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ROCTOBERNOVEMBERDECEMBERCrain’s Chicago Business2011 Big Dates Calendarof Non-Profit Eventsfor Metro ChicagoAdvertising Supplement
3AAdvertising SupplementJANUARY1SaturdayNew Year’s Day6ThursdayChicago Chapter of the National Eagle ScoutAssociation, Recognition Dinner. At this annual event,NESA members recognize the young men who have overcomethe many challenges of schoolwork, peer pressure and otherextra–curricular activities to achieve the Eagle Scout rank.5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Union League Club of Chicago.nesachicago@scouting.org. www.chicagobsa.org.13ThursdayNational Association of Corporate Directors–ChicagoChapter, Audit Committee Issues: Agendas for 2011.Be prepared for the key issues facing the Audit Committee andBoard by attending this informative discussion. The four memberpanel will provide insightful perspectives from the views ofInternal Audit, External Audit, Audit Committee Chair and AuditCommittee Legal Advisor on top priorities for Audit Committeesin 2011. 7:30 a.m. The Chicago Club. 30 members, 60 guests.630-527-9579. www.chicagonacd.org.15SaturdayChicago Cares, Celebration of Service in honor ofDr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honors Dr. King’s life and legacyby engaging more than 3,000 volunteers in service projects toimprove the lives of seniors, children and adults with disabilitiesin Chicago. The event begins with an inspirational kickoffincluding keynote speaker Chris Gardner. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.Kickoff at Union Station; project sites across city, Chicago. 30 registration donation. 312-780-0800, Martin Luther King Jr. DayDuSable Museum of African American History,Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration. This special dayhonors Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Variousentertainment, workshops, arts & crafts, and exhibits focus onDr. King an the civil rights movement. A fun field educational dayfor the entire family. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. DuSable Museum ofAfrican American History, Chicago. 10, 8, 3. 773-947-0600.18Tuesday27Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, 5thAnnual Signature Event: My Kind of Town. Join Chicago’sbest and brightest young professionals for four hours of premiumopen bar, deluxe hors d’oeuvres, music, and a silent auction.Proceeds from this event help to give hope to children withcancer and their families. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. River East Art Center,Chicago. 60 in advance, 75 at the door. ois Humanities Council, “The (Un) Common Good”Opening Program-Who Decides? ”Democracy and Divide.”Our 2011 series, The (Un)Common Good brings together peopleacross perspectives to discuss issues in respectful ways. How dowe talk about issues? How does the media report issues andstories? 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Union League Club, Chicago. Free.312-422-5580.SaturdayPillars, Pillars Ball–Glitter, Glamour, Generosity.Pillars is one of the leading mental health and social serviceagencies in western Cook County. The Pillars Ball helps to bridgea funding gap created by a struggling economy and significantstate budget cuts. The evening will host dinner, dancing, casinostyle gaming as well as a live and silent auction. 6 p.m. toMidnight. The Westin, Lombard. 175. Colleen Mallon,708-995-3512. www.events.org.23Jan 28-29: Illinois Chapter of Community AssociationsInstitute, 29th Annual Conference & Trade Show.Friday 1p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 7a.m. – 4 p.m. Arlington ParkRace Track. www.cai-illinois.orgChicago House & Social Service Agency, ChampagneWrapture SnowBall: Clicquot In The Snow. Enjoy bubblyand tasty treats while viewing and bidding on incredible, uniqueworks of champagne bottle artistry! We ask local Chicagocelebrities, designers, architects, and artists to use their creativetalents to dress and embellish a bottle of bubbly, which we thenauction off to benefit men, women, and children affected byHIV/AIDS. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. MidAmerica Club at Aon Tower,Chicago. 75. 773-248-5200 x303. www.chicagohouse.org.Campbell for Kids, Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament.Tournament play featuring players from Chicago Blackhawks,Blackhawks Alumni and other celebrities and professionalathletes. Those tournament players responsible for eliminatingcelebrity players during the tournament will receive theBlackhawks jerseys off their backs! Cash prizes will be awarded tothe top five players in the tournament. Unlimited drinks anddining, live entertainment, casino gaming and a silent auctionwith one-of a-kind items. 6 p.m. The Venue at Horseshoe Casino,Hammond, Indiana. Clare McDermott, 773-391-7709.www.campbellforkids.org.22Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation, Be MyValentine. This fun-filled, family focused event will feature asilent auction and raffle; plus entertaining activities for childrenand a special children’s concert by Justin Roberts 10 a.m.Ritz Carlton Chicago. 85 adults, 55 kids. 312-926-7133.www.lynnsage.org.28FridayCystic Fibrosis Foundation, Grand Chefs Gala: EmeraldCity. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will bring togetherChicago’s finest chefs at the spectacular Fairmont Hotel toprepare and present their signature dishes. The event will featuredelectable foods, stunning décor, and premium silent and liveauction items. Additionally, we will present our Founders’ Awardto Jim Kallas, Division President, as well as present the JeanBanchet Awards to Chicago’s outstanding chefs, restaurants, andcatering companies in their respective categories. 6 p.m. toMidnight. Fairmont Chicago–Millennium Park. 400.Amy, 312-236-4491. www.grandchefsgala.com.SundayMetropolitan Family Services, Winter Carnival.Children and families from DuPage County enjoy a fun-filledafternoon of ice skating, raffles and face-painting. Proceedsbenefit MetroMentors, Metropolitan Family Services’ youthmentoring program provided in partnership with schools andcommunity organizations. 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Seven BridgesIce Arena, Woodridge. 25 adults, 10 children. Brian Paladie,312-986-4172. www.metrofamily.org.29SaturdayU.S. Fund for UNICEF, Message of Hope Gala.The Gala will raise funds to support UNICEF’s Build Back Betterinitiative. UNICEF works to ensure that children in Haiti andglobally realize their rights to survival, clean water and protection.We aim to reduce the number of needless, preventable childdeaths worldwide from 22,000 to zero. 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.InterContinental Hotel Chicago. 350 per ticket, 3,500 tableof 10. Elisabeth Kasdorf 312-222-8900 x12,ekasdorf@unicefusa.org. www.unicefusa.org.30SundayCatholic Charities, d’Vine Affair. The d’Vine Affair willinclude a tasting of over 250 wines from the West Coast, Europe,and around the world, many of which will be poured by thevintners themselves. Seminars hosted by Patrick W. Fegan, andback by popular demand, Quartino will host an after-tastingdinner. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Union League Club, Chicago. 100 perticket. Ashley Owen, 312-655-7912, aowen@catholiccharities.net.Please note that event information listed was submitted byindividual organizations. While accurate at presstime, someorganizations amend their event schedules throughout theyear. Please contact organizations directly for the mostcurrent information. To submit events in the 2012 calendar,please email bigdates@crain.com.NON-PROFIT EVENTS2010 Photo Gallery1235641. PAWS Chicago, Animal Magnetism, February 20102. March of Dimes, Comcast Sportsnet Sports Award, February 20103. Starlight Children’s Foundation Midwest, Dream Date Charity Auction, February 20104. Chicago Opera Theater, “Opera Among the Stars” Gala, March 20105. CRADLE Foundation, Night of Promise, April 20106. Advocate Christ’s Medical Center, Hope Children’s Hospital Gala, April 2010To download a printable version of this calendar, please go to www.ChicagoBusiness.com/bigdates
5AAdvertising SupplementFEBRUARY4FridayPAWS Chicago, 5th Annual Animal Magnetism. AnimalMagnetism is a pet-friendly event for local Chicagoans to connectwith their friends and furry loved ones while enjoying dinner,dancing, photos with your pet and a one-of-a-kind live and silentauction. This event will raise money for Chicago’s homeless pets.7 p.m. Galleria Marchetti, Chicago. 125 in advance, 25 per pet.773-890-5118. www.pawschicago.org.Starlight Children’s Foundation Midwest, “Great-estEscape Ever!” Escape winter in Chicago and help create GreatEscape Family Outings for children battling critical and chronicillnesses. Enjoy cocktails & appetizers, a brilliant silent auctionand a dazzling raffle. 7 p.m. Hard Rock Hotel Chicago–FenderBallroom. 75 per ticket. VIP tickets and general admissiontickets available. Meredith, 312-251-STAR(7827) x14.www.starlight-midwest.org.5SaturdayNorthlight Theatre, A Night at the Casbah. Be sweptback in time to the glitz and glamour of a 1930s Hollywoodnightclub with “A Night at the Casbah,” Northlight Theatre’sgala celebration. The evening will feature sumptuousMoroccan-themed dining, belly dancers, and live music fromthe The Flat Cats. The evening will also include silent and liveauctions filled with unique and priceless activities andexcursions. 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Alhambra Palace, Chicago. 350. Kelly Harbaugh, Development and Special EventsCoordinator, 847-679-9501 x3312, kharbaugh@northlight.org.Little Company of Mary Hospital, Crystal Heart Ball.Crystal Heart Ball guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, agourmet meal, and dancing to the music of The City LightsOrchestra. Proceeds from this black tie event will benefit LittleCompany of Mary Hospital’s Capital Campaign. 6:30 p.m. TheField Museum, Chicago. 300 per ticket. Little Company of MaryHospital Foundation, 708-229-5067. www.lcmh.org.Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras, NoteworthyNight–Viva la Música! The Noteworthy Night will featurecocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions and a performance byCYSO’s world-renowned Symphony Orchestra to benefit themusic training, education and engagement programs of CYSO.6 p.m. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. 375 per ticket. LaurenceMoore, CYSO Development Manager, 312-939-2207 x25.www.cyso.org.Lyric Opera of Chicago, Fantasy of the Opera.Celebrate the 27th annual Fantasy of the Opera benefit at theCivic Opera House, organized by the Guild Board of Directors,with exceptional restaurant tasting stations, a seated dinner, silentauction, raffle, cabaret, and dancing! 6:30 p.m. Civic OperaHouse, Chicago. 400. Guild Board Office, 312-827-5656.www.lyricopera.org.7MondayGoodman Theatre, Fame, Fantasy, Food, AdventureAuction. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while bidding onsilent auction items. Dinner, a live auction, and desert follow.Goodman Trustee Leslie Hindman of Leslie Hindman Auctioneerswill auction dinners prepared by top chefs, international trips,backstage tours, tickets to premiere events and more. 5:30 p.m.The Peninsula, Chicago. 75. Katie Frient.www.goodmantheatre.org.9WednesdayHuman Resources Management Association ofChicago, Navigating the Changing Legal and RegulatoryLandscape. This program will focus on the impact new andimpending laws and regulations will have on business andhuman resources practices. It will explore how leaders arepreparing their workforce to meet new requirements. 7:15 a.m. to10 a.m. The Standard Club, Chicago. 85 HRMAC members, 150 nonmembers. 312-981-6790. www.hrmac.org.10National Association of Corporate Directors–ChicagoChapter, All Things Proxy. At the February breakfast, weplan to discuss investors’ hot buttons and how they can beaddressed from a governance/oversight point of view. Whatwritten communication to investors hits these issues? Howshould boards get prepared for the Say on Pay and othershareholder vote outcomes? 7:30 a.m. The Chicago Club. 30members, 60 guests. 630-527-9579. www.chicagonacd.org.American Red Cross of Greater Chicago, Flirting forDisaster: A Heart-Filled Celebration. Event includescomplimentary appetizers, drink specials, raffle prizes from local,buzz-worthy businesses, entertainment, sometimes live music,sometimes dancing, always a great time! Proceeds will supportthe lifesaving mission of the American Red Cross. 6 p.m. to 9p.m. Lux Bar, Chicago. 20 in advance or 25 at the door.312-729-6138. www.flirtingfordisaster.com.Misericordia Heart of Mercy, Chicago Auto Show FirstLook for Charity Black Tie Event. Exciting way to view theChicago Auto Show while supporting Misericordia. Misericordiais among 19 area charities that will benefit. The evening allowsyou to visit the show without the crowds, while enjoying cocktailsand delicious hors d’oeuvres. 5:30 p.m. McCormick PlaceChicago. 225. 773-273-4133. www.misericordia.com.Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation,Leadership Prize Dinner. The Lincoln Leadership Prize willbe presented by Tom Brokow to the Tim Russert family. Thisevent furthers the work of the Abraham Lincoln Library one of ourstate’s top tourism destinations. 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m.dinner, Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. 500. PJH & Associates,312-553-2000. www.pjhchicago.com.Chicago Lighthouse, Sweets for Sight. This Valentine’s Dayevent raises funds for people who are blind or visually impaired.Enjoy cocktails, champagne, chocolate sweets and love themedtunes. 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Redhead Piano Bar, Chicago. 45 per ticket or 10 for 350.11FridayY-ME National Breast Cancer Organization. The town willbe painted pink for the sixth time to raise funds for Y-ME. At theevent, guests walk the pink carpet and sip on delicious cocktailsserved by local celebrity servers and dine on appetizers fromsome of the city’s best dining establishments. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.The Underground, Chicago. 75 per ticket in advance. Space islimited. 312-294-8557. www.tickledpinkchicago.com.12SaturdayMarklund, 15th Annual Top Hat Ball‘Top Hat Ball Goes Hollywood.’ Guests will enjoy a RedCarpet experience complete with lights, cameras and paparazzi.There will be fine dining, dancing to the Al Sofia Orchestra, andan exceptional live auction. Funds raised will help Marklund. 6p.m. Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile.Jeannine Zupo. www.tophat.com.Greater South Loop Association, Aldermanic Debate.Candidates for the 2nd and 3rd wards are invited to debateissues. Co-hosted by South Loop Neighbors. Free.www.greatersouthloop.org.13SundayAmerican Lung Association in Greater Chicago, Fightfor Air Climb at Oakbrook Terrace Tower. Step up for lunghealth at the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb.Climb 31 floors, 680 steps, to the top of the suburbs’ tallestbuilding! Climb more than once in the extreme and ultimatechallenges. Participate as an individual or as part of corporate orfamily team. 7:45 a.m. Oakbrook Terrace Tower. 25 registrationfee 100 additional fundraising. American Lung Association,312-781-1100. www.fightforairclimb.org.14MondayValentines DayThursdayLINK Unlimited, Dreamkeepers Gala.7th annual DreamKeepers Gala benefiting LINK Unlimited,Chicago’s oldest scholarship and mentoring program. Event to bechaired by Suzu Neithercut and will honor Carolyn Parmer,co-founder of LINK. 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Galleria Marchetti,Chicago. 250 per ticket. Link Unlimited, 312-225-5465.March of Dimes, Comcast SportsNet Sports Awards.Comcast SportsNet honors a professional athlete from each ofChicago’s favorite sports teams (Bears, Bulls, Cubs, Blackhawks,Sox and Fire) to benefit the March of Dimes. 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.Hilton Chicago. 300. Rebecca, hinum Academy, Josephinum Academy WinterLuncheon. Woman’s Athletic Club, Chicago. 50 per ticket.Morgan Henington.17ThursdayJane Addams Hull House Association, Award FinanceIndustry Dinner. Cocktail reception and dinner honoring theoutstanding humanitarian efforts of Joseph Gregoire, PNCFinancial Services Group Inc., with the Jane Addams LegacyAward. Chicago, Michael Glass. www.hullhouse.org.Executives’ Club of Chicago, Global Leaders Luncheon.Featuring Vikram Pandit, CEO of Citi. 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. TheHilton Chicago. Connie Jacobs, 312-263-3500 x34.www.executivesclub.org.19SaturdayClearbrook, “A Grapevine of Friends” Wine Tasting.Discover the different flavors and aromas and learn more abouteach variety. This classic evening also features gourmet foodstations, silent and live auctions, entertainment and dancing.Proceeds benefit people with disabilities. 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre, Hoffman Estates. 100. Krystle Seifert, 847-385-5009. www.clearbrook.org.Crisis Center for South Suburbia, Heart to HeartExtravaganza. The annual dinner features live and silentauctions, a 10,000 cash raffle, and music. Sponsorshipopportunities available. Proceeds benefit women and childrenwho are survivors of domestic violence. 6 p.m. Silver LakeCountry Club, Orland Park. 80. Janice Laging, 708-429-7255.www.crisisctr.org.20SundaySpecial Leisure Services Foundation, Gold MedalFashion Show. Forty Special Olympics Illinois Areaathletes and future athletes will model the latest fashions for ananticipated audience of 700. Guests will delight in a luncheon,raffles, and a grand prize drawing. Tickets are 40. 11:30 a.m. to3 p.m. The Meadows Club, Rolling Meadows. 40.847-392-2848 x255. www.nwsra.org.21MondayPresidents Day22TuesdayArts & Business Council of Chicago, BusinessEssentials for the Arts Workshops. Workshops focus onmarketing or the functioning and effectiveness of nonprofitboards. Workshop is led by topical experts, lasts approximatelythree hours, includes handouts and other take-away materials andhas a question and answer component. 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Columbia College, Chicago. 40 to 60. A&BC, 312-372-1876.23WednesdayJewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, Women’sDivision Book & Author Event. Featuring Jeffrey Zaslow andhis latest book, The Girls from Ames.” Morning Am Shalom,Glencoe. Naomi Fox, 312-357-4877. www.juf.org.24ThursdayYNPN Chicago, Annual Celebration. Interested incelebrating the hard work and accomplishments of Chicago areanonprofits? The YNPN Chicago Annual Celebration draws over250 young nonprofit professionals for food, drinks, inspirationalspeakers, and good times in honor of the sector's contributions.6:30 p.m. Preston Bradley Hall, Chicago Cultural Center. CrystalJohnson, 312-255-3526 or Cheryl Wisniewski 708-705-4149.www.ynpnchicago.org25American Heart Association, Chicago Go Red forWomen Luncheon. American Heart Association’s annualluncheon empowers women–and the men that love them–to livebetter, healthier lives. This half-day event includes a town hallpanel of medical, dietary and research leaders, educationalsessions, health screenings and a moving luncheon program.Palmer House Hilton, Chicago. 250 each, 2,500 per table.312-476-6667. www.heart.org.Heartland Alliance, The Art of Human Rights.Ranked as one of Chicago’s top 100 events, this benefit hosted bythe Junior Board of Heartland Alliance features live and silent fineart auctions. Don’t miss this after-work cocktail party (formerly ArtAgainst AIDS ) which boasts a variety of mediums by artistsfrom all over the country. Proceeds from the event help HeartlandAlliance provide housing, health care, economic security, andlegal protection services to more than 600,000 people annuallywhose lives are threatened by poverty or danger. 6:30 p.m.Gruen Galleries, Chicago. 125 in advance, 150 at the door.Stephanie Scherra, 312-660-1339. www.artofhumanrights.com26SundayBear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Bear TieBall. A tropical tour to find a cure. Bear Necessities PediatricCancer Foundation is heating things up in the Great Hall ofChicago’s Union Station and taking you on a tropical islandadventure with dining, dancing and sizzling interactive auctionsincluding new iTouch bidding. 6 p.m. Union Station, Chicago. 325. Karen Roark, 312-214-1200 x29. www.bearnecessities.org.Chicago Children’s Museum, Hide & Seek. ChicagoChildren’s Museum’s Metropolitan Board Presents Hide & Seek.The evening will feature live performances and
Kickoff at Union Station; project sites across city, Chicago. . Hospital Foundation, 708-229-5067. www.lcmh.org. Chicago Yo
