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The Community House / Charitable Giving
By HM staff Healing and recovery have been the focus of The Community House staff and board throughout 2021. Despite the pandemic, The Community House remained the center of community involvement and activity as we focused on helping provide safe outlets for individuals of all ages to engage. Even though we are masked and distanced,…
Read MoreWellness House / Charitable Giving
By HM staff Since the pandemic began, our fundraising events have evolved from a completely virtual Walk in June of 2020 to our most recent in-person event, Under One Sky for Wellness House this past October, occurring simultaneously at three locations. Our 2020 Ball…at your house gave guests the opportunity to gather in small, intimate…
Read MoreHinsdale Junior Woman’s Club / Charitable Giving
By HM staff HJWC was focused on being flexible and creative, as our club leaders shifted and changed along with fluid state guidelines and restrictions over the last year. Although at the beginning of the year we did not know what would be possible, the Club rose up and overcame all obstacles and made it…
Read MoreDuPagePads / Charitable Giving
By HM staff Our generous community is amazing! Since the pandemic we have received incredible support from public and private funds, to individual donors, to maintain our hotel-based emergency shelters for families and individuals. Additionally, tens of thousands of donated goods have been collected and hundreds of volunteers are helping us distribute them to keep…
Read MoreLet’s Have a Ball
The Community House Celebrates 80th Anniversary By Larry Atseff A lot has happened at The Community House over the past 80 years of service in our community. After 8 decades of providing community recreation and quality social services, TCH is reveling in its rich history of serving as the center of the community and embracing…
Read MoreDestination DUBLIN
From friendly people to charming bed-and-breakfasts, lively pubs to music jams, this historic cobblestoned city will rise to meet you. By Kerrie Kennedy Although it’s the largest city in Ireland, Dublin’s size — roughly 45 square miles — makes it just right for a relaxing getaway. It’s also easy to get to. A little over…
Read MoreOak Brook Center
a Gem in the Midwest By Chuck Fieldman As senior general manager of Oakbrook Center, Tim Geiges is the onsite person who steers the ship of one of the most successful shopping centers in the United States. Geiges, who enjoys outdoor actives such as running, swimming and golf, grew up outside of Cleveland, Ohio, and…
Read MoreYear-End Charitable Giving Strategies to Maximize Your Impact and Benefits
By Michael R. Sitrick JD. With fall upon us, it’s time to begin firming up your year-end charitable giving plans to ensure your goals are accomplished by the end of the 2021 tax year. While there are many factors to consider and keep an eye on this year—particularly with the likelihood of significant tax reform…
Read MorePhil Vettel Reviewed Fine Dining In Chicago For 31 Years
By Larry Atseff We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Phil Vettel, who recently retired after writing dining reviews for the Chicago Tribune for 31 years. Naturally, we picked out a comfortable neighborhood spot, known for its food, Sam Vlahos’ Pierce Tavern in Downers Grove. Phil started out covering general news topics for…
Read MoreA Starry Night for Wellness House
Under One Sky 3 Location fundraiser a success By HM Staff Over 580 guests attended Under One Sky on Friday, October 15, the annual fall fundraiser for Wellness House. The stars aligned during an incredible one- of-a-kind evening where 3 suburban locations: Butterfield Country Club, Chicago Highlands Club and Hinsdale Golf Club were held simultaneously,…
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