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 from ticket sales 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:ŒIllinois 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.

"Keeping the Lights On": The Emergency Fund's annual "Keeping the Lights On" fundraiser: 8 p.m. Oct. 6; FLATFILEgalleries, 217 Carpenter, Chicago. $45-$55. (312) 379-0301, ext. 16.

Pet contest and bake sale: Four Paws Animal Foundation pet contest and bake sale: 10:30 a.m. Oct. 6; Hoosier Grove Park, Streamwood. (630) 289-0478.

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.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society: The Joe Lessman Division of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society fundraising dinner at Graziano's: 4-9 p.m. Oct. 8; 5960 W. Touhy Ave, Niles. (847) 297-4854.

"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.

"Chicago is … Red Hot": The Apparel Industry Board's fashion show: 6 p.m. Oct. 11; Chase Promenade North, Millennium Park, Chicago. (312) 836-1041.

"Navigating the Future": Northwest Community Hospital's 49th annual fashion show and luncheon: 10 a.m. Oct. 12; Meadows Club, 2950 W. Golf Road, Rolling Meadows. $60; reserved tables of 10 are $600. Proceeds benefit the Hospital's Breast Center by funding a "patient navigator" position. For reservations, call (847) 618-4260

Golf Classic to benefit pediatric cancer foundation: Paige Nicole White Pediatric Cancer Foundation Golf Classic: Oct. 12; Seven Bridges Golf Club, Woodridge. $225 per person. (312) 498-8577.

Rummage sale: Barrington United Methodist Women rummage sale: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Oct. 12 and 9 a.m.-noon Oct. 13; 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington. Proceeds benefit local charities. (847) 836-5540.

"Run for Cover": Home Builders Association of Greater Chicago second annual "Run For Cover" 5k fun run/walk: Oct. 13; Busse Woods, Elk Grove Village. Benefits HomeAid Chicago. Register on-line at www.runforcover5k.com. $25; $10 for kids 12 and younger.

Trinity Hospital gala: Advocate Trinity Hospital "We've Got Heart" gala: Oct. 13; Soldier Field's Cadillac Club, Chicago. NBC-5 News sports anchor Ryan Baker will serve as emcee. Sponsorships available. (773) 967-5794.

Michael Joseph Foundation benefit dinner: Michael Joseph Foundation dinner and auction: Oct. 13; Sanfilippo Estate, Barrington Hills. Dinner, silent auction, tour. Benefits transitional housing, counseling and job training for families in crisis. (847) 639-2334.

Ron Santo Walk: The 29th annual Ron Santo Walk to Cure Diabetes: 8:30 a.m. Oct. 14; Busse Woods, Ned Brown section, Golf Road, just east of Route 53, Schaumburg. Walk, lunch, entertainment, children's activities. (312) 670-0313.

Partnership Walk: Chicago Partnership Walk: 10:30 a.m. Oct. 14; Millennium Park. To register, (877) 999-9255. Chicago@partnershipwalk.org.

City of Hope walk: City of Hope 13th annual Walk For Hope to Cure Breast Cancer: Oct. 14; Illinois Science + Technology Park, Skokie. 5K family-oriented walk and event. (312) 781-9290, ext. 13.

Ron Santo Walk: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation of Illinois hosts annual Ron Santo Walk to Cure Diabetes: Oct. 14; Busse Woods, Schaumburg; Independence Grove, Libertyville; Community Park, Lisle; Lawrence Avenue at the lake, Chicago. For specific location information and to register, call (312) 670-0313 or www.jdrfillinois.org/walk/walk.

Amici d' Italia Association dinner dance: Amici d' Italia "To Autism with Love" dinner dance Oct. 19; Victoria's BeauJolie, 9950 W. Lawrence Ave., Schiller Park. (773) 836-1595.

Fall used book sale: Friends of the Palatine Library Fall Used Book sale: 6-9 p.m. Oct. 19; 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 20; and 12:30 p.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 21, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. There will be a $5 admission charge on Oct. 19 for non-members. Free admission Oct. 20 and 21. Proceeds benefit the library.

Y-Me Illinois Big Night Out: Y-Me Illinois Big Night Out-Indulgence for a Cause: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19; Union Station, Chicago. $125. (312) 364-9071. www.y-me.org/illinois.

Tip-Off luncheon fundraiser: Chicago Bulls Tip-Off luncheon: 11 a.m. Oct. 26; Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. $80 includes lunch. Proceeds benefit CharitaBulls. For tickets, (312) 455-4122 or CR@bulls.com.

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.

Gift of Life gala: National Kidney Foundation of Illinois Gift of Life gala: 6 p.m. Oct. 27; Westin River North, 320 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. (312) 321-1500.

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.

Fashion show and banquet: Living Faith Cathedral Worship Center Church seventh anniversary fashion show and benefit banquet: 4 p.m. Oct. 28; 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. Make reservations by Oct. 12.

November

Wonderland of Lights: Clearbrook will host its third annual Wonderland of Lights Show starting Thanksgiving day and every night, all holidays included, through New Years 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.

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

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 Oct. 19. (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.

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.

"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 Nellie's 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.

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.

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.

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. www.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.

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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Tootsie Roll drive: Holy Rosary Council No. 4483 Knights of Columbus seek donations to help underwrite the cost of Tootsie Rolls, which will be distributed during its annual Mental Health Tootsie Roll drive. Sponsorship of the $17.25 per case fee will help serve the mentally and physically challenged members of the community. Make checks payable to Holy Rosary Council 44873 and mail, along with your name and address to: Holy Rosary Council, 15 N. Hickory Ave., Arlington Heights.

Help Clearbook: Clearbrook is seeking volunteers to collect money and pass out Jelly Belly candy for its Jelly Belly Days fundraiser Sept. 6 and 7. Individuals of all ages, schools, organization and business who would like to volunteer and/or donate can call Janis Edelheit at (847) 385-5008 for information.

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 shores 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.

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 by visiting www.wingsprogram.com or call Silvia Manetti at (847) 908-0910, ext. 29.

Entertainment books: Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea is selling 2008 Entertainment Books for the Chicago North/Northwest, Chicago Central/West and Chicago South for $20. The books contain coupons for dining, fast food, movies, sports activities, special attractions and travel. For information, call (847) 634-0777.

Entertainment books sales benefit Niles parish: Our Lady of Ransom Parish, Niles, is selling Entertainment 2008 Books for $20. The book offers a variety of values on restaurants, travel, movies, car rentals, fast food and more. Proceeds benefit the parish. To obtain a book, contact Josephine at (847) 823-2550.

Resale shop: The Kenneth Young Center Resale Shop, 1150 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, is seeking volunteers to work on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. or on Saturday for a three-hour shift. For information, e-mail Betty at bettyj@kennethyoung.org.

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 e-mail StitchFrom Heart@aol.com.