Take the family out to enjoy a summer carnival and support a great cause. The Arts of Life is hosting its 2nd Annual Summer Carnival on Saturday, June 16th from 3 to 8 p.m. This year’s carnival features classic games like cakewalk and beanbag toss, as well as a dunk tank. You can get your […]
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, The Winnetka Woman’s Club will present its annual housewalk. This year’s theme is “Lifestyles,” and the five homes selected represent North Shore living in various degrees of decorative and architectural significance. Each home will be decorated with finishing touches by Material Possessions, Artistica Italian Gallery, and […]
After a horrific bike accident in 2007, that left Mark Stephan paralyzed from the neck down, doctors told him he’d never walk again. Five months later, Mark defied all expectations and walked out of the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC). To raise money for the RIC, Stephan is undertaking a grueling journey: cycling 3,129 across […]
Have you ever dreamed of working out with NFL pros? Here’s your chance. Equinox and NFL Play60 are hosting several workout classes led by NFL players both active and retired. The program is running through April at Equinox locations all around the country. In Chicago, you can participate in classes run by Tom Zbikowski of […]
The Party Dress Project is looking for donations of clean, gently worn, teenage size, short party dresses. Started by two Northbrook moms and their daughters, the Party Dress Project allows teenagers to add fashionable party dresses to their wardrobes without spending a ton of money. They collect dresses throughout the year and hold a one-day […]
You may no longer need that pair of sneakers that you only wore a couple of times, but chances are, someone else in the world does. When Mona Purdy traveled to Central America in 1999, she was appalled when she saw that village children were at risk for infections leading to amputation simply because they […]
The troops may be back, but some soldiers, like Army SGT Cameron Crouch, must cope with permanent disabilities. Crouch lost both of his legs while on duty in Iraq, and his disability has made it hard for him to maneuver through his home, especially his bedroom and bathroom. But this story will have a happy ending […]
Caring Connections for Seniors (“CCS”) is happy to announce that it will be the One Dime at a Time recipient organization at Whole Foods Market Evanston South from January-March 2012. CCS has been operating in Rogers Park since 2009. Its participation in the One Dime at a Time program will coincide with the organization’s expansion into Evanston. Whole Foods offers all […]
Best friends Laura “Barbara” Bennett and Anne Risher combined their passion for entertaining with a desire to help those in need. They created BarbaraAnne Company, and their beautiful black sequin aprons bring sparkle to any event. Half of their profits support charities that bring much needed clothing and supplies to people around the world. They […]
The nuns, who are usually at the Wilmette French Market all summer selling their delicious French pastries, are in need of supplies for the homeless and elderly people they serve. If you have new or gently used supplies that you can donate, here’s what they need: Hats, Gloves, Scarves Sleeping Bags Blankets McDonald’s Gift Cards […]
