The YMCA of Metro Chicago is pleased to host its annual Recognition Dinner virtually on Wednesday, October 21. This year’s event will honor the people, the purpose and the passion that drives the Y’s mission and our great city forward. In 2020, we have all seen how the people of Chicago have united with great […]
This year, the NSYMCA’s 14th Annual Ken & Alta Thiel’s Strong Kids Fundraising event went virtual due to continuing Covid-19 concerns; however, that did not deter their enthusiasm and spirit. The 6-day event hit totals that matched previous years, and because it was done virtually, they were also able to engage many new Y supporters. […]
Discover inspirational female leaders from Chicago and beyond who have paved for others to succeed. 38 of Chicago’s Top Black Women of Impact 2019 Name the Women Who’ve Inspired Them Most 42 of Chicago’s Top Black Women of Impact Women of Philanthropy: Karen Marshak Women On The Rise 2019 Everything You Need to Know About […]
How is it already a new decade? When you were young, the days felt long, but the years flew by. Now that you’re all adults — some with children of your own — even the decades fly by. As you know, I’ve lived an improbable life and you (six children, two step-children, five in-laws, six […]
End the year (and decade!) on a festive note with Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier, Snowland at Great Wolf Lodge, the first-ever Christmas show by Cirque du Soleil, and much more. Events Dec. 4: Building Empathy in a Fractured World Join Family Action Network for this event with Jamil Zaki, Ph.D., author of “The War […]
“A woman alone has power; collectively we have impact,“ said Shelley Zalis, founder and CEO of The Female Quotient. YWCA Evanston/North Shore launched the annual YWomen Leadership Celebration in 2008, with the dream to bring communities together and channel the power of women to change the world. On Nov. 9, YWCA Evanston/North Shore held its 12th […]
Nearly one year ago, Kyle Davis was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer that had spread to his liver. But on Oct. 15, Davis stood in front of a room full of nearly 700 people at the Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation’s 21st Annual Dinner to share his personal journey of recovery. Without the efforts of […]
Suzanne Le Mignot is an award-winning news anchor and reporter at CBS Chicago. She’s got heart, smarts, and the unwavering determination to right wrongs and help those in need. Le Mignot works hard to pay forward the blessings of her TV journalism success while staying mindful of her roots. Her father died on Valentine’s Day […]
Supporting new frontiers in pediatric medicine and research, the Founders’ Board of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago has made a three-year commitment of raising $7.5 million. Focusing on three key areas, Lurie Children’s reports the pledge will support “transformational research, community-based healthcare delivery and an innovative endowed chair in medical ethics.” […]
Make the most of the final weeks of summer with the Chicago Air and Water Show, Chicago Hot Dog Fest, Lollapalooza, The Great American Lobster Fest, and more. Events July 31 to Aug. 4: Northbrook Days 2019 This annual festival has been moved to Northbrook Court this year, but you can still expect tons of […]
