Listed below are various events taking place in the Chicago area. The events are listed in chronological order by the sponsoring organization (if multiple dates, listings are posted based on the starting date). This information is updated regularly.

In addition, see Links for information on various recreational and social service agencies serving our community and JCFS for information on Jewish Child & Family Services events.

NorthShore Home & Hospice Services

Grief Support Group

Wednesdays, July 21 - September 8, 2010
1:00 - 2:30 pm
NorthShore Hospice Office
4901 Searle Parkway, Skokie

This group is open to anyone who has experienced any type of loss in the last two years. No matter where you are on your journey, you will benefit from this nature-inspired understanding of grief. The group will look at the ways grief and loss impact us over our life span. You will learn helpful and practical skills for negotiating through the troubled waters of life. Come and share the support of others mourning the loss of a loved one and discover the beauty to be found along the way.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

"Out of the Darkness" Community Walk

Saturday, September 25, 2010
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe

Our walk will go .3 miles to the Braeside North Line Metra Stop. Registration takes place between 8:00 and 10:00 am. The Walk will take place from 8:00 and 11:00 am, followed by a reception and closing ceremony between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. To register for the walk or to donate, plase go to Donor Drive.