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Tuesday January 01, 2008 - Wednesday December 31, 2008
Give Blood! Lifesource, Chicagoland's Blood Center, is the primary source for blood products and services for Northeast Illinois. Lifesource serves as the lifeline between a healthy donor and the patient in need. You can make a difference in someone's life by donating blood. Details are at Lifesource.
Where: Location: Other
Tuesday January 01, 2008 - Wednesday December 31, 2008
Life Goes On - Illinois Secretary of State Organ Donation Give the gift of a lifetime. Become an organ donor. Organ and tissue transplants offer patients a new chance at healthy, productive, normal lives and return them to their families, friends and communities. You have the power to change someone's world by being a donor. It's about living. It's about life.
To find out more information about being an organ donor visit Life Goes On.com.
Where: Location: On Air Event Only
Tuesday January 01, 2008 - Wednesday December 31, 2008
Metropolitan Family Services Metropolitan Family Services has been at the heart of Chicago and its suburbs for more than 150 years, encouraging family strengths and investing in a comprehensive range of programs and services that help families through difficult times. The Metropolitan Family Services mission is to provide and mobilize the services needed to strengthen families and communities.
To find out more about the Metropolitan Family Services of Chicago visit Metro Family.org.
Where: Location: On Air Event Only
Friday May 23, 2008 - Sunday January 04, 2009
'Nature Unleashed' Exhibit at Field Museum Experience nature's dramatic power at the Field Museum. From earthquakes to tornadoes, get inside natural disasters and discover how nature's forces shape our planet. See 'Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters' at the Field Museum until January 4, 2009. More information is available at Field Museum or by calling 312-922-9410.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Friday May 23, 2008 - Sunday December 07, 2008
Chicago @40: The Band and Its City The Chicago History Museum presents a special exhibit: 'Chicago @40: The Band and Its City.' Chicago is one of the most successful U.S. pop/rock and roll bands of all time. To honor their 40th anniversary, museum curators teamed up with the band to create this commemorative installation. The display includes objects and materials drawn from the band's archive, recording their remarkable history. This exhibit runs until December 7. The Chicago History Museum is located at 1601 N. Clark St. For more information about the Museum and this exhibition, call 312-642-4600 or visit
Chicago History Museum.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Monday June 09, 2008 - Tuesday September 30, 2008
ACORN is Helping Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure Call the non-profit group ACORN at 773-205-4161 to get help avoiding foreclosure. ACORN Housing is one of the most successful, HUD-certified, foreclosure prevention agencies in the country. Their expert counselors will help you figure out your options and work to get your lenders to make needed adjustments to keep you in your home.
Where: Location: Other
Friday June 13, 2008 - Friday September 12, 2008
New Movie Series Coming to Greenbelt Cultural Center Family-friendly movies will be featured this summer at the Greenbelt Cultural Center near North Chicago during their 'Movies on the Lawn' series. The movies will be shown outdoors on the Cultural Center lawn from 7-10pm on the second Friday of each month from June through September. For more information, call 847-968-3477 or visit Lake County Forest Preserves.
Where: Location: Lake County - IL
Friday July 11, 2008 - Wednesday October 15, 2008
Uninsured Women Eligible for Free Cancer Screenings The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings and low-cost treatment for uninsured women over 35, regardless of income. Screenings cost nothing and could save you everything. More information at Cancer Screening Illinois or phone 888-522-1282.
Where: Location: Other
Wednesday July 30, 2008 - Wednesday October 01, 2008
Free Training for Woodworkers Greater West Town Training Partnership is a non-profit, state certified, nationally accredited vocational school that serves the community by preparing low-income adults for careers in Woodworking through intensive full-time, day-time, hands-on, no-cost training, then placing the graduates in full-time jobs with benefits. The Woodworking Training Program is currently accepting applications for training starting mid-September. Apply now by calling 312-563-9570 or visit Greater West Town's Woodworkers Program for more information.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Wednesday July 30, 2008 - Wednesday October 01, 2008
DuPage Senior Citizens Council Needs Volunteers Over 1,500 seniors in DuPage County rely on the DuPage Senior Citizens Council for nutritious meals each day. Volunteers are urgently needed to deliver meals Monday-Friday betweeen 10:30am and 12:00 noon. Routes take about an hour and driving directions are provided. Volunteer daily, weekly or as a substitute. Call 630-620-0804 or email volunteer@dupageseniorcouncil.org to get started.
Where: Location: DuPage County
Wednesday July 30, 2008 - Wednesday October 01, 2008
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls Too many kids face crisis right here in Chicago. Kids like these need Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, a solution for kids in crisis. Refer a child in crisis to Mercy Home or volunteer to mentor a young person. Call 888-571-3700 or visit Mercy Home.
Where: Location: Other
Sunday August 10, 2008 - Sunday September 21, 2008
Morton Arboretum Presents "The Taming of the Shrew" The Morton Arboretum is presenting 'The Taming of the Shrew' as part of their Theatre-Hike program. Performances are weekends in August and September with low-impact hikes on August 10 and September 14 and Dinner Theatre-Hikes occurring on August 17 and September 21. The Morton Arboretum is conveniently located at I-88 and Rte. 53 in Lisle. For more information about this event and many others, visit Morton Arboretum or call 630-968-0074.
Where: Location: DuPage County
Thursday August 14, 2008 - Monday December 01, 2008
Help for Parents on Talking to Your Kids About Drugs Did you know that kids who learn a lot about the risks of drugs from their parents are half as likely to use drugs? You have more influence than you think. So start talking. Not sure what to say? Find help online at Prevention First.
Where: Location: Other
Thursday August 14, 2008 - Saturday November 01, 2008
'Project Vote Smart' Offers Free 'Voter's Self-Defense Manuals' New funding from the Ford and Carnegie foundations has enabled 'Project Vote Smart' to start shipping free 2008 'Voter's Self-Defense Manuals' to all citizens requesting them. The manuals provide citizens with a sampling of factual information from the Vote Smart databases, which cover more than 40,000 incumbents and candidates running for office this electrion year, from state legislature to the Presidency. The Voter's Self-Defense Manuals are available by request at Vote Smart or by calling the Project's Voter's Research Hotline at 1-888-VOTE SMART.
Where: Location: Other
Thursday August 14, 2008 - Friday October 31, 2008
Volunteer in Near-Paradise Those who volunteer at The Morton Arboretum Children's Garden discover the joys of seeing youths learn and flourish. The Arboretum seeks additional persons to join a magnificent volunteer corps that has helped the garden become one of the top family destinations in Chicagoland. Volunteers are needed weekdays and weekends. Anyone age 21 or older may apply. All volunteers must pass a criminal history background check and their names must not appear on the sex offender registry. To volunteer at The Morton Arboretum Children's Garden, contact the Volunteer Office coordinator Sally Kenaston at 630-719-2443 or email her at skenaston@mortonarb.org. Information on volunteering can also be found at The Morton Arboretum under the 'Join and Give' link.
Where: Location: DuPage County
Friday August 22, 2008 - Sunday September 07, 2008
Learn About the Emerald Ash Borer The Morton Arboretum is presenting a traveling exhibition which highlights the value of urban forests and the devastating effects of Emerald ash borers, as well as the furniture-making process and use of ash as lumber. The exhibition: 'Rising from Ashes: Furniture from Lost Trees' features at least 24 pieces of fine furniture that the Chicago Furniture Design Association members created from ash trees that were destroyed. This exhibit runs through September 7 and is open from 10am-4pm. The Morton Arboretum is located at I-88 and Rte. 53 in Lisle. For more information visit their website at Morton Arboretum or call 630-968-0074.
Where: Location: DuPage County
Monday August 25, 2008 - Thursday January 01, 2009
Kids Unlimited Mentoring Project Kids Unlimited is a school-based mentoring program that serves 4th through 6th grade elementary students at Fiske and Wadsworth Elementary Schools in the Woodlawn Community. If you would like to be a mentor and can commit to meet with your mentee for one hour per week at the mentee's school and communicate through the project's computer program, e-mentoring, once a week for one year, contact the Project Coordinator, Carrie Bergen at 312-447-4365 or cbergen@sga-youth.org.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Tuesday August 26, 2008 - Saturday November 01, 2008
Free Guide for College Students with OCD OCD Chicago has a new guide for college students who have OCD. For your free copy, call 773-880-1635 or visit OCD Chicago.
Where: Location: Other
Tuesday August 26, 2008 - Saturday November 01, 2008
Free GED Preparation Classes at C.O.D. Register for free GED preparation classes at College of DuPage. The classes are offered at the college's main campus in Glen Ellyn and at C.O.D.'s Bloomingdale Center for Independent Learning, Naperville Frontier Campus, Naperville Regional Center, Carol Stream Community Education Center and West Chicago Community Education Center. For information, call 630-942-2551 or 630-942-3697.
Where: Location: DuPage County
Wednesday September 03, 2008 - Wednesday September 24, 2008
Soles4Souls Shoe Drive at Shoe Carnival Soles4Souls, the international charity dedicated to providing free footwear to those in deperate need, is partnering with Shoe Carnival to launch a national shoe trade-in program at all 300 Shoe Carnival store locations. The programs will begin on Wednesday, September 3, and will end on Wednesday, September 24. Customers can simply bring in a pair of gently worn shoes to any participating Shoe Carnival store and receive a $5 coupon. All the footwear collected during this special charitable event will go to Soles4Souls. For more information, please visit Give Shoes.
Where: Location: Other
Sunday September 07, 2008
28th Annual Misericordia Family Fest Don't miss the fun at Misericordia's 28th annual Family Fest, to be held on Sunday, September 7, from 11 to 6 at Ridge and Devon in Chicago. Enjoy great food and drink, live music including Dayna Malow, children's theater and games, and much more. For tickets and information, call 773-273-2766 or visit Misericordia Where: Location: Chicagoland
Sunday September 07, 2008
Young at Heart Pet Rescue Seeks Sponsors for Event Young At Heart Pet Rescue is a 501c3 organization that rescues and re-homes senior dogs and cats. They are the only pet rescue in the state of Illinois that focuses solely on adult and senior animals as adoptable pets for the general public. On September 7, they will hold their first annual walk, 'Mutt Mosey,' at the Deer Grove East Forest Preserve in Palatine. They are in need of sponsors, prizes and walkers. Please call 847-529-2025 if you can help. See their website at Young at Heart Pet Rescue.
Where: Location: Lake County - IL
Sunday September 07, 2008
Join the 100.3 Street Team at the Boulevard Lakefront Tour Look for the 100.3 Street Team at the 20th Annual Boulevard Lakefront Tour on Sunday, September 7th from 11AM-2PM located at the Midway Plaisance at the University of Chicago (59th Street between Woodlawn and Dorchester) in Chicago.
Choose from 15, 35 or 62 mile routes through the City's beautiful parks, grand boulevards and wonderful neighborhoods. Experience Chicago's rich history on a fantastic bicycle tour and enjoy the post-ride festival with a picnic lunch, music and more.
New Moms, Inc. Hosts 25th Anniversary Dinner On September 12, New Moms, Inc. will be hosting its 25th Anniversary Dinner in Hotel Allegro Chicago's historic Walnut Ballroom. The event will celebrate a quarter-century of service to pregnant and parenting homeless teens in Chicago, and will feature top-notch entertainment, great food, and excellent company. The event will begin at 5:30. Please call 773-252-3253 or visit New Moms, Inc. .
Where: Location: Chicago Downtown
Friday September 12, 2008 - Monday September 22, 2008
Anchorage Police Department Coming to Midwest to Interview Recruits The Anchorage, Alaska Police Department Recruiting Unit is traveling to Minnesota and Michigan in September to test applicants for a December 1, 2008 Academy. Testing and interviews are being held in Minneapolis, MN September 12-16. Testing and interviews in Ann Arbor, MI September 16-22. If you are interested in applying to the Anchorage Police Department, complete information is available on their website at Anchorage Police Department.
Where: Location: Other
Saturday September 13, 2008
Grand Opening of Star Dust Come out to the Grand Opening of Star Dust, a Boutique Lounge/Nightclub on Saturday, September 13th located at 1211 A. Butterfield Road in Downers Grove.
Doors open at 8PM, celebrity guests include the Cast of Three's Company and Seinfeld's Soup Nazi, Larry Thomas.
Join the 100.3 Street Team at the Wine Crush in Old Town Look for the 100.3 Street Team at the Wine Crush in Old Town on Saturday, September 13th located on N. Wells Street between North Avenue and Evergreen in Chicago.
Wells Street will undergo a transformation from a busy urban thoroughfare, to an upbeat wine festival featuring an art market, food from local favorite restaurants, crafts, a live music stage and of course, wine tasting pavilions representing more than 100 different wines.
Hunter Tylo Scheduled to Run in 'Change the Face' 5K Hunter Tylo of CBS' The Bold and The Beautiful will join hundreds of Chicagoans for the first annual Change the Face Race, a 5K run and family walk to benefit the American Epilepsy Outreach Foundation (AEOF). The cost is $25 per person to enter. The run and walk will be followed by a morning of family activities, live entertainment and refreshments. Tylo will sign autographs and take photos with attendees. The event takes place at Bunker Hill Forest Preserve at Caldwell at Tonty Ave, in Chicago on Saturday, September 13, at 9am. For additional information about AEOF, email info@epilepsyoutreach.org.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Saturday September 13, 2008
Les Turner ALS Foundation's 7th Annual Walk for Life Come together with thousands of ALS supporters and help provide HOPE at one of the world's largest ALS fundraisers on Saturday, September 13. Join the Les Turner ALS Foundation's 7th Annual Walk for Life. Grab your friends, family and pets and join us for a two-mile walk along beautiful Lake Michigan. It's a celebration of courage, hope and community that raises funds for those affected by Lou Gehrig's disease. So, put on your walking shoes, get a team together and help 'strike out ALS.' Provide hope by walking! Join by calling 888-ALS-1107 or visit Les Turner ALS.
Where: Location: Chicago Downtown
Saturday September 13, 2008
4th Annual 'Drink 4 A Cure' Benefits Marfan's Syndrome To educate and broaden awareness of this silent killer, the Northern Illinois Chapter of the National Marfan Foundation is hosting its fourth annual 'Drink 4 a Cure' to support pediatric awareness and sports education programs. 'Drink 4 a Cure' will be held on Saturday, September 13, at Irish Times Pub and Restaurant, 8869 Burlington Avenue in Brookfield, IL from 8pm to midnight. The evening will include live entertainment, silent auction and award-winning Northern Italian cuisine by Chicago's Club Lago. Tickets are $50 at the door or in advance by calling Bruce Klein at 630-289-4025 or go to Marfan. All proceeds to benefit the National Marfan Foundation.
Where: Location: Cook County
Sunday September 14, 2008
Breast Cancer Fundraiser at Navy Pier Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois will board the Odyssey II cruise ship for their fall fundraising event, 'The Journey Continues' on September 14. Guests will be treated to a three-course meal, live music, and on-board raffle and more. The proceeds from this event will allow us to continue to provide free programs and services to anyone touched by breast cancer. The ship boards at 11am, departs at noon and docks at 2pm at Navy Pier. Tickets are $100 per person; 10-person table for $1,500. To purchase tickets, call Breast Cancer Network of Strength of Illinois at 312-364-9071 or visit Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois.
Where: Location: Chicago Downtown
Sunday September 14, 2008
2008 Chicago Memory Walk The Alzheimer's Association -- Greater Illinois Chapter will host the 2008 Chicago Memory Walk on Sunday, September 14, at Montrose Avenue and the lakefront, 4400 N. Simmons Drive, Chicago. Check-in begins at 8am and the walk steps off at 10am. For more information, to register or to donate, please call 847-933-2413 or visit Chicago Memory Walk.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Sunday September 14, 2008 - Sunday September 21, 2008
American Lung Association Hosts Two 2008 Lung Walks More than 35 million Americans suffer from lung disease. Help fight against asthma, COPD, lung cancer and other lung diseases with The American Lung Association of Illinois - Greater Chicago. Participate in one of the two 2008 Lung Walks: September 14 in Chicago's Grant Park or on September 21 at the McDonald's Corporate Campus in Oak Brook. Visit Lung Walk to get further information.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Wednesday September 17, 2008
Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Hospice Seeks Volunteers Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Hospice is looking for compassionate people who want to make a difference in someone's life. Daytime hospice volunteers are needed to provide companionship, respite, emotional support, transportation and more to patients and caregivers dealing with a terminal illness. Please call 847-982-4365. Hurry, limited space is available. An 8-week training course begins Wednesday, September 17, 9:30am to 12:30pm in Skokie.
Where: Location: Cook County
Thursday September 18, 2008
Jobs For Youth Come out to the Jobs For Youth Chicago Breakfast Club Fundraiser on Thursday, September 18th from 6:00 - 9:00 P.M., hosted by chef John Caputo and A Mano (335 N Dearborn) in Chicago.
The JFY Breakfast Club provides breakfast and refreshments for participants in the Jobs For Youth program who cannot otherwise readily afford these basic needs. JFY helps young men and women from low-income families become a part of the economic mainstream.
For more information visit Jobs For Youth or contact Kristin at 312-499-4778, extension 136 or Kristin@JFYChicago.org.
Where: A Mano Location: Chicago Downtown
Thursday September 18, 2008
Chicago Police Memorial Foundation Candlelight Vigil The Honorable Mayor Richard M. Daley, The Chicago Police Department Memorial Foundation and The Chicago Police Department host a Candlelight Vigil on Thursday, September 18, at 7:30pm at Gold Star Memorial and Park, located on Chicago Park District grounds near Waldron Drive (in the shadow of Soldier Field). The Candlelight Vigil is an annual event hosted by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, which is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to honoring the lives of our fallen heroes. The Vigil is open to the public.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Saturday September 20, 2008
Join the 100.3 Street Team for the Shedd Coastal Clean Up Not your typical day at the beach. Join the 100.3 Street Team and the Shedd Aquarium at 12th Street Beach on Saturday, September 20th as we celebrate International Coastal Clean Up Day.
The first 50 people will get a cool bag with some fun items including a voucher for FREE admission to the Shedd.
Help save our Great Lakes, sign up for the Clean Up at Listen to Your Lakes now!
Where: 12th Street Beach Location: Chicago Downtown
Saturday September 20, 2008
Project AWARE Foundation's International Cleanup Day Join Scuba Systems and other local volunteers at Greenwood Beach in Evanston for the entire day or for a few hours. Both divers and non-divers alike are invited to help clean up our local beaches and enjoy a day on the beach with giveaways from local retailers and prizes and giveaways throughout the day as well as a prize drawing for those that have pre-registered for the event! Volunteer sign up begins at the beach at 9am. If you are interested in scuba diving/underwater clean-up, please be aware that local dive procedures are still in effect so please pre-register to find out all the details. Visit them at 3919 Oakton in Skokie or contact them at abby@scubasystems.org or 847-674-0222 and ask for Abby.
Where: Location: Cook County
Saturday September 20, 2008
Conquer Chiari Walk Across America The Conquer Chiari Walk Across America is being held at 20 locations throughout the country on September 20. The Chicagoland Walk will be held at Deer Grove East (Cook County Forest Preserve District) in Palatine. Registration will be at 8am and the walk starts at 9am. All proceeds from the walk will be used to fund research grants to improve the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of Chiari Malformations. Registration can be completed by visiting Conquer Chiari. Those who register prior to August 15 with a minimum donation or sponsorship of $20 will receive an official walk T-shirt the day of the event. If someone is unable to attend the event, I ask that they consider sponsoring a walker. Sponsoring a walker can also be done through the Conquer Chiari website.
Where: Location: Cook County
Saturday September 20, 2008
AIDS Run and Walk Chicago / Chicago Come out to the AIDS Run and Walk Chicago on Saturday, September 20th located at Grant Park in Chicago.
Proceeds benefit the AIDS Foundation of Chicago.
To register and to get more information visit AIDS Run.
Where: Grant Park Location: Chicago Downtown
Monday September 22, 2008 - Sunday October 26, 2008
'Land of the Free' Presented by Babes with Blades Stage combat ensemble Babes with Blades opens their eleventh season with the world premiere of 'Land of the Free,' running September 22 through October 26. A high energy, high stakes political comedy, 'Land of the Free' features snippets of Anne Coulter, Oscar Wilde, Antigone, King Lear; plus red state/blue state angst, and plenty of found-weapon stage combat. For tickets and information, call 773-296-6024 or visit Babes with Blades.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Monday September 22, 2008 - Wednesday September 24, 2008
'Play for Keeps,' a Stockyards Theatre Project Stockyards Theatre Project presents readings of women-positive roles in 'Play for Keeps,' three nights only at Theatre Building Chicago. Readings begin September 22 and run through the 24th. Information is available at 773-936-7896 and Stockyards Theatre Project.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Thursday September 25, 2008
Sharon Rose Wig and Prosthesis Mobile Salon Stop Hispanocare, Inc. and the Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois -- formerly Y-ME Illinois -- will welcome the Sharon Rose Wig and Prosthesis Mobile Salon to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, 836 W. Wellington Ave. on Thursday, September 25, 2008. The mobile salon was created by Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois to bring needed services directly to areas where patients are receiving their cancer care. From 9am to 2pm, the specially trained fitters will provide free wigs, bras and breast prostheses to the North Side community. To schedule an appointment for a fitting for a free wig or breast prothesis, please call Hispanocare at 773-296-7157 by September 10. Appointments are limited.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Friday September 26, 2008 - Saturday September 27, 2008
C.O.D. to Host NIF Moderator Training Persons interested in becoming a National Issues Forum Moderator can attend training this September at College of Dupage. The moderator training workshops are scheduled Friday and Saturday, September 26 and 27, from 6p-10p at the College's Student Resource Center, Room 1480. For more information call 630-942-3872.
Where: Location: Other
Saturday September 27, 2008
6th Annual Midtown 5K Run and Walk--Free Training with Entry! Midtown Athletic Club Palatine will host its 6th Annual 5K Run and Walk on Saturday, September 27, along with a complimentary training program for first-time 5K-ers entitled 'Run Your First 5K.' Training sessions will be held on eight consecutive Saturdays leading up to the event and conducted by Midtown certified personal trainers. The 3.1 mile course will start and finish at Midtown Athletic Club Palatine, 1760 N. Hicks Rd., and wind through the Deer Grove East Forest Preserve. Cost to participate is $25 per adult and $15 per child, ages 14 and under. All proceeds from the Midtown 5K Run and Walk benefit Bears Care. For more information, contact Robyn Kove at 847-99104646 or visit Midtown Palatine.
Where: Location: Lake County - IL
Saturday September 27, 2008 - Sunday November 23, 2008
'The Mark of Zorro' Lifeline Theatre's hit swashbuckling adventure, 'The Mark of Zorro,' returns to Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 West Belmont Ave. The play will run September 29 through November 23. For tickets and more information, call 773-327-5252 or visit Theatre Building Chicago.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Sunday September 28, 2008
THORR's 2nd Annual RottOberfest Come celebrate all things Rottweiler at the 2nd annual RottOberfest fundraiser benefiting True Hearts of Rottweiler Rescue (TH0RR). All canines and companions are welcome to lap up the auction action and risk it on a raffle ticket. Explore energetic and Reiki pet therapy. Eat up free dog nutrition advice. Snap up a pooch portrait. Step out at the rescue parade. Strut your dog's stuff in the best-dressed canine contest. Pork out at the pig roast. Whether you're a Rottweiler owner, potential adopter or just want to support a great cause, come to RottOberfest on Sunday, September 28, from 11a-4p (rain or shine) at BC Dog Training, 920 Turret Court in Mundelein. For more information, call 847-302-6051 or visit THORR to get further information.
Where: Location: Lake County - IL
Friday October 03, 2008
Chicago Humanities Festival Benefit Evening Three grandes dames of jazz, opera and Broadway -- Tony award-winning soprano Barbara Cook, preeminent jazz vocalist and Grammy-winner Dianne Reeves and mezzo soprano Frederica von Stade, one of opera's most beloved figures, share the stage for the first time on Friday, October 3, at the Chicago Humanities Festival Benefit Evening, themed "Once in a Lifetime." The Benefit Evening begins at 5:30pm with cocktails at Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., followed by an elegant dinner at 6:30pm and a premier raffle. Guests will adjourn to Orchestra Hall for the concert at 8:30pm. Benefit Evening tickets begin at $500 each. Reservations close on September 19 and can be made by calling 312-661-1028, ext. 16. For more information on other ticket opportunities, visit Chicago Humanities Festival to get further information.
Where: Location: Chicago Downtown
Saturday October 11, 2008
La Casa Norte Sixth Annual Gala La Casa Norte leads the way in empowering Chicago's at-risk and homeless Latinos. They help them fulfill more than their need for housing -- they teach them the skills to become independent. October 11th is the date of La Casa Norte's Sixth Annual Gala at the Chicago Cultural Center, Yates Gallery. Tickets can be purchased by visiting their website at La Casa Norte.
Where: Location: Chicago Downtown
Thursday October 16, 2008 - Friday October 17, 2008
Illinois Dyslexia Group Hosts Conference October is National Dyslexia Month, and the Illinois Branch of the International Dyslexia Association, located in Glen Ellyn, will be conducting a two-day conference during October, intended to increase awareness about dyslexia and promote understanding of some of the typical 'warning signs' of dyslexia. The Annual Fall Conference, hosted by the Illinois Branch of The IDA will be held Thursday and Friday, October 16 and 17, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. For more information, contact the Illinois Branch of IDA at 630-469-6900 or go to their website at Dyslexia.
Where: Location: DuPage County
Saturday October 18, 2008
6th Annual Comer Kids' Classic The 6th Annual Comer Kids' Classic 5k Run-Walk-Kids' Dash will take place on Saturday, October 18, at 10:00am at University of Chicago Laboratory Schools Plaza -- 58th Street between Kimbark and Kenwood. For more information, or to register for the event, please visit Comer Kids' Classic.
Where: Location: Chicagoland
Saturday October 18, 2008
Step Out:: Walk to Fight Diabetes Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes is the American Diabetes Association's signature fundraising event and will take place on Soldier Field's Great Lawn. Participants will walk down Chicago's beautiful lakefront path to 31st St. and back. Create a team and get your friends, family and co-workers together to honor a loved one who is living with diabetes or has passed away from it. Stick around for music from Shirley King (BB King's daughter), lunch and more! Registration opens at 8:30am and the walk steps off at 10:00am. For more information, call 1-888-DIABETES or visit Step Out Diabetes.
Where: Location: Chicago Downtown
Sunday October 19, 2008
Join 100.3 LOVE fm at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Chicago Join the 100.3 Street Team at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Chicago event on Sunday, October 19th located at Lawrence and the Lakefront in Chicago.
Registration opens at 7:30 A.M., the walk will begin at 9:00 A.M.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events have no registration fee and no fundraising minimum. The noncompetitive walks range in distance from three to five miles, and men, women and children of all ages are encouraged to participate.
For questions or inquiries, please call 312-279-7376 or email chicago.strides@cancer.org.
Where: Lawrence And The Lakefront Location: Cook County
Thursday October 30, 2008
'Comedy for a Cure' Seeking Sponsors Attach your name to this unique and exciting event by becoming a sponsor for Comedy for a Cure Chicago 2008. You will be making a difference in the lives of individuals who meet the challenges of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) every day. At the same time, you will bring recognition of your name to the local community. For more information about TSC and the TS Alliance, please visit TS Alliance. For more information about becoming a sponsor, contact Sandra Smiley at 847-791-7419 or email her at sjsmiley29@yahoo.com.
