Kemmie Ryan

Sara McMonagle and Reem Hassaballa hosted an evening of shopping and philanthropy at MARCUS in downtown Hinsdale this fall. Ten percent of the proceeds from the shopping event were donated to the Bayan Hassaballa Foundation—created in honor of Reem and Hesham Hassaballa’s daughter, Bayan, after she lost her battle to cancer in 2009. ourangelbayan.com

Art enthusiasts gathered for an evening of beautiful works and a panel discussion on the influence that artwork has on the home. The power panel, moderated by Virgil Catherine Gallery owner Catherine Ponakala, included Julie Laux, owner and principal designer of J. Jordan Homes; Dawn McKenna, founder of the Dawn McKenna Group; expert art dealer

The Oak Brook Chapter of the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago and benefit co-chair Joyce Cox-Cunningham, hosted its popular seasonal fundraiser at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace, just before Christmas. Well-heeled guests shopped a variety of vendors at the Holiday Boutique, took in a stand-out fashion presentation from Zzazz Productions, and raised funds for the

Supporters filled the Butterfield Country Club to enjoy the joyous sounds of the holidays, once again. The evening began with a social cocktail hour followed by an exquisite dinner and festive holiday program. Funds raised will be used to support Trinity Services’ many programs aimed to help individuals with disabilities and mental illness. This year’s