Northwest suburban fundraisers

Events that raise money for some type of charity, including galas, golf outings, rummage sales, shopping events, fashion shows, picnics and sport nights. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

July 23

2009 Summer Soiree: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, Ron Durchin's Autowerks of Northbrook, 1827 Janke Drive, Northbrook. North Suburban Medical Research Junior Board's Summer Soiree. $150 per person benefit pediatric medical research at Children's Memorial Hospital. (847) 433-4227.

Fremd Booster Club rummage sale: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, July 31 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, William Fremd High School parking lot and cafeteria, Palatine. Donations can be dropped off at Fremd High School starting Thursday, July 23. Call Wayne Hoffman, (847) 924-3498 to schedule pick up of your donations. Proceeds benefit various clubs and activities of Fremd High School.

July 24

Rummage sale: St. Philip Lutheran Church, 1609 Pfingsten Road, Glenview, will have a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 24, and Saturday, July 25.

Spike for Kids Charity volleyball tournament: Entries close at 1 p.m. Friday, July 24, for the tournament being held Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26, at Maryville Academy, 1150 N. River Road, Des Plaines. Download entry forms from spikeforkids.com or call Ellen at (847) 294-1982.

Noche de Gala: 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 24, Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave. Office for Hispanic Catholics celebrates the annual Noche de Gala awards recognition dinner. $65. (312) 534-1080.

Mount Prospect Historical Society: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, Alexian Field, Schaumburg. See a Schaumburg Flyers game and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Mount Prospect Historical Society. $15 before Friday, July 24, to Greg Peerbolte, at (847) 392-9006 or gtpeerbolte@mtphistory.org.

Immanuel Lutheran rummage sale: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, July 24 and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, July 25, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 200 N. Plum Grove Road, Palatine. Benefits the medical expenses of a church family. (847) 359-1549.

July 25

Car wash: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, July 25, 1602 E. Central Road, Arlington Heights. Benefits the Juvenile Diabetes research Foundation. Includes raffle.

Shredding event: 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, July 25, Re/Max Showcase, 25884 N. Route 83, Long Grove. Bring up to three boxes of personal documents to shred for a donation of $5 to Children's Memorial Hospital.

Third Time's a Charm Poker Run: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 25, Chicago Harley-Davidson, 2929 Patriot Ave., Prospect Heights. Food, music, prizes, raffles. $25 rider; $10 passenger, all wheels welcome. Benefits Northfield Township Food Pantry. windycityhog.org.

AAUW Bake and Book Sale: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 25, Deerfield Farmer's Market, Northwest corner of Deerfield Road and Robert York Avenue, Deerfield. The Deerfield Area Branch of the American Association of University Women will sell books and baked goods to support scholarships for designated female graduating seniors at Deerfield, Highland Park and Stevenson High Schools. For information, call (847) 955-1708.

Clearbrook Warehouse sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, July 25 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, July 26, Clearbrook Betz Workshop, 746 S. Vermont Ave., Palatine. Strollers, toys, child proofing supplies and more. Document Destruction service $4 per box on Saturday, July 25, only. Benefits children and adults with disabilities. (847) 385-5070.

July 26

Rummage sale: The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea will host its Annual Rummage Sale from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, in the Beth Judea Social Hall. Beth Judea is located on Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove. The Sisterhood will be accepting gently used clothing and household goods beginning Sunday, July 26, through Friday, July 31. No items will be accepted during the day of the rummage sale. Tax receipts will be available. The Sisterhood cannot accept bathing suits, socks, underwear, computer hardware, or large furniture and appliances. (847) 634-0777.

Wing Fest: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, July 26, Alumni Club, 871 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg. Judge who has the best wings in the Northwest Suburbs to benefit the Woodfield Area Children's Organization. $20 donation at the door includes unlimited wings, two drink tickets, raffle prizes, live entertainment. Ages 21 and over. (847) 397-3100 or alumniclubchicago.com.

Motorcycle ride and show: 8:30 a.m. registration Sunday, July 27, St. Marcelline Parish, 822 S. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. $35 per rider; $15 per passenger. Ride to the far Western suburbs, picnic from noon-5 p.m. and motorcycle show. Benefits the Society of St. Vincent DePaul. Jim, (847) 985-1503 or Tom, (847) 524-9676.

Lou Gehrig Day at Wrigley Field: 11 a.m. Sunday, July 26. Attendees are treated to a pre-game party at Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield, Chicago, then to Wrigley Field to see the Cubs take on the Reds. $110. (847) 679-3311 or events@lesturnerals.org.

July 27

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation golf outing: Monday, July 27, Boulder Ridge Country Club, Lake in the Hills. For information, call Robert Schmitz, (847) 394-4400 or info@rschmitz.com.

Sweet Baby Ray's Benefit Day for Clearbrook: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday, July 27, 800 E. Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village. Eat at Sweet Baby Ray's and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Clearbrook's programs and services. Event flyer must be presented. Visit clearbrooik.org, click "Events" then "Sweet Baby Ray's" for flyer and information.

July 30

Dance performance: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 30, Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights. Jagged Edge Dance Company, Schaumburg, performs to benefit Children's Memorial Hospital. $20 adults; $12 children. For tickets contact Lisa at pendzimazlisa@comcast.net.

Rotary Night at Alexian Field: Thursday, July 30, Alexian Field, Schaumburg. See the Schaumburg Flyers play and 100% of the proceeds from the game will help sponsor local, national and international charities that are supported by Schaumburg A.M. Rotary. Purchase tickets online at rotaryfundraiser.org.

July 31

Fremd Booster Club rummage sale: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, July 31 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, William Fremd High School parking lot and cafeteria, Palatine. Proceeds benefit various clubs and activities of Fremd High School.

Aug. 8

Chick-n-Chop: Immanuel United Church of Christ in Streamwood will offer its annual Chick-n-Chop from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. There will be an arts and crafts event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and a cookie walk at noon. Entertainment will be provided by the Banjo Buddies Dixieland Jazz Trio. The prices are for full meal: $12 in advance and $13 at the door; for half meal: $10 in advance and $11 at the door; and for hot dog meal: $4 in advance and $5 at the door. Immanuel United Church of Christ is located at 1500 Old Church Road, Streamwood. (630) 837-0190, www.streamwoodiucc.org

Aug. 12

Links Technology Cup Golf outing: 11 a.m. shotgun start Wednesday, Aug. 12, Schaumburg Golf Club, 401 N. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. $150 includes practice range warmup, 18 holes of golf with cart, contests, prizes and a barbecue dinner. Benefits the Schaumburg Park Foundation. To register visit, schaumburggolf.com/events/linkscup.aspx. For information, (847) 885-9000.