Lake Co. fundraisers

Events that raise money for some type of charity, including galas, golf outings, shopping events, charity auctions, etc. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Oct. 24

Growing with Grace: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Grace Lutheran Church, 501 Valley Park Drive, Libertyville. Get an early start on holiday shopping with goods from several vendors; proceeds will go to the "Growing with Grace" children's playground program for new equipment. For information including a complete list of vendors, visit aboutgracelutheran.org. Call (847) 367-7050.

Dinner and Bake Auction: 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Federated Church of Wauconda, 200 S. Barrington Road, Wauconda. Annual Fall Dinner and Bake Auction. Chili, cornbread, and ice cream will be served. All proceeds benefit the Lake County PADS Program and needs in and around Wauconda Township. Call (847) 526-8471.

Keep Music Alive: 7-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, North Chicago High School Auditorium, 1717 17th St., North Chicago. Fundraiser for the North Chicago High School Music Department, featuring Brass From The Past. Tickets are $12.

Oct. 25

Howl'oween Howl: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, K-9 Playtime, 403 Washington Blvd., Mundelein. Admission is $5 per dog, $10 for multiple-dog homes to benefit local pet charities. The event will include a costume contest at noon, group playtime, a pet photographer, rescue and adoption groups, food, games and raffles. For information, visit k-9playtimeinc.com.

Spooktacular Pancake Breakfast: 8 a.m. to noon, Sunday, Oct. 25, Lake Zurich "Old Firehouse," on Old Rand Road south of Route 22, Lake Zurich. To support the LZ Elite Cheerleaders' effort to raise funds for their national cheer competition. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for ages 8 and under. Breakfast includes all-you-can-eat pancakes and coffee or apple juice; sausage and orange juice $1. For information call Vickie Lehar, at (847) 208-7213 or visit www.lzelite.com.

Fall Boutique: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Shop 20 vendors including fused glass, jewelry, Mary Kay. Lia Sophia, children's books, Beijo Bags, needlepoint, art work, handcrafted personalized items, etc.

Oct. 26

Buffalo Grove Afternoon Hadassah: Monday, Oct. 26, Grove Banquet Hall, 301 Weiland Road, Buffalo Grove. Fundraising meeting and dairy brunch. Program by Regina Webster, actress, comedienne and vocalist. $36. (847) 205-1900 or northshore@Hadassah.org.

Oct. 27

Handbag and Accessories Trunk Sale: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 27 and 28, Advocate Condell Medical Center main lobby, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Purses, wallets, capes, scarves, watches, sunglasses and more will be for sale. Proceeds benefit Advocate Condell Medical Center. For more info, call the Auxiliary Office at (847) 990-5615.

Nov. 6

Lee Stern fundraiser: 8 and 10 p.m., Friday, Nov. 6, Zanies Comedy Night Club, 230 Hawthorn Village Commons, Vernon Hills. Comedian Tommy Johnagain will perform. Funds raised will go to purchase a Ness N200 advanced therapy system to help former ice and in-line hockey player, coach, and referee Lee Stern regain his strength and mobility after a stroke. Tickets are $25 each, and there is a two item food/beverage minimum. For tickets, call Allyne, at (847) 373-7586; donations can be sent to Lee Stern Fund, Creative Events by Allyne, 3345 Commercial Ave., Northbrook, IL. 60062.

Nov. 14

Charity Casino Night: 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Nov. 14, Kemper Lakes Golf Club, Hawthorn Woods. Las Vegas-style gambling, Texas Hold'em tournament, silent auction, buffet, entertainment, dancing. $50. Entrance fee for the hold'em tournament is an additional $40. Visit hwwc.info.

Ongoing

It Can Be Done: Mondays and Tuesdays, Francesca's Intimo, 293 E Illinois Road, Lake Forest. Francesca's Intimo has agreed to donate 15 percent of patrons' bills to the nonprofit organization It Can Be Done! on Mondays and Tuesdays if the customer mentions the organization to a restaurant employee. The proceeds will benefit the purchasing of a drill to construct wells throughout the 12 villages of Uru on Mount Kilimanjaro, providing the 30,000 people living there with freshwater. For information or to donate, visit itcanbedoneafrica.org or e-mail Barbara Joye at barbarajoye@gmail.com.

Fireworks raffle: Through Nov 30. Island Lake residents working along with the village to raise money for 2010 fireworks are holding a raffle through Monday, Nov 30. Each of 10 winners will receive a "Big Boom Bucket" filled with gifts, coupons and services from area businesses. Raffle tickets are $5 each or three for $10. The drawing will be held at Island Lake Village Hall on Dec 10. The winner need not be present. To buy raffle tickets or make a donation, call Pauline Rohrer, at (847) 526-0081.