“We are so grateful to have had our wedding at the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association (NCCA)! Woody and his team were wonderful to work with - from first touring the venue to clean-up the morning after. Set in the beautiful neighborhood of Oak Park, the NCCA is surrounded by community parks and historic homes by Frank Loyd Wright. We also had easy access to the local hotel to host our guests overnight. This wedding venue is reasonably priced with true historic charm. The food and beverages were excellent. We held our ceremony/cocktail hour on the first floor and reception on the second floor, comfortably accommodating our guest count of 175 people. Woody is responsive and flexible. He is willing to support creative endeavors to make your wedding feel original. We feel so fortunate to have found the NCCA to host our wedding - we would absolutely recommend it to you!”
“This is a great place. My niece and nephews love the animals inside the nature center. We also love the lake and the waterfall outside. A great place for kids that is FREE! Wonderful way to get them outside and learning about nature. Very helpful and kind staff.”
“Big thanks to the Moose Lodge and especially Doug and Angie! They were able to come through for us after a scheduling error on our part and save the day! Our fundraiser was a big success and Heidi & Steve were great servers for us throughout the evening!”
“My brother Rodney Hawthorn would go here to play cards. We had his repass here meeting family and people. Who Love my brother thank you all who came to celebrate his life. Gone too soon”
“A great stage and venue for live performance! Our ensemble, The Tamburitzans, had a wonderfully successful event on 2/15/25 - we hope to bring America's Favorite Folk Ensemble back here someday soon!”
“It's a beautiful site to visit and you can get everything you need there for the day. I go there on Sundays for the speaker meeting and the breakfast beforehand and I always leave with food for the soul because you only get to live one day at a time.”
“It's an amazing organization. They offer a variety of programs for parents to participate in that enrich both parent and child. The staff is smart, creative, friendly and supportive. The work that they're doing for the neighborhood and families is God sent.”
8AM - 4:30PM
5535 W 87th St, Oak Lawn
Community Services Non Profits
“The employees at this location are always wonderful & willing to help out... the employees are what make this place wonderful I'm so glad I chose this location for my wic office”
“Went for the food pantry. The woman who initially signed us in was NOT friendly at all. I would not put her up from to start someone off here. She was pushy and just quite rude. With that being said, when I was called back the man who signed me into the computer was nice, then a lady took me back to pray with me. If you don't believe in prayer this is not the food pantry for you. Then when I went back to get the food everyone was super nice and helpful. ??”
“The Gathering Lighthouse is truly a place where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I enjoy being surrounded by like minder people. They are very welcoming, and I feel as if I have found my second family. ?”
“Fast unloading, the security guy is nice, the guy who was unloading me also nice they help you to back up because its tight,not for beginner drivers definetly, you will have hard time parking here. Unloaded in 45min. Thank you”
“I found this place about five months ago, And I’m glad I did. The staff is very friendly. The merchandise is beautiful. The store is very clean and neat. It looks like a little boutique with very affordable prices. That’s my to go place. Thank you for supporting woman and families in need.”
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
415 W 8th St, Hinsdale
Community Services Non Profits
“Hinsdales hub for activities, events, and services—it’s a nonprofit community center that a lot of local families use regularly. It's like a private Rec center, event space Etc with Community programming.”
“My 1st. time taken care of me, and only me. I needed help with a bill, my gas. I worked hard all my youthful day and my adult life, taken care of others, mother, siblings, husband, then kids. Don't mention the dogs. Grandma, and a house. All gone now including my husband, so I had to learn to budget my bills, money, and time. 'Ceda to the rescue.' They took care of and continue to keep my bills low so I can live without stress over this months as well as next months bills. I can breathe, and learning how to sleep, 'at easy souldier', 'relax,' 'rest well.' I was told by friends and family. It's going to be a good live.”
“What an incredible organization with a truly inspiring mission. Kind and mission driven staff. Stop in and learn how you can support Diveheart today. Their heart is in it!”
“Feral Fixers does such a great service for the DuPage County community. They help spay and neuter as many cats as they can. And they will put up kittens and as many adoptable cats as possible.
Check them out on Facebook. If you are looking to adopt a kitty, they have lots of pictures. They also have open houses to meet adorable kitties.
They are also looking for volunteers if you have time to spare.”
“Assistance League Chicagoland West is an amazing volunteer run, nonprofit organization that helps transform the lives of children and adults in need in DuPage and Western Cook Counties through its community programs that support education and self-reliance while fostering a sense of connection and belonging. Please consider joining to make a difference!”
“I've been there once and it is an Awesome place! My daughter had a baby and helped so much to give a lot of her clothes there since they're just starting out. I want to thank you all for being so nice and having everything so organized!❤️”
“Great place to start gymnastics. We have younger children that started gymnastics with TriStar in spring and by end of summer they are able to do many new things like cart wheels, flips and climbing ropes and other skills on equipment with assistance. I'm not looking to make my children competitive gymnasts but give them opportunities to try something and get some skills. I think the staff here do an excellent job and connect really well with the kids.Location is an old former warehouse so it is a bit remote and sketchy, building is dusty sometimes cold or hot because it is a huge space.”
“The society of the Little flower helps with daily readings and reflection .it's always direct and guide me in God's word,. God richly bless you”
“My Dad served honorably in WWII. A member of "the greatest generation" he was a great man and beloved by many, not only his family but community also.I don't know how I could have gotten through his funeral day without the respect and acknowledgment that came from beyond our family's mourning. The armed servicemen in uniform that saluted his flag draped casket as he was carried past them to his final resting place and their beautiful folding of the flag and presenting it to my Mom was so uniting. It really made one feel that our Country cared for its Servicemen even so many decades later. But most of all I thank Tom Day and his Bugles Across America. The volunteer who came and performed Taps was an excellent musician. That day we were especially blessed as the funeral home had also arranged for the Servicemen I mentioned and they too by chance, planned to play Taps. Our family was so so touched and surprised when Taps was played echo style by the two buglers. That beautiful and well deserved tribute to my father meant the world to my Mom and our family and we speak of it often. Bugles Across America is a wonderful organization with wonderful volunteers that at a very short notice give comfort and inspiration at a time most needed. I support them whole-heartedly.”
“This is a wonderful donation center! The staff are talented and friendly, and everything was clean and efficient. I have never enjoyed donating blood before, but the exceptional staff actually made it really fun. I will definitely be donating here again in the future.”
“Great place to hang out and have a drink. I've been to several events hosted in the hall, which is available to rent out to the public. Friendly people with a 'Cheers' kinda atmosphere!”
“They have voting here sometimes,dancing stepping dancing, partying and other gatherings here... Keep an eye out ? for the next occasion that's coming soon...?✌️?✝️”
“What a fantastic space, and a wonderful group of people to work with. I held a party there and it couldn’t have gone better. The staff was so kind, easy to work with and very accommodating. The space was superb and it was just great. Thank you so much for making the party a smashing success!”
9AM - 11:30PM
6710 16th St, Berwyn
Community Services Non Profits
“We had an amazing time , we rented the hall for my daughter’s first birthday , Tony was super nice and professional, the bartenders were super friendly , we enjoyed our event ! Will be renting again in the future ?”
“Loveeeee This Place My Son Who Is Autistic And Speech Delayed Been Going Here Since He Was 3 Years Old My Son Is Now 5 And The Staff Is Very Helpful And Understanding ,Its A Safe Environment They Also Have A School And Other Services They Take Most Insurance Just Call And Get The Help You Need For Ur Child ?”