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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Gravely":MAILTO:wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T000000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T190000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine Watson":MAILTO:kwatson@www.hephzibahhome.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20231218T194844Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org
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DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20231207T194103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T200744Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230303T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T190000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org
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DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T203935Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221002
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T143655Z
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SUMMARY:Hephzibah Kids Resale Event
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to CONSIGN or DONATE!  Clean out your kids’ closets and drawers.  We are accepting winter clothing for this sale that is free of stains\, rips\, or other damage. The only items we are not accepting are summer clothing items or swimsuits. We will be accepting toys\, excluding stuffed animals\, baby equipment such as car seats\, cribs\, etc. or any recalled items. There are four easy ways to participate in and support our programs through this biannual event: donate\, consign\, volunteer or shop!\n\n\nMaternity Only Sale (free entry): Thursday\, September 29\, 2022\, 7:30 – 8:30 pm \nVIP Sale ($10 entry fee): Friday\, September 30\, 2022\, 7:00 – 9:00 pm  Purchase Tickets HERE \nRegular Sale (free entry): Saturday\, October 1\, 8:30 – 10:30 am \nHalf-Price Sale (free entry): Saturday\, October 1\, 11:00 – 12:00 pm \nConnect with us on Facebook for more information about the sale\, tagging instruction and possible Facebook contests. \nConnect with us on Instagram for updates. \nEmail us at Email: hephzibahkidsresale@gmail.com \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nUse the links below for more additional information. \nDonate – Click here to learn more about the who\, what\, when and how of donating. We love donations. \nConsign – Learn more about our consignment options and find important reference documents to make your consigning experience even easier.  \nVolunteer – help the Consignment Sale run smoothly again this year!  Volunteers (who work at least 2 shifts) can shop early\, before the sale is open to the public.  Free childcare is available during morning shifts.  The volunteer sign-up link will be made available soon. \nShop – Come find some great deals!  Sale dates are Thursday\, September 29\, 7:30-8:30 pm\, Maternity and Infant Only Sale; Friday\, September 30\, 7:00-9:00 pm VIP Sale; and Saturday\, October 1\, 8:30 am-10:30 am Regular Sale and 11:00 am-12:00 pm Half-Price sale. \nJoin our Facebook page to learn more about the sale \nPrintable Event Flier
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephzibah-kids-resale-event-fall-2022/
LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church\, 305 Circle Avenue\, Forest Park\, IL\, 60130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids Resale Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
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SUMMARY:Backyard Yoga Retreat to Benefit Hephzibah
DESCRIPTION:Please join us Saturday\, September 24th as we escape to a beautiful River Forest backyard for a yoga retreat event\, organized by Hephzibah’s Oak Park Auxiliary. \nThe event begins at 5:30 p.m. There will be a yoga class at 6:00 p.m. followed by refreshments on the lawn until 8:00 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Hephzibah. Come relax and unwind! \nThis event is organized by Hephzibah’s Oak Park Auxiliary member Dorota Szerszenowicz-Olweny. To contact the host with any questions\, please call 908-868-8378 or email at dszersz@gmail.com. The address of the event will be provided upon registration. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/backyard-yoga-retreat-to-benefit-hephzibah/
LOCATION:Private Home\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20220719T164425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T000737Z
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SUMMARY:Hephzibah Home Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Friday\, September 16th\, from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. as we celebrate several milestones for Hephzibah Children’s Association. \n\nTours of the newly updated spaces\nUnveiling of new Art Heals sculpture\nPresentations on new programming\nComplimentary refreshments\n\nWe will be offering tours of the updated space\, as well as presentations detailing our latest therapeutic services and prevention programming. We would love to see you all there. Please register below. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nMore About the Open House…\nIn 1897\, Mary Wessels opened her home to two children\, and “she had begun her work”\, as she wrote on a postcard to a friend. Soon after\, she would again open her doors to a dozen more children displaced by a fire at a local orphanage. As Mary took in more and more vulnerable children\, so did the need for larger spaces to care for these children. After a house she purchased on Lake Street also became too small\, Mary built what we know today as Hephzibah Home\, which officially opened its doors in 1929. \nOver the years\, the home’s purpose would evolve to meet the needs of local children. For a time\, Hephzibah Home would serve as a day care site offering enriching and affordable day care for working parents. Today\, the home is back to its roots as a residence for children suffering from severe abuse and neglect. Our therapeutic treatment program in the home serves some of the youngest children in the State of Illinois. \nThis year\, we have several reasons to celebrate at our Open House event on September 16th. First\, we will be opening the home up again to our community\, welcoming visitors and volunteers after extensive renovations that have spanned over two years. These renovations include vital safety upgrades\, as well as many changes designed to enhance our family visitation areas\, common and therapeutic treatment spaces. The home is now warmer\, more comforting and inviting than ever before. We took care to preserve areas of historical significance\, which are visible throughout. All of these updates were made possible through generous private donations. \nThese were strategic\, much needed improvements which will improve the lives of the children we serve and allow staff the space to serve every child’s unique needs. The enhancements made will allow staff the ability to help each child’s individual requirements and will ensure they are in the best position possible to receive and respond to treatment so they can safely transition to a family environment. \nWe will also be unveiling a new sculpture installation in front of the home as part of our Art Heals memorial fund. Created by local artist Margot McMahon\, “Forms of Nature”\, three beautifully carved tree trunks\, is a tribute to Leslie Ann Jones and Tom Johnson\, who were community leaders that supported Hephzibah tirelessly. Art Heals was founded in 2021 to honor Jones and Johnson\, and is designed to support our Art Therapy program which helps children process trauma through art. \nIn addition to these improvements\, we are continuing the celebration of Hephzibah’s 125th anniversary. There will be programs throughout the event\, which will detail the depth of history of our residence\, discuss changes made to our therapeutic programs\, offer tours of the updated spaces and share news about future programming. \nWe want to welcome you back to our home and to see where all your support\, for all these years\, has gone and how much it has improved the lives of the children we serve. \nThis event is sponsored by Oak Park Bank. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephzibah-open-house/
LOCATION:Hephzibah Group Home\, 946 North Blvd\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20220813T213729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220813T213729Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Care Parent Recruitment Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Ten social service agencies that make up the Chicagoland Foster Care Collective will welcome prospective foster parents and their friends for a family picnic at Thatcher Woods on August 20 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to learn about the opportunity to become a foster parent. Food\, raffles\, and activities will be available for the entire family. \nOur featured presentation at 10 a.m. includes youth in care. They will share personal stories about how foster care has made a difference in their lives \nAttendance is free. \nJoin us! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-care-parent-recruitment-picnic/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods\, 8030 Chicago Ave.\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220530T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20220407T184150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T165757Z
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SUMMARY:Hoof It for Hephzibah 2022
DESCRIPTION:Hey friends and fellow runners! Grab your shoes and Hoof It for Hephzibah! \nPlease join Hephzibah’s Western Auxiliary for our 22nd Annual HOOF IT for Hephzibah 5k Walk/Run and Kids Race on Memorial Day. \nWe are so excited to welcome back this in-person event held at Newton Park in peaceful Glen Ellyn\, Illinois.  This fun filled event that has raised over $900\,000 over the last two decades!  All proceeds from this race go to support our incredible programs for children and families. An estimated 600 participants will spend Memorial Day 2022 on this beautiful course. \nT-shirt and Bib pick-up available:\n\nJoy Bar\, 548 Crescent Blvd.\, Glen Ellyn\, IL – Friday 7 am – 4 pm and Saturday 8 am – 4 pm\n\nIf you cannot stop at Joy Bar on Friday or Saturday\, t-shirts and bibs will be at Newton Park for pickup beginning at 7 am on Memorial Day.\n\n  \n\nREGISTER NOW \nSPONSORSHIP FORM \nSPONSOR THE RACE \n  \n \nWant to bring your dog to Woof It while you Hoof It? You can! \nWOOF IT REGISTRATION \n \nMonday May 30\, 2022 \n8:00 AM CDT – 11:00 CDT \nLocation: Newton Park \n707 Fairview Ave\nGlen Ellyn\, IL US 60137 \n  \nEVENT: 5K RUN \nStart Time: 8:00am CST \nEnd Time: 11:00am CST \nPrice: $30.00 Race Fee + $3.00 SignUp Fee\nRegistration: Price increases to $35.00 after May 29\, 2022 at 11:59pm EDT \n  \nEVENT: KIDS RACE (NO TIMING) \nA fabulous 50 yard dash! \nStart Time: 9:00am CST based on age groups \nPrice: $15.00 Race Fee + $3.00 SignUp Fee\nRegistration: Registration ends May 30\, 2022 at 10:00am EDT \n  \n\n \n  \nSPONSORS: \n  \nSMARTEK INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS \n \n \n  \n   \n 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hoofitforhephzibah/
LOCATION:Constitution Park\, River Forest\, IL\, 7715 Greenfield Street\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auxiliary Board,Event,Hoof It,Woof It
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
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SUMMARY:Foster Parenting Info 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 Zoom call will learn about becoming a foster parent and the children Hephzibah serves. \nRSVP to Nancy Silver at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to get the Zoom link. \nIn the meantime\, learn more here.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parenting-info-session-4/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org
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DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
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UID:218741-1651104000-1651363199@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Hephzibah Kids Resale Event
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to CONSIGN or DONATE!  Clean out your kids’ closets and drawers.  We are accepting ALL seasons of clothing except for winter heavy items.  There are four easy ways to participate in and support our programs through this biannual event: donate\, consign\, volunteer or shop!\n\n\nMaternity Only Sale (free entry): Thursday\, April 28\, 2022\, 7:30 – 8:30 pm \nVIP Sale ($10 entry fee): Friday\, April 29\, 2022\, 7:00 – 9:00 pm  Purchase Tickets HERE \nRegular Sale (free entry): Saturday\, April 30\, 8:30 – 10:30 am \nHalf-Price Sale (free entry): Saturday\, April 30\, 11:00 – 12:00 pm \nConnect with us on Facebook for more information about the sale\, tagging instruction and possible Facebook contests. \n\n\n  \n\nUse the links below for more additional information. \nDonate – Click here to learn more about the who\, what\, when and how of donating. We love donations. \nConsign – Learn more about our consignment options and find important reference documents to make your consigning experience even easier.  \nVolunteer – help the Consignment Sale run smoothly again this year!  Volunteers (who work at least 2 shifts) can shop early\, before the sale is open to the public.  Free childcare is available during morning shifts.  Click here to sign up ! \nShop – Come find some great deals!  Sale dates are Thursday\, April 28\, 7:30-8:30 pm\, Maternity and Infant Only Sale; Friday\, April 29\, 7:00-9:00 pm VIP Sale; and Saturday\, April 30\, 8:30 am-10:30 am Regular Sale and 11:00 am-12:00 pm Half-Price sale. \nJoin our Facebook page to learn more about the sale \nPrintable Event Flier
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/hephzibah-kids-resale-event-2/
LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church\, 305 Circle Avenue\, Forest Park\, IL\, 60130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids Resale Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20220323T191749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T191749Z
UID:218799-1649786400-1649790000@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care Open House
DESCRIPTION:Have you considered becoming a foster parent but have questions and want to learn more?\nJoining members of Hephzibah’s foster care team for an informal Open House on Zoom. Guests are welcome to pop in and out at any time during the scheduled event to ask questions they may have about what it is like to be a foster parent\, the licensing process or anything else related to foster care. \nInterested participants can RSVP to Nancy Silver\, Foster Parent Recruitment and Support Specialist at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to receive the Zoom link. 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-care-open-house-4/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220326T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20220128T193048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T213623Z
UID:218454-1648305000-1648314000@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Care & Spare 2022 Bowling Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join Hephzibah’s Chicago Auxiliary Board for a fun-filled day of bowling!\nTimber Lanes Bowling Alley\n1851 W Irving Park Rd.\nChicago 60613 \nAll proceeds directly benefit Hephzibah Children’s Association \n\n\nRegistration fee is $50 and includes: \n\n2.5 hours of bowling\nshoe rental\npizza\ntwo drink tickets\nCASH ONLY BAR\n\n*Attendees must be 21 and older \nProceeds benefit the work of Hephzibah Children’s Association to bring hope and healing to children and families in crisis. \n\n\nContact the Chicago Auxiliary at hephzibahchicagoaux@gmail.com for more info. \n\n 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/care-spare-2022-bowling-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Timber Lanes Bowling Alley\, 1851 W. Irving Park Road\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auxiliary Board
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20220201T182848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T182959Z
UID:218481-1646762400-1646766000@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parenting Info 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 Zoom call will learn about becoming a foster parent and the children Hephzibah serves. \nRSVP to Nancy Silver at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to get the Zoom link. \nIn the meantime\, learn more here.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parenting-info-session-3/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T233000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20210719T182149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T183801Z
UID:217498-1646503200-1646523000@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Heart of Gold Ball 2022
DESCRIPTION:It’s our biggest fundraiser of the year. Join hundreds of Hephzibah supporters at\nBridgeport Art Center’s dramatic Skyline Loft for a night of\ncocktails\, live band\, live auction\, dinner\, dancing and more! \nTo buy a ticket\, learn about sponsorships\, click HERE.\nDeadline to buy tickets is February 22\, 2022.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/heart-of-gold-ball-2022/
LOCATION:Bridgeport Art Center\, 1200 W 35th St \, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Heart of Gold Ball
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20220201T183353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T183428Z
UID:218484-1644343200-1644346800@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care Open House
DESCRIPTION:Have you considered becoming a foster parent but have questions and want to learn more?\nJoining members of Hephzibah’s foster care team for an informal Open House on Zoom. Guests are welcome to pop in and out at any time during the scheduled event to ask questions they may have about what it is like to be a foster parent\, the licensing process or anything else related to foster care. \nInterested participants can RSVP to Nancy Silver\, Foster Parent Recruitment and Support Specialist at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to receive the Zoom link. 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-care-open-house-3/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20211208T225158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T230049Z
UID:218252-1641924000-1641927600@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parenting Info 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 Zoom call will learn about becoming a foster parent and the children Hephzibah serves. \nRSVP to Nancy Silver at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to get the Zoom link. \nIn the meantime\, learn more here.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parenting-info-session-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Silver":MAILTO:nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211207T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20210930T163147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T183935Z
UID:217861-1638900000-1638903600@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care Open House
DESCRIPTION:Have you considered becoming a foster parent but have questions and want to learn more? \nConsider joining members of Hephzibah’s foster care team for an informal Open House on Zoom. Guests are welcome to pop in and out at any time during the scheduled event to ask questions they may have about what it is like to be a foster parent\, the licensing process or anything else related to foster care.\n \nInterested participants can RSVP to Nancy Silver\, Foster Parent Recruitment and Support Specialist at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to receive the Zoom link. 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-care-open-house-2/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211203T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211203T223000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20211122T163938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211122T164053Z
UID:218072-1638563400-1638570600@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Name That Jingle
DESCRIPTION:Hephzibah Western Auxiliary and the Dynamic DJ Duo of Tyler & Steph Qualio are proud to announce that it is game on for the 2nd annual NAME THAT JINGLE! \nWhere: In the Comfort of your home\, your friend’s home or wherever you can login to zoom as a couple or team. Holiday attire of your choice. \nCost: $25/person benefitting Hephzibah Western Auxiliary \nWe’ve targeted the proceeds of this event to “fund the need” fore two video game tables for the Hephzibah Home. \nRegister at https://www.hephzibahhome.org/name-that-jingle/  \n 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/name-that-jingle-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211130T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20210930T164137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T211901Z
UID:217863-1638295200-1638298800@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parent 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 Zoom call will learn about becoming a foster parent and the children Hephzibah serves. \nRSVP to Nancy Silver at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to get the Zoom link. \nIn the meantime\, learn more here.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-information-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20210930T162725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T181617Z
UID:217858-1635271200-1635274800@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care Open House
DESCRIPTION:Have you considered becoming a foster parent but have questions and want to learn more? Consider joining members of Hephzibah’s foster care team for an informal Open House on Zoom. Guests are welcome to pop in and out at any time during the scheduled event to ask questions they may have about what it is like to be a foster parent\, the licensing process or anything else related to foster care.\n \nInterested participants can RSVP to Nancy Silver\, Foster Parent Recruitment and Support Specialist at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to receive the Zoom link. 
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-care-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20210721T202018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T214932Z
UID:217500-1632247200-1632250800@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parenting Info 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 Zoom call will learn about becoming a foster parent and the children Hephzibah serves. \nRSVP to Nancy Silver at nsilver@www.hephzibahhome.org to get the Zoom link. \nIn the meantime\, learn more here.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parenting-info-session/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20210803T215323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210817T190716Z
UID:217494-1631959200-1631973600@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parent Recruitment Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Learn about being a Foster Parent\nHephzibah invites you to a family-friendly information event designed to answer your questions about becoming a Foster Parent. \nWhen: Saturday\, September 18\, 2021\n10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nWhere: Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion\, Grove 5\, 8700 S. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois \nCome to hear our speakers talk about their foster care journey. \nThis event will feature a presentation and panel discussion with experienced Foster Parents at 11:00 a.m. Information on what is involved in the licensing process and criteria will be provided. Hephzibah and representatives from other agencies will be on hand to answer questions. \nThere will be games for the kids\, food\, raffles\, music and other fun. \nCDC guidelines for being safe during this pandemic will be observed. \nTickets are free\, however due to limited space\, reservations are suggested.\nFor more information and to reserve a spot\, go here. \nThis event is open to any individual interested in fostering\, adopting\, or who would just like to learn more about fostering. \nIf you are a licensed Foster Parent\, please bring an individual who is interested in fostering. \nThis event is sponsored Impact Grants Chicago and the Forest Preserve of Cook County and organized by Hephzibah and the Chicagoland Foster Care Collaborative. \nBy the way… \nIf you can’t make it to this Foster Parent Information Picnic\, Hephzibah’s Nancy Silver will be leading a Foster Parent Info Session via Zoom on September 21. Learn more here.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/foster-parent-information-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T100000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20210812T214325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T165704Z
UID:217690-1631867400-1631872800@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Rethinking Prevention: Building Trauma-Informed Systems of Care in Child Welfare
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the\n2021 Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors of Hephzibah Children’s Association \nWhen: Friday\, September 17\, 8:30-10 a.m. \nWhere: Nineteenth Century Club\, 178 Forest Ave\, Oak Park\, IL 60301 \nFeaturing Dr. Kimberly Mann\, LCSW\, Deputy Director of Research and Child Wellbeing\, Illinois DCFS\, who will discuss Rethinking Prevention: Building Trauma-Informed Systems of Care in Child Welfare. \nIn 2018\, Congress passed sweeping legislation aimed at reform of the child welfare system. The Family First Prevention Services Act provides incentives and regulation to strengthen services to children and families to reduce the harm of separation and the trauma of removal. As child welfare systems design new prevention-oriented programming utilizing trauma-informed and evidence-based interventions\, they must confront the realities of supporting profound changes in relatively brief timeframes for families affected by intergenerational poverty\, trauma and systemic inequities. Evidence-based interventions are designed to target very specific areas of functioning. Child welfare professionals will be required to use a diverse range of core practices to meet the challenges that engage families in a plan for change and really put families first as we rethink our approaches to prevention for families with these high needs. This presentation will provide an overview of the Illinois plan for prevention focused interventions for families receiving child welfare services. \nSince joining Illinois DCFS in 2008\, Dr. Mann has guided development of trauma-informed practices\, served as Project Director for the Illinois Birth-Three Title IV-E Waiver and leads implementation of the Early Childhood Court Team.  Dr. Mann has more than 20 years of graduate and undergraduate teaching experience in Social Work and 30 years experience with youth and families\, primarily in child welfare\, public school and community settings. \nThis event is free to attendees. \n*Individually boxed breakfasts will be provided for those who register by Wednesday\, September 15. \nVaccinated guests and those with a negative COVID test in the past 48 hours are welcome to attend in person.  If you wish to attend virtually here is the Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89597994683. \nMasks will be required for all those in attendance\, and social distancing guidelines will be followed during the event.
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/rethinking-prevention-building-trauma-informed-systems-of-care-in-child-welfare/
LOCATION:The Nineteenth Century Club\, 178 Forest Avenue\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60301\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T072532
CREATED:20201117T210241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T170524Z
UID:216845-1615057200-1615057200@www.hephzibahhome.org
SUMMARY:Heart of Gold Ball 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Virtual 2021 Heart of Gold Ball—our biggest fundraiser of the year! We know that events are a little different these days\, but we can assure you that the Virtual Heart of Gold Ball will be the virtual event of the year. Please join us from the comfort of your home! \nAll proceeds benefit Hephzibah Children’s Association. \n[minti_divider margin=”40px 0 40px 0″] \n\n \n  \n[minti_button link=”https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sponsorship-Packet-Heart-of-Gold-2021-Writeable.pdf” size=”medium” target=”_blank” lightbox=”false” color=”color-1″ icon=””]SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE[/minti_button] \n[minti_button link=”https://www.hephzibahhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-HOG-Auction-Packet-Writeable-2.pdf” size=”medium” target=”_blank” lightbox=”false” color=”color-1″ icon=””]AUCTION PACKAGE[/minti_button] \n[minti_divider margin=”40px 0 40px 0″]
URL:https://www.hephzibahhome.org/event/heart-of-gold-ball-2021/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL VIA YOU TUBE LIVE
CATEGORIES:Heart of Gold Ball
ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Gravely":MAILTO:wgravely@www.hephzibahhome.org
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