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Sheridan Road covers the events, galas, and fund-raisers that call on us to be more than bystanders in this life. Living + Giving centers our attention on the causes that impact our lives, as well as the events that bring us together as a community
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Seeing What's Possible
Hundreds will gather from the North Shore and Chicagoland at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago this spring to champion the century-old Chicago Lighthouse.… Read more
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Making Strides
It is important to have an event where our families are involved, explains Brooke Friedman of the North Suburban Medical Research Junior Boards Third Annual Walk 4 Childrens event.… Read more
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A Weekend of Glencoe Grand Prix
Glencoe Grand Prix and its surrounding events mark the start of the summer, says Jon Knouse, Race Director of the 7th Annual Glencoe Grand Prix (GGP), held the weekend of June 1.… Read more
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A Showhouse Like No Other
Please, come in. Welcome to the 2013 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens David Adler Estate.… Read more
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Mission Possible
The Juvenile Protective Association has a history of groundbreaking work in the field of child welfare and was founded by social activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jane Addams.… Read more
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Here's to the Ladies Who Do More Than Lunch
They are mostly a Chicago phenomenon. In other major cities, Women's Boards have disappeared along with white gloves and pillbox hats. But in Chicago, they've evolved.… Read more
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The 2013 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens: Bringing the Best of Design
"The Showhouse & Gardens is the opportunity to see a spectacular home that many of us can only imagine living in," says Kathi Hudson.… Read more
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33rd Annual Evening of Hope
The Women's Board of Boys Hope Girls Hope hosted their 33rd annual Evening of Hope gala in February at the Four Seasons Chicago, set to the tune of "The Sounds of Motown."… Read more
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12th Annual d'Vine Affair Wine Tasting
More than 400 guests crowded the Union League Club of Chicago to warm up by tasting wines from around the world, all while supporting Catholic Charities of Chicago.… Read more
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Bare Bones Party
Kicking off its biennial Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens, The Lake Forest Chapter of the Infant Welfare Society hosted their unique Bare Bones event.… Read more
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17 Years of Harmonious Healing
There are several markers of springtime on the North Shore, but few are as poignant and passionate as the Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center (MRW) Luncheon.… Read more
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SR Weddings: April
Elizabeth Leeb of Highland Park and Matthew Berry of Chicago; Hailey Merlin of Winnetka and Andy Mutz of Barrington.… Read more
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Glenkirk Benefit Brunch
More than 300 guests overtook Ravinia Green Country Club in Riverwoods during Glenkirk's 15th Annual Benefit Brunch, a lively Sunday morning event which raised funds to support the organization's programs, which are designed to meet the needs of individua… Read more
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Marty's Barn Party
Dressed in their finest denim and diamonds, supporters of the Lake Forest-based Equestrian Connection came out to support the organizations mission to provide therapeutic horse riding to those living with developmental disabilities.… Read more
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The Woman's Board: Ambassador of Winnetka Community House
For more than 36 years, the Woman's Board of Winnetka Community House (WCH) has truly served as one of the institution's most vital fundraising armscompletely committed to sustaining the culturally and socially enriching programs and events offered at WCH… Read more
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All You Need Is Love 2012
The North Suburban Medical Research Junior Board (NSMRJB) took over Fields Infiniti in Glencoe during a heart-pumping night filled with food, drink, auctions, and dancing, all in the name of raising funds for pediatric brain tumor research at Ann and Robe… Read more
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Novel Affair 2012
In celebration of having nine best-selling authors on the North Shore for the weekend, Ragdale brought together its supporters at Exmoor Country Club in Highland Park for a cocktail reception and buffet dinner, held the evening before each author went on … Read more
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Bernie's Banks One Million
On a brisk Tuesday morning in November, the children of Whittier Elementary School in Waukegan gathered around to watch Brian Floriani of Lake Forest, founder of Bernie's Book Bank, hand over the organization's one-millionth donated book.… Read more
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Lighting the Way to a Cure
When it comes to strength in numbers, the University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board (UCCRFAB) is growing by leaps and bounds.… Read more
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7th Annual Couture & Cocktails
Held at the new McGrath Acura of Downtown Chicago along the Chicago River, the Womens Board of The Joffrey Ballet hosted 400 supporters for their much-anticipated event, which featured fashion, cocktails, auctions, dinner, and dancing.… Read more
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58th Annual Church of the Holy Comforter Boutique & Housewalk
Four architecturally stunning North Shore homes were chosen to be featured during the Church of the Holy Comforters Boutique & Housewalk, hosted for the 58th year in a row by the Kenilworth church.… Read more
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Cooks Tour 2012
More than 600 guests passed through four homes in Winnetka and Kenilworth during the Auxiliary of the Womans Board of Rush University Medical Centers annual Cooks Tour this past September.… Read more
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Autumn Fashion Show
The Neighbors of Kenilworth gathered at the historic Kenilworth Club this past fall for a luncheon and fashion show featuring the hottest fall trends from The Lake Forest Shop, from designers like Les Copains, Kevan Hall, and Argo.… Read more
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2012 Evergreen Invitational
J.B. and M.K. Pritzker, as well as the Womans Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, hosted more than 600 guests during the biennial Evergreen Invitational, held at the couples 230-acre farm in northern Lake County.… Read more
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A Toast To The Gold Coast
The 57th Annual Gold Coast Fashion Award Show on September 28 not only raises funds for the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago, it is the fashion event of the season.… Read more
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Venus de Miles Comes to Lake Forest
"I was looking for a feeling that is difficult to put into words, says Venus de Miles Event Director Teresa Robbins, as she rode through Lake Forest for the first time last fall. For the past four years, weve held the Venus de Miles bicycle ride in a vibr… Read more
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A Hole in One for Anixter Center
The dynamic father and son team of Thomas and Peter Silberman are taking their passions to the links this summer, as they respectively host and chair the 9th Annual Lester J. Anixter Memorial Golf Outing on June 25.… Read more
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Gala Preview for the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Memorial Hospital of Chicago
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker and musician Harry Connick Jr. headlined the Gala Preview for the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago on April 20, as supporters were treated to dinner and first-look tours of the state-of-the-art, 23-floor ho… Read more
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Misericorida Womens Auxiliary Spring Fashion Show
More than 700 supporters of the Misericordia family came out to champion the organizations annual spring fashion show and luncheon, this year entitled Open Hearts, Open Doors, held on April 20 at The Palmer House Hilton in Chicago.… Read more
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Hadleys a Great Bet
The Womans Board of The Hadley School for the Blind hosted their annual benefit entitled Hadleys a Great Bet at Westmoreland Country Club in Wilmette on April 21, featuring casino games, dinner stations, and a wine and paddle auction.… Read more
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Optimizing Your Vision
Chicago Lighthouse cut the ribbon on their new Vision Rehabilitation Center in Glenview on April 12, ushering in a new facility serving those who experience low vision or blindness with the best in care.… Read more
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The Joffrey Ballet 10th Anniversary Celebration Gala
As the single largest contributor to the operating fund of the Joffrey Ballet, the Womens Board toasted their $15 million in support over the past 10 years during their Anniversary Gala on May 6.… Read more
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Designer Kitchens of the North Shore
The volunteers and supporters of the Junior League of Evanston-North Shore (JLE-NS) sponsored Designer Kitchens of the North Shore on May 4, featuring seven magnificent homes in Wilmette, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Evanston, highlighting their stunning kitc… Read more
Proactively Active
It could be said that members of the Winnetka Auxiliary of the Womans Board of Rush University Medical Center are a proactive bunch, a reputation theyve carried since the auxiliary boards inception in 1945.… Read more
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Finding the Balance
The Winnetka Auxiliary of the Womans Board of Rush University Medical Center hosted their annual, community-orientated event entitled Finding the Balance on May 3, promoting discussion of relevant health issues to North Shore women, this year specifically… Read more
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Bringing Home the arts
We say it each time we entertain, but this house really loves a good party, says Jerri Hoffmann of her historic home in Winnetka. Along with her husband, Dave, the Hoffmanns will be one of seven hosts opening their doors to supporters of the Ragdale Found… Read more
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Ippolita Designer Event
Devotees of the chic jewelry line Ippolita gathered at Saks Fifth Avenue in Highland Park to meet the designer and view her latest collection.… Read more
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16th Annual Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center Luncheon
For the 16th year in a row, supporters of the Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center celebrated their annual luncheon themed Living Your Best Life on May 2 at the Highland Park Country Club, hosted by Eileen Rubenstein Goldstein and Dr. Paul Goldstei… Read more
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Sara Campbell Grand Opening
Throngs of shoppers welcomed a new Sara Campbell store at 563 Lincoln in Winnetka on March 8, during a reception offering wine, cheese, and some sweet treats.… Read more
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Frocked in Philanthropy
As it celebrates its 90th year, The Lake Forest Shop has certainly left its mark on the North Shore community. But its the stores third-generation owner, Ellen Stirling, who will be leaving the legacy.… Read more
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UCCRFAB Annual Luncheon
Set to the beautiful background of Michigan Shores Club, the supporters of the University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board (UCCRFAB) gathered for a luncheon on April 27 to rally around the groups selected doctors working in assorted f… Read more
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Hope Through Caring Award Dinner Dance
Celebrating its 25th year, the Les Turner ALS Foundation held its Hope Through Caring Award Dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, which featured dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions, a paddle raise, and a video presentation.… Read more
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Night of Dreams
Hundreds took over the ballroom at the chic JW Marriott Chicago, during Have Dreams annual gala fundraiser on April 27, serving the organizations mission to provide an array of programs and services for children, teens, young adults, and families challeng… Read more
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Antiques & Garden Fair Preview Evening
Nearly 750 guests delighted in the Chicago Botanic Gardens Antiques & Garden Fair Preview Evening on April 20, kicking off the North Shore mainstays spring season and a weekend-long flurry of garden-centric events.… Read more
Aid to India
When a 7.7 magnitude earthquake shook the Gujarat region of India in 2001, it was hard to imagine any good could have come out of the enormous devastation.… Read more
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Keshet's Pearl Anniversary Rainbow Banquet
Keshet, a not-for-profit organization serving individuals with intellectual disabilities, celebrated 30 years of service at their much-anticipated Rainbow Banquet held at the Chicago Hilton on February 26.… Read more
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4th Annual House Party
Matz Hall within the Winnetka Community House was rocking on the chilly night of January 27, during the Winnetka mainstays 4th Annual House Party.… Read more
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nuHaus & Exclusive Woodworking Open House
Celebrating all that is new in kitchen and bath design, the owners of nuHaus and Exclusive Woodworking opened up their Highland Park showroom on February 1 to friends and guests.… Read more
One Beautiful Day a Year
Resolution 494 is currently sitting on top of the desks of important decision makers in Congress. The document contains the contents of an eagerly anticipated piece of legislation declaring the first Tuesday in June as National Cancer Survivor Beauty and… Read more
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Fifth Annual Be My Valentine Family Event
Love was all around during the Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundations Fifth Annual Be My Valentine Family Event at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago Hotel on February 12, as guests enjoyed a brunch buffet and special Valentines activities.… Read more
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Soaring to New Heights
A record-breaking 550 parents, supporters, friends, and educators attended The Cove Schools annual gala, Soaring to New Heights, which featured cocktails, auction, dinner, and dancing to Spoken Four.… Read more
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54th Loyola Academy Annual Presidents Dinner
More than 600 supporters of Loyola Academy filled the Grand Ballroom of the Chicago Hilton during the Jesuit prep schools annual Presidents Dinner on November 4.… Read more
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My Best Friends Closet 2nd Anniversary Party
Toasting their second year of bringing upscale resale to the North Shore, My Best Friends Closet welcomed friends and supporters to their Highland Park shop on February 2.… Read more
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A Midwinter Nights Dream
The parents and supporters of Greeley School packed into Michigan Shores Club on February 24, for cocktails, a silent auction, and dancing, all to raise funds for the Winnetka school.… Read more
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NSMRJB Neiman Marcus Spring Fashion Show and Brunch
Members and friends of the North Suburban Medical Research Junior Board (NSMRJB) gathered on March 2 at The Zodiac at Neiman Marcus Northbrook for brunch and spring fashion, all in the name of raising funds for Childrens Memorial Hospital.… Read more
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Fashion For A Cause
The Juvenile Protective Association (JPA) took their cause to the runway at Saks Fifth Avenue on March 1, for a fashion show to benefit the organization.… Read more
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40th Annual School of St. Mary Gala
More than 380 parents and supporters of the School of St. Mary in Lake Forest crowded the ballroom of the Marriott Lincolnshire Resort during the schools annual gala entitled Dreams Are Wishes from the Heart.… Read more
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Eiserman Yoga Event
SkinnyPop co-founders Jeffrey and Heather Eiserman opened their home to supporters of Childrens Memorial Hospital during a candlelit group yoga practice on December 2.… Read more
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artEdge 2012
Supporters of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Chicago got down in a fusion of fine art, funk, and flavor during the cultural institutions annual winter benefit, artEdge 2012, on February 4.… Read more
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Fashion Show for Leukemia Research
Students from Highland Park High School chose to support and raise funds for the Leukemia Research Foundation, Inc., during the whole month of February, and did so in style with a fashion show at Saks Fifth Avenue.… Read more
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Harvard Club of Chicago Annual Award Dinner
The Board of the Harvard Club of Chicago gathered on February 11 to toast Lois Weisberg, the 2012 recipient of the organizations annual award given to a Chicagoan who has rendered extraordinary service to the community in fields other than his or her prof… Read more
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Under The Big Top
Boys Hope Girls Hope held their annual dinner dance, auction, and casino at the Four Seasons Chicago on February 25, emceed by Mary Ann Ahern from NBC5 News.… Read more
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Earth: Our Big Beautiful Ball
On October 29, the Womens Board of The Field Museum rolled out the green carpet to celebrate the Chicago landmarks commitment to conservation during their annual black-tie fundraiser, which drew in more than 700 corporate, civic… Read more
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C'est Magnifique! Alliance Franaise de Chicago's Biennial Gala
French is the only language taught in nearly every country around the globe and remains the second most taught world language in the United States.… Read more
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The Best Keeps Getting Better
Guests of the Medicine Ball, hosted by the Womens Board of the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC), have learned to expect the unexpected when it comes to the powerhouse organizations annual gala.… Read more
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Clubbin' for a Cause
Held at the Four Seasons Chicago Hotel on October 15, supporters of The Cancer Wellness Center in Northbrook celebrated its annual benefit in style, enjoying an evening of dinner and dancing.… Read more
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A Sneak Peek: Designer Kitchens of the North Shore
On May 4, the Junior League of Evanston-North Shore will present a spectacular tour of six kitchens on the North Shore, reminding us that inspiration is close to home.… Read more
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The Place Where Dreams Really Do Come True
Each child with autism is completely different than the next, explains Kathy Bruckner, who will be sharing the responsibility of co-chair with her husband, John, and fellow gala committee co-chairs Matt and Andrea Johnson… Read more
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Wanted: Dedicated Women Looking to Make a Difference
The North Shore is made up of caring, passionate individuals, and our group reflects that example. We feel local because we are local, says President Annette Hickman, when talking about her organization… Read more
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Caliente!
Supporters of Chai Lifeline, an organization known for bringing hope and joy to seriously ill children and their families, gathered at Green Acres Country Club in Northbrook for a spicy evening of food, frivolity, and fundraising.… Read more
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The 2011 Costume Ball
The Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum presented the Costume Ball, which celebrated the opening of Charles James: Genius Deconstructed on October 21.… Read more
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MRW Honors a Beloved North Shore Doctor
Each spring, Highland Park Country Club bursts at the seams with supporters and friends of the Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center (MRW), a special place within NorthShore University… Read more
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60th Annual Children's Ball
Nearly 1,000 guests took over the the Hilton Chicago on December 10 to join the Medical Research Institute Council of Childrens Memorial Hospital during their annual Childrens Ball entitled Diamond: 60 Years of Brilliance.… Read more
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45th Annual Grand Auction and Gala
The University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation (UCCRF) Womens Board wowed their supporters during their annual gala on November 12, this year entitled ''Avant Garde,'' held at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago.… Read more
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Bow Ties & Bangles Gala
Union Station came alive on November 18 with bursts of sights, sounds, and tastes during the American India Foundation (AIF) Chicago Chapters annual gala, in celebration of the organizations 10th anniversary.… Read more
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Winnetka's Shining Star
One could go on and on about how special Winnetka Community House (WCH) is. How it truly is the shining star of the assemblage it serves.… Read more
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Nutcracker Family Dinner
To the anticipation of many on the North Shore, The Womens Board of The Joffrey Ballet once again presented their Nutcracker Family Dinner on December 10 in the State and Grand Ballrooms of The Palmer House Hilton.… Read more
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4th Annual Food Allergy Initiative Benefit
Supporters of the Food Allergy Initiative (FAI) Chicago crowded the Museum Campus of Northerly Island on October 22 in the hopes of finding a cure for food allergies that affect their loved ones.… Read more
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Valerie Steele Book Signing
Kelly Golden of Neapolitan Collection, in collaboration with Assouline Publishing and FIJI Water, hosted a fashion show, luncheon, and book signing for Valerie Steele… Read more
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Winnekta Community House Centennial Kickoff Birthday Party
Friends and supporters packed the Winnetka Community House during a birthday party to toast the past 100 years of the Winnetka institution on November 5.… Read more
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Shirise Trunk Show
Sherry Oppenheim of Shirise Shoes & Accessories in Glencoe welcomed a trunk show by famed french designer Thierry Rabotin back in October, as devotees crowded the store looking to snatch up the latest styles.… Read more
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Guy Bedarida Personal Appearance at Saks Fifth Avenue
Devotees of John Hardy jewelry showed up in droves to meet Head Designer and Creative Director Guy Bedarida during a trunk show featuring the Fall 2011 collection at Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park on November 9.… Read more
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85th Annual Rush University Medical Center Woman's Board Fashion Show
Chicagos longest running fashion show celebrated 85 years last October, as supporters of Rush University Medical Center Womans Board crowded the Palmer House Hiltons ballroom.… Read more
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31st Annual Columbian Ball
Hailed as one of Chicagos most premier social events, more than 800 guests took in The Museum of Science and Industrys newest exhibit Fast Forward...Inventing the Future during the annual gala fundraiser.… Read more
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Cottontail Club Speakeasy & Casino
The Lake Bluff History Museum took their supporters back to 1920s Chicago during the Cottontail Club Speakeasy & Casino during the evening of October 29.… Read more
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12th Annual Sweetness Ball
Hosted by the Walter Payton Center Guild at the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, more than 700 guests took over Union Station to raise funds and support the education… Read more
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Monte Carlo Night
More than 250 supporters of the The Denis Savard Foundation gathered at Lake Forest Sportscars to support the hockey legend during an evening of casino games and revelry on October 16.… Read more
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Annual Rush Junior Board Tea and Gift Sale
Sunset Ridge Country Club was bustling with holiday shoppers and supporters of the Rush University Medical Center Junior Board, during the young groups Annual Holiday Tea and Gift Sale on December 3.… Read more
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An Evening to Imagine
More than 620 supporters of the Kohl Childrens Museum gathered at the organizations Glenview locale, celebrating an evening of dining, dancing, and family fun.… Read more
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Glitter Ball
More than 400 supporters of the North Shore Board of the Northwestern University Settlement House crowded the ballroom of the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago for an unforgettable evening of friends and fundraising.… Read more
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Neiman Marcus Northbrook St. John Fashion Show
George Sharp, Creative Director for St. John, made an appearance to his devotees during a fashion show at Neiman Marcus Northbrook.… Read more
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Showcase: A Red Carpet Affair
Saint Francis Xavier School in Wilmette rolled out the red carpet for their annual Showcase fund-raiser, an evening that brings together parents of the schools true stars: the students.… Read more
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The Matter of the Heart
While we do tend to hear this fact frequently, it is still a hard one to believe: Heart disease is the number-one killer of women, and stroke is number three.… Read more
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Family Service Center: There When You Need Them
Jane McCarthy, Executive Director for Family Service Center, knows the care the clients who visit her agency receive is consistently top-notch.… Read more
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Big Cat, Big Heart: The Real James Williams
At 6 feet 8 inches, James ''Big Cat'' Williams stood as an intimidator at right tackle for the Chicago Bears for 12 years. Williams started with the organization for a consecutive 134 starts, beginning in 1994 through 2002...… Read more
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Lyric Opera Opening Night Gala Benefit and Opera Ball
The Women's Board of the Lyric Opera sure knows how to put on a show--more than 625 guests attended the Opera Ball at the Hilton Chicago and more than 3,500 took in the Opening Night Gala Benefit performance.… Read more
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Key to the Cure Kickoff Party
To kick off an entire shopping weekend devoted to raising funds and awareness for women's cancers, the Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Highland Park Hospital joined Saks Fifth Avenue for a reception featuring cocktails, food, and a snea… Read more
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Using a Lifeline
Recognizing that their healthy children are truly a gift, sisters Robin Subar of Highland Park and Rachel Silvers of Deerfield sought out to help those whose families have been dealt a different hand… Read more
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Neiman Marcus Lafayette 148 Designer Appearance
Serving as a kickoff to their gala in February, supporters and guests of Boys Hope Girls Hope gathered on a fall morning in The Zodiac of Neiman Marcus Northbrook for breakfast and fashion.… Read more
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Antiques + Modernism Preview Party
The Woman's Board of Winnetka Community House proudly kicked off their treasured favorite Antiques + Modernism Winnekta show with a benefit preview party that featured more than 370 collectors and hundreds of supporters.… Read more
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Celebrating 100 Years of Girl Scouting
If an organization in America has a goal to succeed for 100 years, it might be suggested they follow the model of the Girl Scouts.… Read more
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NSMRJBs All You Need Is Love
The beats were pulsating and the crowd was loving every moment of it during the North Suburban Medical Research Junior Board's (NSMRJB) annual fund-raiser at Fields Infiniti in Glencoe, where Sheridan Road served as the media sponsor for the night.… Read more
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14th Annual Benefit Brunch
An event which began with 35 supporters and has grown to a whopping 300, Glenkirk's Benefit Brunch at Ravinia Green Country Club once again raised funds this past fall for the organizations mission to help those with developmental disabilities.… Read more
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Women's Board Annual Benefit Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
More than 750 friends of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital gathered to support the Women's Board during their annual benefit, in which the sold-out crowd partied to the nostalgic sounds of The Beach Boys.… Read more
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Highland Park Fashion Show 2011
The City of Highland Park reinforced their reputation as a fashion hot spot during a fashion show sponsored by the Downtown Highland Park Business Alliance.… Read more
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10th Annual Marty's Barn Party
Supporters of Equestrian Connection in Lake Forest ditched their gowns and tuxedos, and opted for denim and cowboy boots during the group's annual fund-raiser, Marty's Barn Party, named after one of the organizations original visionaries.… Read more
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Novel Affair Opening Night Cocktail Party
Kicking off a remarkable weekend of literary heaven on earth, committee members from Ragdale hosted an opening night cocktail event at Exmoor Country Club.… Read more
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Cooks' Tour
The Winnetka Auxiliary of Rush University Medical Center once again did not disappoint for this year's much-anticipated Cooks' Tour, which treated four tremendous homes to more than 700 guests.… Read more
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Neighbors of Kenilworth Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Show
Kicking off its 201112 season, the Neighbors of Kenilworth, established in 1895, hosted a luncheon and fashion show at the Kenilworth Club, featuring the latest fall looks from Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park.… Read more
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Party in the Prairie
Nashville came to the North Shore during Allendale's 29th Annual Benefit and Auction held at Wagner Farm in Glenview, where guests were invited to dress up in their finest western wear.… Read more
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Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Show with the Winnetka Club
Members from the Winnekta Club took in a fashion show on the upper level of Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park, as icon Nena Ivon described the fall trends.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Nutcracker Family Dinner: One Enchanted Evening
Around the holidays, there are certain traditions unique to each family. But there is one Christmas mainstay many families on the North Shore revisit year after year and for hopeful generations to come.… Read more
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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
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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
The One-Woman Everything
''Honey, I think you'll want to see this!'' shouted Alvin Brooks, husband of North Shore jewelry designer extraordinaire LeAnita Ragland-Brooks, as he sat in the living room of their Winnetka home.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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The MRIC: Children's Memorial Hospital's Biggest Sparkler
While the diamond can be considered one of natures most remarkable feats, its dazzle compares little to its strength and resilience.… Read more
Bringing the Joy of the Holidays to Those in Need
''I don't think the landing on Normandy could have been done with more precision than this,'' remarks Joann LaPorte about the Catholic Charities of Lake County's Christmas Gift Program, for which she has been a volunteer for seven years.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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House in the Wood: a Haven for At-Risk Youth
Imagine a world where the only sights you've ever seen are the sidewalks and alleys within blocks of your home. Imagine living minutes away from a Great Lake, yet never catching sight of it, much less swimming in it.… Read more
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Moving Forward, Hanging On
What better weekend than the Eve of All Saints and All Souls Days for the Malin family of Lake Forest to host their ''Halo-ween Costume Party,'' a fund-raiser benefiting the Steven Malin, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund.… Read more
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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
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Winnetka Community House Turns 100
Living on the North Shore is a privilege--with our postcard-worthy town centers, Lake Michigan beaches, miles of biking trails, and culturally and educationally rich communities. Yet, we sometimes forget how fortunate we are.… Read more
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A Foundation, a Cause, and a Hockey Legend
Hockey great Denis Savard knows a thing or two about good fortune. Savard's career first began when he was drafted in 1980 during the first round--third overall--by the Chicago Blackhawks.… Read more
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Working Toward a Key to the Cure
Jennifer Baker was at a routine doctor's appointment last August when a lump in her breast was discovered. Determined as a cluster of cysts, it was suggested she have it removed if it continued to ''bother'' her.… Read more
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Antiques + Modernism Equals Treasures Untold
"For designophiles and collectors, it is rare to have so many beautiful treasures, new and old, assembled under one roof,'' says Amy Brock, co-chair to this years Antiques + Modernism Winnetka Show.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Creating Memories for a Lifetime
''It's tremendously gratifying to see, real time, how our Art Institute enriches the lives of families. Even in a single day, it can be the place where memories are created for a lifetime,'' says Paulita Pike, President of the Auxiliary Board.… Read more
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NSMRJB: For the Next Generation
The NSMRJB may have a tongue twister of a title, but the North Shore-based powerhouse group packs one wallop of a punch when it comes to fund-raising for Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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Spreading Good Vibrations
Even though their timeless songs have been on American airwaves for more than 50 years, we are still compelled to turn up the volume and roll down the windows when one of their hits comes on the radio.… Read more
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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
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Kick off Fall with Bagpipes & Bonfire
There's just something about fall on the North Shore. The hectic schedule of summer is over, the anticipation of the start of the school year is past, and all that's left is to settle into the season with a sigh of relief.… Read more
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Making the Equestrian Connection
Equestrian Connection's stables and staff of certified therapists and instructors serves more than 220 riders weekly. The tireless volunteers and therapists fill the void of the unmet needs of the disabled through the use of 20 highly trained horses.… Read more
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Spreading the Word on the Gluten-Free Life
Like many mothers who receive diagnoses of what ails their child, Doylida immediately felt panic, and then plunged into research mode. She discovered that Celiac Disease (CD) is an autoimmune genetic disease that can be completely controlled with diet.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Beyond Brunch: A Benefit for Glenkirk
Like many endeavors in the not-for-profit world, Eileen Bennin's Benefit Brunch for Glenkirk, a Northbrook-based support service which empowers individuals with developmental disabilities, started out quite small.… Read more
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Supernova: The 2011 Celestial Ball
Amanda Bonnell, owner and President of Belle Vie Bridal Couture and Vera Wang Chicago, knows a thing or two about heavenly bodies.… Read more
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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
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Children's Home + Aid: Providing Help, Hope, and Opportunity
Mrs. Potter Palmer, the first Woman's Board president of Children's Home + Aid, wouldnt believe her eyes today if she could see what has become of her invention all these years later.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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An Aesthetic Achievement: The 27th Annual Ace Show
Valerie Hector, a jewelry designer by trade and self-proclaimed maker of things in life, has served as both an exhibitor and judge to the American Craft Exposition (ACE) Show over a span of 19 years.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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A Bright North Shore Light: The Chicago Lighthouse Associate Board
Every child battles with a fever, a cold, a bout with the flu, all things to which a parent can relate. Not only can a parent make the child hopefully feel better, but they, too, have lived through it and can impart that it will not last forever.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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True Star Power
Check out excerpts from our audio interview with actress and songstress Minnie Driver about the upcoming Starlight Children's Foundation Midwest chapter 25th Anniversary Gala, scheduled to take place on June 4th!… Read more
Fashion Forward
The word ''forward'' seems to be on everyone's lips at Gorton for 2011. So it only seems logical that the crowd-pleasing, perennial favorite, Friends of Gorton Fashion Show, follows suit.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
The Kitchen Tour of the North Shore
If the home was a human body, the kitchen would be the heart. It's the place where families gather in the evening to discuss the day, where friends converse over countless cups of coffee, and where brag-worthy report cards are hung...… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Power of the Purse
Highland Park native Yali Derman's love for handbag design not only led her to create a purse for Kate Spade, it also launched a whole new way of blending fashion with philanthropy.… Read more
From Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor
The conclusion of what feels like endless rounds of treatments can be a bittersweet reality for many cancer patients. Trips to the hospital or clinic come to an end. Hopefully, the pain and discomfort associated with their path to healing subside...… Read more
The American Cancer Society Celebrates Life
Due to their long-standing commitment of raising critical funds needed for those living with cancer to get well, stay well, and celebrate more birthdays, David and Barbara Speer of Winnetka have been tapped to be this year's co-chairs of the American...… Read more
Keeping the Joffrey En Pointe
This spring, The Women's Board of The Joffrey Ballet has taken the phrase rolling out the red carpet to a whole new level. The Annual Spring Gala, the time-honored, fund-raising tradition of one of Americas most revered and respected ballet companies...… Read more
A Private Peek at the Finest Antiques
In Chicago, at the dawn of spring, the chance to rub elbows with some of the area's greatest antiques collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts can only happen in one place: The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago's (RIC) 14th Annual Preview Party celebrating.… Read more
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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
Rush Junior Board Presents "Candyland"
If parents lead by example, then the folks who have raised the young women sitting on Rush University Medical Centers (RUMC) Junior Board have done one heck of a job.… Read more
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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
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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
"Spring Forward" to Fight Cancer
When it comes to advancements in cancer research in the most palpable sense, The University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board (UCCRFAB) brings new meaning to putting their money where their mouths are.… Read more
NBA Wife Scores Big with New Foundation
After years and years of giving so much of herself as a career woman, mother to her four children, and wife to husband Adrian--former NBA star turned Chicago Bulls Assistant Coach--Audrey Griffin had come to a place in her life where she felt tapped dry.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
A Call for Young Arists
Could the next Pablo Picasso or Georgia O'Keeffe be living right here on the North Shore? The Deer Path Art League (DPAL) would love to find out. Not only does the Lake Forest-based not-for-profit organization love to discover the areas budding young...… Read more
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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
An Evening for Boys Hope Girls Hope
Very rarely is a 100 percent success rate of anything seen. There is usually something or someone slipping through the cracks, making that seemingly unreachable goal a reality. But when a group of committed volunteers is paired with willing young minds...… Read more
Fashion for a Cause
Chicago's fashionable and philanthropic set will descend upon the Palmer House Hilton Hotel Chicago's Grand Ballroom on Friday, March 4, for one of the area's most anticipated events: The 27th Annual Women's Auxiliary Misericordia Fashion Show.… Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Be My Valentine
On Sunday, January 23, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Ritz Carlton Chicago will be transformed into a cupid-themed love fest for adults and children alike, in the name of raising funds for cancer research and treatment...… Read more
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Cook's Tour
The Winnetka Auxiliary of the Woman's Board of Rush University Medical Center… Read more
Superheroes: Going Above and Beyond
For the 52nd year in a row, the Medical Research Institute Council (MRIC), which supports research initiatives at Childrens Memorial Hospital, will host its 2010 Childrens Ball on December 11.… Read more
In the Spirit of St. Nick
On December 3, Catholic Charities will host the aptly named Spirit of Saint Nicholas Ball at the Hilton Chicago. It falls near the traditional celebration of Saint Nicholas Day and is promised to be a fantastic display of holiday cheer.… Read more
Over the Rainbow: Dreams Really Do Come True
To keep their dream of appropriate housing for the physically disabled alive, OTR will host CELEBRATION on December 12, an annual concert event featuring live performances of contemporary, classical, and holiday music by an international stars.… Read more
Full of Wonder
Beginning on November 26, dreams truly come to life during the Gardens Wonderland Express exhibit, a venerable holiday joyride of twinkling lights, garden-scale trains, and miniature Chicago landmarks.… Read more
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Evergreen Invitational Grand Prix
The Woman's Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital… Read more
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90th Birthday Gala
Children's Home + Aid Woman's Board… Read more
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Neighbors of Kenilworth Fashion Show
Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park… Read more
100 Years of 'Shopping Local' in Highland Park
The Highland Park Chamber of Commerce is celebrating 100 years of business growth and economic vitality during their Centennial Gala on November 14 at the Highland Park Community House.… Read more
The Best of Both Worlds
Recognizing the trend and realizing its potential for a larger audience, the Women's Board of the Winnetka Community House introduces their newest show, Antiques + Modernism Winnetka, from October 22-24.… Read more
Dancing with Our Stars
The Cancer Wellness Center relies heavily on volunteers and funds raised during their annual benefit, this year held at the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton Chicago on the evening of Saturday, October 23.… Read more
Shopping for a Cure
Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park, in partnership with The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at NorthShore Highland Park Hospital, will host the 2010 Key to the Cure, a charity shopping weekend Thursday, October 21 through Sunday, October 24.… Read more
The Art of the Auction
On the evening of October 30, the brightly lit galleries of the MCA on Chicago Avenue will come alive, as hundreds vie for works by contemporary artists such as Ed Ruscha, Kiki Smith, Mark Bradford, Lorna Simpson, and Adam Ekberg.… Read more
An Affair to Remember
Once again, The Ragdale Foundation hosted its annual A Novel Affair in beautiful Lake Forest. Kate Ancell was lucky enough to attend.… Read more
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The Gold Gala Kickoff Garden Party
The Board of Trustees and the Womens Board of the Field Museum… Read more
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Zoo Ball: Rock & Roar
The Womens Board of Lincoln Park Zoo… Read more
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Ravina Women's Board Gala Benefit Evening
The Women's Board of Ravinia Festival… Read more
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Summer Soiree
The North Suburban Medical Research Junior Board of Children's Memorial Hospital… Read more
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Cool Music on a Hot Summer Night
The Womens Board of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital… Read more
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ACE Benefit Preview Party
The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Evanston and Glenbrook Hospitals… Read more
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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
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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
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Tropical Notes Gala
The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Evanston and Glenbrook Hospital… Read more
The Boys & Girls Club of Chicago Golf Invitational
This fall, the Boys & Girls Club of Chicago (BGCC) will host its third annual golf invitational at the North Shore Country Club in Glenview. The tournament, which has traditionally been a local favorite, will begin at 10 a.m. on September 20.… Read more
The Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden Harvest Ball
Set against the picturesque background of the Chicago Botanic Garden, the annual Harvest Ball will be in full bloom on September 25.… Read more
Winnetka Board of the Northwestern Settlement House Annual Fashion Show
Within the Michigan Shores Club of Wilmette, community members and friends will draw together for the Winnetka Board of the Northwestern Settlements 84th annual fashion show on September 30.… Read more
Bagpipes & Bonfire: A Tradition Unlike Anything Else
Cathy and Joe McGowan are the co-chairs of this years Bagpipes & Bonfire, an autumnal spectacle put on by the Lake Forest Open Lands Association, held this year on September 26.… Read more
ACE of a Show
Held from August 27 to 29 at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion on the Northwestern University Campus, co-chairs Karen Ribbon and Jan McKnight have steadfastly worked with a team of committee members to bring more than 160 artisans to the North Shore.… Read more
Ravinia Gala Benefit
This summer, Ravinia Festival will celebrate the 80th birthday of renowned American composer Stephen Sondheim during the 2010 Gala Benefit evening. The event, which begins at 5 p.m. on July 31, includes dinner and a musical performance...… Read more
Tory Burch Fashion Show
North Shore Medical Research Junior Board of Children's Memorial Hospital… Read more
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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
The Chicago Botanic Garden's Summer Dinner Dance
A look at the Chicago Botanic Garden's gorgeous outdoor dinner dance.… Read more
Tango! for Gorton's Big Cause
Tango anyone? The Friends of Gorton 37th annual gala, Small Dance for a Big Cause, will take guests back in time.… Read more
Party on the Pier
A preview of one of Winnetka's biggest summer events, sponsored by Sheridan Road.… Read more
A Midsummer Night's Summer Soiree
Celebrate the Roaring Twenties with dueling pianos, vintage cars, and a sampling of signature dishes from prominent Chicago area chefs at the North Suburban Medical Research Junior Board's Summer Soiree.… Read more
Diamonds, Designers, and Dancing
The Friends of Gorton Community Center… Read more
Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now
University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Auxiliary Board… Read more
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Our Town: May Weddings
Eva McKendrick of Winnetka and Peter McNamara of Cary; Emily McEneely of Lake Forest and Michael Lauridsen of Lake Forest.… Read more
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86th Annual Style Under the Stars
The Winnetka Board of the Northwestern University Settlement House once again wowed the North Shore during their annual Style Under the Stars cocktail party and fashion show at Michigan Shores Club, held at the end of September.… Read more
Fashion Forward
Celebrating their 40th year, the Friends of Gorton presented their much-anticipated spring fashion show on April 21, to a crowd of 275 supporters, all set to the backdrop of Lake Forest Sportscars.… Read more
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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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Guts and Glory: The Glencoe Grand Prix
Here, Sheridan Road sits down with Jon Knouse, Race Director for the Glencoe Grand Prix (GGP), to find out what it takes to get a bike race off the ground and keep it pedaling into the future.… Read more
Meller & Schirmang Wedding
Jesse Meller of Wilmette and Tony Schirmang of Glenview were married October 30, 2010 at St. Michaels in Chicago, IL.… Read more
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