvres and desserts, a live and silent auction and raffle, 4 Saturday for Air Climb. Get ready for this vertical climb up 31 floors and Girls in the Game, Field of Dreams. Honoring champions and a stroll down the red carpet to champion the fight against Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras, The Noteworthy 680 steps to the top of the suburbs’ tallest building, the Oakbrook in the pillars of our mission: Sports, Health, Leadership and Life. autism. 6 p.m. Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Rosemont. $150. Night—Some Enchanted Evening. Celebrating 65 years of Terrace Tower! Climb more than once for an extreme or ultimate 6 p.m. Chicago Marriott, Chicago. $175. 312-633-4263. www.eveningwiththestars.org. CYSO with an evening featuring cocktails, dinner, silent & live challenge. This event benefits the American Lung Association in auctions, and a performance of the best loved music of Rodgers Chicago and the fight for clean air and healthy lungs. 7 a.m. 24 Friday BDO/Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute, Warm Your Heart & Hammerstein by CYSO’s world-renowned Symphony Orches- Oakbrook Terrace Tower. $25 registration + $100 fundraising. 5k. The inaugural 5k indoor race at McCormick Place to promote tra. 6 p.m. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. $375 per person. Sarah Erin Petschow, 312-781-1100. www.fightforairclimb.org. American Heart Association, Go Red for Women Com- Heart Health Month. Money raised through our race team will Rutherford, 312-939-2207 x25. munity Expo. A free community expo for Chicago women with support the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute. McCormick Place, www.cyso.org/supportcyso/thenoteworthynight/tabid/93/default.a Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation, Be My Valen- health screenings, educational workshops, and a town hall panel Chicago. Jamal Bowleg, 312-926-4530. spx. tine. Enjoy a day of family fun with a children’s concert with with physicians and other healthcare professionals. 8:30 a.m. to Justin Roberts, lunch, or games, and a silent auction. 11 a.m. 1:30 p.m. University of Illinois-Chicago Forum, Chicago. Free. Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Insti- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA), artEdge Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. $85 adults, $55 kids in advance, $100 312-346-4675. www.heart.org/chicago. tute of Chicago, Oscar Night® America. Celebrate the 84th 2012. The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago celebrates an adults, $70 kids day of event. www.lynnsage.org. Annual Academy Awards® at Chicago’s only Academy-sanctioned exciting year of innovative art and performance with its annual Starlight Children’s Foundation Midwest, Great-est Oscar Night® America party featuring red carpet, champagne, psychedelic and full-sensory fundraising benefit. Guests will be Escape. Escape winter in Chicago with fun zones that put you at buffet, prizes, live Oscars® telecast, and official Academy Awards® transported to an evening of funk, flair and cutting-edge art and 13 Monday the beach, the ballgame, the spa and a carnival while helping to programs. 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. Gene Siskel Film Center, Chicago. performance inside an oversized tent in the enchanting MCA March of Dimes, Comcast Sportsnet Sports Awards. A create Great Escape ™ Family Outings for children battling critical $100. Joel Mangers, 312-846-2072. www.siskelfilmcenter.org. sculpture garden. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. MCA, Chicago. Individual cocktail reception and dinner that honors some of Chicago’s top and chronic illnesses. Enjoy cocktails & hors d’oeuvres, brillant tickets are available from $1,000 per person, table packages professional athletes and well-known sports personalities. This silent auction and dazzling raffle and chances to win fabulous begin at $15,000, and concert tickets are available for $150 per unique event honors a professional athlete from each of Chicago’s prizes. 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Starlight Children’s Foundation Mid- 28 Tuesday person. www.mcachicago.org/artEdge. most favorite sports teams: Chicago Bears, Bulls, Cubs, White west office, Chicago. $60 to $75 per person. www.starlight-mid- Human Resources Management Association of Chica- Sox, Blackhawks and Fire. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sheraton Chicago west.org/midwest/events. go, Best-In-Class Recruiting Strategies. This program will Hotel and Towers. $350. Rebecca Grant, 312-596-4721. showcase Best-In-Class recruitment practices gathered from real- Working In The Schools, Blackboard Affair Mardi Gras 8 Wednesday www.marchofdimes.com/illinois/5058_29375.asp. world experience, in-depth interviews and case-study research Masquerade Ball. Supports WITS, a nonprofit providing litera- Feb 8-10: AGUILA, Latino Leadership. An offsite 3-day from some of the biggest and most innovative companies. 12 cy programs for CPS children. Join over 400 young urbanites for leadership program; lead by Latinos, for Latinos. This culturally p.m. to 1 p.m. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org/events. open bar, food, live DJ set, dancing, and a silent auction. W Hotel relevant curriculum is for up and coming Latinos committed to 14 Tuesday Chicago. $85 to $100. Michelle Chrusciel, michellec@witschica- their professional development and volunteerism. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. SitStayRead, Best in Show. This Valentine’s Day give your Rainbows, Caritas Awards Dinner. This inspirational dinner go.org. www.witschicago.org. Grand Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva, WI. $750 includes accom- heart to a child by supporting Chicago’s most unique literacy pro- will highlight Rainbows outreach to children and teens who live in military families. Your support will advance Rainbows mission to modations and meals. Jerry Campagna, 224-217-8741. gram, SitStayRead which utilizes dogs to help children gain con- Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization, Tickled www.aguilaleadership.org. fidence as readers. Take your loved one to Haymarket Pub and provide a healthy path toward healing and ensure that Rainbows Pink. The town will be painted pink for the annual Tickled Pink will be able to guide the next generation of kids through life’s Brewery to root for your favorite pup during the Westminster Ken- charity bash to raise funds for Y-ME National Breast Cancer Human Resources Management Association of Chica- storms. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel nel Club Dog Show while enjoying drinks and appetizers as well Organization. At the event, guests walk the pink carpet and sip on go, Lessons Learned from the Corner Office. Former Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. as live and silent auctions. 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Haymarket Pub delicious cocktails served by local celebrity servers and dine on CEOs from some of the most recognized companies share their www.pjhchicago.com/rainbows. & Brewery, Chicago. $75 with special deals for tables. 773-545- appetizers. This year the event will be bigger than ever with lots of insights into business strategies. 7:15 a.m. to 10 a.m. The 6629. www.sitstayread.org. new surprises and a dance floor to be seen on. River East Art Standard Club, Chicago. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org/events. Center, Chicago. 312-294-8557. www.tickledpinkchicago.com. 29 Wednesday 16 Thursday Feb 29-Mar 2: ACG Chicago, Midwest Energy Connec- Thursday 9 Illinois Bar Foundation, Lawyers Rock Legends. Lawyers 25 Saturday tion. This conference combines the last 5 years of Cleantech Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation, The programming and collaboration successes to launch Clean Ener- Rock Legends is a fundraising event that features 8-9 bands who Aspire, Big City Night in Morocco. Board the Marrakech Lincoln Leadership Prize Dinner. The Lincoln Leadership gy Week. Join us as we bring companies, capital and experts for have at least one attorney. Bands submit 3 songs for their audi- Express and travel to Morocco—the doorway between Europe Prize Dinner raises important funds to support the Abraham Lin- investment in this field. Spertus Center, Chicago. 877-224-6389. tion, which are then posted on the Illinois Bar Foundation’s Face- and Africa and join Aspire for a black tie dinner, dance and auc- coln Presidential Library and Museum’s effective educational and www.acgchicago.com/events/default.aspx. book page. People visit the page, and post their votes for the win- tion. Proceeds benefit Aspire Children’s Services, one of cultural programming. The presentation of the Lincoln Leadership ning bands. The final winners are chosen by a panel of profes- Chicagoland’s most comprehensive programs for infants and Prize to former President of Poland Lech Walesa highlights this Chicago Illini Club, Chicago Illini of the Year. Please join sional musicians, and get to perform at Buddy Guys Legends for young children with developmental delays and disabilities. 6 p.m. special evening. 5:30 p.m, reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Four Sea- fellow alumni at this gala event honoring the best of Chicago and the event. 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Buddy Guy’s Legends, Chicago. to 12 a.m. Hyatt Regency Chicago. $175 per ticket. Susan Clark, sons Hotel, Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. the University of Illinois. 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. $35, $85 or $125. www.illinoisbarfoundation.org. 708-547-3550 x3558. www.pjhchicago.com/lincoln. The University Club, Chicago. $110 per person, $825 for table of 8. 800-355-2586. www.uiaa.org/illinois/ciy. Crisis Center for South Suburbia, Heart to Heart Extrav- LINK Unlimited, DreamKeepers Awards Gala. The gala Monday 20 aganza. Annual dinner dance and auction to raise funds for the recognizes and honors individuals and institutions who have Presidents Day Crisis Center’s mission of providing services for women and chil- been keepers of Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream to provide equal TBD dren who are victims of domestic violence. 6 p.m. Silver Lake opportunity to all people. LINK’s mission to provide educational Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago, Bowl Country Club, Orland Park. $80. www.crisisctr.org. opportunities to deserving African American high school students 21 Tuesday For Kids’ Sake. After a month of raising awareness and funds, our agency thanks our volunteers with a Bowl for Kids’ Sake party is deeply rooted in Dr. King’s dream. LINK believes that if young The Chicago Bar Foundation, 12th Annual Fat Tuesday Human Resources Management Association of Chica- at their local bowling center. Bowl for Kids’ Sake helps to lift the people have access to a quality education, their lives will be for- Challenge. Compete to raise funds for your favorite legal aid go, Workplace Bullying. Hear findings from ongoing research hopes and aspirations of children who deserve an opportunity for ever changed. 6 p.m. cocktails and silent auction, 7 p.m. dinner organization or just relax and have fun with friends and col- into the consequences and costs of workplace bullying and how it a better future. Ashley Nichele, 312-207-5603. and live auction. The Fairmont, Chicago. $300. Linda Tucker, leagues. The Fat Tuesday Challenge features a variety of individ- impacts individuals and organizations. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Loyola www.bbbschgo.org/site/c.bklukcovlkk2e/b.6384905/k.be65/bowl 312-225-5465. ual and team challenge games and an exciting silent auction. University Chicago. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org/events. Individual tickets include a light buffet dinner, desserts, beer, wine _for_kids_sake.htm. and all challenge games. 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dave & Buster’s, Fellowship Housing, Annual Gala Event. 6 p.m. The Chicago. $60. Meredith Mazzuca, 312-554-1207, Stonegate, Hoffman Estates. $125-$150. 847-882-2511. [email protected]. www.chicagobarfoundation.org/fat- tuesday-challenge.
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Past Ripples of Hope Honorees Include:
2011 2008 2004 Ellen M. Costello Terry Mazany Michael J. Alter President and Chief Executive Officer President and CEO of the Chicago Community Trust President of The Alter Group and Chairman Harris Financial Corp. and Owner of Chicago Sky Frederick H. Waddell David Hiller President and Chief Executive Officer of Northern Trust 2003 President and Chief Executive Officer Harrison Steans McCormick Foundation 2007 Chairman of the Executive Committee of Don Thompson Financial Investments Corporation 2010 President of McDonald’s USA
Deborah L. DeHaas 2002 Rufus Williams Vice Chairman and Midwest Regional John A. Canning, Jr. President of the Chicago Board of Education Managing Partner of Deloitte, LLP Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of 2006 Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC Chicago White Sox United States Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) 2001
2009 John W. Rogers, Jr. William A. Osborn Arne Duncan Chairman and CEO of Ariel Capital Management, LLC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the US Secretary of Education Northern Trust Corporation 2005 The Honorable Pat Quinn 2000 Joseph Stackhouse Governor Senior Vice President of Comcast, Greater Douglas Crocker, II State of Illinois Chicago Region President and Chief Executive Officer of Equity Residential Properties Trust Larry Richman President and CEO of PrivateBancorp
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1 Thursday 4 Sunday 12 Monday 20 Tuesday ACG Chicago, The Primary Drivers of Job Growth. A Special Olympics Chicago, 12th Annual Chicago Polar Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce, Project Aware- Association of Fundraising Professionals, Ethics Sym- thorough review of recent research, leading academic thought and Plunge. Whether you go knee high, waist high or take the full ness. The conference is designed as a vehicle to provide infor- posium. Chicago. 630-416-1166. www.afpchicago.org. future opportunities for job growth in Chicago and the Midwest. plunge, all are welcome to attend this fun and spirited event! Cos- mation to all small business owners regarding procurement The Standard Club, Chicago. 877-224-6389. tumes are encouraged and great prizes are awarded to the top 3 opportunities available within your agency. www.acgchicago.com/events/default.aspx. fundraisers! Proceeds benefit programs enjoyed throughout the 23 Friday year by nearly 5,000 Special Olympics Chicago athletes. 10 a.m. Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, Mar 23-25: 2012 Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chica- Little City Foundation, 3rd Annual Food Frenzy. Feast on North Avenue Beach, Chicago. Participants are asked to raise Leadership and Innovation Awards: A Tribute to go, Fight Epilepsy—Tag Day Event. Volunteers are needed exclusive delicacies from Chicago’s hottest restaurants, purchase $125. www.chicagopolarplunge.org. Achievement. Tribute to Achievement is Girl Scouts of Greater to help with our annual Tag Day event to canvas the streets and raffle tickets for fantastic prizes, participate in the hit Mystery Chicago and Northwest Indiana’s signature corporate and civic raise awareness and much needed funds for the Epilepsy Founda- Wine game and network with other young Chicago professionals dinner. It celebrates the achievements of senior executives and tion of Greater Chicago. Volunteers are required to wear reflective for a great cause. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Loft on Lake, Chicago. 6 Tuesday corporations, and the impact they have on today’s girls. 5:30 p.m. vest and canister—supplied by foundation. 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Lau- $65. www.littlecity.org/frenzy. Human Resources Management Association of Chica- reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. $500. ren McTigue, 312-939-8622 x209. www.epilepsychicago.org. go, Mergers & Acquisitions: Your Role as an HR Practi- 312-416-2500. www.girlscoutsgcnwi.org. tioner. Learn to maximize the role of human resources when 2 Friday managing mergers and acquisitions. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Benedic- Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, 24 Saturday Chicago Lights, Carnaval Gala. Carnaval, the annual gala tine University, Naperville. Free for HRMAC members, non-mem- The 100th Anniversary Promise Circles. Marking the 100th Saint Xavier University, President's Scholarship Ball. supporting Chicago Lights’ outreach to children, youth, and bers call for information. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org/events. Anniversary of Girl Scouts, every girl and woman who was ever a 6:30 p.m. Hilton Chicago. $300 per person. 773-298-3748, 773- adults facing the challenges of poverty. 5:30 p.m. Ritz-Carlton Girl Scout is invited to attend a local celebration, to recite the Girl 298-3320. Hotel at Water Tower Place, Chicago. $225. Scout Promise and experience a sing-along. Visit the website for www.chicagolights.org/cgi-bin/webobjects/cl.woa/1/wa/a?p=20& 8 Thursday the nearest location. 7:12 p.m. (“19:12” nautical time). Local Girl wosid=kualfsdsstofbwsoqqdf7m. Greater Chicago Food Depository, 24th Annual Chicago Scout locations. Free. 312-416-2500. www.girlscoutsgcnwi.org. 25 Sunday Commercial Real Estate Awards Dinner. The dinner will Friends of Prentice, 2012 Bank of America Shamrock Chicago Symphony Orchestra, REMIX II: Tuned Up. Win- recognize 2011’s outstanding architects, designers, developers Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Women in the Arts: Shuffle. 8k race through downtown Chicago hosted by Bank of ter’s hottest party! REMIX II features cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and and brokers. A benefit of the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Annual Luncheon Forum. Steppenwolf’s 2012 Women in the America. 45,000 participants annually. Money raised through our fabulous entertainment, including CSO Mead Composer-in-Resi- Chicago’s food bank, the event is expected to raise more than Arts luncheon will bring together 250 leaders from Chicago busi- race team will support Prentice Women’s Hospital. Grant Park, dence Mason Bates. A “symphonic composer by day, DJ by $800,000 to support hunger-relief programs and has raised more ness, civic and arts communities to honor a leading woman for Chicago. $350 fundraising goal. Jamal Bowleg 312-926-4530. night,” Mason Bates has established a reputation in both the than $10 million in the past 23 years. More than 1,500 attendees her creative contributions to the arts. This year’s honoree is www.friendsofprentice.org/run-for-prentice.shtml. classical music community and on the electronic scene. All pro- will be on hand as awards are presented in 17 categories. 5:30 Emmy, Golden Globe and SAG Award winner Julianna Margulies, ceeds benefit the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. p.m. Hyatt Regency Chicago. $450+. 773-247-3663. who currently stars in the hit CBS drama The Good Wife. 11:30 Architectural Artifacts, Chicago. Individual tickets $95+, packages www.chicagosfoodbank.org/realestate. a.m. registration, 12 p.m. luncheon. The Chicago Cultural Center, 27 Tuesday $1,000+. Celene Mielcarek, 312-294-318, [email protected]. Chicago. $200+. 312-654-5632. www.steppenwolf.org/luncheon. AIDS Foundation of Chicago, AFC’s Spring Dinner. Join www.cso.org/remix. Mar 8–9: The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence, us for AFC’s spring fundraising event supporting AFC’s grant Certified Sustainability (CSR) Practitioner Training— Wednesday making, policy, and public education programs supporting Inspiration Corporation, One Inspired Evening. Honorary IEMA Approved. This challenging 2-day course enables partic- 14 46,000 Illinoisans living with HIV/AIDS. 5:30 p.m. Hilton Chica- Chair Mayor Rahm Emanuel invites you to One Inspired Evening ipants to acquire the skills and competencies required to become ASA Chicago, Construction Expo 2012. Build your go. $150 to $350. Rhett Lindsay, 312-334-0935. www.aidschica- where art lovers will gather for an exciting evening of cocktails, qualified CSR practitioners. Mar 8, 9 a.m. to Mar 9, 5 p.m. The business and grow your organization. Don’t miss one of ASA go.org. dining, music and our live and silent curated art auctions. 6 p.m.- Centre for Sustainability and Excellence, Chicago. $1,980 profes- Chicago’s biggest events of the year! Workshops, demonstrations, 10 p.m. Union Hall, Chicago. $100 in advance, $125 at the door. sional, $1,782 early bird special. Louis Christopher, 312-214- equipment displays, door prizes and more! It’s the show you won’t Mindy Neveaux, 773-878-0981 x 222. www.inspirationcorp.org. 6464, [email protected]. www.sustainabilitypractitioner- want to miss! This event has sold out the past 5 five years! 28 Wednesday chicago2012.eventbrite.com. Reserve your space today! 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Drury Lane, Oakbrook Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Terrace. $800 for members, $1600 non-members. Special pricing Saturday Northwest Indiana, All American High School Basket- 3 available until 01/15/12. 847-827-8336. www.asachicago.org. ball Games. See the top high school basketball players in the American Cancer Society, Black & White Ball. More than 9 Friday country compete against each other on the floor which Jordan Landmarks Illinois, Legendary Landmarks Celebration 500 people are expected to attend and will consist of corporate Susan G. Komen for the Cure Chicago, Dancing with and Rose call home, the United Center. 2012 marks the 35th year 2012. sponsors, business leaders, underwriters and guests from a Chicago Celebrities. Similar to ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, The Legendary Landmarks Celebration is an elegant gala of the games, which raises money to benefit Ronald McDonald diverse cross-section of corporate partners, medical, banking, this dazzling event boasts six of Chicago’s hottest celebrities who whose proceeds are directed to help support crucial efforts to House Charities® of Chicagoland & NW Indiana. 6 p.m. girl’s health and legal companies. One of the premier suburban black- show off their newly-learned talent of ballroom dancing in a save threatened historic structures throughout the Chicago region game, 8:30 p.m. boy’s game. The United Center, Chicago. $10+. tie events of its kind, the event includes a pre-event reception and celebrity dance-off by performing a choreographed routine with and the state of Illinois. 5:30 p.m.reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four www.mcdonaldsallamerican.com. silent auction followed by dinner, a live auction and entertain- an Arthur Murray professional. 6 p.m. Hyatt Regency Chicago. Seasons Hotel Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. ment. 5:30 p.m. InterContinental Chicago O’Hare, Rosemont. $175. 773-444-0061. www.komenchicago.org. www.pjhchicago.com/landmarks. Corporate sponsorships begin at $5,000. Chris Hensley, 630- TBD 932-1151, [email protected]. 15 Thursday City Year Chicago, 13th Annual Ripples of Hope Awards www.acsblackwhiteball.com. 10 Saturday Dinner. The Ripples of Hope Dinner raises essential revenue Human Resources Management Association of Chica- Mar: 10-12: Connections for Abused Women and their directed to training diverse young leaders to serve as tutors, men- Hephzibah Children’s Association, Heart of Gold Gala. go, Human Resources Impact on the Business through Children, Sounds of Silence Gala Benefit. The black tie tors and role models – helping to build the high school gradua- Social Media. Cocktail hour, dinner, dancing and entertainment…all to help the optional event includes cocktails, a silent and live auction mys- Learn how to use social media to increase the tion pipeline. 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Chicago. Hephzibah Children’s Association’s programs for abused and tery wine raffle, followed by a seated dinner, and dancing. Adam impact of your HR strategies. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free for HRMAC $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. neglected children and at-risk families. Live and silent auctions. Street Partners will be honored at the event for its support of members, non-members call for information. 312-981-6790. www.pjhchicago.com/cityyear. Founded in 1897, Hephzibah has provided a safe, secure space agency services. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Hyatt Regency Chicago www.hrmac.org/events. for over 20,000 traumatized children in the Chicagoland area. Crystal Ballroom. $250 per ticket. Development Dept, Gilda’s Club Chicago, Uncorked: The Tasting Event. Chicago Marriott Downtown. 708-649-7140. www.hephzibah- 773-489-9081. www.cawc.org. Saturday Guests will enjoy appetizers, a variety of wines and have a chance home.org. 17 to enter a raffle for several items. Distributors will be on site pour- St. Patrick’s Day ing wines and will be available to answer any questions. All wines Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, Bridging the Great 11 Sunday available for sampling will also be available for purchase at the Divide. Les Turner ALS Foundation, Hope Through Caring 8 p.m. Lincoln-Way North Performing Arts Center, American Lung Association in Greater Chicago, Fight event. Proceeds from the event benefit Gilda’s Club Chicago, a Award Dinner. Frankfort. $30 to $50. IPO Box Office, 708-481-7774. www.ipo- for Air Climb at Presidential Towers. Join hundreds of indi- This night includes a reception, live and silent free support community for men, women, children, families and music.org. viduals and teams to climb 1, 2, 3 or all 4 of the Presidential auction, raffle, dinner and dancing. The highlight of the evening is friends touched by cancer. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. UBS Tower, Chicago. Towers! That’s a total of 180 floors and 2,340 steps. Or form a 4- the presentation of the Hope Through Caring Award. This award $45. 312-464-9900. www.gildasclubchicago.org. Lookingglass Theatre, 2012 gglassquerade. Each year, was established in 1988 to honor those whose commitment to the gglassquerade attracts Chicago’s corporate, cultural, and social person relay team and compete in Chicago’s only stairclimb relay challenge. This event benefits the American Lung Association in fight against ALS has helped raise funds for research, provide Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Shamrocks for Kids. Help elite. With the funds raised through gglassquerade, Lookingglass services for patients and their families, and increase public Mercy Home paint Chicago green during the month of March for advances its mission to develop new theatrical work and to share Greater Chicago and the fight for clean air and healthy lungs. 7 a.m. Presidential Towers, Chicago. $25 registration + $100 awareness. Four Season Hotel, Chicago. $500 preferred seat, Shamrocks for Kids. Sign up to be a Tag Days volunteer and help its techniques with underserved youth in the Chicago community. $350 general. 847-679-3311, [email protected]. us hand out our signature shamrock pins for donations. Chicago. This year’s gglassquerade will include a cocktail reception and fundraising. Heidi Hoffman, 312-781-1100. www.fightforair- climb.org. www.lesturnerals.org/events/hope-through-caring-dinner. Free. Suzanna Houtsma, 312-738-7551. silent auction, supper and live auction, and an after party with www.mercyhome.org/shamrocks-kids. music and dancing. 5:30 p.m. W Hotel—Chicago City Center. Common Threads, Black Tie Event Hosted by Gail Sim- Lycée Français de Chicago, Soirée: Nuit du Film Noir. A $2,500 per couple, tables $10,000, $15,000 and $25,000. Sarah mons. Guests will enjoy a multi-course dinner prepared by tribute to the cinematic era of the ‘40s. Guest of honor is His Gehrki, 773-477-9257 x116. celebrity chefs (last year included Marcus Samuelsson, Michelle Excellency François Delattre, France’s Ambassador to the United Please note that event information listed was submitted by States. Silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing. 6:30 p.m. Bernstein and Anita Lo), live music from celebrity talent (in 2011 individual organizations. While accurate at presstime, some Michael Johns performed an acoustic set) and a live auction. 100 Chicago Hilton and Towers. $300 per person. 773-665-0066 x24. organizations amend their event schedules throughout the www.lyceechicago.org. percent of the proceeds will benefit Common Threads’ Chicago year. Please contact organizations directly for the most after-school programs. 5 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. $1,000 current information. To submit events in the 2013 calendar, per person. www.commonthreads.org. please email [email protected].
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The Children’s Place Association, Once Upon a Marcy Newberry Association, Inc., 25th Annual Metro 2 Monday 15 Sunday Time...on Candy Island Gala. The event will raise much- Women’s Auxiliary Gala. This annual Marcy Newberry Asso- Autism Speaks, Light it up Blue. With your help, we will One Hope United, Blue Ribbon Event to Prevent Child needed funds for children and families affected by HIV/AIDs in ciation fashion extravaganza comes to you again! Watch our shine a bright spotlight on the public health crisis of autism and Abuse. An elegant Sunday afternoon at an historic mansion. Chicago and abroad. This year, Fifth Third Bank is being honored glamorous models take to the catwalk and enjoy a visual feast improve the future for everyone who struggles with the disorder. Includes luncheon, Lakes Area Swing Band, speaker and silent with the 2012 Chicago Champion for Children Award for the while having lunch. Proceeds benefit the mission of Marcy New- All Day. Autism Speaks—Chicagoland Chapter, Chicagoland and live auction. 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lehmann Mansion, Lake Villa. company’s continued dedication to helping children and families berry. 12 p.m. Georgio’s Banquets, Orland Park. $50. Rev. Mar- Area. Free. www.lightitupblue.org. $100. Laura Rowan, 847-245-6511. in the Chicago community. 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Union Station, garet Ann Williams, 312-829-7555. www.marcy- www.onehopeunited.org/blueribbon. Chicago. $350 per person. www.childrens-place.org/index.html. newberry.org/events0.aspx. 6 Friday Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Have Mercy! Join Mercy Midwest Regional Office for the US Fund for UNICEF, Home’s Junior Board for their annual spring gala—Have Mercy!, Message of Hope Gala 2012. Come support UNICEF’s life- Passover Begins 16 Monday bringing young professionals together for a night of dancing, saving programs and enjoy an exciting evening filled with fabu- Pioneer Center for Human Services, Survivor Sprint 5K. silent auction and a raffle to support the kids at Mercy Home. 8 lous entertainment and dancing, a gourmet dinner and live and Good Friday Benefiting Voice Sexual Assault, a division of Pioneer Center for p.m. to 12 a.m. Trump International Hotel & Tower, Chicago. $90. silent auctions offering extraordinary items from around the Human Services. McHenry. Jim Marrese, 312-738-7578. www.mercyhome.org/have-mercy. world. 6:30 p.m. Union League Club, Chicago. $350+. 8 Sunday www.unicefusa.org/about/regional/midwest-regional-office.html. Writers’ Theatre, 20th Anniversary Gala. As Writers’ The- Easter Wednesday 18 atre looks ahead, with ambitious artistic and institutional plans, OMNI Youth Services, An Evening of Laughs with Jay Human Resources Management Association of Chica- the 20th Anniversary celebration will be a keystone to strengthen Leno. OMNI is celebrating 40 years of providing counseling and 10 Tuesday go, Engaging the Workforce in a New Paradigm. CEO and ensure future endeavors. Among these is the hiring of the services for families. An Evening of Laughs with Jay Leno, with panel discusses strategies for workforce engagement. 7:15 a.m. award-winning Studio Gang Architects, led by Chicago’s own emcee Eric Ferguson from WTMX, promises a unique entertain- Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 11th Anniver- to 10 a.m. The Standard Club, Chicago. 312-981-6790. Jeanne Gang, FAIA, to design a new theatre in Glencoe. 5:30 p.m. ment experience as Jay makes a rare Chicago appearance. 6:30 sary Chicago Awards Dinner. Proceeds from this inspira- www.hrmac.org/events. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. $500 individual, tables $5,000- p.m. reception, 8 p.m. show. Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago. tional evening help support the Multiple Myeloma Research $20,000. Amber Bel’cher, 847-242-6012, abelcher@writersthe- $350-$500, includes hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. OMNI Youth Foundation’s mission to advance research that lead to the devel- atre.org. Services, 847-353-1500. www.omniyouth.org. opment of new treatments, and ultimately to cures of multiple 19 Thursday myeloma and other cancers. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four Chicago Botanic Garden, Antiques & Garden Fair Pre- American Cancer Society, Illinois Division, Discovery Seasons Hotel Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. view Evening. Enjoy priority shopping, beautiful indoor gar- 22 Sunday Ball 2012. The event has raised more than $10 million since it www.pjhchicago.com/mmrf. dens and sumptuous buffets and refreshments. 6 p.m. Chicago Earth Day began in 2007 to help create a world with less cancer and more Botanic Garden, Glencoe. $250+. 847-835-6944. www.chicagob- birthdays. More than 1,000 people are expected to attend and will Friday otanic.org/antiques. consist of corporate sponsors, business leaders, underwriters and 13 25 Wednesday guests from a diverse cross-section of Fortune 500 corporate, Chicago Architecture Foundation, 37th Annual Gala. The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, 10th Annual Catholic Theological Union, Blessed are the Peacemak- medical, banking, health, legal and accounting companies. 5:30 This annual gala is an enjoyable party with dinner, a fabulous Global Leadership Awards Dinner. The Global Leadership ers Annual Trustee Dinner. A celebration that raises critical p.m. to 1 a.m. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. Event sponsor- auction, dancing and live entertainment. Proceeds support the Awards Dinner pays tribute to three leaders – one local, one revenue for the education and formation of men and women ship begins at $25,000. 312.279.7213, Chicago Architecture Foundation’s mission and programming national and one international – whose efforts have made a posi- preparing for a life of service. This special evening supports them [email protected]. www.discoveryball.org. including the award-winning youth education initiatives which tive impact on our world. Funds generated enable the Chicago and the Catholic Theological Union’s effective programming reach over 36,000 students each year. The event is a priority for Council on Global Affairs to help our region respond to the chal- which opens interreligious dialogue and joins people from vari- SHORE Community Services, Inc., Spring Benefit. all who care about the rich architectural legacy of our city. 6:30 lenges of globalization and bring our voice to international dis- ous backgrounds together in common goals. 5:30 p.m. reception, Annual fundraising event with proceeds benefiting over 500 p.m. reception, 8 p.m. dinner. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. course. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Hilton Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312- children and adults with intellectual and other developmental $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. 553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/ctu. disabilities. Evening will include: a silent and live auction, www.pjhchicago.com/caf. www.pjhchicago.com/thechicagocouncil. entertainment, food and cocktails. Hilton Orrington, Evanston. Mary Matz, 847-982-2030 x21. www.shoreinc.org. Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Auxiliary Council’s Red School of the Art Institute of Chicago, The Walk 2012. 26 Thursday or White Ball. Don’t miss the premier event for Chicago’s The Walk 2012 supports the production of student work as well young philanthropists! The Red or White Ball is hosted by Step- as student scholarships, and honors SAIC’s prestigious Legend of Anixter Center, Soaring to Success. Diane Swonk, Senior 29 Sunday penwolf Theatre Company’s Auxiliary Council and features an Fashion Award recipient each year. The event begins with a cock- Managing Director and Chief Economist at Mesirow Financial, will be honored at Anixter Center’s 1st Benefit for Ability. Pro- Autism Speaks, North Shore Walk Now. Walk Now for exclusive VIP hour with Steppenwolf artists, a live DJ spinning tail reception that is followed by a spectacular runway show fea- Autism Speaks is a fun-filled, family friendly event and is our sin- your favorites, multiple open bars, delectable tasting stations and turing designs by students in SAIC’s internationally renowned ceeds support the more than 7,400 persons with disabilities who use Anixter’s services. 6 p.m. Winter Garden at Harold Washing- gle most powerful force to fund vital research that will lead us to an exciting silent auction. 7:30 p.m. VIP reception, 8 p.m. main fashion design program and concludes with an elegant post- the answers we need. Experience the power of thousands united event. Architectural Artifacts, Chicago. $250 VIP tickets, $135 show dinner. 6 p.m. Millennium Park, Chase Promenade North, ton Library, Chicago. $350. Amy Laboy, 773-929-8200 x270, [email protected]. by a single cause by joining Walk Now for Autism Speaks. individual, $115 early bird special through March 16, $150 at the Chicago. $500+. 312-499-4194. Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disorder in door—if available, $1,000 virtual table. 312-654-5681. the U.S. – we need more volunteers to join our fight. 8:15 a.m. Apr 19-20: The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence, Pioneer Center for Human Services, Pizza and Beer www.steppenwolf.org/rowb. registration, 9 a.m. opening ceremony. Chicago Botanic Garden, Certified Carbon Footprint Practitioner Workshop— Tasting. Annual event benefiting Autism Services. Nick’s Pizza, Glencoe. Free. www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/northshore. St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 18th Annual IEMA Approved. Enables participants to acquire the knowledge Crystal Lake. Four Stars Restaurant Extravaganza. The Drake, Chicago. necessary to design and sustain a carbon footprint strategy, Econ Illinois, American Dream Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Art Insti- March of Dimes, March for Babies. The March of Dimes’ 773-784-6704. www.stjude.org/fourstarschicago. manage reporting and also learn the tools and techniques to tute of Chicago. $300-$3,000. 815-753-0356. annual walk that brings thousands of families and corporations to create green products and services. April 19, 9 a.m. to April 20, Chicago’s Lakefront to raise funds and awareness for the charity’s 5 p.m. Chicago. $1,795 professional, $1,615 early bird. Louis Saturday mission of improving the health of babies. 8 a.m. Grant Park, 14 Christopher, 312-214-6464, [email protected]. 27 Friday Chicago. Courtney Schneider, 312-596-4727. www.marchforba- American Heart Association, Chicago Heart Ball. The www.carbonfootprint-practitionerchicago2012.eventbrite.com. Clearbrook, Shining Star Ball. Sparkle and shine at this stel- bies.org. American Heart Association will celebrate the 30th anniversary of lar black-tie gala. The evening will feature spectacular auction the Chicago Heart Ball in 2012. Since 1982, the Heart Ball has items, gourmet foods, lavish ball gowns and music by the Dan raised more than $12 million to support the AHA’s medical 20 Friday Hayes Orchestra. Proceeds benefit children and adults with dis- 30 Monday research projects, and education and community programs that Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, abilities. 7 p.m. Four Seasons Chicago. $500. Gloria Drake, 847- Ounce of Prevention Fund, “It’s Good Business to Invest fight heart disease and stroke. 6 p.m. Navy Pier, Grand Ballroom, Preview Gala. Be among the first to be amazed at this special 385-5012, [email protected]. www.clearbrook.org. in Young Children” Annual Luncheon. Keynote speaker Chicago. $750 per ticket. 312-476-6623. Gala Preview of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Wes Moore, best-selling author of “The Other Wes Moore.” The Chicago in the heart of the city. Proceeds from this extraordinary Court Theatre, Gala 2012. Court Theatre’s annual gala, the luncheon increases awareness in the business and philanthropic DuPage Children’s Museum, Champions For Children evening will support the hospital’s mission to provide preeminent theatre’s single largest fundraiser, is an elegant evening filled with communities of the importance of early childhood investments. Benefit Ball. An elegant spring benefit to raise critical funds for pediatric care to its patients. 6 p.m. reception, 8 p.m. dinner. Ann exciting performances by premier Chicago actors and singers, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hilton Chicago. Individual and corporate the Museum’s early learning programs. Festivities begin at 5:30 & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital, Chicago. $1,500. PJH & fine dining, and an auction. All proceeds support Court’s award- sponsorships start at $2,500, $150 individual reservations. p.m. and will include a silent auction, dinner, a live auction and Associates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/luriechildren- winning artistry and extensive outreach programs. 6 p.m. Ritz- 312-922-3863. www.ounceofprevention.org/luncheon. dancing. 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Hotel Arista at CityGate Centre, shospital. Carlton Chicago. $500+. Rebecca Silverman, 773-834-5293. Naperville. $300 per person. Rosie Sajak, 630-637-8000 x2500. www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org. Saturday The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Fall Please note that event information listed was submitted by 21 Circle of Knowledge. Through the Circle of Knowledge, our individual orgaizations. While accurate at presstime, some Les Turner ALS Foundation, Iron Horse 5K. This race runs The Bridge Youth & Family Services, A Night at "Place staff experts present on topics focusing on relationships, children organizations amend their event schedules throughout the through Elgin’s forest preserve, alongside Fitchie Creek, and de la Musique" Gala. A Night at Place de la Musique will be and family life that incorporate and highlight cutting-edge year. Please contact organizations directly for the most through crushed limestone, gravel, and pavement. The Iron Horse one to remember. Guests can tour the Sanfilippo Estate, known research findings in the field of family therapy. 11:30 a.m. to 2 5K is one of the Les Turner ALS Foundation’s two signature current information. To submit events in the 2013 calendar, for its collection of beautifully restored antique music machines. p.m. Private Club, Chicago. $45. Michelle Weil, 312-609-5300 events. Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve, Elgin. Kim McIver, 847- please email [email protected]. Evening includes cocktails and dinner, live and silent auctions. x480. www.family-institute.org. 679-3311. www.lesturnerals.org/events/run-4-als. 5:30 p.m. The Sanfilippo Estate, Barrington Hills. $175. Barbara Sipe, 847-485-3085. www.bridgeyouth.org. Muscular Dystrophy Association, A Toast To Life. Join 28 Saturday fight against ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) at A Toast to Life, annual Chicago Zoological Society, It’s A Wonderful Whirl. The event started by local family to take stand against the disease. The Cradle Foundation, Night of Promise. The 7th annual Women’s Board will host the 31st annual Whirl black-tie gala. Night of Promise includes a silent auction, raffle and gourmet Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, music and more. Proceeds bene- Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be held in one of the zoo’s ani- fit Augie’s Quest for ALS research. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Park West, food stations presented by some of Chicago’s remarkable mal exhibits followed by dinner and dancing in the Grand Tent. chefs/restaurateurs, an open bar, and an opportunity for private Chicago. $95 in advance, $115 at the door. MDA Regional Office, Proceeds from the Whirl will support the animals at Brookfield 630-960-1500. www.mdatoasttolife.com. discounted shopping in Abt Electronics’ showroom. 7 p.m. to 10 Zoo, as well as the Chicago Zoological Society’s conservation and p.m. Abt Electronics, Glenview. $90. Bonnie Krasny, 847-733- education programs. 6:30 p.m. Brookfield Zoo, Brookfield. $600 3234. www.cradlefoundation.org/nightofpromise. per person. 312-553-2000. www.czs.org.
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Autism Speaks, Chicago Walk Now. 8 a.m. registration, 1 Tuesday 7 Monday 9:30 a.m. opening ceremony. Soldier Field, Chicago. Free. 23 Wednesday Facing History and Ourselves, 21st Annual Chicago Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Spotlight Ball. 6 p.m. www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/chicago. Greater Chicago Food Depository, 6th Annual CANstruc- Benefit Dinner. 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Hyatt reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Hilton Chicago. $600. PJH & Associ- tion Chicago aCANemy Awards Gala. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friends of the Chicago River, Chicago River Day 20/20. Regency Chicago, Grand Ballroom. $500 per ticket, tables ates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/hubbardstreetdance. Merchandise Mart, Chicago. $25. 773-247-3663. www.chicagos- 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Different locations in Cook and Lake counties. $5,000+. Eleanor Perrone, 312-345-3232, eleanor_perrone@fac- foodbank.org/canstruction. Free. www.chicagoriver.org/events/chicago_river_day/sites. ing.org. www.facinghistory.org/chidinner. The Newberry Library, Annual Award Dinner. 6 p.m. The Newberry Library, Chicago. Jo Anne Moore, 312-255-3556. The Illinois Humanities Council, The 2012 Public Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, A Night at the Opera. 8 May 1-31: Les Turner ALS Foundation, Tag Days. These Humanities Award Benefit Luncheon. 12 p.m. Chicago. p.m. Lincoln-Way North Performing Arts Center, Frankfort. $30 to locally organized fundraising drives can be found at intersections, $175. www.prairie.org/programs/public-humanities-award. $50. 708-481-7774. www.ipomusic.org. shopping malls, train stations and other places around the com- 9 Wednesday munity. The genius of Tag Days is that it requires little more than ACG Chicago, 3rd Annual Healthcare M&A Conference. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, Forget-Me-Not Thursday a yellow vest, a can for donations, and two hours or more from a The Standard Club, Chicago. 877-224-6389. Brunch & Fashion Show. 10 a.m. The Meadows Club, Rolling 24 willing volunteer. It may not seem like much, but it adds up. www.acgchicago.com/events/default.aspx. Meadows. $75 adult, $40 child. Ed Newton, 847-635-4656. Big Shoulders Fund, 25th Anniversary Dinner. 6 p.m. Chicagoland. [email protected]. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Hilton Chicago. $500. PJH & Associ- http://www.lesturnerals.org/events/tag-days/. Chicago Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Con- Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois, Wish Ball. 6 p.m. ates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/bigshouldersfund. struction Industry Dinner Show. 6 p.m. Hyatt Regency University of Illinois at Chicago Forum, Chicago. $500, $10,000 Music Institute of Chicago, 82nd Anniversary Gala. 5:30 Chicago, Chicago. Sponsorship levels vary. Kevin Wilson, 312- premium tables. Debbie Purcell, 312-602-9424. www.wishes.org. The Chicago Lighthouse, Seeing What’s Possible Annu- p.m. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. $600 per person. 847-448- 421-8800 x231. www.chicagobsa.org/construction. al Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. $350 to 8327. www.musicinst.org. Pioneer Center for Human Services, 3rd Annual Sleep $500. 312-997-3679. www.chicagolighthouse.org. The Chicago Lighthouse, Sweets for Sight. 5:30 p.m. to Out for Shelter. Immanuel Lutheran Church, Crystal Lake. 8:30 p.m. Redhead Piano Bar, Chicago. $45 each or 10 for $350. 2 Wednesday 312-997-3679. www.chicagolighthouse.org. Ravinia Festival, Gala Benefit Evening. 5 p.m. Ravinia 28 Monday NorthShore University HealthSystem, The 16th Annual Festival, Highland Park. $750, tables sold at tiered prices from Memorial Day Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center Lun- Perspectives Charter Schools, 15th Annual Benefit. $7,500 to $50,000. 847-266-5045. cheon: Living Your Best Life. 10:30 a.m. silent auction, 5:30 p.m. The Westin Chicago River North, Chicago. $250 per www.ravinia.org/GalaBenefit.aspx. 11:45 a.m. lunch. Highland Park Country Club. $75. 847-926- individual, $5,000 per table. Diana Shulla-Cose, 312-604-2104. 31 Thursday 5003, northshore.org/mrw. www.northshore.org/mrw. www.pcsedu.org. Ravinia Festival, Music Matters 2012. 6:30 p.m. The Erie House, Future of Promise 2012 Annual Awards Din- Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. $225 per person, early bird ner. 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Hyatt Regency, Chica- The Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation, The Sixth Thursday table $2,000. 847-266-5089. go. $300. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. Annual Chicago Medical Briefing Luncheon. 11:30 a.m. 10 www.ravinia.org/MusicMatters.aspx. www.pjhchicago.com/eriehouse. The Casino, Chicago. $150. 888-944-4408, mail@ryanlichtsang- Chicago Academy for the Arts, A Taste for the Arts/30th bipolarfoundation.org. www.ryanlichtsangbipolarfoundation.org. Anniversary Gala. 6:30 p.m. performance; 7:30 p.m. dinner. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Family Focus, 35th Anniversary Gala. 6 p.m. Four Seasons Harris Theater and Millennium Park Terrace, Chicago. Free per- Northwest Indiana, Big Mac Under Glass. 6 p.m. cocktails Hotel Chicago. $350. Katie DeWitt, 312-421-5200 x149. May 2-9: Pioneer Center for Human Services, Adoles- formance; dinner tickets start at $350. 312-421-0202. and silent auction, 7:30 p.m. dinner. The Aragon Ballroom, www.family-focus.org. cent Allies Art Show. Dole Mansion, Crystal Lake. www.chicagoartsacademy.org. Chicago. $375 per person. 630-623-2105. www.ronaldhouse- chicago.org. Jewish United Fund, TIP-Financial Services, Marketing Chicago Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Metals & Media and Real Estate & Building Trades Divisions. 3 Thursday Industry Dinner Show. 6 p.m. Hyatt Regency Chicago. Victory Gardens Theater, Spring Gala 2012. 6:30 p.m. Hyatt Regency Chicago. Free with a gift to the 2012 JUF annual The Guild of the Chicago History Museum, 200 Million Sponsorship levels vary. Kevin Wilson. 312-421-8800 x231. $350, sponsorships ranging from $5,000—$25,000. Brittany campaign. Robyn Gottlieb, 312-357-4961. Reasons to Celebrate Women. 10:30 a.m. Chicago History www.chicagobsa.org/metals. Barnes, 773-328-2146. www.victorygardens.org. Museum, Chicago. $200. Wendy Schiller, 312-799-2113. Designs for Dignity, 13th Annual Spirit Award. 6 p.m. to TBD Jewish United Fund, TIP-High Tech, Educators and 10 p.m. Venue One. $175 per ticket, $125 in advance. Jennifer 13 Sunday Chicago Consular Corps, 2012 Ball. 6 p.m. reception, 7 Medical Professionals Division. Chicago Hilton. Free Sobecki, 800-351-6354. www.designsfordignity.org/events. Mother’s Day p.m. dinner. Hilton Chicago. $350. PJH & Associates, 312-553- with a gift to the 2012 JUF annual campaign. Robyn Gottlieb, 2000. www.pjhchicago.com/ccc. 312-357-4961. HOPE Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Art Auction. 5:30 p.m. Floating World Gallery, Chicago. $80. Beth 18 Friday Digital Megaphone, 4th Annual Social Media Masters SGA Youth & Family Services, Team Up With SGA— Rottman, 312-926-0199. www.hope-chicago.org. May 18-19: Clearbrook, Jelly Belly Days. 7 a.m. to 6:30 Summit. Connect and share cutting-edge social media best 2012 Annual Benefit. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Soldier Field, Chica- p.m. All over Chicago and suburbs. Free. Janis Edelheit, 847- practices with top Marketing leaders from big brands, influential Jewish United Fund, Spring Event. Chicago Hilton. $365 go. 312-663-0644. 385-5008, [email protected]. www.clearbrook.org. bloggers and agency contacts. You’ll walk away with actionable minimum gift to 2012 JUF annual campaign. Fara Cardelli, 312- tips you can use right away at the office. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Chica- May 3-4: Midwest Business Group on Health, 32nd 357-4879. go. $200+. www.digitalmegaphone.com. Annual Conference. 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mid America Club, 19 Saturday Chicago. www.mbgh.org. Special Olympics Chicago, Sip and Savor. 5:30 p.m. to Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, 12th Annual 8:30 p.m. Britten Chicago. $65. www.sochicago.org. Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, 23rd Annual Art of Caring. 6:30 p.m. Knollwood Country Club, Chicago Epilepsy Walk. 8 a.m. Montrose Harbor, Chicago. www.epilepsychicago.org. 4 Friday U.S. Green Building Council—Illinois Chapter, 10th Lake Forest. $175. 847-782-4115. Metropolitan Family Services, DuPage Gala. Signature Anniversary Celebration. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Greenhouse Loft, Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, Epilepsy Walk. Chicago. Pam Jackson, 312-245-8300 x204. www.usgbc-illi- Children’s Oncology Services Inc, Campfire Ball. Venue Events at Seven Bridges. $150. Rachael Kemnic, 312-986-4172. One, Chicago. 312-924-4220. www.onestepcamp.org 8 a.m. Danada Forest Preserve, Wheaton. nois.org. www.epilepsychicago.org. National Hellenic Museum, Spring Ball. May 10-30: 2012 Greater Chicago Food Depository, 6th Starlight Children’s Foundation Midwest, Annual Gala. Union Station, Chicago. $350. 312-655-1234. 6:30 p.m. The Standard Club Ballroom, Chicago. $350 per per- Friends of the Chicago River, Chicago River Summit. Annual CANstruction Chicago. Merchandise Mart, Chicago. Downtown Chicago. www.chicagoriver.org/events/river_sum- Free. 773-247-3663. www.chicagosfoodbank.org/canstruction. son, $3,500 per table, sponsorships available. www.starlight-mid- Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Butterfly Ball 2012. 6 west.org/midwest/events. mit. p.m. Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago. $600+. 312- 553-2000. www.naturemuseum.org/butterflyball. Friday Friends of the Chicago River, McCormick Bridgehouse 11 20 Sunday & Chicago River Museum’s Season Opening. 10 a.m. to 5 Art Institute of Chicago, Annual Woman’s Board Gala— Wilmette Historical Museum, Architectural Housewalk. p.m. McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum, Chica- 5 Saturday Preview of the Roy Lichtenstein Exhibition. 6:30 a.m. go. $4 per ticket. reception, 8 p.m. dinner. Art Institute of Chicago-Modern Wing, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wilmette Historical Museum, Wilmette. $40 for Advocate Christ Medical Center & Advocate Hope Chil- museum members, $50 for non-museum members. 847-853- Chicago. $1,500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. Little City Foundation, Runway Exclusive 2012. www.lit- dren’s Hospital, Salute 2012. 5:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. Soldier 7666. www.wilmettehistory.org. Field, Chicago. $350 per individual, $3,000 per table. Margo www.pjhchicago/artinstitute.com. tlecity.org/fashion. Cusic, 708-684-3764, [email protected]. www.advocatehealth.com/salute. Association of Fundraising Professionals Chicago 21 Monday Magellan Development Group and the Northwestern Chapter, 36th Annual Philanthropy Awards Luncheon. Brain Tumor Institute, 2012 Chicago Spring Half El Valor, Don Quixote Dinner. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Hilton Chica- Steppenwolf Theatre Company, 2012 Gala Benefit. 6:30 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hilton Chicago. Gail Brooks, 630-416-1166. Marathon and 10K. The Park at Lakeshore East, Chicago. Half go & Towers. $300, sponsorship packages available. www.elval- p.m. performance, 7 p.m. dinner. Steppenwolf Theatre Company, www.afpchicago.org. Marathon—$60, 10K—$45, Junior Dash (kids 2-12)—$15 in or.org/save_the_date_el_valors_2012_don_quixote_dinner_pro Chicago. $1,000 individual tickets, $10,000-$25,000 tables, advance and $20 race day. Jamal Bowleg, 312-926-4530. mises_be_very_special_event. $30,000+ sponsorships. 312-654-5632. Lincoln Park Conservancy, Glass House Gala. 6 p.m. The www.chicagospringhalf.com. www.steppenwolf.org/gala. Park Hyatt Chicago. $250 to $500+ sponsorship opportunities available. 773-883-7275. www.lincolnparkconservancy.org. Ravinia Festival, Reach for the Stars Golf Outing. 12 Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, 2nd Annual Ele- p.m. Green Acres Country Club, Northbrook. Hole sponsorships United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, Live United 5K vating Entrepreneurship Benefit. 5 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. $5,000+. 847-266-5020. www.ravinia.org/GolfOuting.aspx. Run/Walk. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. $25. Beth Saturday dinner. Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. $500. PJH & Esler, 630-645-6343. www.uw-mc.org/event/live-united-5k-run- 12 Associates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/nfte. walk. Alliance Francaise Womens’ Board, Bal Magique du Tuesday Maroc. 6:30 p.m. cocktails and silent auction, 8 p.m. dinner. 22 Four Seasons Hotel—Grand Ballroom, Chicago. $5,000 per table Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Leader Council Gradu- 6 Sunday of 10, $600 per ticket. 312-337-1070. www.af-chicago.org. ates’ Luncheon. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hilton Chicago. $150. Holly Allen, 312-738-8332. www.mercyhome.org/graduates- Chicago House, 25th Annual Spring Brunch & Fashion luncheon. Show. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Harold Washington Library Winter Alzheimer’s Association, Chicago Rita Hayworth Gala. Garden Ballroom, Chicago. $175 to $250. 773-248-5200 x303. 6:30 p.m. Chicago Hilton. $500+ per person, $5,000 for tables. www.chicagohouse.org. 312-335-5216. www.alz.org/galas/chicago/.
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The Night Ministry, Lighting Up The Night Awards Din- 1 Friday ner and Auction. Join The Night Ministry in celebrating the 15 Friday 26 Tuesday Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, Summer Ball. This black contributions of outstanding community partners and volunteers. The Auxiliary Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospi- Harris Theater for Music and Dance, Paris Opéra Ballet tie event attracts over 600 of Chicago’s civic and business lead- All proceeds directly benefit Chicago’s homeless youth and tal, Summer Lovin’ 2012. Funds raised will support research Opening Gala. The full 154-member company makes its first ers. This event is known as one of the best parties in the city of adults. 5:30 p.m. Four Seasons Chicago. $325. Christy Prassas, and therapies for stroke patients at Northwestern Memorial Hos- American performance in more than a decade. Following the Chicago, raising over $1 million each year for the Boys & Girls 773-506-6023. pital. The festive event, co-hosted by Chicago magazine, intro- performance, guests will enjoy cocktails, an elegant three-course Clubs of Chicago. 6:30 p.m. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. duces the city’s 20 most outstanding singles, as featured in the dinner, and dancing in a magnificent tent located in Millennium $600 per ticket, $6,000 table. Rebecca Waite, 312-235-8029, 9 Saturday magazine’s July issue. 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Museum of Contem- Park’s Chase Promenade. 6 p.m. reception, 9 p.m. dinner. Harris [email protected]. www.bgcc.org. porary Art, Chicago. $85 General Admission, $105 VIP. Elizabeth Theater for Music and Dance, Chicago. $1,500. PJH & Associ- DIFFA Chicago, 2012 Believe Garden Gala. A splendidly McKevitt, 312-926-4199. www.summerlovin.net. ates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/harristheater. Lincoln Park Zoo, ZOO-OLOGIE. Mix it up at this hip cocktail organic farm-to-table dining experience and silent auction book- party at Chicago’s most exotic locale—Lincoln Park Zoo! Delight ended by the cocktail hour, dancing and desserts. This annual Pioneer Center for Human Services, Moonlight & River North Business Association, River North Chal- in delectable taste temptations from Chicago’s best restaurants as black-tie gala celebrates DIFFA Grantees and benefits Chicago Music. Music & gourmet picnic under the stars in a country lenge. Teams of four will travel through River North and locate mixologists create cool libations. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Lincoln Park area service agencies that provide direct service, education and club setting! Crystal Lake Country Club, Crystal Lake. checkpoints. At each stop, teams will complete either a mental or Zoo, Chicago. $95 before May 1, $110 after May 1, $125 at the outreach to those living with HIV/AIDS. Marriott Chicago Down- more physical challenge to earn a passport stamp and earn prize door (if available). 312-742-2163. town. $500 per ticket. 312-644-6412. tickets. The more prize tickets you collect, the greater your www.diffachicago.org/believe. 17 Sunday chances are to win! Ticket price includes food, beverages and an Metropolitan Family Services, Metropolis. A summer Father’s Day after party! 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. River North, Chicago. $40. kickoff event for young professionals featuring an evening of Housing Opportunities for Women, HOW Very Gala Din- 312-645-1047. cocktails, dinner, dancing, a silent auction and raffle. Presented ner and Auction. This annual gala dinner and auction benefits by Metropolitan’s Metro Board. Gallery 1028. Rachael Kemnic, Housing Opportunities for Women whose mission is to empower 18 Monday 312-986-4172. women, children and families to break the cycle of poverty and Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation, 21st Annual 28 Thursday homelessness. Highlights include silent and live auctions, Play for the Cure Golf Outing. Enjoy a round of golf and Donors Forum, 38th Annual Luncheon. The Luncheon celebrity emcee, hors d’oeuvres and dinner, client recognition and support breast cancer research at one of Illinois’ most exclusive offers all nonprofits, grantmakers, consultants, and advisors the 2 Saturday featured speaker. 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Field Museum, golf clubs. 11 a.m. Onwentsia Golf Club, Lake Forest. opportunity to learn about critical issues facing the region, state, Friends of Prentice, Gala. Our annual black tie gala is Chicago. $250. Kim Christensen, 773-465-5770 x253 or kchris- www.lynnsage.org. country, and sector. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hyatt-Regency, attended by more than 800 business, community and civic lead- [email protected]. www.how-inc.org/howvery/index.html. Chicago. $90. 312-578-0090. ers. Our annual gala is our principal means of raising significant United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, 4th Annual Golf philanthropic funds to support the new Prentice. 5:30 p.m. Navy Shedd Aquarium, Annual Gala. This annual black-tie gala Classic & Celebration. Join South-Southwest Suburban Unit- Pier Grand Ballroom, Chicago. $500 per ticket. Beth Rottman, furthers the aquarium’s core mission by supporting more than ed Way for a day of golf and celebration! During cocktail hour, we TBD 300,000 students who learn about aquatic environments and con- 312-926-0199. www.friendsofprentice.org. will also have a Celebration Event featuring our top corporate Civic Federation, Annual Awards Luncheon. This annual servation at Shedd. 6 p.m. Shedd Aquarium, Chicago. Katie partners in the Southland region. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Silver Lake luncheon honors the outstanding civic contributions of individual Clark, 312-692-2713. www.sheddaquarium.org. Marwen, Paintbrush Ball 2012. A one of a kind evening with Country Club, Orland Park. $150 per golfer, $450 per foursome. citizens and Chicago-area institutions while raising revenue to dinner, dancing, and auctions gives guests a glimpse into the cre- Jessica Plechaty, 708-371-1328. help the Civic Federation’s efforts to maximize the quality and ativity and passion behind Marwen’s free visual arts programs. 6 11 Monday www.uw-mc.org/event/4th-annual-golf-classic-celebration-event. cost-effectiveness of government services in the Chicago region p.m. to 12 a.m. Marwen, Chicago. $350 per ticket. www.mar- and state of Illinois. 11:30 a.m. Chicago. $300. PJH & Associ- Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras, The Whole in One wen.org. ates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/civicfed. Outing. This day of competitive golf benefits CYSO’s music edu- 22 Friday cation and training programs, including its Music Pathways pro- Chicago Botanic Garden, Summer Dinner Dance. The Gilda’s Club of Chicago, Agents of Hope Awards Dinner. 4 Monday gram in Chicago Public Schools, while providing a great net- black-tie soirée begins with cocktails on the Esplanade, followed A truly inspirational night supporting this life-changing organiza- Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Annual Gala. This special working opportunity for the Chicago business community. All day by an intimate dinner dance. 7 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden, tion, where those impacted by cancer can go to gain essential evening will draw five hundred of the city’s civic and cultural event. Hilton Indian Lakes Resort, Bloomingdale. Sponsorships Glencoe. 847-835-6944. social, emotional and informational support to supplement med- leaders to CST’s breathtaking home on Navy Pier, where they will available. Sarah Rutherford, 312-939-2207 x25. ical care. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel enjoy a whimsical night filled with sumptuous cuisine, theatrically www.cyso.org/supporcyso/thewholeinoneouting/tabid/221/default Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. inspired décor and living art installations. 5:30 p.m. reception, .aspx. 23 Saturday www.pjhchicago.com/gildasclub. 7 p.m. dinner. Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Insti- Clearbrook, Women’s Golf Classic. “Swing” on by for a day Chicago. $1,000. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. tute of Chicago, A Summer Evening with Reese Wither- Gilda’s Club Chicago, Gildapalooza. Enjoy live music, food, of pampering on the golf course including mimosas, martinis, www.pjhchicago.com/cst. spoon. Witherspoon received worldwide attention with the box drinks and have the chance to enter a raffle for prizes. Proceeds massages and more! This unique 18-hole golf event is for ladies office hits Legally Blonde and Sweet Home Alabama, and became from the event benefit Gilda’s Club Chicago, a free support com- only. 11 a.m. shotgun start. Kemper Lakes, Kildeer. $250. Alla legendary when she won the Oscar for Best Actress in a Lead munity for men, women, children, families and friends touched by Ioffe, 847-385-5009, [email protected]. www.clearbrook.org. 5 Tuesday Role for her unforgettable performance as June Carter Cash in cancer. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. $45. 312-464-9900, Jewish United Fund, TIP Lawyers & Government Agen- [email protected]. www.gildasclubchicago.org. The Cradle Foundation, The Cradle Classic. Join over 100 Walk the Line. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. $400- cies Divisions. JUF’s annual trades, industries and professions fellow golfers at North Shore Country Club for a day at an elite, $1,000, tables: $5,000-$50,000. Joel Mangers, 312-846-2072. networking and fundraising event. Hyatt Regency Chicago. Free March of Dimes, Construction and Transportation Lun- private, course for The Cradle’s 12th annual golf tournament. www.siskelfilmcenter.org. with a gift to the 2012 JUF annual campaign. Robyn Gottlieb, cheon. An awards luncheon that honors local leaders in the con- 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. North Shore Country Club, Glenview. $600 312-357-4961. Metropolitan Family Services, Jazz at the Met. This event struction and transportation industries. Audience of 700 leaders per player, $2,400 per foursome, $100 for reception only. features an afternoon filled with jazz and blues, live and silent from real estate development, construction, transportation, gov- Bonnie Krasny, 847-733-3234. www.cradlefoundation.org/golf. auction items, a raffle and buffet with Southern-style dishes. Pro- ernment and civic organizations. 12 p.m. March of Dimes, Chica- 6 Wednesday ceeds help Metropolitan Calumet provide a wide variety of pro- go. $250. Shannon McCahill, 312-596-4716. www.mar- Chicago History Museum, 18th Annual Making History 14 Thursday grams to more than 8,000 individuals and families in Chicago’s chofdimes.com/illinois. Awards. This important evening pays tribute to the positive and Greater Roseland community. Metropolitan Family Services Chicago Dramatists, Blue Moon Ball. This annual gala will enduring impact of some of our city’s extraordinary leaders while Calumet Center. Rachael Kemnic, 312-986-4172. Metropolitan Planning Council, 2012 Annual Luncheon. pay tribute to 20 years of playwriting workshops for young writers supporting the Chicago History Museum’s innovative programs. This luncheon provides an excellent opportunity to invite busi- in Chicago Public Schools, increasing literacy, and encouraging 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Chicago. NorthShore University HealthSystem, Evanston & Glen- ness or personal associates who share your interests in develop- creativity. 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Galleria Marchetti, Chicago. $500 individual tickets, sponsorships available. PJH & Associ- brook Hospitals’ 40th Annual Gala: Latin Nights, City ing, promoting and implementing sound regional growth and a $150+. 312-633-0630 x16. ates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/chicagohistory. Lights. Guests will enjoy dinner, dancing, silent and live auc- globally competitive metropolitan area. 11 a.m. reception, 12 p.m. www.chicagodramatists.org/blue_moon_ball. tions and more at this gala. Proceeds support visionary medical luncheon. Hyatt Regency Chicago. $150. PJH & Associates, 312- Friends of the Chicago River, Big Fish Ball. The summer research at NorthShore. 6:30 p.m. Hilton Chicago Grand Ball- 553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com. Illinois Eye-Bank, Summer Soirée. Join the Illinois Eye- evening festivities along the Chicago River downtown include ele- room. $350 per ticket, additional sponsorship levels available. Bank for a cocktail reception, open bar and fine dining experience gant outdoor dining, wild river guests, and river centric specta- 847-570-5041, [email protected]. Little City Foundation, Book Fair. Be one of the first of thou- at their annual Summer Soiree. Maime Walton will be honored cles. A boat cruise to a fireworks show completes the evening. www.northshore.org/gala. sands of shoppers to pick from the best collection of hundreds of with the 2012 Person of Vision award recipient. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. gala, 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. boat ride. Merchan- thousands of new and gently used books in nearly 60 subject cat- The Peninsula Hotel Grand Ballroom, Chicago. 312-706-6751. dise Mart’s Riverside Drive, Chicago. $325+ individual ticket, egories. In addition to bargain books, the Little City Book Fair will www.illinoiseyebank.org. table sponsorships $3,500+. 24 Sunday have an extensive collection of CDs, DVDs, comic books and col- lectors books. Prices range from 50 cents to $5, except for col- UCAN, 13th Annual Youth Leadership Awards Dinner. The Cradle Foundation, Day at the Races. Place your bets Human Resources Management Association of Chica- lector books. www.littlecity.org/bookfair. This inspirational dinner raises critical revenue to support UCAN’s while also enjoying a silent auction, raffle, buffet luncheon, drinks go, Growing Your Cadre of Leaders. CEO panel discusses scholarship program. Guests will also have the opportunity to and refreshments. Day at the Races is a family friendly event and succession planning and leadership development. 7:15 a.m. to 10 Women’s Business Development Center, 13th Annual meet the kids helped by UCAN and recognize the extraordinary children of all ages are welcome. 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Arling- a.m. The Standard Club, Chicago. 312-981-6790. Child Care Business Expo. An informative, resource-packed accomplishments of some very determined young people. 5:30 ton Park Racetrack, Arlington Heights. $90 for adults, $45 for kids www.hrmac.org/events. one-day conference offering new and established home-based p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. 4-11, kids under 3 years old free. Bonnie Krasny, 847-733-3234. www.cradlefoundation.org/races. and center-based child care entrepreneurs an energizing and $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. inspiring day of reflection and action for their businesses within 7 Thursday www.pjhchicago.com/ucan. the context of the volatile nature of today’s economy. Chicago. Alliance for the Great Lakes, Taste of the Great Lakes. 25 Monday 312-853-3477. www.wbdc.org. Evening includes fabulous locally-sourced buffet with wine, beer Aspire, Classic Golf Tournament. This event features a bar- and signature cocktails. Live blues band and a live and silent becue lunch, 18 holes of amazing golf with cart, cocktails, gour- Please note that event information listed was submitted by auction round out the evening. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Columbia Yacht met dinner, prizes and auction. Proceeds to benefit vital services individual orgaizations. While accurate at presstime, some Club, Chicago. $125 members, $150 non-members, $75 jr. phi- for adults with developmental disabilities. 10 a.m. check-in, 11 lanthropist under 30. 312-939-0838. a.m. lunch, 12 p.m. shotgun start. Butterfield Country Club, Oak organizations amend their event schedules throughout the www.greatlakes.org/taste2012. Brook. Susan Clark, 708-547-3550 x3558. year. Please contact organizations directly for the most current information. To submit events in the 2013 calendar, please email [email protected].
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Lambs Farm, 28th Annual Golf Day in Memory of Jack 4 Wednesday Stein. This annual golf event features two shot gun starts, golfer 25 Wednesday 28 Saturday Independence Day gifts, lunch, cocktail reception and a great round of golf at Thun- Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, 15th Shedd Aquarium, BLU. Chicago’s brightest young philan- derHawk Golf Club. ThunderHawk Golf Club, Beach Park. $400 Annual Golf Invitational. Kick off the day with a shotgun thropic leaders turn out to BLU to support Shedd’s education and per ticket, $1,600 per foursome, sponsorships available. Nikki start, lunch and beverages on the course and contest holes for conservation initiatives. 7 p.m. Shedd Aquarium, Chicago, Katie 9 Monday Bonamarte, 847-990-3733. entertainment. Afterwards, enjoy a cocktail reception and steak Clark, 312-692-2713. www.sheddaquarium.org. Chicago Baseball Cancer Charities, All-Star Invitational dinner with live and silent auctions. Proceeds go to Family Golf Outing. In addition to an 18-hole round of golf at the beau- 20 Friday Services Programs. 7:30 a.m. breakfast and open driving range, tiful TwinOrchard Country Club, patrons enjoy a breakfast buffet, 10 a.m. shotgun start. Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, Lemont. 31 Tuesday lunch, cocktail hour, silent auction and the Hallmark Awards Din- Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, Lawn Ball. All proceeds Foursomes range from $2,000-$3,500. 312-948-6797. Jul 31-Aug 1: Midwest Business Group on Health and ner. 8:30 a.m. Twin Orchards Country Club, Long Grove. $700. will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, which has been www.catholiccharities.net/golf. Pharmacy Outcomes Specialists, 6th Annual Pharmacy Beth Rottman, 312-926-0199. www.chicagobaseballcc.org. an anchor of hope, stability, and opportunity in the often chaotic Benefits Academy. 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Westin O’Hare, lives of Chicago’s youth for over 100 years. BGCC is one of the Rosemont. www.pharmacybenefitsacademy.com. largest youth serving, non-profit organizations in Chicago, serv- 26 Thursday 13 Friday ing over 10,000 young people through its after-school Clubs. Jul 26-29:The Newberry Library, 28th Annual Book Fair. Lincoln Park Zoo, Zoo Ball “The Great CATSby.” Inspired 6:30 p.m. The Saddle and Cycle Club, Chicago. $325 per ticket, Join us for Chicago’s most popular used book binge. Browse TBD by the black-and-white 1949 film, this color sequel will be the $3,250 per table. Rebecca Waite, 312-235-8029, through more than 110,000 used books in 70 categories. Prices Friends of the Chicago River, Flatwater Classic. A wild ultimate summer party, reminiscent of the grounds of a mansion [email protected]. www.bgcc.org. are right, and admission is free. The Newberry Library, Chicago. and scenic six-mile paddle on the North Branch of the Chicago in the Hamptons. Guests are immersed in an elegant outdoor set- Free. www.newberry.org/newberry-book-fair. River provides people of all experience levels with a view of our ting for a black-tie evening of cocktails, entertainment, dancing, 23 Monday woods and river and new perspectives on the issues that face this and gourmet dining. 6:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. Lincoln Park Zoo, wonderful resource. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Starting at the Willow Road Chicago. $600 per ticket, $6,000 table. 312-742-2296. Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, 18th 27 Friday Dam in Winnetka to the Linne Woods in Morton Grove. Corporate Annual Charities Golf Classic. This annual event will start American Cancer Society, Illinois Division, Skyline heats $1,500+, $35 for individual paddlers. with lunch and a shotgun start for the golfers. A cocktail reception Soiree. Since its inception in 2007, the Associate Board of www.chicagoriver.org/events/flatwater_classic/registration. 17 Tuesday will be followed by dinner, jazz entertainment and live and silent Ambassadors has raised more than $850,000 to support the The Chicago Bar Foundation, Pro Bono & Public Service auctions. Proceeds benefit Catholic Charities Lake County Ser- Society’s mission of helping people stay well and get well by find- SHORE Community Services, Inc., 18th Annual Golf Awards Luncheon. The awards presented at the Pro Bono & vices. 11 a.m. lunch, 12 p.m. shotgun start. Knollwood Country ing cures, and fighting back. The evening will include cocktails, Outing. Enjoy 18 holes of golf with a cart, dinner and a raffle Public Service Awards Luncheon honor lawyers from a broad Club and Shoreacres Golf Course, Lake Forest. Foursomes range heavy hors d’ oeuvres, a silent auction, and other activities. 7 available with great prizes. Proceeds to benefit over 500 children cross-section of the legal community whose passion for serving from $4,000-$5,000. 847-782-4115. p.m. Chicago. 312-279-7213, [email protected]. and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Mary others is reflected in their extraordinary commitment to the ideals skylinesoiree.org. Matz, 847-982-2030 x21. www.shoreinc.org. Jul 23-24: Association of Fundraising Professionals of equal justice. These awards also serve to build awareness of Chicago Chapter, Fundamentals of Fundraising. Chicago. the impact our collective efforts can have in the lives of Chicago’s 630-416-1166. www.afpchicago.org. most vulnerable residents. 11:30 a.m. reception, 12 p.m. lunch- eon. The Fairmont Hotel, Chicago. $75. Karen Hamilton, 312- 554-8020, [email protected]. www.chicagobarfounda- tion.org/pro-bono-a-public-service-awards-luncheon.
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1. Perspectives Charter Schools, Annual College for Certain Benefit, March 2011 2. Facing History and Ourselves, 20th Annual Chicago Benefit Dinner, March 2011 3. Steppenwolf Theatre, Red or White Ball, April 2011 4. Cradle Foundation, Night of Promise, April 2011 5. Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation, Chicago Medical Briefing Luncheon, May 2011 3 6. Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center, Luncheon, May 2011
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3 Friday 12 Sunday 18 Saturday 23 Thursday Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation, 22nd Annu- Fry Family YMCA, Golf Outing. This golf outing is hosted by AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Dance for Life. Join the fight The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at al Benefit. Benefit supports the Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Tommy Nevin’s Irish Pub and benefits the Fry Family YMCA’s against HIV/AIDS at the 21st annual Dance for Life benefit. Watch Evanston & Glenbrook Hospitals, American Craft Expo- Program whose mission is to help people with physical disabili- promise to the community to turn no one away for the inability to as Chicago’s premier dance companies unite at the largest per- sition Benefit Preview Party. Mark your calendars for this ties achieve self-esteem and independence through sailing. 6:30 pay. Proceeds help children and families who are less fortunate formance-based AIDS fundraising event in the Midwest. Proceeds impressive juried exposition of handcrafted works of art which p.m. Chicago. $225. Steve Hopkins, 312-644-3200. partake in programs that promote self esteem, self worth and benefit the AIDS Foundation of Chicago and the Dancers’ Fund in gives guests the opportunity to appreciate and purchase the work healthy habits. 12 p.m. Tamarack Golf Club, Naperville. $160 per the fight to end this disease. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. reception, 7:30 p.m. of more than 150 master craftspeople from across the country. person, $640 per foursome. www.golfinvite.com/tommynevin- performance. Chicago. $175 to $500. 312-558-1770. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Henry Crown Sports Pavilion, Evanston. 7 Tuesday symca. www.danceforlifechicago.org. $125. 847-570-5095, [email protected]. Crisis Center for South Suburbia, Dianne Masters Cup. Golf outing to benefit women and children who are victims of Pioneer Center for Human Services, Kroozers Cars for domestic violence. 7:30 a.m. Silver Lake Country Club, Orland 13 Monday Kids. Classic cars on display benefitting Youth Service Bureau, a TBD Park. $150. www.crisisctr.org. Little City Foundation, 49th Annual Invitational Golf division of Pioneer Center for Human Services. Downtown Wood- Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, 12th Annual Tournament. We invite you to join us for a great day of fun, golf stock on the Square, Woodstock. Tee Off for Camp Blackhawk. The golf outing will benefit and the opportunity to assist Little City Foundation in raising nec- Camp Blackhawk, the Foundation’s week-long summer camp for 10 Friday essary funds to support children and adults with intellectual and kids and teens with epilepsy. This year, the camp hosted 60 Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & developmental disabilities. Twin Orchard Country Club, Long 20 Monday campers ages 6-18. “Tee Off for Camp Blackhawk” is a scramble Northwest Indiana, Macy’s Passport Presents Glamora- Grove. www.littlecity.org/lci. The Bridge Youth & Family Services, The Peter D. Cun- format outing with prizes for the top team, a raffle, and many on- ma. An evening filled with high fashion and fierce performances neen Memorial Golf Classic. The annual golf outing features course contests, including “Golf Ball Gun,” “Scattered Flags,” and all to create an unforgettable night for over 3,000 guests in atten- a putting contest, a buffet lunch, 18 hole scramble format tourna- “Money Bags.” 12:30 p.m. Ruffle Feathers Golf Club, Lemont. dance. Immediately following the fashion show is an over-the-top ment, followed by a cocktail reception, carving stations dinner Registration fee. www.epilepsychicago.org. post party at Macy’s on State Street. Enjoy guest DJ’s, compli- Please note that event information listed was submitted by and prizes, benefiting The Bridge Youth & Family Services. 12:30 mentary cocktails, appetizers along with fun surprises created individual orgaizations. While accurate at presstime, some p.m. shotgun start. Inverness Golf Club, Inverness. $425. Barbara around the ever-changing theme of the event. 8 p.m. The Chicago organizations amend their event schedules throughout the Sipe, 847-485-3085. www.bridgeyouth.org. Theatre (fashion show), Macy on State Street (post-party), year. Please contact organizations directly for the most Chicago. $50 to $1,000. Christina Thomas, 630-623-2309. current information. To submit events in the 2013 calendar, www.ronaldhousechicago.org. please email [email protected].
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1. Music Institute of Chicago, 81st Anniversary Gala, May 2011 2. School of the Art Institute of Chicago, The Walk, May 2011 3. Ravinia Festival, Music Matters, May 2011 4. Steppenwolf Theatre, Gala Benefit, May 2011 5. SGA Youth and Family Services, 100th Anniversary Gala, May 2011 6. Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Have Mercy!, May 2011 7. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana, Big Mac Under Glass, May 2011 8. Friends of the Chicago River, Chicago River Day, May 2011
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Susan G. Komen for the Cure Chicago, Race for the Northwestern Brain Tumor Institute, 4th Annual Minds 3 Monday 11 Tuesday Cure Chicago. Join 10,000 breast cancer advocates, survivors Matter Benefit Dinner. Featuring food, cocktails, a live auc- Labor Day One Hope United, Charity Golf Outing to Prevent Child and volunteers at the 16th annual Race for the Cure in downtown tion, and entertainment. 6 p.m. Aqua Radisson Blu Hotel, Chica- Abuse. Charity golf outing to benefit child abuse prevention pro- Chicago. Participate in the 5k or 10k run, 5k walk or 1 mile fun go. $300 per ticket, sponsorships starting at $1,000. Cathy May, grams.Golfing is at two courses, Shepherds Crook in Zion and walk. Funds raised go directly to providing lifesaving education, 312-503-0764. www.braintumorinstitute.org. 7 Friday Bonnie Brook in Waukegan. Many corporate golfers are involved screening and treatment programs in the local community. 6:30 American Heart Association, West Suburban Heart Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, 11th in this 22nd annual event. Fee includes golf, lunch and dinner a.m. Downtown Chicago. $45 runners, $40 walkers, $30 for kids Walk. A non-competitive, three-mile walk that includes teams of Annual Gala of the Arts. At this unique black tie optional art 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Bonnie Brook Golf Course, Waukegan. 17 and under, free for volunteers. 515-771-6158. heart disease and stroke survivors, employees from local compa- show and sale, guests will enjoy cocktails, an elegant dinner and $225. Laura Rowan, 847-245-6511. www.komenchicago.org. nies, and friends and family members of all ages. 8 a.m. to 11 entertainment in the historic Grand Ballroom of Navy Pier, pro- www.onehopeunited.org/golf. a.m. Free. 312-346-4675. www.metrochicagoheartwalk.org. ceeds supporting Catholic Charities’ Emergency Assistance Pro- 23 Sunday Aspire Children’s Services, Beautiful Children Fashion grams. 6 p.m. Navy Pier Grand Ballroom, Chicago. $250. 312- Show. A fashion show where we celebrate the successes of chil- 655-7912. www.galaofthearts.com. 15 Saturday Susan G. Komen for the Cure Chicago, Race for the dren who receive services at Aspire Children Services. The day Alliance for the Great Lakes, Adopt-a-Beach™ Event. Cure Lombard. Join breast cancer advocates, survivors and includes lunch, raffles and silent auction. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join thousands of people caring for Lake Michigan and the other volunteers at the 3rd annual Race for the Cure in Lombard. Chicago Marriott, Oak Brook. Susan Clark, 708-547-3550 x3558. 8 Saturday Great Lakes. Volunteers remove trash, monitor water quality and Participate in the 5k or 10k run, 5k walk or 1 mile fun walk. Funds raised go directly to providing lifesaving education, Adler Planetarium, 2012 Celestial Ball. The annual Celes- share their findings. Part of the International Coastal Cleanup. The Cradle Foundation, The Cradle Ball. Since 1995, this tial Ball is an elegant gala and a highlight of the autumn season. Dates and time vary depending on location. Beaches and shore- screening and treatment programs in the local community. 6:30 a.m. Yorktown Shopping Mall, Lombard. $45 runners, event has raised more than $3.6 million to help The Cradle create Guests will enjoy fine cuisine, dancing and an auction with pro- lines on Lake Michigan and all the Great Lakes. Free. This is a and sustain families through adoption. The Cradle has helped ceeds directed to the Planetarium’s effective science education volunteer event. Katie Larson, 312-939-0838 x222. www.great- $40 walkers, $30 for kids 17 and under, free for volunteers. 515-771-6158. www.komenchicago.org. thousands of children from around the world find loving homes, programs. 6 p.m. reception, 8 p.m. dinner. Adler Planetarium, lakesadopt.org. therefore, it is with pleasure that we gather together on this night Chicago. $600. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. to celebrate and raise awareness and funds to support adoption. 6 www.pjhchicago.com/adler. Sunday 25 Tuesday p.m. to 11 p.m. The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. $325. Bonnie Krasny, 16 847-733-3234. www.cradlefoundation.org/ball. Les Turner ALS Foundation, Walk4Life. The Les Turner Autism Speaks, Ride for Autism Speaks. Come out and Yom Kippur ALS Walk4Life is one of the world’s largest ALS gatherings, with join hundreds of bikers to fill the streets with leather and chrome March of Dimes, Jonas Salk Health Leadership Awards. thousands of walkers gathering each year. In its nine-year history, and raise much-needed funds for autism research and awareness. 30 Sunday the Walk has raised over $6 million. Walkers organize into An awards luncheon that honors leaders in the healthcare indus- 8:30 a.m. registration, 10:30 a.m. ride. Wild Fire Harley-David- American Heart Association, Northwest Suburban Heart fundraising teams, demonstrating hope, courage and community try. Audience of 300 medical professionals and administrators. 12 son, Villa Park. $25. www.ride.autismspeaks.org. Walk. A non-competitive, three-mile walk that includes teams of in support of their loved ones. Montrose Harbor, Chicago. 847- p.m. Union League Club, Chicago. $150. Courtney Schneider, heart disease and stroke survivors, employees from local compa- 679-3311. www.lesturnerals.org/events/als-walk-4-life. 312-596-4727. www.marchofdimes.com/illinois. Monday nies, and friends and family members of all ages. 8 a.m. to 11 17 a.m. Free. 312-346-4675. www.metrochicagoheartwalk.org. 9 Sunday Rosh Hashanah 27 Thursday Common Threads, Four Corners of the World. Attendees Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & TBD will brunch their way through Asia—enjoying traditional dim 20 Thursday Northwest Indiana, Bagpipes & Blues. Elegant food mixed with Chicago culinary favorites will be offered, surrounded by the Pioneer Center for Human Services, Pedal for PADS. sum, an Asian market, live entertainment, silent and live auction Chicago Children’s Advocacy Center, Guys Night Out. sounds of Chicago Blues music and Scottish bagpipes. Enjoy a Annual bike-a-thon benefiting McHenry County PADS, a division among other festivities. 100 percent of the proceeds benefit Guys Night Out for the Kids brings together 400+ men from all premium bar, participate in a world-class auction, and support of Pioneer Center for Human Services. Moraine Hills State Park, Chicago after-school programs. The Peninsula, Chicago. 312- backgrounds for an evening of networking, food and fun. The these two magnificent charities. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Field McHenry. 329-2501 x209. www.commonthreads.org. evening is held in memory of Mike Fitzgerald, former Business Museum, Chicago. 630-623-8366. Manager of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Metropolitan Family Services, Day with Dad. This event Friends of Prentice, 2012 Chicago Half Marathon. Chica- www.magnificentmoments.org. Local 134 and a founding Board member of the Chicago Chil- features an on-field parade, raffle for the first pitch of the game, t- go’s premier 13.1 mile, half marathon race on Chicago’s dren’s Advocacy Center. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Carmichael’s Steak- shirts, posters and tickets to a Chicago White Sox game. U.S. lakeshore. Money raised through our race team will support house, Chicago. $100. Kate Nelson, 312-492-3755. Friday Cellular Field. Rachael Kemnic, 312-986-4172. Prentice Women’s Hospital. 7 a.m. Chicago. $500 fundraising 28 goal through FOP. Jamal Bowleg, 312-926-4530. www.friendsof- Women’s Business Development Center, 26th Annual American Heart Association, Metro Chicago Heart Walk. A non-competitive, three-mile walk that includes teams of Polo Life and 100 Club, Chicago Beach Polo. Men’s and prentice.org/run-for-prentice.shtml. Entrepreneurial Woman’s Conference. The oldest and women’s teams will compete in World Cup play along with V.I.P. largest women’s business conference in the country. 8 a.m. to 7 heart disease and stroke survivors, employees from local compa- nies, and friends and family members of all ages. 11 a.m. Grant suites, social tents, pop-up shops, fashion shows and more to p.m. McCormick Place-West, Chicago. $250 until Aug. 31, 2012, benefit the 100 Club of Chicago. North Avenue Beach, Chicago. 10 Monday $300 thereafter. 312-853-3477 x240. www.wbdc.org. Park, Chicago. Free. 312-346-4675. www.metrochicagoheart- walk.org. $250 VIP passes (two-day), $150 each (one-day/Saturday or Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, Josh Sycks Memor- Sunday), includes dining and bar, $25 general admission. 773- ial Golf Outing. Tee off at LSSI’s annual golfing event to benefit 580-9726. www.chicagobeachpolo.com. the agency’s substance abuse treatment center in Elgin. 10:30 22 Saturday a.m. Eagle Brook Country Club, Geneva. $250 per ticket. Ed New- Chicago Botanic Garden, Harvest Ball. The Guild of the ton, 847-635-4656. www.LSSI.org. Chicago Botanic Garden begins this black-tie affair with a cocktail reception and silent auction followed by dinner and a live auction that features domestic and international vacation packages. 6 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe. $550+. 847-835-6830.
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Susan G. Komen for the Cure Chicago, Pink Tie Gala. 1 Monday 16 Tuesday The second annual gala will honor the next class of Komen TBD Midtown Educational Foundation, Reach for Excellence Association of Fundraising Professionals, 17th Midwest Chicago Pink Tie Guys, an elite group making a difference in the Casa Central, 2012 Annual Awards Dinner. During our Awards Dinner. Annual event benefiting Midtown Educational Conference on Philanthropy. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donald E. fight against breast cancer. 773-444-0061. 12th Annual Benefit Dinner, we will recognize individuals from the Foundation, which helps close the achievement gap for Chicago’s Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont. $300 members, $350 www.komenchicago.org. corporate, church and community sectors who have made major low-income urban youth ages 8 to 18. 5:30 p.m. cocktails, 6:30 non-members. Gail Brooks, 630-416-1166. www.afpchicago.org. impacts in the communities we serve. We will have a Corporate p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Chicago. $5,000+ tables. PJH & 23 Tuesday Partner Award, Community Builder Award, and a Faith–in-Action Associates, 312-553-2000. Award. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $500. Ann Alvarez, 773-645-2330. 17 Wednesday ACG Chicago, Midwest ACG Capital Connection.® The Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation, Fall Benefit Midwest ACG Capital Connection is the premier gathering of Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center, 2012 Momentum 2 Tuesday Luncheon. Join us for a captivating keynote address from a middle-market M&A professionals. Executives from private equity Awards Dinner. This is a great opportunity to network with your River North Business Association, OctoberFeast. This famous personality affected by breast cancer. The event will also firms, investment banks, senior/mezzanine leaders & other key peers while supporting the economic growth of our city. Proceeds tasting tour of places to eat and drink in River North will show- mark the 5th year of Purse-Sue the Cure, a silent auction of 100+ advisors participate. McCormick Place—West Building, Chicago. from the dinner support the Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center’s case some of the best restaurants and bars in the area. Participat- new and collectible, designer, unique handbags. Hilton Towers, 877-224-6389. www.acgchicago.com/events/default.aspx. mission to help promising entrepreneurs build high-growth, sus- ing venues will provide their specialty food items, along with a Chicago. www.lynnsage.org. tainable companies that serve as platforms for economic develop- Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, 2012 Chicago specialty drink, with the evening topped off with an After Party— ment and civic leadership for the Chicagoland area. 5:30 p.m. Dinner. The Chicago Dinner is an inspirational evening which all included in the ticket price. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. River North, reception, 7 p.m. dinner Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312- benefits the families of the most gravely wounded by providing Chicago. $50. www.octoberfeastchicago.com. 18 Thursday 553-2000. wwwpjhchicago.com/cec. college scholarships for their sons and daughters. Your commit- Winnetka Community House, Antiques + Modernism ment will honor marines by educating their children. 6 p.m. Winnetka Benefit Preview Party. Esteemed dealers from Providence St. Mel, 2012 Celebration. The Celebration reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. $1,000. 7 Sunday across the country will showcase fine examples of American, dinner raises important scholarship funds which give even more PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/mcsf. Friends of Prentice, 2012 Bank of America Chicago British, French and Asian antiques, as well as pieces from the kids the chance to experience Providence St. Mel School’s chal- Marathon. 26.2 mile race across the city of Chicago hosted by Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century design lenging and supportive learning environment. 5:30 p.m. recep- Bank of America. Part of the World Marathon Majors. 45,000 par- movements. The exhibition and sale will offer furniture, silver, 27 Saturday tion, 6:30 p.m. dinner. Hyatt Regency, Chicago. $500. PJH & ticipants annually. Money raised through our race team will sup- ceramics, jewelry, garden antiques, lighting, rugs, textiles, fine Associates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/psm. American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Sci- port Prentice Women’s Hospital. 7 a.m. Jackson Park, Chicago. and folk art, architectural artifacts and even more. 6:30 p.m. to ence, Annual Midwest Region Gala Dinner. The ACWIS is $750 fundraising goal through FOP. Jamal Bowleg, 312-926- 9:30 p.m. Winnetka Community House. $125. 847-446-0537. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & a community of people who support the Weizmann Institute of 4530. www.friendsofprentice.org/run-for-prentice.shtml. www.thewinnetkashow.com. Northwest Indiana, Pulling for the House. Teams compete Science in Rehovot, Israel, one of the world's top ranking multi- with 20 members to pull an empty semi-truck, a fire truck, and a disciplinary research institutions, which researches new ways to full semi-truck in the shortest time possible. Bring your family, 8 Monday 19 Friday fight disease and hunger, protect the environment and enrich our friends and supporters to cheer on your team and enjoy a fun- lives. Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park. 312-861-7752, Columbus Day Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce, Evening with filled day at the festival all to support Ronald McDonald House www.weizmann-usa.org. Friends Awards Gala. This event is the Chamber’s largest and Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. 8 a.m. registra- most successful fundraiser. Every year we highlight small, minor- tion, 9:30 a.m. first team Challenge McDonald’s Plaza, Oak Brook. 12 Friday ity and female-owned businesses making differences within the 29 Monday Teams of 20 members raise $4,000 leading up to the event. Gilda’s Club Chicago, Night of a Thousand Noogies. The communities that they serve. 7 p.m. Millennium Knickerbocker Rachel Kunz, 630-623-2105. www.ronaldhousechicago.org. Chicago Human Rhythm Project, JUBALEE. Gala benefit in event will feature original scenes and songs through improvisa- Hotel, Chicago. an elegant, intimate setting supports performances, education and Rush NeuroBehavioral Center, 16th Annual Awards Din- tion that honor Chicago’s finest celebrity characters. Guests will community programs produced by the world’s first presenter of ner. enjoy a one-of-a-kind improv comedy show, raffle, silent auction Openlands, 2012 Annual Luncheon. Join more than 700 Enjoy this inspirational evening that helps Rush NeuroBe- American tap and contemporary percussive arts. Cocktails, per- and drinks. Proceeds from the event benefit Gilda’s Club Chicago, guests at Chicago’s largest gathering in the conservation commu- havioral Center provide the best care and services to children, formances, dinner. 5:30 p.m. Jay Pritzker Pavilion Stage, Chica- a free support community for men, women, children, families and nity to celebrate the greening of our region – from one-lot city teens and young adults who live with brain-based academic, go. $150, $175, $250, $500 per person. 773-281-1825. friends touched by cancer. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Park West, Chicago. parks to large-scale nature preserves. 11 a.m. reception, 12 p.m. behavioral and social learning impairments. 6 p.m. reception, 7 www.chicagotap.org. $75 to $125. Nadia Garcia, 312-464-9900. www.gildasclubchica- luncheon. Fairmont Chicago. $100 to $150. 312-863-6250. p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. $500. PJH & Associ- go.org. www.openlands.org. ates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/rnbc. 31 Wednesday YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, Heart of the Matter 14 Sunday 20 Saturday Halloween Leader Luncheon 2012. The Leader Luncheon has been a Chicago tradition for nearly 40 years. It draws representatives Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 34th Annual Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Ringside for Mercy’s from corporate, private and social service sectors and offers a Ron Santo Walk to Cure Diabetes. Walks are scheduled on Sake. Enjoy an evening of fine dining, dancing, auctions, and great chance to salute the achievements of our honorees while the Chicago Lakefront, as well as Libertyville, Schaumburg, Palos the highlight of the event, boxing bouts between employees of the supporting the critical work of YWCA Metropolitan Chicago. Hills, Peoria and Lisle. Money raised will go to JDRF and finding financial industry’s leading firms. 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. Chicago Mar- riott. $250 per person. Mary Anne Leonard, 312-738-9247. 11:30 a.m. Chicago. $300. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. a cure. Event times vary by walk location. Chicago, Libertyville, www.pjhchicago.com/ywca. Schaumburg, Palos Hills, Peoria and Lisle. 312-670-0310. www.mercyhome.org/ringside. www.jdrfillinois.org/walk.
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1. Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago, Summer Ball, May 2011 2. Metropolitan Family Services, Metropolis, June 2011 3. Friends of the Chicago River, Big Fish Ball, June 2011 4. Illinois Eye Bank, Summer Soiree, June 2011 5. Cradle Foundation, The Cradle Classic, June 2011
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La Rabida Children’s Hospital, Friends of La Rabida 3 Saturday 17 Saturday TBD Awards Benefit. This enjoyable night helps La Rabida Chil- The Gateway for Cancer Research, Cures 2012. The The Chicago Bar Foundation, 16th Annual Fall Benefit. The American Ireland Fund, 28th Annual Chicago Din- dren’s Hospital assist children with lifelong medical conditions, event helps fund innovative research for new treatment options for Bring the family and join us for a fun, casual evening at the ner. Enjoy a bit of the tradition of the old country at this fun Irish providing them the care that allows them to reach their full poten- today’s cancer patients. Includes dinner, live auction and enter- Museum of Science & Industry. Guests will enjoy a buffet dinner, celebration. The Chicago Dinner is the cornerstone of the Ameri- tial. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel, tainment. 6 p.m. Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park. $500. open bar, live music, special children’s activities, a huge silent can Ireland Fund’s work in the U.S. and an important part of local Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. 847-342-7450. www.demandcurestoday.org/events. auction and access to the museum’s many popular exhibits. 6:30 outreach efforts. 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons www.pjhchicago.com/larabida. p.m. to 10 p.m. The Museum of Science & Industry, Chicago. Hotel, Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. Little City Foundation, Little City Annual Dinner Gala. $85 adults, $35 children 12 & under. Karen Hamilton, 312-554- www.pjhchicago.com/aif. For over 50 years Little City has been engaging and supporting 6 Tuesday 8020, [email protected]. individuals, families and communities with a commitment to Election Day www.chicagobarfoundation.org/fall-benefit. Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, The Black and White Ball. All proceeds will go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, attaining a greater quality-of-life for Illinois’ most vulnerable citi- which has been an anchor of hope, stability, and opportunity in zens. Through the hard work of our staff and the support of our 8 Thursday 18 Sunday the often chaotic lives of Chicago’s youth for over 100 years. donors, we will continue to provide leading-edge programs and innovative services to individuals with autism and other intellec- Human Resources Management Association of Chica- Lincoln Park Conservancy, The Holiday Express. Espe- BGCC is one of the largest youth serving, non-profit organiza- tual and developmental disabilities. www.littlecity.org/annualgala. go, SUMMIT 2012. Chicago-area’s largest annual event for HR cially for families with children under ten. Preview the Conserva- tions in Chicago, serving over 10,000 young people through its after-school Clubs. 8 p.m. The Hard Rock Hotel, Chicago. $125 professionals. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rosemont Convention Center. tory’s amazing electric toy trains and holiday flower displays Chil- Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 2012 Amicus Cer- per ticket. Rebecca Waite, 312-235-8029, [email protected]. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org/events. dren activities: decorating train engineer’s hat, storytelling and tus ("True Friend") Celebration. This event will honor an www.bgcc.org. more…kiddie menu and adult libations and fare. 5:30 p.m. to 9 individual or organization for its significant contributions to the p.m. The Lincoln Park Conservancy, Chicago. $59 adults, $19 Sunday Brain Research Foundation, 3rd Annual Discovery Din- human community. Previous honorees include the late Ill. Sen. 11 children, under age two free. 773-883-7275. www.lincolnpark- Paul Simon and former U.S. AG Janet Reno. 6 p.m. $175 per Veteran’s Day conservancy.org. ner. This Discovery Dinner is an important evening that plays a pivotal role in the Brain Research Foundation’s ability to fulfill its ticket. Ed Newton, 847-635-4656. www.lssi.org. mission to advance research that focuses on brain-based disor- St. Jude, Dream a Little Dream Fashion Show. The March of Dimes, Signature Chefs Auction of Chicago. Thursday ders. Event proceeds support neuroscience research and educa- Dream a Little Dream fashion show and luncheon celebrates St. 22 Gala event that consists of an evening of guests sampling the sig- tional programs that change lives for the better. 6 p.m. reception, Jude Children’s Research Hospital, one of the premier pediatric Thanksgiving nature dishes of 25 of Chicago’s finest chefs. Over 600 guests will 7 p.m. dinner. Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. 500. PJH & Associ- cancer research centers. 10 a.m. doors open, 11 a.m. reception, sample various cuisines and wines, as well as have an opportuni- ates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/brf. 12 p.m. luncheon, 2 p.m. fashion show Donald E. Stephens ty to bid on silent and live auctions for travel sports, entertain- Convention Center, Rosemont. $100 per ticket, $1,000 per table, 29 Thursday Chicago Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Distin- ment and dinner packages. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Chicago. $250. Vick- $1,800 per dream table. [email protected]. www.stjude- AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Run & Walk Chicago. With ie Thornley, 312-596-4720. www.marchofdimes.com/illinois. fashionshow.com. your participation, AFC can continue as a local and national guished Citizens Luncheon. This event provides supporters of the Chicago Area Council a little inspiration to go with their leader in the fight against HIV/AIDS and support more than 150 Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, Cheers! for Mercy. The lunch. Motivational speakers from around the country have been Chicagoland HIV/AIDS service organizations whose work is so night promotes Mercy Home to young professionals who can Monday keynote speakers at this event. 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Hyatt Regency, 12 invaluable to this cause. 8 a.m to 12 p.m. Soldier Field, Chicago. serve as mentors to our kids. Chicago. $40. Jim Marrese, 312- Chicago. $350. Kevin Wilson, 312-421-8800 x231. Pathways.org, 28th Anniversary Celebration. Proceeds $35 to $50 registration fee. 312-334-0946. www.aidsrunwalk.org. 738-7578. www.mercyhome.org/cheers-mercy. are used to advance research in early infant milestones, secure www.chicagobsa.org. Pathways Center’s place as a leading pediatric clinical research Chicago Botanic Garden, All Aboard! The Woman’s Board center of excellence and post-graduate training center, and give of the Chicago Horticultural Society presents this holiday party in Chicago Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, LaSalle Street After Hours. The famous LaSalle Street Dinner Dance Please note that event information listed was submitted by Pathways.org the ability to reach even more families who need and amongst the Garden’s indoor holiday exhibition, Wonderland individual organizations. While accurate at presstime, some their help. 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner Four Seasons Express. 6:30 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe. 847-835- was rebranded in 2011 to rave reviews. The new platform brings out movers and shakers of the financial district in support of the organizations amend their event schedules throughout the Hotel, Chicago. 500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. 6944. year. Please contact organizations directly for the most www.pjhchicago.com/paf. Chicago Area Council. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Chicago. $400. Kevin AIDS Foundation of Chicago, World of Chocolate. Wilson, 312-421-8800 x231. www.chicagobsa.org. current information. To submit events in the 2013 calendar, This event supports grantmaking, policy and public education please email [email protected]. 15 Thursday programs for people living with HIV/AIDS. 5 p.m. Hilton, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, 2012 Daniel H. Chicago United, The 9th Annual Changing Color of Chicago. $100. Rhet Lindsay, 312-334-0935. Burnham Award Dinner. The Daniel H. Burnham Award Din- Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner. This www.aidschicago.org. ner salutes a distinguished leader in our community who recog- annual dinner and conference is the preferred forum for business nizes the crucial link between civic engagement and a strong leaders, diversity professionals, and minority business owners business environment. Proceeds help the Chamber promote valu- throughout the Chicago region to discuss strategies that energize able initiatives focused on economic growth, a fair and competi- corporate leaders and create organizational change. 12 p.m. to tive tax climate, improvement of our educational system and the 8:30 p.m. Hilton, Chicago. $75-$400. 312-977-3060. www.chica- quality of our workforce. 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner go-united.org. Hilton, Chicago. $500. PJH & Associates, 312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com/chicagolandchamber.
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1. Alliance for the Great Lakes, Taste of the Great Lakes, June 2011 2. Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Evanston & Glenbrook Hospitals, Gala, June 2011 3. Museum of Contemporary Art, remixed/reimagined, June 2011 4. Cradle Foundation, Day at the Races, June 2011 5. Aspire Children's Services, Aspire Classic Golf Tournament, June 2011
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1 Saturday 7 Friday 8 Saturday 25 Tuesday Metropolitan Family Services, Holiday Celebration. A Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, 23rd Hanukkah Christmas black-tie affair featuring a cocktail reception, live and silent auc- Annual Spirit of Saint Nicholas Ball. Join His Eminence tions, a wine raffle with select vintages, and much more. Event Francis Cardinal George for our memorable black-tie event that Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 33rd Annual proceeds support Metropolitan’s various programs and services is in many ways the formal kick off to Chicago’s holiday season. JDRF Chance of a Lifetime Gala. Guests will enjoy a dinner 31 Monday for children and families. Rachael Kemnic, 312-986-4172. Support the Children’s Programs of Catholic Charities with package, the city’s largest silent auction and a headlining musical New Year’s Eve cocktails, dinner and dancing. 6:30 p.m. The Hilton, Chicago. performance. Guests can also participate in a live auction, featur- $400. 312-948-6797. www.catholiccharities.net/stnick. ing an exciting array of travel and other luxury prizes. JDRF is the 2 Sunday world’s largest charitable funder and advocate of type 1 diabetes Please note that event information listed was submitted by Beacon Therapeutic Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Pioneer Center for Human Services, 7th Annual Holiday research. 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. McCormick Place Lakeside individual orgaizations. While accurate at presstime, some 19th Annual Holiday Dinner. This esteemed fundraiser bene- Luncheon and Book Review. Annual event featuring a literary Ballroom & Arie Crown Theater, Chicago. $375+. 312-670-0313. organizations amend their event schedules throughout the fitting Beacon’s Shelter Outreach Services (SOS) program will dramatist, luncheon and raffles. D’Andrea Banquets, Crystal Lake. www.jdrfillinois.org/gala. year. Please contact organizations directly for the most dazzle guests with a night of delicious food, open bar, impressive current information. To submit events in the 2013 calendar, silent auction, raffles, romantic carriage rides throughout the please email [email protected]. beautiful Beverly neighborhood and caroling by Mother McAuley Acapella Choir. 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Longwood Campus, Chicago. $60 per ticket. www.beacon-therapeutic.org.
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