Cars Under the Stars-Batavia Jacyee's Cruise Night
The Batavia Jaycees Junior Chamber of Commerce are proud to continue their 6th year of free community car cruise nights to bring car cruisers and car enthusiasts to the beautiful downtown Batavia Riverwalk on Houston Street between Water and Island Streets. Live music is often played by local musicians and trophies are given out at every cruise night. Cars Under the Stars is taking place on May 16th, May 30th, June 13th, June 27th, July 11th, July 25th, August 8th, August 22nd and September 5th. All nights are from 6PM-9PM. All years of vehicles welcome!
Chicago's 1st Annual 25th Hour Party!
The Keep On Keeping On Foundation Presents Chicago's 1st Annual 25th Hour Party on Friday, September 5th at Zella, 1983 N Clybourn in Chicago from 8-11:30pm. $10 donation at the door. Drink specials - $3 Domestic, $4 Call Drinks and $5 House Wine. Come Celebrate Tim, President of the Keep On Keeping Foundation, and Matt's, radio host from The Score 670AM, accomplishment of running for 24-hours solid to raise funds and awareness for individuals born with physical disabilities. All proceeds benefit The Keep On Keeping Foundation.
VFW Post Poker Run
Participate in the VFW Post 1563 Motorcycle Riders Association Poker Run on September 6th located at 6880 Hendricks St. in Merrillville, IN. Registration is from 10:00am-11:30am. First bike out is at 11:00am and last bike in is at 5:00pm. Hog roast, door prizes and live music! Proceeds to help veterans and their families. $15.00 for a single rider; $25.00 for double. All stops will be at VFW Posts. Comtact Mark at 219.718.5776 or Duane at 219.688.3751 for more details.
"Stop the Violence" Walk
Drivers, Attendants, Parents, Students, and Schools Against Violence (D.A.P.S.S.A.V.) is holding a "Stop The Violence" Walk on Saturday September 6th in the south suburban community. Come walk out violence. For more informationcontact Nancy Bruce at 708-371-2986 or e-mail Nancy at nancy@alphaschoolbus.com.
2nd Annual Lil Lear Memorial Bike Run
With Proceeds to Benefit Hospice of the Calumet Area, a not for profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life through compassionate care for individuals and families facing an end -of-life illness. Ride begins at Elis Pub 6729 Kennedy Ave. Hammond, IN. Sign ups start at 10:30 AM, last Bike out at 12:30PM. $15 per person includes Free Breakfast, Dinner, T-shirts and pins to first 100 sign ups. Ride Prizes, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle and more. For more information you can e-mail elisonkennedy@comcast.net
DuPage County Police Association's 5th Annual Motorcycle Poker Run!
The DuPage County Police Association's 5th Annual Motorcycle Poker Run will take place on Sunday, September 7 in rememberence of 9/11/01. Sign in 9:00a.m. to 11:00a.m., 1st Bike Out at 10:00a.m., all bikes back at 2:00p.m., 100 miles rain or shine. Entertainment and venders will be at the finish point! Starting point at Wildfire Harley Davidson located at 120 W. North Ave. in Villa Park and the finish point at Courtyard Banquets located at 3 S. 200 Rt. 59 in Warrenville. For further information and pre-registration go to www.dupagepolice.org and click on upcoming events!
The 28th Annual Misericordia Family Fest - Sunday, Sept 7, 2008
Join the fun at Misericordia Family Fest on Sunday, September 7th from 11:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. at Ridge and Devon in Chicago. Enjoy grat food and drink, live music including Dayna Malow, children's theatre and games, and much more! Call 773-273-2766 or visit misericordia.org for further information and to purchase tickets.
2nd Annual Chicagoland Speedway Blood and Bone Marrow Drive
Chicagoland Speedway will host the 2nd Annual Chicagoland Speedway Blood and Bone Marrow Drive in the Infield Care Center on Thursday, September 11th in honor of the firefighters, officers and thousands of civilians who lost their lives in the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. This is an opportunity to save lives! Every life saving donation, participants will receive a Chicagoland Speedway hat, a photo opportunity in Gatorade Victory Lane with the Chicagoland Speedway Official Pace Car and the opportunity to win (4) track packs for the 2009 races at Chicagoland Speedway. To schedule an appointment to donate blood, please contact LifeSource at 847.803.7943 or register on-line at www.lsbrighten.org and use sponsor code: 370A. To register for the bone marrow program, appointments are not necessary.
Chicago Agency Celebrates 25 Years of Service to Pregnant and Parenting Teens
On September 12, 2008, New Moms, Inc. will be hosting its 25th Anniversary Dinner in Hotel Allegro Chicago's historic Walnut Ballroom. The event will celebrate a quarter-century of service to pregnant and parenting homeless teens in Chicago, and will feature top-notch entertainment, great food, and excellent company. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a silen auction and performance from acclaimed musician Charles Graham, and will feature an elegant meal created by the talented chefs at Hotel Allegro. For more information please visit http://www.newmomsinc.org/25thanniversary/index.html or contact Hilary Zinn by calling 773-252-3253, or emailing hzinn@newmomsinc.org.
ALS Walk 4 Life!
Come together with thousands of ALS supporters and help provide HOPE at one of the world's largest ALS fundraisers on Satursday, September 13th! Join the Les Turner ALS Foundation's 7th Annual Walk for Life! Grab your friends, family and pets and join us for a two-mile walk along beautiful Lake Michigan. It's a celebration of courage, hope, and community that raises funds for those affected by Lou Gehrig's disease. So, put on your walking shoes, get a team together and help "strike out ALS." Provide hope by WALKING! Join us by calling 888-A-L-S-1107 or visit www.lesturnerals.org.
3rd Annual Andersonville Music & BBQ Festival
The 3rd Annual Andersonville Music & BBQ Festival, hosted by St. Gregory Church, is scheduled for Saturday, September 13 from 12PM-10PM in the heart of the Andersonville neighborhood at the 5500 block of North Ashland Avenue. The festival will feature a music stage and include local and national music talent, children's actrivites, performances, great food and drink. Cos0t is $5 donation, kids under 12 are free. Questions? 773-714-1542
Hike for Hospice
Fox Valley Volunteer Hospice will host Hike for Hospice, a 5k run/walk at 9:00a.m. on Saturday, September 13th along the Fox Valley River in Batavia. Last year, this event raised more than $30,000 in support of FVVH's programs, enabling the agency to provide hospice and bereavement care to patients throughout Kane, Kenall, DuPage, McHenry and Cook counties. For more information please call 630.232.2233 x228.
Riders Wanted!
Local motorcycles and car enthusiasts are invited to join the Golden State Foods (GFS) Foundation and Teamsters Local 710 in their Second Annual "Golden Ride" fundraising events on September 14th. Funds raised from registration fees will benefit Autism Speaks and local Ronald McDonald House Charities. Registration for the 80-100 mile leisure ride will take place 9:00am to 11:00am at Chi-Town Harley Davidson located at 17801 S. LaGrange Rd. in Tinley Park, IL. Fees are $15 per driver and $5 per passenger.
Center for Independence Fundraiser
Help support over 125 children with physcial disabilites living in the Chicagoland area. The Center is holding it's 10th Annual Fundraiser on September 19, 2008 at the Seven Bridges Golf Club in Woodridge, Illinois. The Center is looking for people willing to donate an item for the Fundraising auction and raffles. This donation will help make the fundraiser a success, and strengthen the lives of over 125 children.
World's Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics
Truckers from all over the United States and Canada will participate in the World's Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics on September 20th. The Illinois convoy will start at South Suburban College in South Holland. Registration is from 8-9:30am with the convoy starting at 10am. Trucks will be escorted by law enforcement in a convoy for approximately 15 miles along interstate 94 before returning to South Suburban Callege. To register, go to www.soill.org
Harvest Festival in Hampshire!
Start your fall off with a great family day with something for every age! Our Harvest Festival kicks off with a 3K family run and walk (strollers allowed) at 8 a.m. Then at 1 p.m. enjoy children's games, petting zoo, spinning apple ride, bingo, hay ride, basket raffles, mum sale, beer & wine garden, great food, bake sale, and live music! Admission for adults and children over the age of 13 is $2, children 4-12 are $1, and children under 3 are free. Join us for a fun day! Live music begins at 6 p.m. and festival runs until 11 p.m. Questions about the Harvest Festival please visit www.scbparish.org.
Homes for Endangered and Lost Pets
The St. Charles Moose Family Center has teamed up with HELP (Homes for Endangered and Lost Pets) to make a difference! HELP is an all-volunteer pet rescue organization. They rely solely on their volunteers and donators to ensure the health and safety of each animal in their foster program. The St. Charles Moose Family Center is dedicated to Community Service, and with that they are hosting a Fun Fair at their facility in St. Charles, IL on September 20th from 11am-4pm. They will have games, activities, and prizes for the whole family, including PETS!! There will be pets eligible for adoption, a pet groomer, a trainer, and tons of things to learn! All proceeds from the event will be donated to HELP. They are asking for donations of Pet Supplies of any kind. Donations will be accepted at the St. Charles Family Center from now until the day of the event.
St. Jude Children's Hospital Benefit
Come out for a day of bowling and help raise funds for St. Jude Children's Hospital at Brunswick Bowl, located at 103rd and Cicero, in Oak Lawn on Saturday, September 20th. From 12:00pm-4:00pm, participate in an open bowl family events. Regular price bowling proceeds will go to St. Jude's and will include unlimited arcade games, pizza buffet, police, firemen, clowns and magicians! From 5:00pm-8:00pm and/or 9:00pm-midnight cosmic bowl and enjoy a buffet, soda bar, silent auctions, door prizes, 50/50 split the pot, live DJ and much more! $30.00 w/shoe rental per person includes everything. $15.00 to attend and includes everything except bowling. For more information, please contact Mike Cozi at SJCRH@yahoo.com or www.myspace.com/SJCRH.
Moose Helps H.E.L.P. Animal Fun-Fair
Saturday, September 20th 11:00am-4:00pm at the St. Charles Moose Lodge and Family Center located across from Meijer on Route 38. Bring the whole family. Pets welcome. Games, prizes, activities, food. Animal adoptions, pet grooming, dog training and more! Please bring a donation of an animal related item i.e. food, leashes, beds, toys.
CdLS 4th Annual Candlelight Bowl
Saturday, September 20th at 7:30pm come out for the 4th Annual CdLS Candlelight Bowl at Willowbrook Lanes, 735 Plainfield Rd. in Willowbrook. All proceeds benefit the Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Foundation. Donations $210 per team of six; price includes 3 games of bowling and dinner buffet. Cash raffle prizes $5 per ticket. Silent art auction, general raffle prizes and 50/50 cash raffles. Funds raised will help offset the costs for Michaela and family to attend the CdLS National Conference and enable the CdLS Foundation to ensure early and accurate diagnosis of CdLS, promote research and help those touched by CdLS to make informed decisions during their lifetime. For reservations, more info or to purchase raffle tickets, contact Matt Farej at 708.217.9117.
Ovarian Cancer Run
The roar of motorcylces will bring awareness to ovarian cancer on Sunday, September 21st. The 6th Annual Dorene Knapp Memorial Ovarian Cancer 'Turning a Whisper into a Roar" Awareness & Pledge Fundraiser is a motorcycle parade thay will start at Heritage Harley Davidson in Lisle and end at the Montgomery VFW. This is the tenth annual event, which has been renamed for its founder after her passing. Registration is from 10 a.m. to noon at Heritage Harley-Davidson, 2595 Ogden Ave., Lisle. Pre-registration is $15 and $20 on the day of the event. A free T-shirt will be given to a pledge of $200 or more and a prize will be awarded to whoever collects the most pledges. For more information call Mary Thomas at 630.871.0559 or email ovariancancer@yahoo.com or www.fvhog.com.
"Cruisin' for Critters" Motorcycle Memorial Run
Be apart of the "Cruisin' for Critters" Motorcycle Memorial Run in honor of Dean Knospe on Sunday, September 21st. Registration begins at 10:00am at Joey B's, 1625 Rt. 176 in Crystal Lake. Donuts and coffee will be ready to start you off! Party, Band, Food and Prizes at the Finish Line. A fun scenic ride in the autumn beauty of September to benefit the Assisi Animal Foundation, the organization that built McHenry County's first non-kill shelter. They house over 200 animals in cheerful cageless surroundings for as long as it takes to find a permanent loving home! $20.00 for Driver and $5.00 for passenger. If you are not a bike person, come enjoy the band and activities for $5.00 per person. This event features a poker run and the best of three poker hands. The Chase Daniels and Western Sky Band starts at 3:30pm. For more information please call Shannon at 815.245.1109 or AAF at 815.455.9411.
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Come out for the Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament on Sunday, September 21st at Ravisloe Country Club, 18231 South Park in Homewood. Doors open at 11:30am. Tournament begins at 12:30pm. Includes $10,000 in prizes (based on 200 players), buffet, raffles and unlimited drinks. Admission is $100 if registered by 9.8.08 (non-refundable) or $125 at the door and after 9.8.08. Register by contacting Cindy Reno at 708.755.8030 ext. 271.
March on Dimes Jonas Salk Health Leadership Awards
The March of Dimes recognizes a distinguished group of maternal child health leaders at this annual luncheon. A nurse, physician, researcher and public and community health leader will be honored. The event is located at Galleria MArchetti 825 W. Erie, Chicago,IL, 11:30 AM. For more information call 312-596-4717 or www.marchofdimes.com/illinois
6th Annual Midtown 5K Run and Walk
Midtown Athletic Club Palatine will host its 6th Annual 5K Run and Walk on Saturday, September 27 along with a complimentary training program for first time 5K-ers entitled "Run Your First 5K". Training sessions will be held on eight consecutive Saturdays leading up to the event and conducted by Midtown certified personal trainers. Cost to participate in the 5K Run and Walk is $25 per adult and $15 per child, ages 14 and under. Price includes event t-shirt, post-race party and awards ceremony. All proceeds from the Midtown 5K Run and Walk benefit Bears Care. For more information contact Robyn Kove at (847) 991-4646 or visit www.midtown.com/palatine.
Benefit for Makenna C. Marshall
My name is Makenna Christine Marshall. I am one of the people who are diagnosed with Leukemia every five minutes throughout this country. I don't enjoy being a statistic. I want to enjoy being a kid. I am just beginning my battle against Leukemia. I was diagnosed on April 28th, 2008, one month shy of my third birthday. I am currently going through my second phase of chemo. I hope to be in remission as soon as possible. I have endured needles, surgery, fevers, awful medicines, bone marrow and spinal taps for countless numbers of tests. I am being told this will go on for a minimum of 3 years. I hope for a sure for Leukemia, for not only me, but for all who have or will be diagnosed. I hope you will come and be a part of my special night on Saturday, September 27th from 5:30pm-10:00pm at Central Park in Manhattan. $35 donation. Donation includes food, beer, live entertainment, split-the-pots, silent auction, and raffles. Limit to 21 and over. Donations can be made to the Benefit for Makenna C. Marshall at the First Bank of Manhattan. Presale tickets are available, contact Beth Holiner at 815.478.3537 for more information.
The 14th Annual Pow Wow Committee Event in Naperville
Come out to the 14th Annual Naper Settlement event that will be held September 27th and 28th in Naperville, 523 S Webster Street. Saturday, gates open 11:00am, grand entry 1:00pm and 7:00pm. Sunday, gates open 12:00pm, grand entry 1:00pm. Admission $8.00 Adults, seniors 62+ and children 6-12 $5.00, children 5 and under free. Discount for two-day pass at gate. Special guests will be attending with many cultural exhibits and demonstrations including storytelling, sweet grass braiding, and basket making held throughout the weekend. The children's area open from 11am-4pm both days; hosts crafts, games, flint knapping (making arrowheards) and educational information. Rain or shine, bring lawn chairs, plenty of parking. For further information call 773.585.1744, visit www.midwestsoarring.org or email soarring@aol.com.
The 2nd Annual Ricky's Ride to Benefit SSSRA Organization
The 2nd annual Ricky's Ride to benefit SSSRA organization will be held on Sunday, September 28th at the Oak Lawn Harley located at 11040 South Cicero ave. in Oak Lawn. Sign in starts at 9:00a.m. and the first bike out at 11:00a.m. $15.00 single or $20.00 couples. This is a rain or shine event and ALL BIKES ARE WELCOME. Proceeds will benefit the South Suburban Special Recreation Association. SSRA provides individuals with disabilities or special needs the oppurtunity to be involved with year round recreation. For further information please visit www.rickysride.org.
"Support Our Troops" Rally
Come out and support our troops! Members of the VFW Post 2580, Ladies Auxiliary 2580 and members of the Amrican Legion 691 are sponsoring a "Support Our Troops" Rally on Sunday, September 28, 2008 at Midlothian Village Greens at the corner of 147th and Waverly St from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Free hot dogs, raffles, music and fun! See/Call Commander Bill Burtner at 708.371.5227 or Aux. President, Eva Reyes-Seitz at 708.799.0446 for details.
25th Annual Playdough Palooza
Playdough Palooza is Children's Memorial Hospital's Wish List Auxiliary Board's annual fund-raising event to support the Child Life Department; all of the proceeds will fund new supplies (toys, games, and crafts) for the playrooms on Children's Memorial's campus. This year's 25th annual Playdough Palooza will take place on Friday, October 3 at the Chicago Cultural Center. This fun-fulled event will be filled with food, entertainment, a silent auction and much more. For more information contact Pepe Reilly at 773-857-0344 or visit www.childrensmemorial.org/wishlist.
4 Haynes' Hearts
The Haynes family was a happy family with bright hopes for the future. No one could imagine that Chris Haynes would not be there to see his kids open their gifts on Christmas morning. On Saturday, December 22nd, at the age of 45, Chris suffered a fatal heart attack at the wheel of his car while he and his wife, Vicki, were driving their youngest son to his basketball game. He was gone in an instant...and four lives changed forever. Chris and Vicki faced the same challenges as other parents with a growing family; struggling to make ends meet, working to keep their kids on the "straight and narrow" in our ever-changing society, and trying to give them the best chance for a successful future...a loving home and a good education. Chris can't be here to help his family realize their hopes and dreams. It is now up to Vicki to finish the job alone as she mourns the love of her life and comforts her children in their immeasurable loss. Join family and friends as they come together to host a fundraising benefit for the Haynes family on Saturday, October 4, 2008 from 6-11pm at the Nativity of Our Lord Church Hall, 3700 S Union Ave in Chicago. All proceeds from this event will go directly to the Haynes family.
7th Annual Multiple Sclerosis Fundraiser
Support The National Multiple Sclerosis Society by attending the 7th Annual Multiple Sclerosis Fundraiser on October 4th at 115 Bourbon Street in Merrionete Park from 4 PM-9 PM. The evening costs $30 , which includes 4 hours of food and drink. The event includes raffles, split the pot, and live music by Railroad Gin. All proceeds benefit The National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Greater Illinois Chapter in Chicago.
Children's Memorial Marathon Team
Go the distance for kids by joining the Children's Memorial Marathon Team, a special group of people who raise money for the patients and families at Children's Memorial Hospital while training for the Chicago Marathon to be held on Sunday, October 12, 2008. Give yourself the best incentive for crossing the line - the opportunity to save or improve the life of a child! Register online today at childrensmemorial.org/marathon.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Light the Night Walk
Sign on to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light The Night Walk. LLS holds walks each fall in approximately 240 communities across the United States and Canada. In the Chicagoland area, walks will take place on the following dates and locations.
Western Suburbs: September 6, Lisle Community Park
Chicago: September 13th, Grant Park
North Shore: October 12th, Gallery Park,-Glenview
To find out more about forming a team or participating in a Light the Night Walk, contact the Illinois Chapter at 312-651-7354, or visit www.lightthenight.org/il.
Hickory Hills Youth Baseball Will Be Hostin Fall Baseball This Year!
Last year was our maiden year for this program but it has grown to monumental proportions this year. We have also joined forces with Batter Up Baseball Academy who with our very own Scott Kargol, will be directing the program. I can promise you that this year's program will not dissappoint. This program will be an instructional program with ALL games being played 's and Sunday's. The Fall Ball season goes from . Please visit www.hhyb.org for further info as well as to obtain a registration form. Spots are limited so please don't wait.September 6, 2008 - October 19, 2008on Saturday
Hope to see you on the diamond..... Joe Marrotta, HHYB
American Diabetes Association's Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes
This year, thousands of area residents will come together the month of October in the Chicagoland area to raise funds for Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes. Formerly known as America's Walk for Diabetes, Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes is the fund-raising walk of the American Diabetes Association (ADA). All funds raised from Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes are used in support of the Association's mission: to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Be a part of the cure-Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes - and start raising money today! To register, volunteer or find out more information, please visit diabetes.org/stepout or call 1.888.DIABETES.
