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2011 Celestial Ball

The Women's Board of the Adler Planetarium toasted their champagne to ''Supernova,'' the annual fund-raising benefit for the treasured Chicago attraction.… Read more

Launch Party for Sugar Chic Designs

The North Shore's own and longtime Sheridan Road contributor Amy DiTomasso kicked off the start of her business, Sugar Chic, during a launch party at Epoch in Chicago.… Read more

UCCRFAB Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Show

The ever-stylish members and supporters of the University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board (UCCRFAB) took over Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park for a fashion show and cocktails.… Read more

Children's Home + Aid Womans Board 91st Gala

Kicking off fall as one of the seasons most significant events, the Woman's Board of Children's Home + Aid hosted their annual gala at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago.… Read more

The 27th American Craft Exposition Preview Party

Before the much-beloved American Craft Exposition Show (ACE) opened to the general public for the weekend, art lovers gathered at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion in Evanston to see the latest in handmade art during the Preview Party.… Read more

La Grande Preserve: A Benefit for the Openlands Lakeshore Preserve

Supporters of the Openlands Lakeshore Preserve, located in Fort Sheridan, toasted the premiere of the North Shore's newest environmental gem during a French-themed afternoon on the grounds.… Read more

YEA! Highland Park Benefit

Supporters of YEA! Highland Park gathered on the grounds of Ravinia on a fine summer evening to hear the Chicago Symphony Orchestra conducted by Itzhak Perlman.… Read more

85th Annual Style Under the Stars

The Winnetka Board of Northwestern University Settlement House and its stylish supporters took over the elegant Michigan Shores Club in Wilmette to host its annual fashion show.… Read more

Fashion's Night Out at Neiman Marcus Northbrook

Hundreds gathered on the upper level of Neiman Marcus Northbrook to take in a fall trends runway show during ''Fashion's Night Out,'' an event being celebrated across the country.… Read more

Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden Annual Harvest Ball

For the 13th year in a row, the Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden saw more than 500 guests through its triumphant early fall grounds, as supporters gathered for the Harvest Ball.… Read more

6th Annual Couture & Cocktails

Dubbed ''the most stylish event in Chicago,'' the Womens Board of The Joffrey Ballet hosted Couture & Cocktails at The HudsonChicago's hottest new event venue.… Read more

56th Annual Gold Coast Fashion Award Show

The Gold Coast Fashion Award Show once again did not disappoint, as more than 1,350 supporters of The Children's Service Board of Children's Memorial Hospital took in lunch and a high-energy, high-fashion runway show at the Chicago Hilton.… Read more

Polo Cup Charity Event

Polo returned to the North Shore during a match featuring the Villa del Lago polo team to benefit Equestrian Connection, an organization that provides therapeutic horse riding for those living with disabilities.… Read more

2011 Bagpipes & Bonfire

Serving as the North Shore's kickoff to fall, supporters of Lake Forest Open Lands gathered at the Middlefork Farm Nature Preserve to cheer on this autumnal tradition.… Read more

American Cancer Society Women's Board 26th Annual Fashion Show

Guests of the Women's Board took in a shoe- and handbag-themed fashion show featuring Jimmy Choo, Gucci, Valentino, and Prada, during the American Cancer Society's festive event sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue at the Palmer House Hilton.… Read more

Purses with Purpose Event

The Alex Gerrard Scholarship Fund held their annual Purses with Purpose Event at Northmoor Country Club, in which supporters donated slightly used, high-end designer bags for a silent auction to benefit Keshet at Camp Chi.… Read more

Annual Driehaus Party in Lake Geneva

Inese and Richard H. Driehaus welcomed guests to their Lake Geneva estate to celebrate the 69th birthday of the philanthropist and business leader.… Read more

Gasoline Alley Gala

Serving as the Glencoe Historical Society's major fund-raiser, the Gasoline Alley Gala paid homage to the late Glencoe resident Frank King and his syndicated comic strip.… Read more

39th Annual Hospitals' Gala at Navy Pier

More than 650 supporters of The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Evanston and Glenbrook Hospitals were transported to the Greek Isles at the organizations 39th Annual Hospitals' Gala at Navy Pier.… Read more

The Shedd Aquarium's Sea Jelly Soiree

In celebration of Shedd Aquarium's newest temporary exhibit entitled ''Jellies,'' more than 850 guests cheered the mesmerizing creatures during the major Chicago cultural attraction's annual gala.… Read more

Midtown Athletic's White Hot Summer Party

The premiere sports resort, Midtown Athletic Club, threw a pre-July 4 celebration poolside at their Bannockburn location, where the direction for attire was simple: wear white.… Read more

Loyal Academy Ramble 2011 Auction and Dinner

Beginning its second century of excellence in education, Loyola Academy in Wilmette hosted its annual auction and dinner event, transforming the schools gym into a 1960s, retro-chic playground, encompassing the theme ''The Beat Goes On.''… Read more

35th Annual Zoo Ball

Glitter and glitz reigned over the Lincoln Park Zoo during their annual Zoo Ball entitled ''Hollywood & Vines,'' including a paparazzi-lined red carpet and dry martinis.… Read more

The Ravinia Women's Board's Annual Gala Benefit

Music lovers united for a night under the stars during the Gala Benefit Evening at Ravinia, which included cocktails, a tremendous performance, and dinner, presented by the Women's Board.… Read more

The League of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's A Swinging Auction

The League of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Governing Members held their bi-annual auction, featuring cocktails, dinner, and a Benny Goodman tribute by the Michael Lerich Orchestra, at the ever-elegant Casino Club in Chicago.… Read more

Winnetka Parks Foundation's Party on the Pier

The invite suggested to come early and stay late, and late the party did go, as the Winnetka Parks Foundation took over Tower Road Beach during their annual fete celebrating life on the North Shore.… Read more

7th Annual Feed the Dream Ladies Golf Outing and Luncheon

Supporters of Feed the Dream, a North Shore-based organization committed to improving the quality of life for women and children in Guatemala, took to the links of Highland Park Country Club for a friendly morning of golf and lunch.… Read more

Chicago Botanic Garden Summer Dinner Dance

More than 475 guests enjoyed one of the most anticipated summer events on the North Shore during the 8th Annual Summer Dinner Dance at the Chicago Botanic Garden.… Read more

Glencoe Education Foundation's Glencoe Grand Prix

More than 490 cyclists and 750 enthusiasts took over the quiet North Shore community during the Glencoe Grand Prix (GGP), a USA Cycling National Racing Calendar event and State Criterium Championship.… Read more

The 62nd Annual Summer Ball: The Sky's the Limit

The Woman's Board of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago hosted nearly 500 guests at the Hilton Chicago during their annual black-tie gala, which raises funds for Chicagos most vulnerable children and the programs that help make their dreams a reality.… Read more

Have Dreams' Night of Dreams

To raise funds from Have Dreams' renowned autism intervention services, more than 300 supporters gathered at the JW Marriott in Chicago for a sold-out ''Night of Dreams.''… Read more

20th Annual Play for the Cure Golf Outing

Golfers of all skill levels turned out to ''putt for pink'' during the Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation's annual golfing out at Evanston Golf Club in Skokie.… Read more

My Best Friend's Closet's Spring Fling: Shop to Give New Hope to Women

My Best Friends Closet, Highland Park's upscale resale boutique, hosted a star-studded shopping event in support of Bottomless Closet, featuring Project Runway alums Michael Drummond and Peach Carr.… Read more

3rd Annual Gluten-Free Bowling and Bocce Night

Hundreds gathered at Pinstripes in Northbrook for a casual evening of fund-raising, to support The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center.… Read more

The Max Schewitz Foundation's MAXTRAVAGANZA

The Max Schewitz Foundation blew the roof off of Lake Forest Sportscars, as a maximum crowd of 350 packed into the luxury automobile purveyor's showroom for a night of food, auction, cocktails, and fund-raising.… Read more

The Women's Board of the Field Museum's Invitation Stuffing party

Held at the Winnetka home of Patrick and Shirley Ryan, members of the Women's Board of the Field Museum got down to the business of stuffing invitations for the upcoming gala on October 29 entitled ''Earth: Our Big Beautiful Ball.''… Read more

9th Annual Gift of Adoption North Shore Benefit

Gift of Adoption, a national charitable organization that inspires adoption by providing grants to qualified parents, hosted a benefit for the North Shore Committee entitled Groove for the Gift, at a home in Winnetka.… Read more

Music Institute of Chicago 81st Annual Gala

The more than 250 guests of the Music Institute of Chicago took in an evening of cocktails, dinner, a live auction, awards, and musical performances, as the oldest community school in Illinois celebrated their 81st Annual Gala at the Four Seasons Hotel Ch… Read more

The Ravinia Associates' Music Matters Benefit

Under its new name, The Ravinia Associates celebrated at Music Matters (formerly entitled Festa Ravinia) at Venue One in Chicago, with the theme ''Passions and Potions,'' inspired by Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet Suite.… Read more

Derek Lam Dinner

Kelly Golden, owner of Neapolitan Collection in Winnetka, hosted a dinner welcoming fashion powerhouse Derek Lam to Chicago, and celebrated his knockout fall 2011 collection amidst the surroundings of the ber-chic Sunda restaurant in Chicago.… Read more

The Winnetka Club 2011 Annual Housewalk

A sure sign of spring, the hardworking committee members of The Winnetka Club, formerly the Winnetka Woman's Club, rolled out the red carpet once again for their annual Housewalk, which included five homes selected to represent North Shore living.… Read more

Tiffany & Co. Northbrook Store Opening

The legend continues as Tiffany & Co. opened its doors to its newest 3,500-square-foot store at Northbrook Court at an aptly-themed breakfast event.… Read more

American Cancer Society Discovery Ball

Chicago's Civic Opera House was bursting at the seams with more than 1,000 supporters of the American Cancer Society's Discovery Ball, an evening that featured a Tuscan countryside theme and Academy Award-winning film composer and singer-songwriter Randy … Read more

Designer Kitchens of the North Shore Tour

Beautiful weather ushered in more than 360 guests through seven breathtaking homes during the Junior League of Evanston-North Shore's ''Designer Kitchens of the North Shore'' event.… Read more

SGA Youth & Family Services Galas

The Scholarship and Guidance Association (SGA) Youth & Family Services celebrated a century of serving Chicago's at-risk youth during an evening at the Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago.… Read more

The Medicine Ball: A Night in Old Shanghai

Held at The Peninsula Chicago, The Medicine Ball, the biggest fund-raiser of the year for The Women's Board of the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC), was an Orient-themed evening filled with cocktails, dinner, a live auction, and dancing.… Read more

The Art Center of Highland Park's Red Hot Gala

The Art Center of Highland Park fired on all pistons during their Red Hot Gala, a sultry evening of art appreciation, food, silent auction, and raffle prizes, held at their location on Sheridan Road.… Read more

The Women's Board of Catholic Charities Lake County Saks Breakfast

To kick off the Women's Board Art of Caring event in May, more than 60 supporters of Catholic Charities Lake County took in some spring fashion during a breakfast event at Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park.… Read more

24th Annual Hope Through Caring Award Dinner Dance

The Les Turner ALS Foundation held its annual award dinner dance for the 24th year in a row, set to the backdrop of the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago and to the tune of the Jack Kramer Orchestra.… Read more

100th Anniversary of East Lake Shore Drive

More than 400 of Chicago and the North Shore's social leaders saluted the 100th anniversary of the famed strip of land, named after the historic architect who built five of the eight buildings along stately East Lake Shore Drive.… Read more

Maria Pinto Personal Appearance

Mark Shale welcomed new Creative Director Maria Pinto to their Northbrook Court location, allowing their devoted customers to chat with the designer-to-the-stars on whats hot for spring and summer.… Read more

Junior Board Rush Winnetka Auxiliary Spring Fashion Show 2011

The hardworking young women of the Junior Board Rush Winnetka Auxiliary pulled off another coup with their sweet-toothed themed 2011 fashion show entitled ''Candy Land.''… Read more

The Women's Board of the Joffrey Ballet Annual Spring Gala

Touted as ''the black-tie event of the year,'' The Joffrey Ballet put its best foot forward during The Women's Board's Annual Spring Gala, featuring cocktails, auctions, dinner, and dancing.… Read more

Lake Forest ShowHouse and Gardens Preview Party

In order to kick off the 14th biennial Lake Forest Showhouse and Gardens in proper fashion, the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago hosted a Preview Party the evening before the grand opening, serving as a beautiful beginning to a month-long event.… Read more

Family Service of Winnetka-Northfield Annual Benefit Dinner

Northfield attended the organization's Annual Benefit Dinner and Auction, set to the backdrop of the historic Michigan Shores Club.… Read more

Friends of Gorton Fashion Show

The fast-paced vibe of Lake Forest Sportscars proved to be the perfect setting for the Friends of Gorton annual fashion show, a high-energy evening of spring fashion and neighborly compassion for Lake Forests true gem: Gorton Community Center.… Read more

Family Services of Glencoe Present Under the Tuscan Sun

Northmoor Country Club in Highland Park came alive during Family Service of Glencoe's (FSG) annual fund-raiser, spun with a festive Italian theme.… Read more

Shopping Party at GAVIN Evanston

In the perfect marriage of fashion and philanthropy, She She Shoppers, a local event planning agency, brought together the Evanston-based fashion leader GAVIN with the not-for-profit Boys Hope Girls Hope for an evening of shopping and raising awareness.… Read more

15th Annual Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center Luncheon

The ''Knowledge of Life'' silent auction and luncheon for the Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center and the events beneficiary, the Living in the Future (LIFE) Cancer Survivorship Program at NorthShore University HealthSystem.… Read more

NSMRJB Neiman Marcus Northbrook Breakfast

After a lively breakfast in The Zodiac at Neiman Marcus Northbrook, supporters of the North Shore Medical Research Junior Board of Children's Memorial Hospital (NSMRJB) picked up the party and moved it out to Couture.… Read more

Jewish United Fund Pillar's '11 Event at Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park

The Young Women's Board of the Jewish United Fund and Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park welcomed Kyle Richards, star of Bravo's The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, as a part of their Pillar's '11 event.… Read more

Keshet's 23rd Annual Rainbow Banquet

More than 1,300 supporters of Keshet, an organization that provides services for children with developmental disabilities, gathered at Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers for an evening of celebration and fund-raising.… Read more

Lyric Opera of Chicago's Guild Board of Director's Fantasy of the Opera

More than 550 of Chicago's cultural elite attended the ''Masked Ball'' Fantasy of the Opera Gala benefit hosted by Lyric Opera of Chicago's Guild Board of Directors on a wintry February evening.… Read more

The Cove School Together We Shine

The InterContinental Chicago O'Hare ballroom was bursting at the seams with support during The Cove Schools 2011 benefit aptly entitled ''Together We Shine.''… Read more

The University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board Spring Forward

The University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board (UCCRFAB) celebrated the season's catapult into spring with an evening at Michigan Shores Club, recognizing the culmination of a years worth of fund-raising efforts.… Read more

Misericordia's 27th Annual Women's Auxiliary Fashion Show

The much-anticipated fashion show for Misericordia, a group that is nationally recognized as one of the leading communities for children and adults with developmental disabilities, was held at The Palmer House in Chicago, hosted by the Women's Auxiliary.… Read more

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation Benefit Dinner

Tim Russert, the late moderator of NBC's Meet the Press, was honored posthumously with the Lincoln Leadership Prize by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation at a benefit dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel.… Read more

Cambell for Kids Fashion Rules Party

At an evening where fashion and goodwill got together, hundreds gathered on the upper level of Neiman Marcus-Northbrook to support Campbell for Kids, meet players from the Chicago Blackhawks, and take in a spring trends fashion show.… Read more

Winnetka Community House Wine Tasting Event

The Woman's Board held an evening of swirling and sniffing, as more than 125 supporters of the Winnetka Community House taste tested over 60 varieties of flavorful, well-priced wines.… Read more

An Evening to Imagine

More than 450 supporters of Kohl Children's Museum in Glenview came together for an evening of music, dining, and celebration of the one-of-a-kind institutions 25 years.… Read more

Centennial Gala Celebration

Sponsored by Sheridan Road, the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce kicked off their centennial year celebration with a lively event at the Highland Park Community House, acknowledging their long history and bright future.… Read more

The Masquerade Ball

More than 100 supporters of the Deer Path Art League (DPAL) gathered at the ever-elegant Lovells to raise funds for the gallery and art school based in Lake Forest.… Read more

2010 Childrens Ball

Sponsored by the Medical Research Institute Council (MRIC) of Childrens Memorial Hospital, the Children's Ball celebrated its 52nd year with more than 900 guests at the Hilton Chicago.… Read more

3rd Annual Benefit

The Food Allergy Initiative (FAI) hosted its annual benefit at River East Art Center to a sold-out crowd, featuring event design by Birch Design Studio.… Read more

Chicago Leadership Dinner

Held at The Peninsula Hotel, the Corporate Board of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago (BGCC) hosted their second annual Leadership Dinner, honoring Comcast for their dedication and support of the organization.… Read more

Sphinx: An Evening Along the Ancient Nile

The Four Seasons Hotel Chicago turned into an ancient Egyptian fantasy during The University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Womens Board 44th Annual Grand Auction Gala, in partnership with Tiffany & Co.… Read more

Annual Open House

More than 100 people gathered for an Open House at the nuHaus Showroom in Highland Park to celebrate all that is kitchen and bath.… Read more

Annual Holiday Tea

A record-breaking 556 supporters attended the Rush University Medical Center Junior Board's premiere event at Sunset Ridge Country Club in Northfield, which included an afternoon of gift-giving ideas such as crafts and edibles.… Read more

All Aboard! Wonderland Express Dinner

Set amongst a 10,000-square-foot indoor winter exhibition of garden scale trains, winter flora, and replicas of more than 80 iconic Chicago landmarks, the Woman's Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society held its fifth annual dinner at the Chicago...… Read more

Opening Night Gala Benefit

Presented by the Women's Board of the Lyric Opera of Chicago, a capacity audience of 3,500 attended the opening night performance of Verdi's Macbeth.… Read more

Saks Fifth Avenue Private Shopping Event

The North Shore Illinois Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, an international, not-for-profit organization for professional women of color, was treated to a continental champagne breakfast at Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park on a fall October morning.… Read more

Feel the Pulse

For the 84th year, the Woman's Board of Rush University Medical Center held their unstoppable Fashion Show, a literal pulsating event of fashion, music, philanthropy, and positive energy.… Read more

Glitter Ball

The North Shore Board of the Northwestern Settlement, comprised of nearly 70 women from Winnetka, Wilmette, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Chicago, gathered at the Four Seasons in Chicago to raise funds for the House In The Wood Camp, a summer camp for...… Read more

Key to the Cure

Taking a local spin on a national campaign, supporters of The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at NorthShore Highland Park Hospital hosted a kickoff event to Key to the Cure, the mega-shopping weekend at Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park.… Read more

The Gold Gala

Even though new music director Riccardo Muti was ill for the evening, supporters of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) were treated to a star-studded evening of music and dinner, proving that the show must go on.… Read more

Dancing with Our Stars

Playing off the uber-popular television show, the Cancer Wellness Center held its Annual Benefit at the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton Chicago entitled ''Dancing with Our Stars.''… Read more

Antiques + Modernism Winnetka Preview Party

Sheridan Road was the proud media sponsor of the Antiques + Modernism Winnetka show, as well as the Preview Party held the night before for savvy collectors wanting to get their hands on the goods before the show was open to the general public.… Read more

Harvest Ball

Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden… Read more

55th Annual Gold Coast Fashion Show

More than 1,500 women flocked to the ballroom of the Chicago Hilton and Towers for one of the seasons hottest tickets: The Gold Coast Fashion Show, put on by The Childrens Service Board, benefiting Childrens Memorial Hospital.… Read more

2010 Nutcracker Family Dinner

A tradition for many North Shore families, the Womens Board of the Joffrey Ballet sponsored The 2010 Nutcracker Family Dinner, one of the most festive events of the season.… Read more

Cook's Tour

The Winnetka Auxiliary of the Woman's Board of Rush University Medical Center… Read more

Fashion's Night Out

Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park… Read more

Evergreen Invitational Grand Prix

The Woman's Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital… Read more

90th Birthday Gala

Children's Home + Aid Woman's Board… Read more

Bagpipes & Bonfire

Lake Forest Open Lands Association… Read more

The Gold Gala Kickoff Garden Party

The Board of Trustees and the Womens Board of the Field Museum… Read more

Zoo Ball: Rock & Roar

The Womens Board of Lincoln Park Zoo… Read more

Summer Soiree

The North Suburban Medical Research Junior Board of Children's Memorial Hospital… Read more

Cool Music on a Hot Summer Night

The Womens Board of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital… Read more

ACE Benefit Preview Party

The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Evanston and Glenbrook Hospitals… Read more

Glencoe Grand Prix Block Party

Hundreds turned out for the Glencoe Grand Prix Block Party after the AT&T USA Cycling Professional Criterium National Championship race sponsored by the Glencoe Educational Foundation.… Read more

Small Dance for a Big Cause: It Takes Two

The Friends of Gorton, the fund-raising group to what can be considered the heartbeat of Lake Forest--Gorton Community Center--hosted It Takes Two: The Argentinian Tango." Check out our video footage of the event!… Read more

Tropical Notes Gala

The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Evanston and Glenbrook Hospital… Read more

artEdge

The Museum of Contemporary Art… Read more

Tory Burch Fashion Show

North Shore Medical Research Junior Board of Children's Memorial Hospital… Read more

Maxtravaganza

As if an evening of good friends, hot cars, and tasty food and drinks wasnt enough, hundreds gathered at Lake Forest Sportscars to celebrate the life of Max Schewitz and to raise funds for the Max Schewitz Foundation… Read more

A Fashion Fairy Tale

Rush University Medical Center's Junior Board Winnetka Auxiliary… Read more

Diamonds, Designers, and Dancing

The Friends of Gorton Community Center… Read more

Festa Ravinia

The Ravinia Associate Board… Read more

Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now

University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board… Read more

Bright Lights, Big City

The Women's Board of Boys Hope Girls Hope… Read more

Dream Green

Winnetka's Greeley School Parent Party… Read more

Cocktails & Dinner

Sheridan Road Magazine… Read more

Bridge of Love Gala

The School of St. Mary in Lake Forest… Read more

Antiques and Garden Fair Preview Evening

Almost 900 supporters of the Chicago Botanic Garden enjoyed the endless exhibits of nearly 100 vendors from the United States and Europe on the evening of the Antiques & Garden Fair Preview, springs true kickoff on the North Shore.… Read more

 
 
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