BEDS Plus hosts rockin’ prom

Guests pulled out the powder blue tuxes, formal dresses and lots of hairspray when BEDS Plus held their annual Prom fundraiser on April 27 at the Willowbrook Ballroom. More than 120 attendees came out in support of BEDS Plus, which provides emergency assistance and counseling …

Gatsby jewels brought to life

Romance is in the air now that “The Great Gatsby” movie has finally arrived in theaters. The film, based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 literary classic, features Leonardo DiCaprio portraying millionaire Jay Gatsby and Carey Mulligan playing the lovely Daisy Buchanan. Set in the roaring …

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Sports Ball Aging Care Connections will host its 12th annual Sports Ball Benefit Gala at 6 p.m. May 17 at Pinstripes, 7 Oakbrook Center Mall, Oak Brook. The event will feature tailgate cocktails, skybox dining, auctions, bocce and bowling. Celebrity athletes will sign autographs and …

Fashion show for helping hands

Helping Hand held its 25th annual Reflections Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon on April 20 at Ashton Place in Willowbrook. The afternoon included lunch, door prizes, raffle prizes, boutique shopping and plenty of fashion inspiration. Clothing models included clients and Helping Hand staff. Mary Ann’s …

St. Jude gives Four Stars for kids around the world

The Event: There was not a dry eye amongst the 940 attendees to the 19th annual St. Jude Four Stars of Chicago Restaurant Extravaganza when honorary chairman Andy Daniels and daughter Emily, both of Hinsdale, told the story of Emily’s successful battle with cancer. Alison …

Got a great voice?

Calling all aspiring singers: Pillars is holding a Pillars Talent Showcase. Individuals and bands can complete registration before 5 p.m. on May 16. Pillars will select 18 semi-finalists whose YouTube videos will be viewed and voted on by the public. Twelve finalists will be announced …

Sports Ball

Whip out the autograph pens and meet celebrity athletes in person at the Aging Care Connections 12th annual Sports Ball Benefit Gala. The May 17 event begins at 6 p.m. at Pinstripes, 7 Oakbrook Center Mall, Oak Brook, and will feature tailgate cocktails, skybox dining, …

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Spring Bash and Boogie The Spring Bash and Boogie will be held on May 18 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Village Club of Western Springs, 4221 Lawn Ave. AActivities include premium bar open all night, unlimited delicious pizza from Aurelio’s and live …

Family Shelter Service creates ‘Wonderland’

The Magic of Wonderland was an apt theme for Family Shelter Service’s annual gala, held April 19 at the Abbington, Glen Ellyn. Nearly 500 guests mingled amidst whimsical decor and adventurous auction opportunities. The evening included dinner, music, silent and live auctions and the illusions …

There’s no place like Easter Seals

Guests at the Easter Seals DuPage and Fox Valley Region clicked their heels and followed the yellow brick road on April 13 during the annual benefit gala, themed “There’s No Place Like Easter Seals.” More than 500 attendees enjoyed cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions …

Dressing the part What to wear to summer job interviews

One of the trickiest parts in looking for a summer job can be figuring out what to wear. Chances are most kids don’t have that sort of polished outfit that screams “hire me!” What they have instead are tight-fitting camisoles and t-shirts (girls), a slew …

Espadrilles: Go-to shoe on fair-weather days

If you’re craving a little more summer in your springtime wardrobe and you’re hesitant to break out the white pants (it’s OK, but that’s another conversation), try espadrilles.

The rope-soled shoes have long been a staple of the fair-weather seasons, no matter if there’s a …

Community Nurse offers praise

Community Nurse honored its volunteers and staff on April 7 at its appreciation event, Lights, Camera, Action, at the Reber Center at Lyons Township High School. The annual event allowed the board of directors, patients and community members to recognize the many people who volunteer …

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Many Hands gala People’s Resource Center will host its gala, Many Hands, One Heart, on May 3 at the DoubleTree Hotel, 1909 Spring Rd., Oak Brook. The evening will feature dinner, open bar, live entertainment and dancing. The Beloved Community Award will be presented to …

Fleur de Lis Ball recognizes local couple, raises funds

Marillac St. Vincent Family Services honored long-time friends and supporters, JoAnn and Bill Kunkel of La Grange at the 19th annual Fleur de Lis Ball, held at the Navy Pier Grand Ballroom Feb. 23. Eight hundred guests attended the black-tie event and raised over $650,000 …