BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Hephzibah Childrens Association - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Hephzibah Childrens Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Hephzibah Childrens Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240126T162616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T194946Z UID:225948-1776297600-1776556799@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Kids Resale Event DESCRIPTION:Kids Resale Event\nDonate\, shop or volunteer at the Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event. Event and donation drop-off location and times as well as a link to volunteer are below. Thank you for your donations! All proceeds from this sale will benefit Hephzibah programs. This event will be donation only. If you have any questions for the Kids Resale Management Team\, you may email them at hephzibahkidsresale@gmail.com. \n \n \n \n \n \n Spring Resale 2026 Dates & Times\nMaternity Sale: Thursday\, April 16th\, 7:30 – 8:30 pmVIP Sale: Friday\, April 17th\, 6:30 – 9:00 pm (Tickets Required)Regular Sale: Saturday\, April 18th\, 8:30 -10:30 amHalf Price Sale: Saturday\, April 18th\, 11:00 am – Noon \n \n \n \n \n \n Event & Donation Drop-Off Location:St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church305 Circle Ave. Forest Park\, IL 60130 \nDonation Drop-Off Days & Times:Saturday\, April 11th: 10 am – 12 pmMonday\, April 13th: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pmTuesday\, April 14th: 9:30 am – 2 pm\, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pmWednesday\, April 15th: 9:30 am – 11:30 am \nDONATIONS NOT ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THESE TIMES \n \n Volunteer at the Event\n \n \n \n \n \n Follow us on socials for giveaways and news!\n \n \n \n \n \n FollowFollow\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VIP Night requires a ticket purchase for EACH person attending. This includes children. No strollers allowed in the building!!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kids Resale Donation Information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Items Accepted: Spring Sale\n \nExcellent Condition Clothing (Clean with no holes or stains) – Spring/Summer (newborn to size 16)\n\nDresses\nShorts & pants\nPajamas\nShirts\, long or short sleeves\nSweatshirts/hoodies\nJackets\, rain jackets\nLike new underwear\nSocks/tights\nDance/gymnastics leotards\nSunglasses\, sun hats\nSwimsuits\, swim trunks\, rash guards\, cover-ups\, goggles\nShoes – sandals\, flip flops\, tennis shoes\, and water shoes\nAthletic Footwear – jazz shoes\, tap shoes\, ballet slippers\, cleats\, athletic sneakers\, rain boots\nSpring/Summer Maternity clothing and accessories\n4th of July themed clothing\n\n\nToys/Games/Books\n\nToys in good condition with all parts included\nBooks in good condition\nGames and puzzles with all parts (please close boxes with tape or rubber bands)\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Items Not Accepted\n \nClothing that is dirty or has rips\, holes\, stains\, or missing buttons or closures\, zippers that do not work\, etc\nBlankets\, sheets\, or bed linens\nHalloween/Thanksgiving/Winter Holidays/St. Patricks’ Day/Valentine’s Day themed clothing (i.e. shirts with shamrocks or turkeys)\nWearable flotation devices such as life vests and puddle jumpers\nBaby Equipment\n\nWe will not accept equipment that a baby can sit in\, on\, or is strapped into. Examples include: baby carriers\, exersaucers\, high chairs\, cribs\, car seats\, strollers\nFeeding equipment such as sippy cups\, bottles\, and breast pumps\n\n\nToys\n\nStuffed animals\nBicycles and riding toys\nRecalled\, broken or damaged toys; toys or games with missing pieces\nExtra large toy items such as play kitchens\nToys that are outdated\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about Items\n Want to confirm your item is OK? Email us a picture! hephzibahkidsresale@gmail.com URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/kids-resale-calendar-event/ LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church\, 305 Circle Avenue\, Forest Park\, IL\, 60130\, United States CATEGORIES:Kids Resale Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20260205T140010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T182315Z UID:231196-1773496800-1773511200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Hephzi-Bah Crawl DESCRIPTION:A Bar-hopping St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser!\nJoin Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary as they wend their way through four iconic Glen Ellyn bars with one purpose: to raise as much money as possible for Hephzibah’s Sibling Camp! Come ready to revel with a raucous raffle with awesome prizes and drinks galore! \nThe crawl begins on Saturday\, March 14th 2 PM atLewey Q’s Tap at 427 Main St.\,after which you’ll drink your way throughKō-zē Wine Room at 484 Main St. at 3 PM\,Common Good Cocktail House at 560 Crescent Blvd. at 4 PM\,and finally ending at Main Street Pub at 466 Main St. at 5 PM. You won’t want to miss it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n Bar Crawl Waiver URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephzi-bah-crawl/ LOCATION:Starting at Lewey Q’s Tap\, 427 N Main St.\, Glen Ellyn\, 60137\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Western Auxiliary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Hephzi-bah-Crawl.png ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Gravely":MAILTO:wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T233000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20260115T204706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T170957Z UID:230960-1772821800-1772839800@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Heart of Gold Ball 2026 DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Heart of Gold Ball will be held on Friday\, March 6th at Rockwell on the River in Chicago\, same as last year. Join us for an evening of revelry and refinement as we honor the annual Heart of Gold and Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home awardees! Continuing the theme ‘A Child at Heart\,’ we hope to provide a space where adults can nurture their inner child as they celebrate Hephzibah’s accomplishments and our collective power for change during challenging times. Can’t wait to see you there! \nEvent Details:\n\nFriday\, March 6th\, 2026\n6:30PM – 11:30PM\nRockwell on the River\, Chicago\nDinner\, drinks\, and appetizers\nAmazing auction items for bidding\nLive music and a livelier dance floor!\n\nIf you’re interested in information about Heart of Gold Ball 2026\, contact Whitney Gravely. \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in Sponsorship Opportunities? Becoming a sponsor for the Heart of Gold Ball offers an excellent opportunity to promote your business while supporting Hephzibah’s cause!\n \n Sponsor the Heart of Gold Ball\n \n In-Kind Donation Packet\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n View the 2025 Photo Gallery\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Award Recipients\nEvery year at the Heart of Gold Ball\, awards are given to honor those who have made a lasting impact on the lives of Hephzibah children and families. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Heart of Gold Award\nThe WellSky Foundation\nThe Heart of Gold Award honors individuals\, organizations or corporations who have exhibited outstanding personal or professional achievement affecting disadvantaged children on a local or national level. The WellSky Foundation’s consistent support has strengthened Hephzibah’s programs over many years\, allowing us to serve the unique needs of all our children. Wellsky has donated over $100\,000 and hundreds of volunteer hours to Hephzibah.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award\nTami Wanless\nThe Heart of the Home Award recognizes outstanding service and commitment to Hephzibah through a particular project or program. Tami is a connector\, a community-maker\, and a fierce advocate for the children and families of Hephzibah. As president of Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary\, she champions and performs at the annual Rock ‘N’ Roll for your Heart & Soul fundraiser\, which has been supporting the Hephzibah Sibling Camp program since 2011.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Heart of Gold Information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Forms\n In-Kind Donation Form\nTo donate an auction item for the Heart of Gold Ball 2026\, please download THIS FORM\, fill it out\, and email to Whitney Gravely. \nSponsorship Form\nTo be a sponsor for the Heart of Gold Ball 2026\, please download THIS FORM\, fill it out\, and email to Whitney Gravely. \n \n \n \n \n \n Heart of Gold Ball Committees\n Host Committee Members\n\nEmily & Christopher Carroll\nTimothy & Amy Davis\nMark Schwitzenberg & Wendy Reitz\nKristina & Patrick Woodward\n\nHonorary Gala Committee\n\nMary DiSomma\nMichelle Durpetti & Collin Pierson\nRon & Cathy Fox\nJodi Fyfe & Devon Quinn\nMaria Garvy\nKen & Patty Hunt\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Hephzibah Board of Directors\n \nDonna Rolf\, President\nJon Yates\, Vice President\nAmy Muran-Felton\, Secretary\nAlex Liebowitz\, Treasurer\n\nHephzibah Board Members\n\nLisa Azu-Popow\nJennifer Ellis-Jackson\nGreg Flinn\nStephanie Mills Graham\nJennifer Ierardi\nKenna MacKinnon\nJohn McConville\nMarcia Gordon Preston\nRondell Richardson\nMaayan Rosenboim\nPeter Senechalle\nFarah Usmani\nTania Zubkus\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Previous Heart of Gold Award Winners\n The Heart of Gold Award honors individuals\, organizations or corporations who have exhibited outstanding personal or professional achievement affecting disadvantaged children on a local or national level. \n2025 Northwestern Medicine2024 Paul M. Angell Family Foundation2023 The Coe Family and the Be the Boat Fund2022 Senator Don Harmon / T. Kendall & Patricia Hunt2021 Mary & Bill DiSomma2020 The Chicago Bears2019 Jodi Fyfe2018 Retail Properties of America\, Inc. (RPAI)2017 Mary Anne Brown2016 Bryan and Amanda Bickell Foundation2015 Jeff Mauro2014 Hinsdale Junior Woman’s Club2013 NOW Foods2012 Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation2011 Lerner Family Foundation2010 The Western Auxiliary2009 Mr. John Buck\, The John Buck Company2008 Hedge Funds Care2007 General Electric Company2006 Oak Park Auxiliary Board2005 David Crumbaugh2004 Jennifer Capriati2003 Dave and Lynde O’Brien2002 Kim Lutz2001 Ina Broeman2000 Ron Fox1999 Leo Burnett Company\, Inc.1998 Dennis Kenny1997 Carol Lingenfelter \n \n \n \n \n \n Previous Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award Winners\n The Mary Anne Brown Heart of the Home Award recognizes outstanding service and commitment to Hephzibah Children’s Association. This award honors those who have supported Hephzibah’s mission through a particular project or program. \n2025 Kids Resale Event Managers2024 Eric Friedman2023 Megan Scheck2022 NA2021 Gene & Georgetti & The Durpetti Family2020 9.11 LemonAid2019 Hephzibah Heartmate Volunteers2018 Susan Ellefson & The Peninsula Chicago Hotel2017 NA2016 In memory of Jane Hedges2015 Kathy Nugent2014 Brian Druley and Susan Stark2013 Hephzibah Huskies2012 Jan Maxson\, Director of Hephzibah’s Day Care Program2011 Anne Boyle & Susan Reich2010 Amy and Jim Laurenzo2009 Mr. James Van Vliet & Mr. Michael Flynn – The Avis Budget Group Budget Rent-A-Car\, O’Hare2008 Keith Elkins2007 Oak Park Women’s Guild2006 Mike Cardamone2005 Mark Shaker2004 Bob and Jeff Ebert \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Schedule\n 6:30 PM – Cocktails & Hors d’Oeuvres \n7:30 PM – Golden Ticket Raffle & Live Auction \n8:00 PM – Dinner is Served \n8:30 PM – Award Presentations\, Helping Hearts \n9:00 PM – Band Performance \n10:00 PM – Silent Auction Closes \n11:30 PM – Event Ends URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/heart-of-gold-ball-2026/ LOCATION:Rockwell on the River\, 3057 N. Rockwell\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/HOG-26-Banner-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T230000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20251003T171416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T214452Z UID:230306-1763663400-1763679600@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Parent's Night Out DESCRIPTION:Parents\, you deserve a break.\nWe get it – kids are a full-time job! Take a load off with us at the ComedyPlex in Oak Park for some drinks\, jokes\, and camaraderie with like-minded child-havers. Come enjoy a guilt-free night out on the town: all proceeds from the event go to support Hephzibah’s programs\, including after-school day care! \n \n \n \n \n \n \nThursday\, November 20th\nComedyPlex in Oak Park\nDoors open at 6:30 PM\, show at 7:oo PM\nParking at Holley Court Garage\, first hour free\n2 drink minimum\n\nContact Whitney Gravely for additional information:wgravely@hephzibahhome.org | 708-649-7161 URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/parents-night-out/ LOCATION:ComedyPlex Oak Park\, 1128 Lake St Lower Level\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60301\, United States CATEGORIES:Day Care,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ParentsNightOutFeatured-900-x-600-px.gif ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Gravely":MAILTO:wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20250728T140000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T174424Z UID:219541-1761469200-1761476400@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:HephziBoo! Dash DESCRIPTION:New Location:\nThe HephziBOO! Dash will take place at Maple Park in Oak Park\, Sunday\, October 26th\, 2025 at 9:00AM \n \n \n \n \n \n Halloween with Hephzibah!\nEach fall on the Sunday before Halloween\, the Hephzibah Oak Park Auxiliary hosts the annual\, family-friendly Hephzibah BOO Dash! This event is a wonderful opportunity to gather your family\, friends and neighbors for some Halloween fun for a great cause! Enjoy pre-run activities like group warm-ups and a post-run raffle and treats. Costumes are encouraged! Join us as we walk and run through the falling leaves of Maple Park! \nThis event will raise funds to support Hepzibah’s after school program and summer camp. Our after-school program serves more than 700 children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds\, fulfilling a critical need in the Oak Park community for affordable\, nurturing\, and enriching after-school care for elementary school-aged children. As the Oak Park community continues shifting towards dual-income households\, we’re working to meet the need and create margin for our local parents with safe\, reliable\, and accessible care. \n \n required waiver & release\n \n sponsorship packet\n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:\nPLATINUM LEVEL ($2000) \n\nLogo on the Promotional Flyers if committed by 9/20/24.\nPromotional Table\nRecognition on event webpage and HCA social media\nLogo on event day signage\nAbility to provide literature/promotional coupon for day of run\nAnnouncement of company name on run day by our DJ\nComplimentary race entries for (10) participants\n\nGOLD LEVEL ($1000) \n\nLogo on the Promotional Flyers if committed by 9/20/24.\nPromotional Table\nRecognition on event webpage and HCA social media\nLogo on event day signage\nAbility to provide literature/promotional coupon on the day of run\nComplimentary race entries for (7) participants\n\nSILVER LEVEL ($750) \n\nPromotional Table\nRecognition on event webpage and HCA social media\nLogo on event day signage\nAbility to provide literature/promotional coupon on the day of run\nComplimentary race entries for (4) participants\n\nBRONZE LEVEL ($500) \n\nPromotional Table\nLogo on event day signage\nAbility to provide literature/promotional coupon for day of on the day of run\nComplimentary race entries for (3) participants\n\nFRIENDS OF HEPHZIBAH (donation $250) \n\nAbility to provide literature/promotional coupon for day of on the day of run\nComplimentary race entries for (2) participants\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friends Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In Kind Donors URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephziboo-dash/ LOCATION:Maple Park\, 1105 S Maple Ave\, Oak Park\, IL 60304\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Halloween ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/HephziBOOWebImage.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T233000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240620T151623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T151706Z UID:227271-1741372200-1741390200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Heart of Gold Ball 2025 DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the Heart of Gold Ball 2025! Our signature event will be held at Rockwell on the River in Chicago\, and will be a dazzling night of drinks\, dancing\, dinner and live music. Our program includes wonderful stories about Hephzibah Heroes and those making a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve. Mark your calendars now! Tickets will be on sale closer to the date. \nEvent Details:\nFriday\, March 7th\n6:30 – 11:30 PM\nRockwell on the River\n3057 North Rockwell St.\nChicago\, IL 60618 URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/heart-of-gold-ball-2025/ LOCATION:Rockwell on the River\, 3057 N. Rockwell\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Heart of Gold Ball ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HOG-STD-Cal-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Development Office":MAILTO:development@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T233000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20241218T031134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T031134Z UID:228539-1738350000-1738366200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Rock 'N' Roll for your Heart and Soul DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, January 31st\, 2025 as we rock out into the night to raise funds for Camp HepSIBah\, our program that reunites siblings who have been separated in foster care at a fun-filled summer camp. For years\, Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary has organized and hosted this event. You and your guests will love the food\, the amazing venue and the wonderful raffle prizes! Be sure to join us for a rockin’ night!\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\n\n\n\nDate: Friday January 31st\nTime: 7:00pm – 11:30pm\nPlace: Medinah Country Club: 6N001 Medinah Rd\, Medinah\, IL\nValet Parking $1.00 (pay on site)\nTicket cost: $100 per person includes one drink and heavy apps URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/rock-n-roll-for-your-heart-and-soul-2/ LOCATION:Medinah Country Club\, 6N001 Medinah Rd\, Medinah\, IL\, 60157\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Rock-N-Roll-Web-Images-high.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240621T201209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T154647Z UID:227313-1737050400-1737050400@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Info Session DESCRIPTION:Become a Hephzibah Volunteer!\nThere are many ways to get involved. Attend a virtual volunteer info session to learn more about all the different ways you can help. Hosted by our volunteer manager\, Katherine Watson\, each session will help find the right volunteer position for you or your group. Register today! You will receive a Zoom link prior to the event. \nThursday\, October 24th\, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. \n \n register today URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/virtual-volunteer-info-session-4/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Volunteer-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine Watson":MAILTO:kwatson@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240906T152858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T152905Z UID:227946-1733853600-1733857200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-9/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FPIS-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20241119T181020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T181937Z UID:228375-1733655600-1733662800@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Holiday Cheer & Shop DESCRIPTION:Join the Hephzibah Western Auxiliary for some holiday fun! There will be light bites and a cash bar while shopping for festive gifts! 10% of all items purchased will be generously donated to Hephzibah Children’s Association. \nWhen:Sunday\, December 8\, 2025\, 11am – 1pm \nLocation:Park and Oak499 Pennsylvania Ave.Glen Ellyn\, IL 60137 \nTickets:$50 per person URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/holiday-cheer-shop/ LOCATION:Park and Oak\, 499 Pennsylvania Ave.\, Glen Ellyn\, IL\, 60302\, United States CATEGORIES:Auxiliary Board,Event,Western Auxiliary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Shop-Cheer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240906T152015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T152024Z UID:227945-1731434400-1731438000@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-8/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FPIS-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240620T144613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T174312Z UID:227266-1730019600-1730028600@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Hephzibah Halloween Fun Run DESCRIPTION:Each fall on the Sunday before Halloween\, the Hephzibah Oak Park Auxiliary hosts an annual family-friendly Halloween Fun Run/Walk. This event is a wonderful opportunity to gather your family\, friends and neighbors for some Halloween fun for a great cause! There are fun pre-race activities like group warm-ups and post-race fun such as raffles and treats from local businesses. Costumes are encouraged! Join us as we walk and run the beautiful tree-lined streets of River Forest! \nEvent Details: \n\nSunday\, October 27th\, 2024\nConstitution Park\, River Forest\n9:00 am Warm-up\n9:30 am Race start time\nApproximately 1.5 Miles\nCostumes Encouraged\nKids Entry: $10\nAdult Entry: $20\nFamily of 4: $50\nRain or Shine URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephzibah-halloween-fun-run/ LOCATION:Constitution Park\, River Forest\, IL\, 7715 Greenfield Street\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FUn-Run-Blog.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240305T192349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T134814Z UID:226431-1729332000-1729339200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Open House DESCRIPTION:Please join us at our Foster Parent Open House on Saturday\, October 19th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at 1144 Lake Street\, Oak Park\, IL\, 5th Floor. Our Foster Care team will be on hand to answer questions and talk about what fostering is really like. There will be a short presentation and refreshments will be served. URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-open-house/ LOCATION:Hephzibah Children’s Association\, 1144 Lake Street\, 5th Floor\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60301\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FPOP.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240620T145429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T161256Z UID:227268-1726912800-1726920000@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Hephzibah Day Care Celebration DESCRIPTION:This event is at capacity. If you would would be added to the wait list\, please contact Whitney Gravely to add your name.\n2024 marks the 50th year the Hephzibah After School Care and Summer Camp Program has been in existence and we are celebrating! Join us for a FREE COMMUNITY CELEBRATION and REUNION EVENT. This event is open to our entire community including past and present program participants and staff\, parents and community members. \nThere will be games\, activities and a pancake breakfast! Save the date to join us in celebrating 50 years of supporting families in our community. \nDetails: Saturday\, September 21st10:00 AM – 12:00 PMNineteenth Century Club178 Forest AvenueOak Park\, IL 60301 URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephzibah-day-care-celebration/ LOCATION:The Nineteenth Century Club\, 178 Forest Avenue\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60301\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Day-Care-Party-Blog-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Development Office":MAILTO:development@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240708T195522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T185443Z UID:227413-1725991200-1725994800@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-6/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FPIS-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240621T200642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T200645Z UID:227311-1724349600-1724353200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Info Session DESCRIPTION:Become a Hephzibah Volunteer!\nThere are many ways to get involved. Attend a virtual volunteer info session to learn more about all the different ways you can help. Hosted by our volunteer manager\, Katherine Watson\, each session will help find the right volunteer position for you or your group. Register today! You will receive a Zoom link prior to the event. \nThursday\, August 22nd 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. \n \n register today URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/virtual-volunteer-info-session-3/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Volunteer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Volunteer-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine Watson":MAILTO:kwatson@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240328T201057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T201822Z UID:226715-1720548000-1720551600@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-7/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FPIS-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240328T194423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T212001Z UID:226704-1718128800-1718132400@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-5/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FPIS.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240108T181326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T184159Z UID:225757-1717092000-1717095600@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Info Session DESCRIPTION:Become a Hephzibah Volunteer!\nThere are many ways to get involved. Attend a virtual volunteer info session to learn more about all the different ways you can help. Hosted by our volunteer manager\, Katherine Watson\, each session will help find the right volunteer position for you or your group. Register today! You will receive a Zoom link prior to the event. \nThursday\, May 30th 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. \n \n register today URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/virtual-volunteer-info-session-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Volunteer-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine Watson":MAILTO:kwatson@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240301T191042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T190049Z UID:226383-1713693600-1713700800@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Junior Western Auxiliary Fun Run DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.We are sorry for any inconvenience this has caused. Please check back for future events. Thank you!\nJoin us for a first-ever Fun Run organized by the Junior Western Auxiliary Board! There will be games\, races and tons of fun! \nWhen:Sunday\, April 21st from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PMWhere:Glenbard West High School670 Crescent Blvd.Glen Ellyn\, IL 60137 \nEach participant over 18 years of age is required to fill out a liability waiver. Parents are required to fill out a waiver for children under 18. \n \n Required Liability Waiver\n \n \n \n \n \n Register below! URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/junior-western-auxiliary-fun-run/ LOCATION:Glenbard West High School\, 670 Crescent Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Fun-Run-Graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine Watson":MAILTO:kwatson@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20231218T201806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T173334Z UID:225589-1710266400-1710270000@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-4/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FC-Info-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240308T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240308T233000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240108T171416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T190657Z UID:225742-1709922600-1709940600@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Heart of Gold Ball 2024 DESCRIPTION:Heart of Gold Ball 2024 – Elevate\nThe 2024 Heart of Gold Ball will be held on Friday\, March 8\, from 6:30 – 11:30 p.m. at Rockwell on the River in Chicago. We are so excited to present this year’s theme\, Elevate. Our hopes are always that each child and family we meet is able to rise above their challenges and elevate to a brighter future with Hephzibah’s help. \nDinner | Drinks | DancingLive Music | Live AuctionBlack Tie Optional \n \n PURCHASE TICKETS URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/heart-of-gold-ball-2024/ LOCATION:Rockwell on the River\, 3057 N. Rockwell\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Heart of Gold Ball ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/HOG-web-image-gif.2.gif ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Gravely":MAILTO:wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20231218T195525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T173440Z UID:225587-1707847200-1707850800@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-3/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FC-Info-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T000000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240108T184107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T214613Z UID:225760-1707505200-1707523200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Rock 'N' Roll for Your Heart and Soul DESCRIPTION:It’s time to Rock ‘N’ Roll!\nRock ‘N’ Roll for Your Heart and Soul is Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary’s signature event\, and it’s always a blast!  Come join us for an evening of live music\, delicious food\, cocktails and dancing! \nThis event is hosted by the Hephzibah Western Auxiliary\, and raises crucial funds for Camp HepSIBah\, a Hephzibah program that reunites siblings in foster care at a fun-filled summer camp. \nDetails:Date & Time:February 9\, 20247:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. \nLocation:HUMO SMOKEHOUSE1000 S. Rohlwing Road\, #13Lombard\, IL 60148 \n \n Purchase Tickets URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/rock-n-roll-for-your-heart-and-soul/ LOCATION:HUMO STEAKHOUSE\, 1000 North Rohwling Road\, #13\, Lombard\, IL\, 60148\, United States CATEGORIES:Auxiliary Board,Western Auxiliary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/RNR-Web-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20240108T180758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T195205Z UID:225753-1706205600-1706209200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Info Session DESCRIPTION:Become a Hephzibah Volunteer!\nThere are many ways to get involved. Attend a virtual volunteer info session to learn more about all the different ways you can help. Hosted by our volunteer manager\, Katherine Watson\, each session will help find the right volunteer position for you or your group. Register today! You will receive a Zoom link prior to the event. \nThursday\, January 25th 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. \n  \n \n Register for a Volunteer Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/virtual-volunteer-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Volunteer-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine Watson":MAILTO:kwatson@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20231218T194844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T173512Z UID:225585-1704823200-1704826800@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FC-Info-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20231207T194103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T200744Z UID:225344-1702404000-1702407600@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parent Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us at our upcoming Foster Parent Info Session. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn more about what it takes to become a foster parent\, and what to expect while fostering. Becoming a foster parent is a big decision. We host these events to help potential foster parents learn more about the ways Hephzibah supports foster parents every step of the way. Register here to receive a link to the virtual session. \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foster Parent Info Session URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foster Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FPIS-Web-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230303T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230303T233000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20221129T204826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T181428Z UID:220312-1677868200-1677886200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Hephzibah Heart of Gold Ball 2023 DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \nHephzibah Heart of Gold Ball \nHEART OF GOLD INFO \nFriday\, March 3\, 2023 \nRockwell on the River\, Chicago\, IL 60618 \nJoin us at a NEW venue\, and on a NEW day – still the biggest fundraiser of the year! \nJoin hundreds of Hephzibah supporters at Rockwell on the River\, located on the North branch of the Chicago River for a festive FRIDAY night of cocktails\, a live band\, a live auction\, dinner\, dancing and more! \nTickets available for purchase in January. \nSponsorship opportunities are available now online. \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES \nPROGRAM ADVERTISING \nAUCTION ITEMS URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/heart-of-gold-ball-2023/ LOCATION:Rockwell on the River\, 3057 N. Rockwell\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Heart of Gold Ball ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/HOG-SM-1-e1669754927321.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20221209T172430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T181534Z UID:220338-1673373600-1673377200@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Foster Parenting Virtual Information Session DESCRIPTION:Sometimes helping a child means finding a loving\, caring and safe environment outside of the home.\n\nHephzibah’s foster parents are specially trained to provide the love\, constancy and support needed to help neglected and abused children heal and learn to trust again. \n\nParticipants in this information session will learn more about becoming a foster parent and the children Hephzibah serves. During this session\, Hephzibah foster care staff will go through a presentation about fostering\, and will answer questions after. \nREGITSER HERE \nPlease email Nancy Silver\, Foster Care Recruitment and Support Specialist for Hephzibah with any questions. URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parenting-info-session-1-10/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Foster Care ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221030T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221030T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T101344 CREATED:20220901T220715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T203935Z UID:219535-1667118600-1667129400@www.hephzibahhome.org SUMMARY:Halloween Fun Run/Walk DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Sunday\, October 30\, 2022\, as our Hephzibah Oak Park Auxiliary hosts its first one + mile Halloween Fun Run/Walk. The walk will start and end at Constitution Park in River Forest\, IL.  We encourage families and children to dress in their favorite Halloween costume and join in the fun as we run or walk the beautiful streets of River Forest\, to raise funds for Hephzibah programs. Registrants receive a complimentary drawstring bag filled with goodies while supplies last. \nWe are also looking for volunteers for this event. Please sign up HERE! \nWe ask that you please be respectful of other cultures in selecting costumes\, do not bring replicas of weapons\, do not wear costumes that promote racism\, sexism\, violence or otherwise may offend others. This event is family-friendly\, and we appreciate your consideration of that in selecting an appropriate costume. \nLIBAILITY WAIVER IS REQUIRED. Please fill out the form below when registering. \nRACE DETAILS \nDate: October 30\, 2022  \nStart Time: 8:30 am warm up for children followed by 9:00am Run/Walk for Families  \nEnd Time: 11:30am \nLocation: Starts and Ends at Constitution Park in River Forest\, IL  \nDistance: 1.5 Miles \nParticipant Fee: \nAdults: $20 \nKids:$10 \nFamily of Four or more $50 \n  \nVOLUNTEER \nMAP OF ROUTE \nLIABILITY WAIVER \nSPONSOR THE RACE \n\n\nSPONSORS:\nSILVER: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBRONZE: \n  \n  \n \n  \nFRIEND: \n  \n \nCOMMUNITY: URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/halloween-fun-run-walk-2022/ LOCATION:Constitution Park\, River Forest\, IL\, 7715 Greenfield Street\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States CATEGORIES:Auxiliary Board,Event,Halloween,Halloween END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR