Larsen Jay doesn’t know anything about flowers, other than how happy they made him feel after a near-fatal accident left him confined to a hospital room. The Knoxville, Tenn., native and former film and TV producer—“Erin Brockovich” is among his credits—was repairing a roof when he fell from a ladder, about one and a half […]
We’ve long known that ours is a very generous, other-centered, philanthropic community. But now—thanks to a survey conducted by Indiana University’s Lilly School of Philanthropy on behalf of The Chicago Community Trust (the Trust)—we know that our community is at the national epicenter of philanthropy. No hyperbole. “Chicagoans are generous…significantly more generous than the national average—by some […]
“Swirling, twirling fun.” That’s how Julie Floyd, owner of Classic Kids Photography, describes the photography studios’ 5th annual fundraising project, Rock Your Tutu, which will run the entire month of May. You can book an appointment for your children (adults are welcome too) at any of the Classic Kids Photography studios for a fun and fluff-filled […]
The relationship between mothers and sons is always special, and Chicago Bulls’ star Joakim Noah and his mother Cecilia Rodhe are building upon their close relationship to make a difference in Noah’s adopted hometown of Chicago and beyond. Shortly after Noah signed with the Bulls and moved to the Windy City, he and Rodhe combined […]
At the Music Institute of Chicago (MIC) we believe that music is not only an essential part of a quality education, but also a powerful contributor to quality of life. This philosophy, first articulated in 1931 with the founding of the organization, is continually demonstrated by the quality of our students as performers, listeners and […]
Do you ever find yourself sitting at your desk or lying on the living room couch feeling uninspired? Check out TED Talks for a quick burst of motivation. These 15-20 minute videos feature engaging speakers who share innovative ideas, advice and calls to action. We have four talks that will make you change the way […]
Growing up in Hinsdale, Kristin Shea made annual visits to Winnetka for the Antiques show at Winnetka Community House. Now she’s one of the women who make that show happen. Last year, Shea, 36, joined the Winnetka Community House women’s board, a group of 56 women that handles the organization’s three major annual fundraisers and, […]
Bid in the auction or attend “Pantry Palooza” at Northfield Township Food Pantry on April 17, and you can help feed more than 650 struggling families living in Glenview, Northbrook and Northfield. Unique experience auction items include flying a military jet fighter, tickets to Nashville’s famed Country Music Awards after-party and more. “Pantry Palooza” is a win/win/win […]
“Little darlin’, it’s been a long cold lonely winter/” But little darlin’ here comes the spring! The winter may finally be behind us, and to rejuvenate your spring spirit, we have five races/runs that will make you feel good about getting active while giving back. So lace up those running shoes, start stretching and get […]
In a few weeks, we will celebrate Mother’s Day – an opportunity to remember our own mothers and to reflect on how we mother those we love, whether they are our children or not. Mothering can be seen as the daily expression of one’s values and passions. Sue Duncan, an important figure in the history of […]
