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ANIMAL MAGNETISM

PAWS Chicago’s sold-out 18th annual Animal Magnetism event raised a record-breaking $300,000 to support homeless and at-risk pets. Over 600 guests—and many furry companions—enjoyed a vibrant evening at Morgan Manufacturing featuring food from top Chicago restaurants, lively auctions, and pet-friendly fun including doggy portraits and a canine buffet. Presented by Becker’s Healthcare and hosted by

LAKE FOREST ACADEMY’S GALA 2025

Experiential education took center stage at Lake Forest Academy’s annual Gala this spring. At LFA, learning is most impactful and lasting when students actively engage with the world around them. Through retreats, experiential learning-focused clubs, field trips, and global travel, students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability. Thanks to the generous support of the LFA

PAWS FOR A CAUSE

Paws for Patrick hosted its third annual Paws for a Cause benefit at Pinstripes in Northbrook, raising funds to improve young people’s mental health through its Emotional Support Animals and Therapy Dogs programs. At the sold-out event, 300 attendees enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions, a paddle raise, and a musical performance by

HONORARY CHAIR LECTURE & LUNCH

Award-winning, internationally published interior designer Mary McDonald joined Dara Caponigro—Chief Creative Officer of F. Schumacher & Co. and Editor-in-Chief of FREDERIC magazine—for the sold-out Honorary Chair Lecture & Lunch at the Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens. The dynamic conversation captivated the audience, who enjoyed signature bites, sandwiches, and salads from SPACE 519’s The Lunchroom. Attendees

MENTAL HEALTH: THE EFFICACY OF KETAMINE FOR MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS

A promising new treatment or a fad? Over the last decade, ketamine—once considered a party drug and a veterinary anesthetic—has emerged as a revolutionary treatment for mental health disorders, particularly depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). With the mental health crisis growing in severity, many are turning to this psychedelic substance with the hope

PROACTIVE VS. REACTIVE MEDICAL CARE

Taking care of your health before something goes wrong—just like routine car maintenance—can save you pain, time, and money in the long run. For generations and even now, we go see the doctor mostly when something is wrong. An ache or pain, fever, or fatigue are a few of many symptoms that we seek out

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