Laura Pavin

Mary Lou Saville of Westmont, left, and Nancy Johnson of Western Springs

Party raises $5,000 for Elmhurst Symphony

May 20, 2019 at 8:59 a.m.

Event: Benefit for the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra Supporting: Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra's concerts and programs, including instrumental group performances at local elementary schools, the Stanger Young Artists Audition, a family concert,...

WINGS CEO Rebecca Darr of Hoffman Estates, left, and Barb Snyders of Alton

Resale Fashion Show raises $60,000 for WINGS

May 8, 2019 at 8:01 p.m.

Event: WINGS Oscars After Party — 10th Annual Resale Fashion Show Supporting: WINGS' efforts to provide refuge and support services to women and children who are trying to leave a...

Riley, left, and Ellison Baker, both of Northfield

Hope’s In Style raises $75,000 to aid Guatemalan families

May 10, 2019 at 10:25 p.m.

Event: Fifth Annual Hope's In Style Fashion Show Benefiting: Hope's In, a Barrington organization that aids families living in garbage dump communities in Guatemala City. Funds from this year's events...

Stephanie and Justin Spackey of South Barrington

‘Casino Royale’ raises $43,000 for BJWC projects

May 22, 2019 at 8:44 a.m.

Event: 'Casino Royale: An Evening of Gaming and Giving' Hosted by: The Barrington Junior Women's Club Cause: To fund the annnual grants BJWC awards to local charities that include Barrington...

ABC 7 President and General Manager John Idler and Martha Idler of Evanston

Chicago Auto Show’s First Look raises $3M for charity

May 15, 2019 at 6:21 p.m.

Event: Chicago Auto Show's First Look for Charity Benefiting: 18 local charities Date: Feb. 10 Location: McCormick Place, Chicago Attended:10,000+ Raised: $3 million Website: chicagoautoshow.com

Maine Township High School Dist. 207 Board member Margaret McGrath and Supt. Ken Wallace, both of Park Ridge

Park Ridge Chamber honors 2017 ‘Stars’

May 15, 2019 at 6:21 p.m.

Event: 'A Night of Stars' Hosted by: Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Recognizing: Outstanding achievements in community service Date: Feb. 11 Location: Café La Cave, Des Plaines Attended: 240 Raised:...

Karen Gubitz and Nick Sinadinos, both of Oak Park

Chefs Gala raises $670,000 to fight cystic fibrosis

May 24, 2019 at 1:04 a.m.

Event: Grand Chef's Gala: 20th Anniversary Platinum Affair Benefiting: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Featuring: 50 of Chicago's top tier chefs and mixologists, who created signature dishes, desserts and cocktails for attendees...

Dave Buckley, from left, Dayna Imhoff, and Melissa Buckley, all of Barrington

Holly Ball raises $400,000 for ‘Blessings in a Backpack’

May 22, 2019 at 8:40 a.m.

Website: barringtonchildrenscharities.com Event: 2016 Holly Ball Presented by: Barrington Children's Charities Supporting: Blessings in a Backpack Program, which provides meals to students on the federal free and reduced price meal...

Nicolette Dugo of Oak Brook, from left, Odie Florino of Chicago, Dee Dugo of Oak Brook, and Rose Mary Pistilli of Chicago

20th Books & Brunch raises $170,000 for Assistance League

May 23, 2019 at 3:58 p.m.

Event: 20th Annual Books & Brunch Presented by: Assistance League Chicagoland West Benefiting: The League's many outreach programs, some of which involve offering new winter coats and literacy backpacks to...

Kouzina Co-founder and Committee Member Maria Lampros, left, and Tina Lambros-Anagnos, both of Lake Forest

National Hellenic Museum hosts 2016 Kouzina

June 8, 2018 at 9:21 p.m.

Event: Kouzina 2016: A Twist on the Classics Supporting: The National Hellenic Museum's educational programs and exhibits Date: Nov. 3 Location: National Hellenic Museum, Chicago Attended: 500+ Website: nationalhellenicmuseum.org

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