Fundraisers

Holiday

Wonderland of Lights: Clearbrook will host its third annual Wonderland of Lights Show starting Thanksgiving day and every night, all holidays included, through New Year's Day at Arlington Park Racecourse, Arlington Heights. The 1.6-mile drive-through show features millions of colorful lights and hundreds of animated holiday scenes. Admission $10 per car Monday-Thursday; $12 per car Friday-Sunday. Proceeds benefit children with disabilities. For sponsorship information, call Gloria at (847) 385-5012 or e-mail gdrake@clearbrook.org. For volunteer information, call (847) 577-4646.

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.

Des Plaines Garden Club: The Des Plaines Garden Club's annual "Holiday Happenings" fundraiser: 11 a.m. Nov. 1; Manzo's Banquets, 1517 S. Elmhurst Road, Des Plaines. Raffles, bakery and crafts, and a family-style luncheon at noon. Paul Selis from Busse Flowers will create floral arrangements for all around the house at 1:30 p.m. $28, reservations required. Call (847) 824-4949.

"Jingle My Bells": Inverness Women's Club annual holiday fair and luncheon: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 6; Concorde Banquet Center, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer. Featuring lunch, shopping, bake sale, raffles, more. $40, reservations required. Susan (847) 705-8186.

Holiday Open House: Project Hope Holiday Open House: 6-9 p.m. Nov. 7, House of Hope Resale Shop, 200 N. Hough St., downtown Barrington. New arrivals, holiday items, furniture, vintage treasures, entertainment, refreshments, door prizes. Benefits families in crisis. (847) 756-4673.

Holiday Fashion Show: Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce Community Holiday Fashion Show: 5-9 p.m. Nov. 8; Cotillion Banquets, 260 S. Creekside Drive, Palatine. Benefits Wellness Place, a cancer support center in Inverness. $70. (847) 329-7200 or address e-mail to info@palatinechamber.com.

Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes: St. Peter Community Church Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes: Nov. 12-18; 2700 Willow Road, Northbrook. Donations of small toys, school supplies, hygiene items or hard candy accepted. (847) 272-2246.

Holiday housewalk: Wynstone Women's Board of Catholic Charities Holiday Housewalk: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 15 and 16; Wynstone Golf Club Community, North Barrington. Four homes, professionally decorated for the holiday season, will be open for viewing. Tours, high tea, boutique. $60, includes motorcoach transportation to homes. Friday night tour at 5:30 p.m., includes dinner and a silent auction, tickets are $150. WynstoneHousewalk.com.

Holiday book sale: Friends of the Palatine Library Holiday Sale: during regular library hours Nov. 16, 17 and 18; 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Selection of books for adults and children suitable for gift giving will be available, gift basket raffle. (847) 358-4306.

Women of the Presbyterian Church of Barrington Christmas luncheon: Women of the Presbyterian Church of Barrington Christmas benefit and luncheon: 10 a.m. Nov. 29; 6 Brinker Road, Barrington. Benefits various mission projects. (847) 381-0975.

Garden club holiday luncheon: The Garden Club of Inverness will hold its holiday luncheon, "Sing a Song," 11 a.m. Dec. 6, at Medinah Country Club, Medinah. Proceeds benefit scholarships and community programs. Call Carol (847) 381-2727.

October

Wine Downtown 2007: Chicago Area Sjogren's Walkabout fundraiser: Today; Vino100, 110 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. Vino100 will donate 10 percent of profits today to The Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation to support research and educational programs. Heidi at (630) 279-9437.

Octoberfest dinner: The Knights of Columbus Regina Council will host Octoberfest dinners each Friday in October from 4:30-8 p.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 181 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Dinners include bratwurst, Bavarian breast of chicken, German potato salad, sauerkraut, rye bread and dessert for $7. $1 extra for salad bar. Beer wine and soft drinks also available. (847) 537-2740.

Tip-Off luncheon fundraiser: Chicago Bulls Tip-Off luncheon: 11 a.m. Friday; Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. $80 includes lunch. Proceeds benefit CharitaBulls. For tickets, (312) 455-4122 or CR@bulls.com.

Journeys from PADS to HOPE: Journeys from PADS to HOPE "Bid for HOPE" silent and live auction: 6 p.m. Friday; Stonegate Conference Centre, 2401 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. $75. Ashley (847) 963-9163, ext. 22.

Anniversary celebration: Alexian Center for Mental Health 45th anniversary celebration: 4-6 p.m. Friday; 3350 Salt Creek Lane, Unit 114, Arlington Heights. Guests speakers, client artwork. (847) 952-7464.

Elgin Youth Symphony: Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra Grape Expectations fundraiser: 7:30 p.m. Friday; Fox Valley University and Business Center at Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. $45. (847) 841-7700.

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

Gift of Life gala: National Kidney Foundation of Illinois Gift of Life gala: 6 p.m. Saturday; Westin River North, 320 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. (312) 321-1500.

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

St. James Hospital gala: St. James Hospital "Field of Champions" gala: 6:30 p.m. Saturday; Cadillac Club at Soldier Field, Chicago. Black-tie optional. (708) 756-1000, ext. 3480 for sponsorship and ticket information.

AKARama 2007: Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., fundraiser: 6:30 p.m., Saturday; Hyatt Regency, 151 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago. $85. For raffle tickets and information, call Charlene at (312) 923-9930.

Children's Memorial Hospital: Northwest Suburban Guild of Children's Memorial Hospital Breeder's Cup benefit party: Saturday, Arlington Park Race Track, Arlington Heights. $75. (847) 934-1015.

Liver center fundraiser: The Gastrointestinal Liver Disease Council at the University of Illinois Medical Center fundraising gala, "An Evening of Sweetness": 6:30 p.m. Saturday; The Fairmont Hotel, 200 N. Columbus Drive, Chicago. Benefit the newly opened Walter Payton Liver Center.

"Buddy Daze": The Buddy Foundation's "Buddy Daze": 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; Advantage Chrysler/Jeep, Des Plaines. Wanda the Witch photos, music, food, games, prizes, come in costume.

Harvest Moon Happenings: First United Methodist Church of Arlington Heights Harvest Moon Happenings dinner and silent auction: 5 p.m. Saturday; 1903 E. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. Catered dinner buffet, live auction. (847) 255-5112 or www.ahfumc.org. $10; $5 for children under 12.

Fashion show and banquet: Living Faith Cathedral Worship Center Church seventh anniversary fashion show and benefit banquet: 4 p.m. Sunday; Hyatt Regency Woodfield, 1800 E. Golf Road, Schaumburg. Tickets $75 for adults; $37.50 for those under 13. Call (847) 382-1830 for reservations or ticket information.

Tailgate benefit: Self-Help Closet and Pantry of Des Plaines fourth annual Tailgate fundraiser: 11:30 a.m. Sunday; Club Casa Cafe, 353 N. River Road, Des Plaines. $35 at the door. Debbie (847) 337-1443 or Tom (847) 827-5959.

Chinatown Chamber gala: Chinatown Chamber of Commerce anniversary celebration gala and Miss Friendship Ambassador Pageant: Sunday; Hilton Chicago, Chicago. $125, reservations required. (312) 326-5320.

Soles4Souls Inc., shoe drive: The Women's Fellowship of St. Peter Community Church is sponsoring a shoe drive for Soles4Souls Inc. through Oct. 31. Men's women's and children's new and lightly worn shoes and boots can be dropped off at the church, 2700 Willow Road, Northbrook, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday. (847) 272-2246.

November

"Spirit of Youth" benefit: National Runaway Switchboard "Spirit of Youth" benefit: 6 p.m. Nov. 1; Drake Hotel, Chicago. $150. (773) 289-1727.

Rock the Cure fundraiser: Bucket Number 6 plays Rock the Cure fundraiser: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1; Durty Nellies, Palatine. Rock and dance hits from the '70s through today. Benefit Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. (847) 707-7664.

Chicago Humanities Festival benefit gala: Chicago Humanities Festival benefit gala, "In Harmony": 5 p.m. Nov. 2; Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. $500 before Friday. (312) 661-1028 ext. 16 or www.chfestival.org.

Service Club gala: Service Club of Chicago James Bond-inspired gala: Nov. 2; Four Season Hotel, Chicago. $375. (847) 441-6362.

"Celebrate Ability": Special Leisure Services Foundation "Celebrate Ability" event: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 2; Meridian Banquets, 1701 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Entertainment, raffle, action, dinner, dancing. $70. Nanette (847) 392-2848.

Jubilation at James: The 13th annual Jubilation at James "Nightfall at Lotus Pagoda" fundraiser: Nov. 3; St. James Parish Center, Arlington Heights. Live and silent auction, dinner, raffles, special guest. $115. Proceeds benefit new school and formation center building project. (847) 253-5519.

"65 Roses" gala: The Greater Illinois Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 65 Roses Gala: 6 p.m. Nov. 3; Arlington Park Racetrack, 2200 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. VIP ticket $200; event ticket $125. (312) 236-4491, ext. 101.

Panhellenic Scholarship Foundation: Panhellenic Scholarship Foundation awards gala: Nov. 3; Cathedral Hall of the University Club of Chicago. Emcee, Bill Kurtis, Emmy award-winning TV news anchor, journalist and producer. (312) 357-6432.

Coat and blanket drive: St. Peter Community Church coat and blanket drive: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 3; 2700 Willow Road, lower level, Northbrook. Clean, new or slightly used coats and blankets will be collected for donation to local shelters. (847) 272-2246.

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois: Women's Network of Lutheran Social Services Amicus Certus Gala: Nov. 3; Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago. Honoree is Dr. Peter Benson, president of the Search Institute. $300 per person. Advance reservations required, sponsorships available. Ed (847) 635-4656 or Edward.Newton@LSSI.org.

Pop & Pretzels concert: Buffalo Grove High School Friends of the Orchestra 29th annual Pop & Pretzels concert: 7 p.m. Nov. 3; 1100 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove. Classical, jazz and contemporary music performed by high school students. $12 at the door, benefits student events and musical performance trips.

Miracle Awards gala: Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School Miracle Awards Gala: 11:30 a.m. Nov. 4; Hilton Northbrook Allgauer's, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook. $75; children $25. (847) 297-4660.

"Putting on the Ritz": Wheeling/Prospect Heights Area Chamber of Commerce "Putting on the Ritz with Restaurant Row" fundraiser: 5:30 p.m. Nov. 7; Westin Chicago North Shore hotel, 601 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. Signature dishes from the Restaurant Row Hospitality Group, raffle, live music, silent and live auction. (847) 541-0170.

"Rockin' for a Cure": Dads' Chapter of the Leukemia Research Foundation third annual Rockin' for a Cure: 7 p.m. Nov. 8; Durty Nellies Pub, 180 N. Smith St., Palatine. Live bands include Replay, LiveWire, more. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. (847) 424-0600 or www.leukemia-research.org.

Chefs Auction: March of Dimes Chicago Signature Chefs Auction: 5 p.m. Nov. 8; Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers, 301 E. North Water St., Chicago. $175. (312) 596-4721. www.marchofdimes.com/illinois

Wine tasting to benefit Alzheimer's Association: Alzheimer's Association "A Toast to Remember" kickoff event: 6-8 p.m. Nov. 9; Wine Styles, 40 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Taste eight different wines, sampling of light appetizers. $20 per person. Jennifer (847) 933-2413.

St. Jude Auxiliary Board: St. Jude Auxiliary Board "Swingin' Under the Harvest Moon" gala: 7 p.m. Nov. 9; Galleria Marchetti, 825 W. Erie St., Chicago. $85 in advance; $100 at the door. (773) 784-6704.

Palatine Women's club luncheon: Palatine Women's Club luncheon/auction: 10:30 a.m. Nov. 10; Cotillion, 360 S. Creekside Road, Palatine. Silent auction, bake sale, raffle, lunch. $32 per person, cash bar. Make check payable to Palatine Women's Club and mail before Oct. 26 to: Palatine Women's Club, P.O. Box 1822, Palatine, IL 60078-1822, attention, J. Jensen-auction. (847) 358-1147.

Charity casino night: Hawthorn Woods Women's Club annual charity casino night, "Diamonds and Denim": 6:30 p.m. Nov. 10 to 1 a.m. Nov. 11; Royal Melbourne Country Club, Long Grove. Vegas-style gambling, Texas Hold 'em tournament, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, light buffet. Casual chic dress, wear your favorite denim and "Bling." Benefits Lake County shelters. $65 before Nov. 1; $75 after. Hold 'em tournament entry is $50. www.hwwc.info.

Gala to benefit lung cancer research: Lungevity Foundation fall benefit: 7 p.m. Nov. 10, Navy Pier's Crystal Gardens, Chicago. $175: $200 at the door. (773) 281-5864 or www.lungevity.org.

Bartlett Learning Center: Bartlett Learning Center "Starlight and Magic" dinner: 6 p.m. Nov. 10; Villa Olivia Country Club, Route 20 and Naperville Road, Bartlett. For reservations, (630) 289-4275.

Brunch: Glenkirk's 10th annual benefit brunch: Nov. 11; Ravinia Green Country Club, 1200 Saunders Road, Riverwoods. Benefits Glenkirk's Next Generation Services. (847) 272-5111 or www.glenkirk.org.

Glenkirk's benefit brunch: Glenkirk benefit brunch: 11 a.m. Nov. 11; Ravinia Green Country Club, 1200 Saunders Road, Riverwoods. Brunch, raffles, entertainment. $100. www.benefitbrunch.org. or (847) 272-5111.

Woodfield Women's Connection: Woodfield Women's Connection "Bid on a Basket" auction: 6-8:30 p.m., Nov. 12; Poplar Creek Country Club, 1400 Popular Creek Drive, Hoffman Estates. Dinner and program, $16 before Nov. 7 by e-mail wwwconnection@msn.com or by calling Midkey at (847) 490-9881.

Wine and culinary tasting: LuxeHome and Wine Spectator international wine and culinary tasting: 5-6 p.m. VIP reception; 6-8 p.m. wine and culinary event Nov. 16; Merchandise Mart, 222 merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago. $75; $150 VIP. Benefits Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago. (312) 527-7939.

Chicago Stereo Camera Club: Chicago Stereo Camera Club's 59th annual Chicago Lighthouse International Exhibition of Stereo Photography: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16, Illinois Institute of Technology, Rice Campus, 201 E. Loop Drive, Wheaton; and 2 p.m. Nov. 17, Oakton Community College, Hartstein Campus, room A151, 7701 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie. (847) 966-3811.

Edward F. Konopasek Foundation: Edward F. Konopasek Foundation fundraiser: 7 p.m. Nov. 30; Makray Memorial Golf Club, 1010 S. Northwest Highway, Barrington. Hors d'oeuvres, door prizes, live and silent auction, raffle. Benefits scholarships. Donna (847) 382-6651.

January

Purple Moon event: LFAI Chapter of the Lupus Foundation of America Purple Moon event: 6 p.m. Jan. 24; Joe's Sports Bar, 940 W. Weed St., Chicago. $50-$75. (312) 542-0002. Latrice@lupusil.org.

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Buddy shelter: The Buddy Foundation, a nonprofit, no-kill animal rescue organization, has broken ground for a shelter in Arlington Heights and is selling engraved bricks for the shelter's entrance as a fundraiser. If you are interested in purchasing a brick engraved with your pet's name, call (847) 813-7206 and ask for a shelter project consultant. Donations of supplies, manpower and funds are also being accepted.

Cookbook: WINGS Safe House cookbook: More than 400 recipes. $12 per book benefits the WINGS domestic violence safe house. If ordering more than one, the books are $10 each. Shipping is $2 per book. Place an order at www.wingsprogram.com or call Silvia Manetti at (847) 908-0910, ext. 29.

Crochet, knit or quilt for babies: Stitches From The Heart needs volunteers to knit, crochet or quilt blankets, sweaters and hats for babies in need. These items are donated to hospitals all over the country. Patterns available. Donated yarn is also needed for seniors and children's knitting programs. Call Kathy Silverton at (866) 472-6903 or address e-mail to StitchFrom Heart@aol.com.

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