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News of the week

On-line auction: District 214 Community Education on-line auction: starting Feb. 1, go to CE214.org for a preview of the items and to connect to the link on eBay to place your bid. Items and packages $25 and up. For questions, call Mary at (847) 718-7708.

January

"A Toast to the Town": Mount Prospect Historical Society and Vino 100 host "A Toast to the Town," a champagne and sparkling wine tasting: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, 110 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. Hors d' oeuvres and light snacks. Adults over 21 only. $10 at the door. Benefits the operation of the Mount Prospect Historical Society. (847) 392-9006.

Spaghetti dinner and Italian fun fest: Community Presbyterian Church spaghetti dinner and Italian fun fest: 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, 407 N. Main St., Mount Prospect. Pasta, salad, garlic bread and dessert will be served. Includes entertainment, raffle. $7 for adults; $3.50 for ages 4-12; free for children under age 4. (847) 392-3112.

Wheeling Township Democrats: Wheeling Township Democrats fundraiser with Congressman Jan Schakowsky: 3-5 p.m. Sunday at La Chicanita restaurant, 200 N. Dunton Ave., Arlington Heights. Donations $25 per person, $40 per couple. Sponsorship levels: $100, $250 or $500. For reservations, wheelingtownshipdems@yahoo.com.

Chili Cook-off: Trinity Lutheran Church Senior High Ministry Group Chili Cook-off: 12:30 p.m. Sunday; 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. Supports a mission trip to Toronto, Canada. $20 per family, $5 per individual and $3 for children. (847) 827-6656.

February

District 62 fundraiser: District 62 Foundation "Satire Night Live" Improv Unlimited's show: 6 p.m. Feb. 1; Grazie! Ristorante and Banquets, Des Plaines. Three-course dinner, raffles, silent auction, fun concert show. $40 per person. Benefits learning opportunities for District 62 students.

Silent auction: St. Zachary's Church 15th annual silent auction "Let's Celebrate": 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Feb. 1; Parish Life Center behind the church at 567 W. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. Tickets $20. For information, call the parish ministry center at (847) 956-7020.

Fat Tuesday pancake dinner: Trinity Lutheran Church Fat Tuesday pancake dinner: 5-7 p.m. Feb. 5, 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. All-you-can-eat pancakes. Benefits a youth summer mission trip to Toronto, Canada. $5 for adults or $20 per family at the door or in advance at the church office.

Bread for the Journey: Bread for the Journey, Chicago, Swing dancing fundraiser: 7 p.m. Feb. 8; Unity Northwest Church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines. $25 per person at the door; $20 in advance. Light food and beverages will be served. Includes raffle, silent auction. Call Diane at (708) 785-7566 for tickets. Visit breadforthejourney.org for information.

Valentine Fun Bowl: Des Plaines Community Senior Center's 11th annual Valentine Fun Bowl: Feb. 10; Sims Bowl, Des Plaines. For information or to donate raffle prizes, call (847) 768-5944.

Trivia Night: Kappa Delta Chicago Northwest Suburban Alumnae Association's third annual Trivia Night: 6 p.m. Feb. 16; Queen of the Rosary School, Elk Grove Village. Trivia contest, silent auction, raffles, more. Benefits Shelter, Inc. and Prevent Child Abuse America. For information or to register, visit www.kdnwchicagoaa.org.

Eric Elias Foundation: Eric Elias Foundation dinner dance: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 23; Manzo's Banquets, 1571 S. Elmhurst Road, Des Plaines. $55 per person. Ann (815) 397-1055 or Kathy (847) 226-4924.