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Donate $10 to enter the Heads or Tails game and a chance to win a Ballet + Dinner package valued at $400 (2 Tickets to a Joffrey Ballet performance of Liliom, show dates September 17-27th, and $150 to Crying Tiger restaurant).
How to Play: Participants select either "heads" or "tails" by putting their hands on their heads - or their tails! The emcee flips a coin and announces whether the coin came up heads or tails. Those participants whose choice matches the coin flip get to stay - everyone else leaves the game. The game continues until one person is left - the winner of the Ballet + Dinner package!
Limited to 3 entries per person.
Buy a chance to open the card catalog and win a bottle of Wine.
When you arrive, we will provide you with proof of purchase. Find The Pull table and show them your token. You will then select a card catalog slot -- the number in the slot will indicate which wine bottle you have won.
All bottles are valued at $20.00 or higher.
More Wine pulls will be available for sale the night of the event!
Buy a chance to open the card catalog and win a Restaurant Gift Card.
When you arrive, we will provide you with proof of purchase. Find The Pull table and show them your token. You will then select a card catalog slot -- the number in the slot will indicate which Restaurant Gift Card you have won.
All Gift Cards are valued at $20.00 or higher.
More Restaurant Gift Card pulls will be available for sale the night of the event!
Buy a chance to open the card catalog and win a bottle of Bourbon.
When you arrive, we will provide you with proof of purchase. Find The Pull table and show them your token. You will then select a card catalog slot -- the number in the slot will indicate which bourbon bottle you have won.
All bottles are valued at $30.00 or higher.
More Bourbon pulls will be available for sale the night of the event!
Buy a chance to open the card catalog and win a Book.
When you arrive, we will provide you with proof of purchase. Find The Pull table and show them your token. You will then select a card catalog slot -- the number in the slot will indicate which Book you have won.
All books are valued at $15.00 or higher.
More Book pulls will be available for sale the night of the event!
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: Pickledilly, 4919 Main St., Skokie
Maximum number of people: 30
The evening kicks off at Pickledilly's indoor Pickleball courts, where beginners can learn the game from a pro and experienced players can jump into lively ladder play. No matter your skill level, expect plenty of laughs-after all, that's what pickleball is all about! The "pickling" continues at Sketchbook (next door to Pickledilly) with a complimentary drink and hearty appetizers.
There are two beginner spots available.
Tickets will be available starting April 30th at 7AM
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Location: Jackie and David Mack's home, address will be shared before the party
Maximum number of people: 12
Gather at the Mack home for an unforgettable evening of fun and flavor. Guests will savor a lively bourbon tasting, perfectly paired with a delicious, mouthwatering barbecue dinner!
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Location: American Legion, 1030 Central St., Evanston
Maximum number of people: 60
Can You Dig It?
A Silent Disco Night 60's & 70's Style
Headphones on. Inhibitions off. We're bringing the Summer of Love to June with a silent disco party soaked in the sounds of the '60s and '70s. Dance to soul, funk, and flower-power anthems while enjoying drink tickets and light bites, all in support of ARTSiE. Come as you are. Leave groovier than you arrived.
Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Dance Center Evanston Studio, 1934 Dempster St., Evanston
Get ready for a fun, feel-good experience! Dance along to familiar tunes led by a BeMoved instructor-just follow along and enjoy the rhythm. Afterwards, relax and enjoy stories and engage in conversation with our guest dance artist. Coffee and pastries will be served!
Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The WCE clubhouse, 1702 Chicago Ave., Evanston
Get ready for a lively Trivia Night of laughs, friendly competition, and a little bit of bragging rights on the line. Eliza, a regular host for Pub Trivia USA, will test your knowledge across a mix of fun and surprising categories, and don't miss a special round of WCE trivia where you can prove just how well you really know the Club!
Enjoy beverages, appetizers, and sweets throughout the evening while you play, mingle, and cheer on your team.
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Member's Home, address will be shared before the party
Ladies only
Enjoy a delicious brunch spread, coffee and cocktails before diving into a hands-on cupcake decorating activity! Learn to decorate like a pro while mingling with fellow members!
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Kurt Lindland's home, address will be shared before the party
Maximum number of people: 10
Mix, Mingle & Make a Difference
Enjoy lively company as you learn how to mix creative cocktails, paired with delicious appetizers, recipe cards to take home, and plenty of laughs.
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Julie's home, address will be shared before the class
Together we will cook a three-course meal, learning all of Julie's tricks of the trade as we go along. Afterward, we'll enjoy the fruits of our labors along with a glass of wine.
Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Maximum number of people: 20
Cocktails & Creativity for a Cause
Let's make art together. No skills required, no perfection desired, only fun, laughter and community! You'll create one-of-a-kind prints and cards, discovering surprises and enjoying the process along the way! Wine and a specialty cocktail will be served, as well as yummy noshes. Grab your BFFs and come support a great cause.
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Location: Union Squared Pizza, 1307 Chicago Ave., Evanston
Maximum number of people: 50
You'll have a ball with friends at our Bocce Party at Union Squared! Never played before? No problem-we'll show you the ropes. Enjoy pizza, salad, a celebratory drink, and fun prizes along the way. This crowd-favorite event always sells out fast, so grab your spot before it's gone!
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Location: Best's Home, address will be shared before the party
Savor a perfect late-summer evening filled with wonderful company, small plates and delicious wine. Bill and Sheila will bring their passion for cooking and wine to life as they host in their beautiful backyard oasis. A local musical duo will add ambiance to the evening.
Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026
Time: 2:00 - 4:30 PM
Location: Starting location will be shared before the event
Discover Evanston from a fresh perspective on this guided Bike Tour showcasing the city's most vibrant Street Murals. Pedal through colorful neighborhoods as we explore the stories, artists, and inspiration behind these striking urban works-perfect for both art enthusiasts and casual riders.
We'll ride at an easy, relaxed pace with plenty of stops to admire the murals and capture photos along the way. The tour concludes at Zentli, where you'll kick back and refuel with a festive spread of appetizers-think tacos, chips, and guacamole-paired with your choice of beverage. Sip on a tamarind margarita, hibiscus lemonade, sparkling water, or a refreshing beer as you unwind.
Come for the art, stay for the flavor, and enjoy a lively day of culture, community, and fun!
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 4:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Heimann's home, address will be shared before the party
Maximum number of people: 24
Join us for an exciting downtown Evanston Scavenger Hunt. Kick things off with a welcome drink as we go over the rules. Teams will then embark on a lively hour-long quest to complete a list of items and challenges. After the hunt, relax with a cocktail and appetizers while taking in the stunning sunset from a downtown Evanston rooftop terrace. A delicious Mediterranean-inspired dinner with homemade desserts will cap off the evening as we announce and toast the winners.
Bring 9 of your friends on this private brewery tour at Double Clutch Brewing Company. The tour includes complimentary beer tasting and everyone goes home with a Double Clutch Brewing Company glass.
Double Clutch in Evanston has a spacious, industrial-chic atmosphere, award-winning craft beer, and a rotating collection of classic cars, Using the finest ingredients and employing state of the art techniques, Double Clutch offers a selection of authentic beers, expertly crafted on site. They bring their customers the best of the best, and continually try different approaches to keep their brews fresh and unique.
$300 value, an instant buy for $150
Ema is a Mediterranean restaurant in Chicago's River North neighborhood and Glenview showcasing Chef Partner CJ Jacobson's lighter California style of cooking.
The menu features a selection of mezze, Mediterranean small plates, with an emphasis on Hummus & Spreads, Raw, Vegetable and Kebabs. Signature dishes include Moroccan Onion Dip, Tahini Caesar Salad, Octopus Carpaccio and Spicy Brisket Kefta Kebab.
$125 Gift Certificate, an instant buy for $100
Gus' Sip & Dip brings a classic tavern experience to the heart of River North, welcoming walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis.
The beverage menu, created by Kevin Beary, offers high-quality cocktails at an approachable price, paired perfectly with Chef Bob Broskey's timeless tavern dishes.
Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods supper club at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties, with highlights including the L. Woods Chopped Salad, Barbecue Brisket Burger, Pounded Chicken A La Sima, Baby Back Ribs and Wisconsin Fish Fry.
The bar features local craft beers, Wisconsin Old Fashioneds and specialty cocktails.
Located directly on the Chicago riverfront, Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera.
Chef Evan Funke is a steward of Italian cooking traditions and culture. Tre Dita is his love letter to Tuscany, drawing inspiration from the cuisine of Florence, Lucca or Livorno and more.
At the heart of Tre Dita is Chef Funke's pasta laboratorio. Made daily, centuries-old pasta shapes are meticulously handcrafted, preserving tradition with each precise movement.
Tre Dita, Italian for "three fingers, pays homage to the precise thickness of a bistecca Fiorentina. Guests may experience the signature steak and others, as well as whole fish and Tuscan specialties, all prepared on a roaring wood fire grill.
Tre Dita's menu is complemented by an all-Italian wine list, curated as a heartfelt homage to Italy. Featuring over 700 labels, the list journeys through Italy's unique regions, with a particular emphasis on Tuscany, highlighting small-scale producers and a handpicked array of vintage bottles.
Tre Dita Cucina Toscana is located in the St. Regis Chicago.
$300 Gift Certificate, an instant buy for $275
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