Around the Archdiocese

• BENEFITS

  • "Taste of Holy Rosary": 12:30- 3:30 p.m. April 29, ethnic cuisine, $7/adults; $4/children, Keough Hall, 351 E. 113th St. at King Drive, (773) 568-4455.
  • Our Lady of the Brook Parish: art auction, 7 p.m. April 28, works from Marlin Art of NYC, also local artists, entertainment, hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, raffle; tickets $20/person; $35/couple, 3700 Dundee Road, Northbrook, for more info, call Peg at (847) 205- 9205.
  • Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind.: fundraising excursion on Lake Michigan on The Odyssey, begins 11 a.m. April 28 at Navy Pier, returns 1:45 p.m.; $70/person, includes a meal, music, silent auction and raffle, call Sr. Susan at (773) 463- 2478, or go to alumni@ spsmw.org.
  • Our Lady of the Snows Parish Celebrity Auction: doors open 6 p.m. April 28, free admission, autographed items from celebrities, Hall of Fame athletes, and something from every major team in Chicago, for young and old; food "from our famous kitchen," raffle, 4810 S. Leamington, for more info, call (773) 582-2266.
  • St. Francis Borgia Parish: "Night to Remember," 6-10 p.m. May 10, $40/person; $25/children, at Elmcrest Banquets, call school at (773) 589-1000 before April 28 for tickets.
  • Josephinum Academy: "Taste of the Jo," 6-9 p.m. May 4, $5, international food, games, dancing, show, Scholarship Fund Raffle, 1501 N. Oakley, (773) 276-1261.
  • Officer Thomas Cook: fundraiser to benefit family of slain (Sept. 27, 2006) Metra policeman of Most Holy Redeemer Parish, 3- 11 p.m. April 20, $20/person, at Bourbon Street, 3359 W. 115th St., Merrionette Park, entertainment, food, silent auction, www.thomascookbenefit.org.
  • Our Lady of Tepeyac High School: 6-11 p.m. April 27, dinner tickets $75/person, live and silent auctions, choir performance, at Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State, call Liz at (773) 522-0023, Ext. 205 to RSVP.

• DINNERS/DINNER-DANCES

  • DePaul University's Awards for Excellence in the Arts Gala: 6-10 p.m. April 18, an evening of film, TV and theater celebrities; one-of-a-kind auction and live entertainment, $500/person, to benefit school's scholarship fund, at Four Seasons Hotel, 120 E. Delaware, call (312) 553-2000 for tickets.
  • "Clergy Appreciation Night": showing appreciation for all local religious, 7 p.m. April 20, $50/person, hosted by the Archdiocesan Chapter of the Knights of Columbus, at the Marriott in Oak Brook, 1401 W. 22nd St., for reservations, call Bob at (773) 736-8738.
  • St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish: 5 p.m. April 28, dinner-dance, silent/live auctions, $80/person, at Meridian Banquets, Rolling Meadows, for tickets, call Betty at (847) 520-0888.
  • "Noche Mexicana": Mexican buffet, margaritas, mariachi band, raffles, 6 p.m. May 2, tickets $50/person, at Lalo's Restaurant in University Village, proceeds benefit St. Pius V Grade School in Pilsen, RSVP to (312) 226-1590.
  • Polish American Cultural Club: 32nd anniversary dinnerdance and scholarship fund-raiser, 2 p.m. April 22, with Folk Dance Ensemble Polonia (who entertained Pope John Paul II); $40/person; children 12 and under/$15; $10/dance only; band from 4-7 p.m., at Mayfield Banquets, 6072 S. Archer, call Ron at (630) 530-4587 to RSVP.
  • St. Michael's Widow/Widowers Group: 5 p.m. April 29 dinnerdance, $25/person, cash bar, at Orland Chateau, 14500 LaGrange Road, Orland Park, RSVP to Hank at (708) 614-8999.

• ENTERTAINMENT

  • Concert of Wedding Music: 2 p.m. April 29, trumpets, organ, timpani, strings, bagpipes, harp and vocalists, for those planning weddings and the general public, refreshments follow, free, at St. Michael Church, 1633 N. Cleveland, (312) 642-2498.
  • "Put the Nuns in Charge": dinner 5 p.m. April 21; show 6 p.m., $30/person in advance; $35 at door; first come, first served; for 18 years and older only, at St. Albert the Great Church, lower level, 5555 W. State Road, Burbank, call Kevin at (708) 598-8652 for tickets.
  • "Beauty and The Beast": family musical, performed by 78 members of Fenwick High School's Blackfriars Guild, 8 p.m. April 20- 21; 3 p.m. April 22, adults/$8.50; students/senior citizens/$6.50, in advance or at door; reserved seating, $15; at 505 Washington, Oak Park, call Don Jakubisin at (708) 652-3841 for tickets.
  • "Raising the Roof": mini-concert by local singers; original comedy "This Just Can't Be True!" performed by the Harlem Nights Players, followed by music, dancing and karaoke, for adults 21 and over, $6 in advance; $10 at door, May 18-19, fund-raiser to replace needed roof at St. William Parish, 2559 N. Sayre, hotline (773) 637- 6565, Ext. 37.
  • Irish American Heritage Center Program: salon concert, 8 p.m. April 22, Brian Holleran concert flute player; Patrick Ourceau, fiddle player, $15 at door, 4626 N. Knox, (773) 282-7035.
  • St. Sebastian Players: "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," weekends, April 27-May 20, at St. Bonaventure Church, 1625 W. Diversey, for tickets, call (773) 404- 7922.
  • Sacred Concert: featuring Benedictine University Concert Choir and Chamber Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. April 29, at St. Procopius Abbey, 5601 College, Lisle, (630) 969-6410.
  • "Ambelliento" Flute and Harp Duo: noon April 20, McGuire Hall of St. Xavier University, 3700 W. 103rd St., $6; $5/senior citizens and students, (773) 298-3421.

• EXHIBITS

  • "Here I Stand": exhibit in memory of El Salvadoran Archbishop Oscar Romero, weekdays 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. or by appointment, now- May 11; sculpture by Corinne Peterson; woodcuts by Carlos Cortez and Guatemalan Textiles, at Catholic Theological Union Gallery, 5416 S. Cornell, (773) 371-5415.
  • Vatican International Exhibition: "Eucharistic Miracles of the World," 6:30-8:30 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturdays; 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sundays, April 16-22, at Santa Maria Del Popolo Church, 116 N. Lake, Mundelein, for more info, call Nancy at (847) 566-7711.
  • "Celebration of Women in the Arts": featuring artists' work from music to photos and paintings; by current students, faculty and alumnae of St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, 1-4 p.m. April 21, at Portage Park Center for the Arts, 5801 W. Dakin, call Jennifer at (773) 736-4383 for more info.

• FASHION SHOWS

  • St. Bonaventure Parish: 11 a.m. April 21, fashions by The Dress Barn, $30, at Porretta's Banquets, 3718 N. Central, call Gerry, at (773) 736-1932.
  • St. Thomas Becket Parish: 6 p.m. April 26, "Lights, Camera, Fashion," $35, at Bristol Court Banquets, 828 E. Rand, Mount Prospect, call Elaine at (847) 299- 3950 for tickets.
  • "Pure Fashion" Show: 1-4 p.m. May 6, for daughters, mothers, friends, fans of modest/cool fashions; co-hosted by Respect Life Office and Regnum Christi, $65, includes luncheon and entertainment, at Chicago Hilton, 720 S. Michigan, for tickets, call Angela at (815) 530-2262.

• GAMES PARTIES

  • St. Helen Parish: dabber bingo with assorted pulltabs, year-round Fridays, doors open 4 p.m.; games 7 p.m., in hall, 2347 W. Augusta, home-made refreshments, an air-conditioned/smoke-free environment, (773) 235-3575.

• LECTURES

  • Fr. Jonathan Robinson, CO: 4- 6 p.m. April 25, symposium on his book, "The Mass and Modernity," called a philosopher's gift to Catholic liturgy; with presentations by visiting professors, hosted by the Lumen Christi Institute, free, at University of Chicago's Ida Noyes Hall, 1212 E. 59th St., (773) 955- 5887.
  • "Slavery in 2007: Interactive Seminar on Human Trafficking": 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 5, cohosted by the Sisters of the Living Word and the Sisters of Christian Charity, $20, includes box lunch, at Notre Dame High School for Boys, 7655 W. Dempster, Niles, RSVP by April 17 to (847) 577-5972.
  • Midwest Regional Bioethics Conference: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. May 12, sponsored by Archdiocese of Chicago, Catholic Physicians' Guild of Chicago and others, at St. Mary of the Lake Seminary, Mundelein, for more information, contact Dr. Tom Zabiega at (630) 768-4590 or tzabiega@ hotmail.com, before May 7.
  • McLaughlin Series "Facing Life with Faith": 7:30-9 p.m. April 19, panelists discuss "Does Being Ethical Count Anymore?" free, at Mary, Seat of Wisdom Parish, 920 W. Granville, Park Ridge, (847) 825-3153.
  • "Depression in America-a Discussion": DVD will be shown by St. Dymphna Society, 7:30-9 p.m. April 18, produced by Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, featuring Mike Wallace as narrator; discussion follows with information hand-outs, lower-level Queen of All Saints School, 6230 N. Lemont, call Shirley or Jim Weber, at (773) 777-6022.
  • "Past, Present and Future of Christian Martyrdom": 7-9 p.m. April 19, Emmanuel Katongole, speaking on "Martyrdom and Reconciliation in the World Church;" and Eric O. Hanson, "Flashpoint for Future Martyrdom: Beyond 'the Clash of Civilizations,'" free and open to public, DePaul University Student Center, Room 120, 2250 N. Sheffield, (773) 325-7423.
  • Rabbi Evan Moffic: from Chicago Sinai, discussing the Book of Esther's serious message wrapped in comic form, 6 p.m. April 24, $5/non-members, at Simpson Hall, Loyola University Museum of Art, 820 N. Michigan, (312) 915-7630.
  • First Friday Club of Chicago: noon May 4, Police Officer Jim Mullen, wounded in the line of duty in 1996, speaking on people with disabilities leading productive lives; luncheon tickets for nonmembers $35, at Union League Club, 65 W. Jackson, RSVP by May 1 to (312) 466-9610.
  • Postpartum Depression Forum: 8:30-11 a.m. May 9, free, includes a psychiatrist, registered nurse, and three women sharing their experiences with the disorder; Bishop Perry will open the Forum, at Annunciata School, 3747 E. 111th St., RSVP to Family Ministries Office, at (312) 751- 8351, or on line at www.familyministries. org.
  • George Weigel: author/syndicated columnist, 7-9 p.m. May 1, "The Benedict Project and the Future of the Catholic Church," sponsored by Ss. Faith Hope & Charity and Sacred Heart parishes, free, at Sacred Heart Parish Center, 1090 Gage, Winnetka, call (847) 446-7646, ext. 455, for more info.
  • Anthony Stellaccio: award-winning artist, researcher, on "20th Century Lithuanian Ceramics," 2 p.m. April 29, free, Balzekas Museum, 6500 S. Pulaski, (773) 582- 6500.

• MEETINGS

  • Lake County Council of Catholic Nurses: Mass 10 a.m. April 21, St. Patrick Church, 15000 Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth; luncheon 11:30 a.m. at Country Squire, 19133 Rte. 120, Grayslake, nonmembers $30, RSVP to Mary, at (847) 623-9125.
  • Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Nurses: Mass 11 a.m. April 29, with Fr. William Mannion, at Our Lady of Hope Church, 9711 W. Devon, Rosemont; luncheon follows at 12:30 p.m., $15; call Sr. Evelyn, at (773) 792-6363 for tickets and more info.
  • On Track Singles: 6:30 p.m. April 26, dining out night, Mama Luigi's Restaurant, 7500 S. Harlem, Bridgeview; carpool from St. Mary's parking lot, 6500 S. Kenneth or meet at restaurant by 7 p.m., RSVP to Lucy at (773) 778-8239 after 7 p.m.
  • Park Ridge Catholic Woman's Club: Mass 11 a.m. April 25 at Our Lady of Hope, 9711 W. Devon, Rosemont; noon lunch at Café La Cave, 2777 S. Mannheim, Des Plaines; $35/person, entertainment, RSVP to (847) 825-3312.
  • Chicago Catholic University Club: noon April 27 luncheon, Riverside Restaurant, 3422 S. Harlem, Riverside, RSVP to Marilyn at (708) 366-0151 by April 24.
  • Catholic Alumni Club of Chicago: 10 a.m. April 29, Singles Sunday Mass, meet outside St. Odilo Church, 2244 East Ave., Berwyn at 9:45 a.m.; breakfast at New Seneca Restaurant nearby, call Marlene at (708) 450-8280 for more info.
  • Southwest Archdiocesan Singles: "Big," the musical, meet 7:30 p.m. April 21 in lobby of Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St.; then to Leona's nearby, RSVP by April 18 to Ken at (708) 423- 4271.
  • New Beginnings Phoenix: 7 p.m. April 20, charades at member's house in Hoffman Estates, or bring a group game and snack to pass and a beverage, call Norina at (847) 490-1066 for more info; 24-hour hot line at (847) 622- 4342 for other events.
  • International Thomas Merton Society Chicago Chapter: 2 p.m. April 15, hosts theologian, philosopher, Merton scholar, Vaughn Fayle, speaking on Thomas Merton's "The Behavior of Titans," $5/non-members, at Immaculate Conception Parish, 7211 W. Talcott, for more info, call Mike Brennan at (773) 685- 4736.

• PILGRIMAGE

  • Lourdes, France: with Fr. Bob Roll and Fr. Jim Clavey, dates tba, if interested for August-September or February, call Fr. Clavey at (708) 788-0876.
  • Lira Ensemble Tour of Central and Southern Poland: June 18- July 11, 2008, escorted by Lucyna Migala, with folklore and music, call (773) 508-7040.
  • In the Footsteps of St. Edmund Rich: Sept. 17-28, from Oxford and London, England, to Paris and Soisy, France; centennial year pilgrimage of St. Edmund Parish, call (708) 442-9914 for more info.

• REUNIONS

  • College of St. Teresa: seeking former students or grads for centennial liturgy celebration, tours, pig roast, brunch, banquet, more, July 4-8, on campus in Winona, Minn., contact: Alumnae CST, 357 Gould St., Winona, MN 55987.
  • Annunciata Parish Homecoming: alums, former parishioners and East Siders, Mass 5 p.m. April 21, at church, 3747 E. 111th St.; dinner, show, special awards and hall of fame night follows at St. Francis de Sales Gym, 10201 S. Ewing, entertainment by "Howl at the Moon" dueling pianos, call rectory at (773) 221-1040 or Jim Taylor at (773) 592-4186 for tickets.
  • St. Laurence High School: Mass for deceased alumni, 4:30 p.m. April 14, in school library; wreath-laying at outdoor memorial, refreshments follow, 5556 W. 77th St., Burbank, RSVP to Ed Kozak at (708) 458-6900, Ext. 255.
  • St. Bruno Grade School: seeking all alumni and former parishioners over 21, to celebrate 80 years of Catholic education, 7 p.m.-midnight April 21, $20 in advance, catered Chinese dinner, cash bar, music from 60s-90s, silent auction, at 4839 S. Harding, RSVP to (773) 523-3467.
  • Seton Academy: alumni gala, silent auction, dinner, program, 5:30-9:30 p.m. April 27, Oak Lawn Hilton, 9300 S. Cicero; Alumnae Olympics, Continental breakfast 9 a.m. April 28, at 16100 Seton Rd., South Holland; Night of Shining Stars, leave Seton 5 p.m. April 28 for Navy Pier; alumni Mass, 10 a.m. April 29, Seton Chapel, call (708) 333-6301 for more info.
  • Mount Carmel High School: alumni banquet, doors open 6 p.m. May 4, honoring especially classes of 1957 and 1982; $50, at Lexington House, 7717 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, call Fr. Peter McGarry at (773) 359-0463 for tickets.
  • St. Leo Grade School: seeking class of 1957 for proposed 50th reunion, call Mary Ellen Caplis Considine at (773) 564-4250.

• RUMMAGE SALES

  • Our Lady, Mother of the Church: seeking vendors and crafters for flea market, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. June 9, 8747 W. Lawrence, call Joe at (773) 589-0860.
  • Our Lady of Ransom: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 21, also new or likenew items sold in Treasure Room, 8300 N Greenwood, Niles, (847) 823-2550.

• POTPOURRI

  • St. Hubert Job & Networking Ministry: 7-9:15 p.m. April 23, "Establishing Rapport with the Interviewer," Ministry Center, 729 Grand Canyon, Hoffman Estates, call Bob at (847) 925-6005.
  • "Fight Night": doors open 6 p.m. April 28, featuring over 50 students in various weight classes; food, beverages, $10 admission, hosted by Mount Carmel High School's Fathers Club, 6410 S. Dante, (312) 720-4539.
  • "Quieting Fatigue": info and tips on how to manage cancer-related fatigue, free, includes a light dinner, 5:30-7:30 p.m. April 18, in Café 95, on main floor of Little Company of Mary Hospital, 2800 W. 95th St., Evergreen Park, for more info, call (708) 229-6001.
  • Lexington College Summer Camp for Girls: June 25-29, for high-school sophomores, juniors and seniors, be immersed in an exciting hands-on world of culinary arts, event planning and service excellence, $375 includes supplies, field trips, lunches and all seminars, in West Loop campus, call Catherine Kustner at (312) 226-6294, Ext. 242, or go to www.lexingtoncollege.edu.
  • Misericordia Jelly Belly Candy Days: seeking volunteers for an hour or two on the street of your choice, April 27 and/or 28, to raise funds for Misericordia programs for adults and kids with developmental disabilities, call (773) 273-2768.
  • Volunteers for Zacchaeus House: need weekday helpers to do household tasks, cooking, at men's residence for renewal and direction (not a half-way house or treatment center), 12242 S. Parnell, call (773) 563-7822.
  • Spiritual Companionship: one-hour sessions to advance spiritual growth through dialogue and reflection with another, $40; by appointment with either Ruth Baggech or Fran Dionisio, at The Center, 801 W. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, (630) 837-7486.