Fundraisers

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Holiday

ALS Foundation 2008 calendars: The Les Turner ALS Foundation's 2008 calendars, featuring art by people with ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease, can be obtained for $10, plus shipping, by calling (847) 679-3311 or at 222.lesturnerals.org. Proceeds from calendar sales will help support medical research, patient and family services and educational programs for those affected by ALS.

September

Wheeling Jaycees Lobsterfest: Purchase a $21 ticket from the Wheeling Jaycees and enjoy a lobster, shrimp, steak or chicken dinner at Bob Chinn's Crab House in Wheeling, through the end of September. Lobsterfest tickets are available only through the Jaycees and must be ordered in advance. Proceeds benefit the Wheeling Jaycees. To order tickets, call (847) 604-2213 or visit www.wheelingjaycees.org.

"Chocolate Mania": Mount Prospect Historical Society's "Chocolate Mania": Today-Saturday, various events and locations in Mount Prospect. Visit www.mppl.org/events for information.

Women Who Dared reception: Chicago chapter of the National Organization for Women's 10th anniversary Women Who Dared reception: 6 p.m. Thursday; Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton St., Ruggles Hall, Chicago. $75. (312) 953-3257.

"Art of Peace" gala: Illinois Center for Violence Prevention "Art of Peace" gala: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Great Hall of Café Brauer, Lincoln Park Zoon, Chicago. (312) 986-9200 or www.ocvp.org.

Night of a Thousand Noogies: The associate board of Gilda's Club hosts fourth annual signature comedy event featuring the cast of Second City: 7-11 p.m. Friday; The Park West, 322 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago. $75-$125. For tickets and information, (312) 464-9900, ext. 31.

Be a Peanut Day volunteer: The Streamwood Kiwanis Club is seeking adult and youth group volunteers interested in lending a hand to collect donations on street corners and by storefronts Friday and Saturday for Peanut Days. Each group that participates will earn 40% of what they collect for their own organization. Sponsors are also being sought to help defray the cost of the peanuts. For information, call Cathy at (630) 213-3660.

Community walk: Out of the Darkness Community Walk for the Chicago/Illinois chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: 10 a.m. Saturday; Busse Woods, Ned Brown Meadow, off Golf Road. 5K walk, no pets. To pre-register, visit www.outofthedarkness.org. For questions, e-mail mostigmaa@yahoo.com.

"Something Different" benefit: Clearbrook's associate board of directors hosts second annual benefit: 7 p.m. Saturday; The Chopping Block, Merchandise Mart Plaza, suite 107, Chicago. Interactive cooking demonstrations along with hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and auction. Proceeds benefit children and adults with disabilities supported by Clearbrook. (847) 385-5302. Visit Clearbrook.org.

Midtown 5K Run & Walk: Midtown Athletic Club fifth annual 5K run/walk: 8:30 a.m. Saturday; Palatine. 5K run and walk through Deer Grove East Forest Preserve. Proceeds benefit Bears Care, the charitable beneficiary of the Chicago Bears. Registration available at Midtown Athletic Club, 1760 N. Hicks Road, Palatine or at www.signmeup.com/56268. For information, call Robyn at (847) 991-4646 or e-mail robyn.kove@midtownclubs.com.

Bulb Bazaar Chicago: Botanic Garden Bulb Bazaar 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Admission free, parking $15 for nonmembers. (847) 835-5440.

Pancake breakfast: Barrington High School's 36th annual Anderson Homecoming Pancake Breakfast: 8 a.m.-noon Saturday; school cafeteria, 616 W. Main St., Barrington. $5 for adults; $3 for students and children under age 12. Uniformed high school players, cheerleaders, poms and coaches admitted free.

"Can Do" charity event: 7 p.m. Saturday; Ye Olde Town Inn, 18 W. Busse Ave., Mount Prospect. Pizza buffet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. followed by musical entertainment from The Underdogs, classic 50's, 60's rock, until midnight. Proceeds benefit the United Relief Foundation's Humanitarian Lifeline initiatives. (847) 345-2413 or www.unitedrelieffoundation.org.

Family run/walk benefits animals: PAWS Chicago "Run for Their Lives" 8K run/ 4K walk: 9 a.m. Sunday; Lincoln Park, western end of the North Avenue pedestrian bridge over Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. www.pawschicago.org.

St. Viator Athletic Board fundraiser: St. Viator High School Athletic Board "High School Musical" fundraiser: 7 p.m. Sunday; Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Campbell and Vail Avenue, Arlington Heights. (847) 392-4050.

Start! Heart Walk: American Heart Association's Start! Heart Walk: 8 a.m. Sunday, Harper College, Palatine. Supports heart and stroke research and public professional education programs. (312) 346-4675.

Day of races: School District 54 and Alexian Brothers Hospital Network host Day of Races to support literacy: 8 a.m. Sunday: Dirksen Elementary School, 116 W. Beech Drive. Children's 100-yard dash; children's 400-yard dash; 5K; and family fun walk. Advance registration required. For information and registration details, call Terri at (847) 357-5028 or visit www.sd54.org/SD54/runtoread.

WINGS 5K Home Run: Wings 5K Home Run 1.5 mile walk and children's races: 9 a.m. Sunday; Towne Square Park on Palatine Road, Palatine. The Palatine Jaycees are accepting applications to participate. Call (847) 604-0288 or e-mail info@palatinejaycees.org.

Auction: St. Philip Lutheran Church auction fundraiser: 5:30 p.m. Sunday; 1609 Pfingsten Road, Glenview. Silent and live auction, snacks, refreshments. Staff@stphilip.info.

Motorcycle Run: The Fox Valley Children's Organization and the United States Marine Corps Reserves Marine Air Control Group 48 will host a Toys for Tots Kickoff Motorcycle Run: 9 a.m. Sunday; Kiefs Reef, Route 176, Burton's Bridge. $25 per biker/$30 per couple at the door. Registration fees waived with $100 in pledges. Breakfast, poker run, prized, raffles, live music. Vicky at (847) 650-5069.

Skate-A-Thon: Mainstreet USA Roller Skating Center Skate-A-Thon to benefit the kidney fund of Zuleica Arano Estrada: 6-8:30 p.m. Sunday; 23 W. Streamwood Blvd. $10, includes admission, skate rental.

October

Literacy Connection: Literacy Connection orientation session: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday; Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 401 W. Main St., West Dundee. Volunteers are needed to tutoe in both basic reading and English as a Second Languate. (847) 742-6565.

"Sip and Shop" fashion show: UNICEF second annual Wine, Women and Shoes "Sip and Shop" fashion show: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 4; Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago. Supports UNICEF's Accelerated Child Survival Initiative. $85. (312) 222-8900, ext. 10. www.unicefusa.org/chicago.

Silver Lining Foundation gala dinner: A Silver Lining Foundation's annual gala "A Sterling Event": 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5; Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Chicago. (312) 345-1322.

Multiple sclerosis fundraiser: MS Cocktailin' for the Cause benefit: 7 p.m. Oct. 5; Hotel Allegro, 171 W. Randolph, Chicago. Semi-formal $100. www.msillinois.org.

Gold Coast Fashion Award show: The Children's Service Board of Children's Memorial Hospital 52nd annual Gold Coast Fashion Award show: 1 p.m. Oct. 5, Chicago Hilton and Towers. $150. (773) 880-6871.

Spina Bifida Association of Illinois fashion show : Spina Bifida Association of Illinois benefit fashion show: 7 p.m. Oct. 5; Architectural Artifacts, 4325 N. Ravenswood, Chicago. VIP admission $75; general admission $25; $35 at the door. (773) 444-0305.

"Cool Globes charity auction": "Cool Globes charity auction: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5; Auditorium Theater of Roosevelt University, 50 E. Congress Parkway, Chicago. $75 per person. (312) 573-5434 or www.ticketmaster.com.

Slow Food Chicago: Slow Food Chicago and Slow Food Nation "Taste of Chez Panisse" dinner fundraiser: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5; Kendall College, 900 N. Branch St., Chicago. $150. (312) 202-1740 or www.chicagocooks.com.

Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble gala: Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble gala: 6 p.m. Oct. 6; Sanfilippo Estate, Barrington. Tours, cocktails, dinner and entertainment. (847) 382-6333.

"Little Black Dress" luncheon: Northwest Women's Connection luncheon: noon Oct. 11; Concorde Banquets, Kildeer. $17. (815) 759-1974.

Girls Night Out fundraiser: Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council's Girls Night Out fundraiser: Oct. 11; Durty Nellie's Restaurant/Pub, 180 N. Smith St., Palatine. Hors d'oeuvres, karaoke, raffle. Over 21 only. $20; $30 at the door. (847) 991-1112.

"Hunger Knows No Season" fashion show: The Self-Help Closet and Pantry of Des Plaines fashion show: 6 p.m. Oct. 11; Casa Royale, Des Plaines. $35. Donna at (847) 827-1322 or Patty at (847) 778-4470.

Fall used book sale: Friends of the Prospect Heights Public Library used book sale: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct. 11; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 12; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 13; 12 N. Elm St., Prospect Heights. Paperback and hardcover books, CDs, videotapes and CD-roms, more. Proceeds benefit special programs, educational materials and the purchase of new items.

Rummage sale: Holmes Middle School rummage sale: 8 a.m.-noon Oct. 27; 221 S. Wolf Road, Wheeling. Clothes for all ages, infant supplies, small appliances, linens, household items, sporting goods, tools, more. Proceeds benefit Holmes students.

Dollars for Scholars: Dollars for Scholars "Howl at the Moon-Dueling Pianos" fundraiser: 6 p.m. Oct. 27; Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights. For information, picket999@aol.com.