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671 S. Lewis
Waukegan, IL 60085

Contact: Teresa J. Denny
Phone: (847) 782-4000
Fax: (847) 782-1030


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D'Vine Affair

D'Vine Affair

Sunday, January 29, 2012

Held at the prestigious Union League Club, Chicago's Premiere Wine Tasting event features 50 vintners from around the world and over 250 different types of wine available for tasting and to purchase. This event benefits the Self-Sufficiency Programs of Catholic Charities. Reservations begin at $125.

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Art of Caring

Art of Caring Kick-off Luncheon*

*By invitation only

February 8, 2012

The Women’s Board of Catholic Charities Lake County Services will be hosting a kick-off luncheon featuring Jamee Gregory, an author, entertaining expert and philanthropist who captures the behind-the-scenes stories of the most spectacular parties in Manhattan featuring Tory Burch, Michael Kors, and Evelyn Lauder. All proceeds from the event will benefit Catholic Charities Lake County Services.



First Look for Charity

First Look for Charity

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Come enjoy this black-tie evening at McCormick Place where you will experience the preview night of the Chicago Auto Show. A special pre-event reception is available for those who purchase their tickets through Catholic Charities. The proceeds of this event benefit the Maternity and Adoption Programs of Catholic Charities and the Neighbors in Need Fund. Tickets are $250.

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Meals on Wheels Dinner Dance

Saturday, March 3, 2012

The Meals on Wheels Dinner Dance is an annual fundraiser to benefit Catholic Charities Meals on Wheels Program throughout Lake County. Tickets are $35 each or Table of ten $350.

Event includes dancing, silent auction and raffle. Call (847) 782-4115



Long Grove Housewalk

April 20 & April 21

The Long Grove Housewalk will benefit programs in Lake County and will take place Friday, April 20 and Saturday, April 21. The tour of the beautiful homes in Long Grove will feature a preview dinner to take place at Royal Melbourne Country Club in Long Grove. For more information, please call Mary Ellen Mason at 847-782-4115.



Art of Caring

Art of Caring

Saturday, May 19, 2012

A popular North Shore event presented by the Women's Board of Catholic Charities' Lake County Services. The Art of Caring will take place at the Knollwood Country Club in Lake Forest and the proceeds of this event benefiting services in Lake County. Tickets are $175.

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Charities Golf Classic

Charities Golf Classic

Monday, July 23, 2012

Breakout the Big Clubs to golf at Shore Acres & Knollwood in Lake Forest with over 200 golfers. This event benefits the Lake County Services. Foursomes start at $4,000 and individual golfing starts at $1,000. Contact Mary Ellen Mason, Associate Director of Development in Lake County, at mmason@catholiccharities.net for more information.

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Golf Invitational

Golf Invitational

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Come out for a day of golf at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club in Lemont and compete with over 400 fellow golfers for prizes and bragging rights. Dinner and silent auction follow this one of a kind day which benefits Catholic Charities' Family Services. Golf starts at $500. Contact Jennifer Wolff, Event Coordinator, at jwolff@catholiccharities.net for more information or to join the planning committee.

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PJR Golf

Patrick J. Ryan Golf Outing

August 9, 2012

We invite you to join us on Thursday, August 9, 2012 to golf 18 holes on beautiful St. Andrews Golf Course (West Chicago) and enjoy a continental breakfast, lunch, and exciting hole contests followed by a cocktail reception, award ceremony, dinner, and a fabulous Silent Auction and Raffle. Please contact Event Coordinator Ashley Owen at aowen@cahtoliccharities.net for more information.



Culinary Classic

August 25, 2012

Join us at our second Culinary Classic event to benefit Meals on Wheels program in Lake County. This consists of an elegant evening with a cocktail reception, dinner, live and silent auctions, and dancing. Location TBD. For more information, please contact Mary Ellen Mason at 847-782-4115.



Gala of the Arts

Gala of the Arts

Friday, September 7, 2012

Setting the stage to help people in crisis - the 11th Annual Gala of the Arts features performing and visual arts. This black-tie optional event has become one of Chicago's premier social events, benefiting Catholic Charities’ Emergency Assistance Programs. Reservations start at $250. Contact Ashley Owen, Event Coordinator, at for more information.

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2011 Chicago Marathon - Team Catholic Charities
2011 Chicago Marathon - Team Catholic Charities

Bank of America Chicago Marathon- Team Catholic Charities

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Join Team Catholic Charities in 2012 as we race for the finish line in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. As a member of Team Catholic Charities, we will provide our pledge runners with the opportunity to receive expert training and support, weekly email updates and tips, a Kick Off Party, a pasta dinner celebration the week of the race, a post-race party in Charity Village and all the materials for a successful fundraising campaign. Proceeds will benefit Catholic Charities' Neighbors in Need Fund. Contact Ashley Owen, Event Coordinator, at aowen@catholiccharities.net for more information or to join the planning committee.

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Wynstone Golf Club Holiday Tea & Boutique

2012 Date is TBD

The Wynstone Golf Club Holiday Tea & Boutique benefiting Catholic Charities of Lake County will be held at the Wynstone Golf Club in North Barrington. The event promises to be a great day of high tea, workshops and holiday shopping. Spend the day supporting a great cause which begins at 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. Reservations for the event are $55.00 per person, and early reservations are suggested for workshops. Contact Connie Evans at 847-782-4119.

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Winter Garden

Winter Garden Brunch at Royal Melbourne

2012 Date is TBD

Please join us for a Winter Garden Brunch at Royal Melbourne from 10:30 am until 3:00 pm. For more information please call Mary Ellen Mason at (847) 782-4115 or email mmason@catholiccharities.net.

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