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Have a philanthropic cause or event? Send your notice by e-mail to Trend’s Editorial Assistant, Deborah Hoppe at dhoppe@pioneerlocal.com. She edits the information and includes it in our Save the Date calendar. The full version appears online, while a heavily-edited calendar appears in print on …
JANUARY 2012 EVENTS
First Bank of Highland Park celebrates 100th anniversary of Girl Scouts: March 1-31; deadline for submission Jan. 31. All GSA alumnae are asked to contribute their scouting memories to a month-long exhibition on the bank’s Ruth Fell Wander Community Art Wall The exhibit will incorporate …
FEBRUARY 2012 EVENTS
Gino’s East Celebrates The Giving Heart this Valentine’s Day: Through Feb. 29. Gino’s East celebrates the true meaning of it this Valentine’s Day with “The Giving Heart.” For every deep-dish, heart-shaped cheese pizza purchased, a portion of proceeds will go to Children’s Memorial Hospital. Heart-shaped …
MARCH 2012 EVENTS
Children’s Memorial Hospital 2nd Annual March “Month of Giving” fundraising campaign: Through March 28. Joining forces with 28 Jersey Mike’s Subs restaurants throughout the Chicago area for the to help make a difference in children’s lives. Customers can make a donation to Children’s Memorial Hospital …
APRIL 2012 EVENTS
Hadassah North Shore Chapter is continuing their Mitzvah Project of collecting notions, gift cards to grocery stores and glasses for distribution to Women’s Shelters. Chairman is Rose Wolf of Highland Park. Drop off items at the Hadassah North Shore office at 3000 Dundee #313 in …
MAY 2012 EVENTS
Facing History and Ourselves 21st annual Chicago Benefit Dinner: 5:30 p.m. May 1, Hyatt Regency Chicago, grand ballroom, 151 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago. The dinner highlights Facing History and Ourselves’ work and honors the commitment of their supporters. This year’s dinner, which will serve as …
JUNE 2012 EVENTS
Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s Prentice Women’s Hospital Black-Tie Gala: 5:30 p.m.-midnight, June 2. Friends of Prentice hosts its 26th annual hospital fundraiser in the grand ballroom of Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand, Chicago. The evening will feature cocktails, silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing. Co-chairs …
JULY 2012 EVENTS
Les Turner ALS Foundation 3rd Annual Strike Out ALS 5K: Time and date TBA, July. U.S. Cellular Field, Chicago. The Strike Out ALS 5K is an exciting race at U.S. Cellular Field that features a rare opportunity to “run the bases” and complete a lap …
AUGUST 2012 EVENTS
Catholic Charities William E. Joyce Golf Invitational: Aug. 6. Held at the Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club in Orland Park, the outing benefits Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide. Golf starts at noon with cocktails and dinner at 5:30 p.m. Cost for singles is …
SEPTEMBER 2012 EVENTS
Catholic Charities Gala of the Arts: 6 p.m. Sept. 7. Celebrating the visual and performing arts, this event benefits Catholic Charities’ Emergency Assistance Programs. The evening features an art show and sale, cocktails and dinner in the Navy Pier Grand Ballroom, 600 E. Grand, Chicago. …
NOVEMBER 2012 EVENTS
The Gateway Cancer for Research Cures 2012: 6 p.m. Nov. 3. Gateway’s annual gala is a celebration of advances in cancer research. The event helps fund innovative research for new treatment options for today’s cancer patients. It includes dinner, a live auction and entertainment at …
DECEMBER 2012 EVENTS
Aids Foundation of Chicago World of Chocolate: 6 p.m. Dec. 6. Feast on more than 40 chocolate creations during this event that commemorates World Aids Day. Cost is $100. For location and other information, call (312) 922-2322 or visit aidschicago.org.
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred …
