Lake Forest’s Susan Morrison loves athletics. She believes in the power of sport to transform lives — particularly for women and girls. Almost 10 years ago, she joined the board of the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF), a national organization that advances the lives of women and girls through sports and physical activities. Morrison particularly loves […]
On April 20, under-resourced new mothers will enjoy the baby shower and luncheon of their dreams thanks to the newest members of the Junior League of North Shore Evanston.
By singing the songs of other cultures and times, children learn to value others and make the world a better place.
Provide Chicago Public School children unparalleled dance instruction by attending The Joffrey Ballet’s Annual Spring Gala. What: At this black-tie gala, guests will enjoy an exclusive one-night-only Joffrey performance, a champagne trolley ride to the Chicago Hilton and Towers for cocktails, dinner and a lively after-party. All proceeds will directly support the Joffrey’s artistic programming, Community Engagement […]
With rock star support from Ben Harper combined with others, LIFT Chicago is growing.
Kam Gottleib got the idea to place treadmills in animal shelters after visiting a shelter near her family’s summer cabin in Michigan. “We go there every year, and I got to see how the shelter runs, and that was kind of an eye-opener for me,” Kam says. “I really wanted to help more, because I […]
Purchase flowers bulbs to fill your spring garden, and provide scholarships to those devastated by stroke to attend the Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp. Where: Purchase flowers at flowerpowerfundraising.com and 50 percent of every sale goes to the Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp. Shipping is only $5 and all plants are 100 percent guaranteed. You […]
Fleurotica isn’t your average fashion-show fundraiser. The Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance (GPCA) puts on a stunning annual fashion show featuring attire made from natural plant materials by local designers to create a world of wonder. The wearable art raises money so that the Conservatory can continue its arts and other community-enrichment programs in the beautiful […]
Environmentalism. Sounds serious, right?
To describe Evanston’s Scott Turow as a best-selling author would be a vast understatement.
