“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!”
“I recently won a few lots from Lot 14 on an online auction and there communications and responsiveness to messages was excellent. Great selections of items in their auctions as well. Cheers Lot 14!”
“I had a great experience! From the moment I arrived, everything went smoothly. The staff was kind, welcoming, and professional. I felt comfortable and well taken care of the entire time. Everything was clean, organized, and handled with care. I’m really happy with the service and would definitely recommend it to others. Thank you for making my experience so positive!”
“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”
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
9757 Pacific Ave, Franklin Park
Community Services Non Profits
“We always came here growing up! This American Legion was a huge part of our lives. We had family members that served! It was always such a great time! Great memories ?”
“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.”
“Always have great family events for members and family of members. Amazing Christmas party! Santa and Mrs claus stopped by! Otherwise it's a closer knit group”
“The Skokie Chamber of Commerce has been a pleasure to work and interact with. Thus far most of my interactions have been with David and he is simply GREAT!He is very knowledgeable, responsive and such a positive presence.The Chamber has some pretty amazing networking events.”
“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.”
Open 24 hours
1535 E Oakton St, Des Plaines
Community Services Non Profits
“A very friendly and welcoming crowd. I feel safe there as proper social distancing and mask wearing is practiced by all. I will be returning frequently and will likely find a sponsor there in short order. One day at a time, easy does it!”
“Bonnie the volunteer spent a lot of time providing information about the dogs I met, making sure that the animals were comfortable, and ensuring that the animals would be provided with a good home.”
“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. ?”
“Tessarae is such a warm, inviting place full of the kindest people. We had my daughter's birthday party there and it was a great experience. The environment was very inviting and comfortable, our group of teens had a really fun time doing a painting lesson together. We're looking forward to returning for painting lessons and art anytime in the future!”
9AM - 4:30PM
800 S Rohlwing Rd, Addison
Community Services Non Profits
“I really like this place! I donate lots of good things, mostly books, notebooks and workbooks. I like looking around and they have a nice selection of adults and kids DVDS. Also, they have holiday and regular greeting cards. They have cute holiday decorations too. If you are in the area, please go in this place and check it out.”
“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.”
“very kind people. Helpful. Helped with lense prescription, psychological needs after sudden onset blindness from eye stroke. Very clean. Help with moving about as well.”
“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!❤️”
“My shul. When I'm there, it feels like I am surrounded by family, as my family must have davened 60 or 70 years ago. They are welcoming, kind, attentive, & truly care about everyone who contacts them & comes to worship.”
“Nice environment. The kids area is really nice, clean and small.
The teenage area has a good selection of books, mangas and comics.
The printing service is really good. Sometimes the scanner has technical issues, so be prepared.
It's a quiet place to work or study with large tables to share.”
“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.”
“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.”
“I’ve been coming here for years I love it the staff is awesome I can say they care about their players with the snacks pizza dinners best bingo place still left”