Social Life

The Myra Rubenstein Weis (MRW) Health Resource Center held its sold-out 28th Annual Benefit Luncheon, “Getting Personal About Breast Health,” on Wednesday, May 21 at Exmoor Country Club in Highland Park. Catherine Pesce, MD, FACS, who is Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Endeavor Health, was this year’s honoree. The funds raised support a Lake

Book lovers gathered on May 30 for Bernie’s Book Bank’s spring fundraiser, Book Lovers’ Lunch, featuring New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt. Guests enjoyed an inspiring talk by Van Pelt about her writing journey for her debut novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures, followed by a lively Q&A and book signing, all in support of

The Rita Hayworth Gala, held on May 10 at the Old Post Office, was certainly an evening to remember. More than 400 guests came out in support of the Alzheimer’s Association, raising nearly $900,000 for the cause. Hosted by Princess Yasmin Aga Khan with co-chairs Ebrahim and Rozmin Valliani, and emceed by Chicago Bulls Assistant

The Lake Forest Woman’s Club (LFWC) hosted its annual Ooh La La fundraiser on May 7 at Knollwood Country Club. This year’s event, titled “Puttin’ on the Ritz Project Runway,” included a luncheon, fashion show with clothing from The Lake Forest Shop, raffle, and silent auction. Proceeds from the event support local philanthropic programs such

The Associate Board of Lake Forest Open Lands hosted its annual Cattails & Cocktails event on May 16 at Mellody Farm Nature Preserve. Inspired by the camaraderie of youthful summer camp experiences, “Camp LFOLA” brought the fun with camp-like games, live music, tasty libations, and s’mores by the fire. All proceeds benefit Lake Forest Open