As part of our community affairs programming here at 93.9 Lite FM, we are celebrating Chicagoland's "Woman of the Week" and the wonderful things you do!
- Did you help develop or participate in a local program that has benefitted the Chicagoland area?
- Have you triumphed over difficult obstacles or illness?
- Do you devote your time to making Chicagoland better? (Helping people, animals, or the environment?)
If any of the above describes you or some of the wonderful women in your life...family, friends, co-workers...please let me know!
Email Diane Banks at DianeBanks@clearchannel.com and tell me your story or your friends story. I'd love to feature you on "Sunday Conversations" and share your story with all of our Lite FM Listeners!
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Community Events
If you have events you would like added to our community calendar page, please email Diane Banks at DianeBanks@clearchannel.com Thank you!
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Lincoln State Cat Club's Benefit Cat Show - Palatine
February 25 and 26, 2012
Benefit Cat Show Lincoln State Cat Club, Inc. presents its 52nd annual All-Breed and Household Pet Benefit Cat Show featuring a gallery of purebred cats, competing against each other for “Best in Show”, and the “cat next door” doing the same. There will be numerous vendors of cat related items, and an Education Ring featuring speakers on many cat related health and wellness topics. Veterinarians, pet behavior counselors, an animal communicator, and a groomer as well as many other speakers of interest to the feline lover will be speaking both days all day long.
Delicious food, presented by the Harper College Athletic Department, tops off the event. For information on entering your pet in the Household Pet Show check our web-site www.lscats.org
Lincoln State Cat Club is a non-profit organization. All proceeds from the show are donated to feline health and welfare organizations. For a map and discount coupon see our web-site www.lscats.org
Keshet’s Pearl Anniversary Rainbow Banquet - Chicago
What: Celebrating 30 Years of Service
Where: Chicago Hilton & Towers in Chicago, 720 S Michigan Ave
When: Sunday, February 26, 2012
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Details: Keshet will host its Pearl Anniversary Rainbow Banquet celebration celebrating 30 years of service to the community. This celebration will honor those in the community who have provided great support for the organization. This year's guests of honor are Scott and Debbie Rudin. Also being recognized for their contribution are Martin Samber and Designs for Dignity.
Scheduled celebrity appearances at the event include Gabe Carimi of the Chicago Bears, along with a number of additional sports celebrities. Entertainment will be provided by Grammy Award-nominated recording artist Neal Sedaka, and all proceeds will benefit Keshet’s educational scholarships, vocational training and recreational programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. Individual tickets to the banquet are $300.
To purchase tickets or to receive more information, please call 847-205-1234 or visit www.keshet.org
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CYT Chicago Theatre
1. Aurora/Oswego: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (Aurora Area) proudly present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. From the musical genius of Andrew Lloyd Webber comes the Old Testament tale of Joseph and his 11 brothers. A favored child among his brothers, Joseph's dreams take him from lowly slave to ruler of Egypt. Along the way he encounters imprisoned members of the royal court, the Elvis-like Pharaoh, and a chance to show his brothers forgiveness. Full of color, energy and incorporating dozens of musical styles, Joseph is sure to dazzle audiences young and old. The show runs about 2 hours with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs Feb 16- Feb 26 2012 Thursday, February 16th - 9:30 am & 11:45am Friday, February 17th - 7:00 pm Saturday, February 18th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, February 19th - 2:00 pm Thursday, February 23rd - 9:30 am & 11:45 am Saturday, February 25th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, February 26th - 2:00 pm Batavia High School PAC, 1200 West Wilson Street, Batavia IL 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org , $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
2. DuPage (Elmhurst, Carol Stream, Naperville) Willy Wonka Jr. Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (DuPage) proudly present Willy Wonka Jr. Join CYT for Willy Wonka Jr. - the sweetest show ofall. An eccentric and brilliant candymaker, Willy Wonka, sends people scrambling through chocolate bars in search of five golden tickets to tour his exclusive factory. The winners and their guardians, including down-to-earth Charlie Bucket, enter a realm of imagination like no other: full of Oompah-Loompas, chocolate rivers, wacky inventions and edible masterpieces at every turn. This tale is sure to delight sweet tooths young and old. The show runs about 90 minutes with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs February 2nd – February 5th, 2012 Thursday, February 2nd - 9:30 am, 11:45 am & 7:00pm Friday, February 3rd - 9:30 am, 11:45 am & 7:00pm Saturday, February 4th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, February 5th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm McAninch Arts Center, College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn IL 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org , $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
3. Kane (Elgin): Annie Jr. Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (Kane) Annie Jr. One of the most beloved musicals of al time and winner of 7 Tony awards, Annie Jr. is the story of a spunky orphan whose journey to find her parents take her from the home of a billionaire bachelor to the president’s office. Featuring such favorites as Hard Knock Life, Tomorrow and Maybe, Annie Jr. is a fun-filled, high energy event for the whole family. The show runs about 90 minutes with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs February 9th – February 12th , 2012 Thursday, February 9th - 9:30 am & 11:45am Friday, February 10th - 9:30 am, 11:45 & 7:00pm Saturday, February 11th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, February 12th - 2:00 pm Hemmens Auditorium, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org, $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
4. Kenosha, WI: Willy Wonka Jr. Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (Kenosha, WI) present The Sound of Music, one of the most beloved Rogers and Hammerstein musicals of all time. Maria Rainer, a free-spirited nun-in-training has trouble adjusting to convent life and is sent to be a governess to seven children of widower Captain Von Trapp. Maria's love of music and of life soon endears her to the children and even the strict Captain begins to admire her. Full of favorites like “Do, Re, Mi”, “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “So Long, Farewell”, the Sound of Music is a historically journey for the whole family. The show runs about 2 hours with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs March 1st - March 4th, 2012 Thursday, March 1st -9:30 & 11:45am Friday, March 2nd –9:30am, 11:45am & 7:00 pm Saturday, March 3rd - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, March 4th - 2:00 pm Reuther Auditorium, 913 57th Street, Kenosha, WI 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytkenosha.org, $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
5. Lake (Gurnee, Grayslake): The Little Mermaid Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (Lake) proudly present The Little Mermaid. The land under the sea splashes onto stage in this original CYT production. Spirited and beautiful mermaid Ariel, daughter of King Neptune, dreams of shedding her fins and living up on dry ground. Striking a bargain with a sea witch secures her a pair of legs, a new love, and a whole world of adventure. The show runs about 2 hours with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs February 9th to February 12th, 2012 Thursday, February 9th- 9:30am, 11:45am & 7:00pm Friday, February 10th – 9:30am, 11:45am & 7:00 pm Saturday, February 11th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, February 12th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm College of Lake County (James Lumber Center), 19351 W. Washington, Grayslake 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org, $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
6. McHenry (Cary, Crystal Lake, Huntley): Disney’s Aladdin Jr. Students ages 8-18 of Christian Youth Theater (McHenry) present Aladdin Jr. Welcome to Agrabah City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tail! All of your favorite characters are here in this stage adaptation of the Disney hit, including Aladdin, Jasmine, and of course, the Genie. Filled with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides, audiences' spirits will soar with excitement. Most of all, the tuneful, Academy award-winning score with songs including "A Whole New World" and "Friend Like Me" will certainly make this musical a favorite for many years to come! The show runs about 90 mins with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs February 16th – February 26th, 2012 Thursday, February 16th - 9:30 am & 11:45am Friday, February 17th - 7:00 pm Saturday, February 18th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, February 19th - 3:00 pm Thursday, February 23rd - 9:30 am & 11:45am Friday, February 24th - 7:00 pm Saturday, February 25th - 2:00 pm & 6:00pm Sunday, February 26th - 3:00 pm Huntley High School Performing Arts Center, 13719 Harmony Rd, Huntley, IL 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org, $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
7. Milwaukee, WI: Godspell Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (Milwaukee) proudly present Godspell. From Stephen Schwartz, the composer of the smash hit Wicked, comes a musical adaptation of the greatest story ever told. In Godspell Jesus and his followers reenact parables and scenes from His life through music and energetic choreography. Based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew, this modern and contemporary retelling is a joyous celebration of music, theatricality, comedy and slapstick and includes the hits "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord" and "Day by Day." Godspell speaks to the passion of Jesus Christ to teach love and joy in the hearts of the people, to love your neighbor, and to learn lessons of forgiveness, tolerance and celebration. The show runs about 2 hours with one intermission. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Runs March 23- April 1st Friday, March 23rd - 9:30 am, 11:45 am & 7:00 pm Saturday, March 24th - 2:00 pm Sunday, March 25th - 2:00 pm Friday, March 30th - 7:00 pm Saturday, March 31st - 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm Sunday, April 1st - 2:00 pm St. Thomas More High School, 2601 E Morgan, Milwaukee, WI 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytmilwaukee.org, $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
8. NW COOK (Arlington Heights, Des Plaines): The Wizard of Oz Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (NW Cook) present The Wizard of Oz. A young farm girl named Dorothy finds a twister that carries her over the rainbow and into the land of Oz. There she meets a scarecrow with no brain, a tin man with no heart and a lion with no courage. Together they embark down the yellow brick road to meet the Wizard, destroy the Wicked Witch of the West and find a way home. The show runs about 2 hours with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs February 10th – February 19th 2012 Friday, February 10th - 7:00 pm Saturday, February 11th - 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm Sunday, February 12th - 2:00 pm Friday, February 17th - 7:00 pm Saturday, February 18th - 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm Sunday, February 19th - 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm Prairie Lakes Theater, 515 E Thacker, Des Plaines, IL 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org $9-14 presale, + $2 at the door
9. Oak Park: Charlotte's Web Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (Oak Park) proudly present Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. C. S. Lewis' children's classic story has been adapted for theater with original music and more adventure! This musical follows Lucy, her sister Susan and her brothers Peter and Edmund as they enter the magical kingdom of Narnia through the back of an old wardrobe. Come be a part of the adventure as the children help Aslan the Lion save Narnia from destruction by the evil White Witch. The show runs about 2 hours with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs February 17th – February 19th, 2012 Thursday, February 17th - 9:30 am & 11:45 am Friday, February 18th - 9:30 am, 11:45 am & 7:00 pm Saturday, February 19th - 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm Sunday, February 20th - 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm Arts Center of Oak Park, 200 N Oak Park, Oak Park
10. Rockford:Disney’s Beauty & the Beast Jr. Students ages 8-18 of CYT Chicago (Rockford) present Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr. "Be Our Guest" for something Magical! Step into the enchanted world of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Based on the Academy Award winning animated feature, the stage version includes all the wonderful songs from the film, plus new songs written especially for the Broadway version like" Home," and "Human Again". Audiences will be transported to a lovely French provincial town where the beautiful Belle lives with her father. When he doesn't return from a trip to a local fair, Belle rushes off to find him. She discovers he is being held captive in an old castle by a hideous Beast. She trades her freedom, and the magical "tale as old as time" begins! The show runs about 90 hours with one intermission. Recommended for all ages.
Runs March 1st –March 11, 2012 Thursday, March 1st - 9:30am & 11:45am Friday, March 2nd – 9:30am, 11:45am, & 7:00pm Saturday, March 3rd - 2:00pm& 6:00pm Sunday, March 4th - 2:00pm Friday, March 9th– 7:00pm Saturday, March 10th – 2:00 & 6:00pm Sunday, March 11th - 2:00pm Rockford College, Maddox Theater, 5050 E State St. Rockford, IL 847-516-2298 or visit www.cytchicago.org, $9-12 presale, + $2 at the door
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Buddy Foundation Events - Rolling Meadows
Who: The Buddy Foundation What: Photos & Lunch With Valerie Valentine When: February 11, 2012 from 11am to 3pm Where: The Buddy Foundation, 65 W. Seegers Rd., Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Cost: $7.50 donation per photo and small donation for lunch Info: Bring your pets and children to The Buddy Foundation for Photos & Lunch With Valerie Valentine. Hot Dogs, Chips, Soda and Dessert will be available to purchase.
Who: The Buddy Foundation
What: Lunch With A Leprechaun When: March 17, 2012 from 11am to 3pm
Where: The Buddy Foundation, 65 W. Seegers Rd., Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Cost: Small donation for lunch
Info: Bring the entire family to The Buddy Foundation on March 17 from 11am to 3pm for Lunch With A Leprechaun. Lunch and bake sale items will be available to purchase.
What: The Buddy Foundation's 17th Birthday Party
Where: Moretti's (1799 S. Busse Rd. Mt. Prospect)
When: Thursday, February 23, 2012
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Details: Celebrate The Buddy Foundation's 17th birthday on Thursday, February 23 from 5-8pm at Moretti's (1799 S. Busse Rd. Mt. Prospect). Your donation of $30 ($35 at the door) includes an expansive buffet and 2 drink tickets. You'll enjoy an evening of auctions, games, prizes, raffles, and a few surprises! To reserve your tickets by mail, send your check to The Buddy Foundation, 65 W. Seegers Rd., Arlington Heights, IL, 60005. To reserve your tickets by credit card, call 847-290-5806. Your tickets will be mailed to you
The Buddy Foundation is a not-for-profit (501c3), all volunteer, no-kill animal shelter dedicated to the welfare of stray, abused, and abandoned cats and dogs. The Buddy Foundation is unique in that it is operated entirely by volunteers. For more information regarding this or other events, call The Buddy Foundation at 847-290-5806, or visit their website at www.thebuddyfoundationonline.org
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Ridgewood High School Bingo Night
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Teen Talk Group - Chicago
TEEN TALK GROUP ********You have a friend in me*********
... Calling All Teens!!! Please join us in a friendly group where you can hang out with friends, watch movies, play games, or just face to face conversation.
Adults available for private conversations if needed.
When: EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT Where: First Trinity Community Center 643 w. 31st St. Chicago, IL. 60616 The second Floor Time: 7pm to 9pm
Team Leader/ Mentor – Kim Rolland Cell Phone: 773-485-0716 available 24hrs a day to talk or someone to listen.
Letting teens know that were here to listen when they need it!!
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For The Love of Chocolate Charity Event
This annual black-tie charity event raises money for student scholarships for the culinary arts...it's like walking into Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory!
What: For The Love of Chocolate Annual Scholarship Gala When: February, 25, 2012 - 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Where: The Merchandise Mart Plaza, 222 West Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654 Price: $200.00 per ticket Website: http://www.fortheloveofchocolatefoundation.org/ Event Details: Ready to indulge in the cuisine of multiple award winning chefs in one grand evening? The most delicious extravaganza drenched in chocolate has returned to the halls of the Merchandise Mart at the 7th Annual For the Love of Chocolate Gala. This year, The French Pastry School and the Merchandise Mart invite you to a spellbinding evening of a Venetian Cocoa Carnival! Partake in the incredible delights of COCOA CUISINE, a complete dinner menu, featuring top Celebrity Chefs of Chicago, Las Vegas, and California. Enter the magical world of COCOA CARNIVAL with masks, full costumes and Venetian gondoliers, while enjoying desserts and confections from the best pastry chefs and chocolatiers of Chicago and beyond. Watch models in the FASHION SHOW CARNIVAL as they strut down the runway wearing edible Venetian costumes of chocolate, sugar and other sweet decorations. Enjoy lively COCOA CANDY LAND where human candy canes, lollipops and chocolate bars dance among the guests, and Marie Antoinette serves chocolate cake! Dance into the evening at SWEET AS SIN as you experience Hades like you’ve never seen before with a chocolate river and concoctions of a full Chocolate Bar.
This year’s gala will be a true feast for the senses, with exquisite cuisine, live music, dancing and celebrity chef tastings. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the chocolate celebration of the century. Event proceeds provide scholarships for qualified students in the pastry arts.
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Donate Your Prom Gowns & Shoes!
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Dream Day Events
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Little Angels Pledge Run
Event Date: May 20, 2012
Event Title: 25th Annual Little Angels Pledge Run
Event Location: Woodstock Harley-Davidson
Event Address: 2050 S. Eastwood Dr. Woodstock, IL 60098
Event Description: Celebrate 25 Years Riding for Little Angels! The Elgin Area Organization of Harley Owners invites you to the 25th Annual Little Angels Pledge Run; raising money for Little Angels, a loving home in Elgin, IL for children and young adults with severe disabilities and complex medical needs. A beautiful ride followed by a fantastic party!
The Pledge Run starts and ends at:
Woodstock Harley-Davidson
2050 S. Eastwood Dr. Woodstock, IL 60098
Sign-In & Walk-In Registration: 10am-Noon
Grounds closed from Noon - 1pm
Post Ride Party: 1pm - 5pm
All makes and models of bikes are welcome
For more information and to register, visit the Little Angels Pledge Run website at www.LApledgerun.com
Come Party with us - you're helping someone right in your own backyard!!
Contact Name: Denise Settanni
Sponsoring Organization: Elgin Area Organization of Harley Owners
***Little Angels Center for Exceptional Care is a 501c3 organization
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Visit The Center in Palos Park!
The Center in Palos Park is a 78-acre natural wonderland just a short drive from Chicago. Visit our Children’s Farm, take an art class, reflect in our chapel, or come take a bracing stroll. The Center is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation. The Center 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. 361.361.3650. www.thecenterpalos.org
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Women Who Care Meetings
100(+)Women Who Care
Meet 4 times a year (quarterly)
2nd Month
(February, May, August, November)
2nd Week
2nd Day
Tuesday
February 8, May 10, August 9, November 8
Each member must commit to donating $100 per meeting, ($400 per year)
If you are unable to attend, give your check to a member to deliver on your behalf- your check will be your proxy vote.
The donations will be given to DuPage County charities/non-profits/worthy causes serving DuPage County.
By ballot, the group will vote and majority rules. Even if you don’t care for the choice you still must donate.
Only three charities/programs/non-profits will be presented at the meeting. If there is an immediate/emergency need at the time of the meeting that can be presented as one of the choices.
Each charity/program/non-profit that is under consideration will be given 5 minutes to make a presentation at the meeting by a member of the 100, not by the charity/program/non-profit.
No national charities will be considered. The purpose is for the contribution to stay in the community 100%.
If a charity/program/non-profit is not selected it will be put back in the drawing for the next meeting.
The charity/program/non-profit will have to agree NOT to use the names for future solicitations or give the information out to the public, unless an individual requests so. If the charity does not adhere to this condition they will be removed from any future consideration.
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