Join Go Green Wilmette at their community fair Going Green Matters for easy-to-implement ideas to save money and benefit the environment. What: View the latest eco-cars, bicycles, LED bulbs, home energy efficiencies and more at this community fair. Experts will be on-hand to answer questions about composting, gardening, and to discuss the contents of food, […]
Support the Infant Welfare Society of Evanston by attending their second annual Warm Your Palate fundraising event. What: Local chefs will take guests on a culinary excursion to sample signature appetizers and desserts. Wine, beer and spirits will also be served, and there will be a live auction featuring a 5-night stay at the Radisson Blu […]
A donation to Washington School PTA will help furnish the school’s library with new books and fund scholarships for after-school clubs and field trips. What: You can help by donating money to the Washington School PTA Gala on Saturday, Feb. 23. Donations of all amounts are accepted. Where: To become a sponsor for the upcoming […]
The MS Run the US 2013 Relay is seeking 10 Running Partners to take part in each leg of this coast-to-coast run. The relay is slated for April 16 through September 6, and will be divided into 22 segments. Each segment covers approximately 140 miles of running over the course of six days. All proceeds […]
Cross items off your holiday shopping list while supporting the University of Chicago Kovler Diabetes Center, hosted by Pagoda Red. When: Thursday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with dim sum lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. What: Asian Holiday Bazaar featuring Ladybug Vintage, Katherine Ann Confections and Pagoda Red collections Where: Pagoda […]
KIND snack bars are teaming up with Arianna Huffington, Bobbi Brown and Grace Potter to give back this holiday season. Each woman created custom snack bars in yummy new flavors, available in KIND snack cubes, and proceeds from the sales will benefit Committee to Protect Journalists, Broome Street Academy and the Alzheimer’s Association. KIND snacks […]
Attend Empower2U’s fundraiser with free yoga, dance and spinning classes to help those who can’t afford genetic testing for the breast cancer gene. When: Friday, Nov. 30, 5-8 p.m. Where: Equinox Fitness, 799 Central Ave., Highland Park Tickets: Free admission, donations accepted The Charity: Highland Park native Gayl Walder and her daughter Sydnee created the not-for-profit […]
Looking to give back this Thanksgiving? We’ve got a few options for you right here on the North Shore. 1. New Trier Food Pantry Where: 739 Elm St., Winnetka When: November 12-19 What: Donate a basket of fresh produce. Suggested items include: apples, oranges, potatoes, broccoli, salad dressing, coffee, and tea. 2. Creatively Caring Where: […]
Volunteer at or donate to Feed My Starving Children’s newest location in Libertyville as well as existing locations in Schaumburg and Aurora. Where: 742 E. Park Ave. (Hwy 176), Libertyville More info: Click here to donate and get more info on volunteer opportunities. The cause: Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) is a Christian hunger relief […]
Looking for a guilt-free way to finally purge your closet of last season’s trends? What about those toys your growing children still sentimentally cling to that are cluttering your basement? Zealous Good provides a platform for donating items, and lets donors know exactly where and how their items are being used. Zealous Good is […]
