We anticipate this event to reach capacity attendance. If you're interested in being placed on a wait list, please email [email protected]. Include the number of tickets you want and your cell number so we can text you. You'll be notified via email the week of April 20th if space opens. Instructions for securing a ticket will be included.
If you are no longer able to attend, you're welcome to sell your ticket to a friend. Please email name and email address to [email protected] so they can check in.
Thank you for supporting GECRC.
You Are Invited to Glen Ellyn Children's Resource Center's Signature Fundraising Event!
~Literary Event 2026 with New York Times Best Selling Author Amity Gaige!
Sharing remarks on her best selling novel, Heartwood.
Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Arrowhead Golf Club from 6:30-10:00 PM.
Can't attend? All are welcome to support the GECRC students by making a donation.
Want to showcase your business? -- Be a sponsor or donate an item for our raffle. Click on the "Sponsors" button below for options. Contact Laura Ulepic, [email protected], to discuss a customized level to fit your business' needs. To be featured in event day materials, deadline to commit as a sponsor is April 7th.
Are you a part of a Book Club? We welcome your club to design a custom gift basket to be raffled off the night of the Literary Event. The basket with the most entries will win a Private Book Club night at The Bookstore Glen Ellyn; your evening will include food, drinks, and 20% off all book store merchandise for your entire book club. Email [email protected] for more information. Applications to participate are due April 1st!
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