Living & Giving

Gather your friends next weekend for a garden party that can make a difference in the lives of many as WINGS, Illinois’ largest agency offering services for families and individuals experiencing domestic violence, hosts its North Shore Ladies Luncheon fundraiser. The second annual benefit will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday,

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras (CYSO) hosted its 2023 Gala “Women in Music” at The Geraghty in Chicago. More than $680,000 was raised during an evening of glamour and music in support of CYSO’s music education programs for dedicated young musicians from across Chicagoland. Event chairs were Laura Mandel, Richard Blessen, Pamella Der, and Wei Shih.

The beautiful second floor of Neiman Marcus Oakbrook Center was the perfect setting for an inspiring conversation celebrating women writing their own stories and creating positive change. Makeup artist Alyssa Cruz, creative director Karen Spears, and fashion illustrator Kristine Steiner spoke eloquently about their entrepreneurial journeys and how style impacts how they navigate the world.

Is there a correlation between having great taste and loving pets? This shopping for a cause event graciously hosted by The Design Bar in Burr Ridge and benefitting Hinsdale Humane Society (HHS) makes a strong case for yes. HHS is celebrating 70 years of improving the lives of animals and the people who love them.

The Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance hosted a St. Patrick’s Day Party and Céilí at Gorton Center on March 17, bringing a touch of Ireland to Lake Forest! More than 250 attendees enjoyed tunes from renowned seisiún players Andrew Serb and his Natchez Avenue Band, performances from Fitzpatrick School dancers, a full corned beef dinner,

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center hosted its annual Humanitarian Awards Dinner with CNN Anchor and Chief Political Correspondent Dana Bash as Master of Ceremonies, and Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States Michael Oren as the special guest speaker. The evening paid tribute to Holocaust survivors, veterans, and the night’s honorees. More than 1,500