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■ ANNIVERSARIES

St. Lawrence O’Toole Parish: celebrating 25th anniversary at noon Mass Nov. 16 with Cardinal George, followed by Taste of O’Toole, 4101 St. Lawrence, Matteson, (708) 748-6090.

Franciscan House of Mary and Joseph: 25th anniversary of this Franciscan outreach, for the homeless, 6 p.m. Nov. 15, dinner at Maggiano’s in Oakbrook, $100/person, $125 after Nov. 10, RSVP to (773) 278-6724.

St. Mary, Star of the Sea Parish: marks 60th anniversary with bilingual Mass with Cardinal George, 3 p.m. Nov. 23, 6435 S. Kilbourn, (773) 767-1246.

■ BENEFITS

Lexington College: scholarship dinner honoring McCaskey family, Bears Football Club and Bears Care, 5 p.m. Nov. 11 at Chicago Marriott downtown, $300/person, call Katherine at (312) 226-6294, Ext. 224 for tickets.

Big Sisters: “Christmas in Chicago,” noon Dec. 7, reception/ silent auction, holiday brunch 1:15 p.m., $80, in Crystal Ballroom, Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel, 163 E. Walton, helps fund Catholic high school scholarships, RSVP to (708) 488- 8893.

Emmaus Ministries: 18th anniversary luncheon, silent auction, music and testimonials, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 6, Cardinal George keynoter, $50/person, free valet parking, at The Grand Ballroom, 6351 S. Cottage Grove, call (773) 334-6063 for tickets.

Misericordia: Crate and Barrel shopping night, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 18, Northbrook Court, $25/person, RSVP by Nov. 11 to Jean at [email protected].

Chastity Education Initiative: 6 p.m. Nov. 22, dinner keynoter Colleen Carroll Campbell from EWTN, $75/person, at Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, call (312) 751-5355 for tickets.

Mamre: supports Special Religious Development, SPRED, dinner-dance, mariachi music, folk dance, silent auction, 6 p.m. Nov. 22, $50/person, at Crystal Sky Banquets, 7941 W. 47th St., McCook, RSVP to Ramiro Hernandez at (708) 860-3952.

■ CRAFTS

St. Kevin Parish: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 9, in church basement, 10509 S. Torrence, Mex/American breakfast and lunch, bake sale, (773) 721-2563.

Christmas Boutique: hosted by St. Patrick Church Sewing Group, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 20, from dolls to placemats, in parish center, 991 S. Waukegan at Everett roads, in Lake Forest, (847) 234-1401, Ext. 208.

Guerin Prep High School: seeking crafters for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 29 craft show, admission $2, children under 12 free, no strollers, 8001 W. Belmont, River Grove, (708) 453-6233.

St. Laurence High School: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 22, 5556 W. 77th St., Burbank, (708) 388-4031.

St. John Brebeuf Parish: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 16, 8307 N. Harlem, Niles, call Judi at (847) 296-6421 for more info.

Our Lady of the Ridge: 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Nov. 15, 10859 S. Ridgeland, Chicago Ridge, contact Karen at (708) 945-9405.

Divine Infant Parish: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 22, 2008 in school hall, at 1640 Newcastle, Westchester, get pictures with Santa, (708) 865-8071.

St. Richard Parish Center: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 22, 5000 S. Kostner, (773) 585-1221.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church: seeking crafters for holiday fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 23, 728 W. Belmont, call Barb at (773) 525-8195 for more info.

Irish American Heritage Center: bazaar and bake sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 7 with Santa Claus, Mass 10:30 a.m. and Irish breakfast with Heritage Singers, $8/adults, $4/children, must RSVP to (773) 282-7035, Ext. 10.

■ DANCES

New Beginnings Singles: 8-11 p.m. Nov. 15, non-alcoholic beverages provided, bring a snack to share, $8/advance, $10/at door, at St. Matthew Church Hall, 1001 E. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg, call Joan at (847) 397-9643.

■ DEVOTIONS

Veterans Day Mass: 8:30 a.m. Nov. 11, hosted by junior high of St. Albert the Great School, veterans encouraged to share stories, photos, uniforms, and memories with students over refreshments in the church hall later, 5555 West State, Burbank, (708) 424-7757.

Mass Honoring Service Men and Women, Past and Present: 10 a.m. Nov. 9, celebrating the military, their families and friends; active military list your name for prayers of the faithful during the Mass by calling Kathy at (773) 881-1406, St. Barnabas Church, 10134 S. Longwood.

Taize Prayer: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14, ecumenical service with chants, meditation and Scripture readings, at St. Nicholas Church, 806 Ridge, Evanston, (773) 334- 5695.

Feast of Christ the King: with Catholic Charismatic Renewal, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 23, prayer/praise by Mark Nimo, lay evangelist from Ghana, beginning with Mass offered by Fr. Paul Burak, at St. Luke Church, 528 Lathrop, River Forest, bring a canned food for Amate House, 708-209-1199.

St. Benedict the African-East Parish: marking 13th anniversary, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7, dinner-dance, Family Reunion live band, magician, silent auction, $45/person, at Highlanders Hall, 4808 S. Archer, RSVP to (773 873-4464.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. first Fridays, St. Pancratius, 4025 S. Sacramento, (773) 523-2400.

■ DINNERS/DINNERDANCES

Sunday Celtic Suppers: 4-7 p.m., November through Mother’s Day, all-you-can eat hot buffet, $16/person, $9/kids 12 and under, entertainment, at Chicago Gaelic Park, 6119 W. 147th St., Oak Forest, RSVP to (708) 687-9232.

■ ENTERTAINMENT

Mary Gifford Organ Concert: 3 p.m. Nov 16, music by Bach, Villa- Lobos and others, at Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica, 3121 W. Jackson, secured parking, (773) 638-0159.

“Sister’s Christmas Catechism”: parochial comedy, by Maripat Donovan, 5-6:30 p.m. Nov. 22 dinner/theater, adults $30, kids ages 10-13 $20, St. Florian School gym, 13110 S. Baltimore, call rectory at (773) 646-4877 for tickets.

Our Lady of Peace Choir: presents the Divine Essence’s “The Glory Train,” 5:30 p.m. Nov. 15, adults/$13, children under 12/$6, refreshments, lower church, 2010 E. 79th St., call (773) 768-0105.

“Fools”: romantic comedy by Neil Simon, 7:30 p.m. Nov 14-15 and 2 p.m. Nov. 16, $5, at door, lobby open one hour before performance, St. Joseph High School, 10900 W. Cermak, Westchester, (708) 562-4433.

“Gloria: A Christmas Celebration”: 8 p.m. Nov. 21, St. Benedict Music Ministry, Apollo Chorus, Romanian Madrigal Consort and guest conductor Stephen Alltop, present sacred music concert with operatic singer Sherezade Panthaki and other featured soloists, $15/through Nov. 19, $20/at door, $12/students and seniors, at St. Benedict Church, 2215 W. Irving Park, (773) 588-6484.

“Case of the Blue Note Bully”: dinner/interactive murder-mystery, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 22, with Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Sebastian Players, $25/person, two/$40, Our Lady of Lourdes School Hall, 4641 N. Ashland, call (773) 561-2141.

“Sister’s Christmas Catechism”: by Maripat Donovan, 7 p.m. Nov. 29, $15/person, includes sweet table, at Our lady of the Ridge School, 10859 Ridgeland, Chicago Ridge, call (708) 425-3800.

St. Elizabeth’s Fall Jazz: 2-6 p.m. Nov. 16, glass of free champagne, appetizers, meal, cash bar, $15/person, music by the Art Booker Trio, St. Elizabeth Parish, 50 E. 41st St., (773) 268-1518.

Tommy Makem Tribute Concerts: with the late Tommy Makem’s sons, the Makem and Spain Brothers and local bands, 8 p.m. Nov. 21, $35, at Gaelic Park, 6119 W. 147th St., Oak Forest, call (708) 687-9323; and 8 p.m. Nov. 22, $35, at Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox, call (773) 282-7035, Ext. 10.

“Still Life with Iris”: ages 9 and up, now-Dec. 6, Theater School DePaul University Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences, $8, at DePaul’s Merle Reskin Theater, 60 E. Balbo, call box office at (312) 922-0999 for days, time and tickets.

Chicago Chorale: solemn vespers for Advent, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7, free, at Monastery of the Holy Cross, 3111 S. Aberdeen, (773) 306-6195.

“Sounds of Christmas” Concert: 2 p.m. Dec. 7, featuring Rich Daniels and the City Lights Orchestra with the Mundelein Seminary Christmas Choir, free will offering, in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, 1000 E. Maple, Mundelein, first come first serve, (847) 970-4830.

St. Patrick High School Men’s Chorus: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3, concert from classical to Christmas, pop to Madrigals and more, $5, at Stahl Family Theater, 5900 W. Belmont, call box office at (773) 286-8470.

Tony Ocean’s Christmas Show: Vegas entertainer does vocal music of Sinatra, Martin, Darin, Bennett and Tom Jones, doors open 5:30 p.m. Dec. 10; dinner 7 p.m., $24/person, hosted by St. Robert Bellarmine Men’s Club, 4646 N. Austin, call rectory at (773) 777-2666 for tickets.

■ EXHIBITS

“1968 Art and Politics in Chicago”: features 42 works created in response to the events surrounding the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in 1968, runs now through Nov. 23, at DePaul University Art Museum, 2350 N. Kenmore, call (773) 325- 7506 for hours and days.

■ GAMES PARTIES

Super Bingo: doors open noon- 5 p.m. Nov. 16, early bird games 1 p.m., bingo 1:30 p.m., $25, at St. Patricia Parish Center, 9000 S. 86th Ave., Hickory Hills, call Sonja at (708) 945-3583 for more info.

Card and Bunco Luncheon/ Party: 12:30 p.m. Nov. 16, $15, in Cardinal Bernardin Early Childhood Center, 1651 W. Diversey, St. Bonaventure Council of Catholic Women, RSVP to Gerry at (773) 736-1932.

Turkey Shoot: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 23,turkeys and other food items raffled; fun for kids, Bears football on multi-screens, snacks for sale, Mater Christi Holy Name, 2431 S. 10th Ave., North Riverside, (708) 442-5611.

■ LECTURES

Msgr. Robert Dempsey: past English editor of L’Osservatore Romano, “Catholic Faith in a Culture of Relativism and Secularism,” noon-1:30 p.m. Nov. 16, free, at St. Catherine Laboure parish, 3535 Thornwood, Glenview, (847) 998-4704.

Albertus Magnus Lecture: “Ethics After Darwin,” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13, Stephen Pope, Boston College theology professor, $10, at Dominican University’s Priory Campus Auditorium, 7200 Division, River Forest, (708) 714- 9105.

Siena Center: Dominican Sr. Mary Clemente Davlin will read from her new book, “A Journey of Love: Meditating with Piers Plowman,” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19, $10, at Dominican University, Parmer Hall room 108, 7900 Division, River, Forest, (708) 714- 9105.

“Islam”: with Fr. Albert Haase, OFM, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Nov. 22, $75, Mayslake Ministries, 450 E. 22nd St., Suite 170, Lombard (new address), call (630) 268- 9000 (new phone).

“Humanae Vitae: Faith, Science and Family” Series: 1 p.m. Nov. 15 with Fr. Dennis Lyle, “The Catholic Church’s Teaching on Marriage and the Transmission of Human Life;” 1 p.m. Nov. 22, Dr. Robert Lawler on “Medical Effects of Contraception, Sterilization and In-Vitro Fertilization on Women’s Health and Marital Relationships;” and 1 p.m. Dec. 13, John and Cecilia Jelinek on “What is Natural Family Planning/Why Is It Better for Your Marriage?” at Prince of Peace Parish 135 S. Milwaukee, Lake Villa, (847)356-3042.

Bioethics Health Symposium: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21, probing “Quality of Life” concepts, with Cardinal George, Peter Kreeft and other speakers in various disciplines, $30, includes breakfast, lunch and conference, UIC Forum, at John Paul II Newman Center, 700 S. Morgan, RSVP to (312) 226-1880 or [email protected].

■ MEETINGS

Memorial Mass: for deceased members of Catholic Women’s Club of Lake County, rosary 10:30 a.m. Nov. 13, Mass at 11 a.m. luncheon follows $13/person, non-members welcome, at St. Paul the Apostle Parish, 6401 Gages Lake Road, Gurnee, call Mary Pat at (847) 263-6041 to RSVP.

Chicago Catholic University Club: for single Catholics over 50, meet in Oak Park, call (773) 545-8336 for more info on events.

Courage-Chicago: weekly prayer/discussion as spiritual support for Catholic lay men and women aspiring to live chaste lives according to church’s teachings on homosexuality, call Fr. Charles Becker at (815) 385- 1575 for more info, or visit www.couragerc.net.

Calix Society: new Chicagoland unit for Catholic alcoholics maintaining sobriety through AA fellowship, 9 a.m.- noon Nov. 22, and each fourth Saturday, St. John Vianney Church, lower level, 46 N. Wolf, Northlake, call Ellen at (847) 583- 0274 for more info.

Catholic Alumni Club: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 15, meet at Bohemian Crystal Restaurant, 639 N. Blackhawk, Westmont, then see a movie nearby, RSVP to Marlene at (708) 450-8280 by Nov. 14.

New Beginnings Singles: dinner at Russell’s Bar-b-que, Rolling Meadows, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13, call JoAnn at (847) 258-3680 to RSVP.

■ PILGRIMAGES

Oberammergau: Sept. 9-19, 2010, daily Mass at Catholic sites in Germany, Switzerland and France, including tickets for Passion Play, for brochure, call Fr. John Mulvihill at (847) 433- 1494.

Shrines of Mexico: with Fr. Joe Noonan, Dec. 7-13, 2008, celebrate feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, visit shrines and climb pyramids, call (312) 602- 5373.

■ RETREATS

Advent Women’s Retreat: reflections on Dante’s “Divine Comedy,” 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6 (coffee-and at 8:30 a.m.), with Daughter of St. Paul Sr. Margaret Joseph Obrovac, space limited, $25 includes lunch, at Pauline Books & Media, 172 N. Michigan, RSVP to (312) 346-4228.

Days of Reflection: talks, confession, Benediction, Mass, by Miles Christi priests, 6:15-9:15 p.m. Nov. 14, at St. Isaac Joques, 306 W. 4th St., Hinsdale, also 12:45-5 p.m. Nov. 15, at Marytown, 1600 W. Park, Libertyville, for more info call Joan at (847) 966-1369.

Day of Reflection for Religious: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6, with Fr. Dennis Sanders, CR, with reconciliation, Mass, Benediction, at St. Mary of providence, 4200 N. Austin, call Sr. Ann Schaffer, at (773) 545-8300, Ext. 307.

Women’s Retreat: Thanksgiving weekend silent Ignatian retreat, preached by Miles Christi priests, Nov. 28-30, at Marytown, 1600 W. Park, Libertyville, for more info call Joan at (847) 966-1369 or visit www.mileschristi.org.

Parish Advent Mission: 7 p.m. Dec. 7-9 with Fr. Tom McCarthy, OSA, St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, 4100 W. 107th St., Oak lawn, (708) 425-2850.

■ REUNIONS

St. Joseph High School-IHM High School Reunion: 7 p.m. Nov. 15, $85/person, at Wyndham Drake, Oak Brook, call Kelly at (708) 562-7488 for tickets.

Academy of Our Lady/ Longwood High School: memorial Mass for deceased alumnae, 10 a.m. Nov. 16, at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, academy alumnae will sit together in a designated area of church, with memorial liturgy marking feast of St. Margaret of Scotland; a social hour for A.O.L. alumnae follows in St. Margaret School, for more info, call (773) 445-2300.

Regina Dominican High School: 50th anniversary event, Nov. 28-29 homecoming weekend, with athletic events, sock hop, tours, decade reunions, at 701 Locust, Wilmette, (847) 256- 7660, Ext. 224.

St. Giles School: seeking class of 1987 for Dec. 28 reunion, call (708) 383-6279, Ext. 505, or go to www.stgilesschool .org/alumni.

St. John Brebeuf School: seeking alumni info for data base, send name, year graduated, address, phone, maiden name (if applicable) and email address to Libby Ryder at (847) 966-3266 or e-mail to [email protected], you can also find out what’s going on at the school, find a fellow classmate, or tell us how St. John Brebeuf made an impact on your life, address is still 8301 N. Harlem, Niles, IL 60714.

St. Nicholas of Tolentine School: marks 100 years in May 16, 2009, at 2 p.m. Mass with school open house and dinnerdance at Georgios 6-11 p.m., call Fr. Stan to RSVP, (773) 735- 1121.

St. (Blessed) Agnes of Bohemia School: will mark 105th anniversary in 2009-20010; call Michele at (773) 522-0143, Ext. 110 to be put on mailing list.

St. George School: seeking all alumni for parish 75th anniversary in 2009, call (708) 532-2626 to be on mailing list, or visit www.stgeorgeschool.org.

■ SPIRITUAL GROWTH

Multi-Media Presentation: “A Still More Excellent Way: How St. Paul Points Us to Jesus,” 9:30- 11:30 a.m. Dec. 6, presented by Joseph Durepos, author of the book by the same title, answering the question, “Does St. Paul have anything to say to us today?” experience Paul in a new way, learn more about his life and discover ways to apply his teaching to everyday life, at St. Joseph Parish’s Koenig Center, 121 E. Maple, Libertyville, for more info on this free program, call Dorothy at (847) 990-1228.

“Breakfast with the Bishop”: Bishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller speaking on “Passing on Our Faith,” 9 a.m. Nov. 22, $28/person, $50/married couple, $15/children ages 4-12, at Holiday Inn Willowbrook, 7800 Kingery, Willowbrook, hosted by On Fire Youth Ministries, RSVP to (708) 209-1199.

Theology of the Body Study Group: 6:30-8 p.m. monthly on second Wednesday, free, at Pauline Books & Media, 172 N. Michigan, (312) 346-4228.

■ POTPOURRI

Silk Scarf Painting Class: Karen Snow’s workshop for beginners and experienced, 9- 11:30 a.m. Nov. 19, $25, plus materials, at The Well, 1515 W. Ogden, LaGrange Park, call (708) 482-5088 to register or for more info and other programs.

Christmas Brunches: seatings 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Dec. 7 and 14, $55/adults, $12.95/children ages 6-12, at Misercordia, 6300 N. Ridge, RSVP to (773) 273- 4189.

Christmas Ornament Workshop: 1 p.m. Dec. 6, learn to make unique Lithuanian Christmas ornaments from white plastic drinking straws, bring your own scissors, pencil and ruler, non-members/$15, children under 12/$6, fee includes straws, needle, thread, instruction sheet and admission to Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture, 6500 S. Pulaski, documentary on Lith customs follows, with refreshments, to register, call (773) 582-6500.

St. Joseph Village of Chicago: open house and pietasting, 4-6 p.m. Nov. 19, 4021 W. Belmont, buy a baked pie for Thanksgiving, tour a variety of services from Assisted living to rehabilitation, RSVP to (773) 328- 5526 and reserve your pie.

Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii Lunch with Santa: noon-4 p.m. Nov. 30, $5, photos with Santa available for sale, other fun activities start after 11 a.m. Mass, 1224 W. Lexington, call (312) 421-3757.

“Special Personal Attention Day”: treat yourself to any three programs, $60, includes manicure, Reiki, hypnosis, naprapathic treatment, and other, at The Center, 801 Carillon, Bartlett, call (630) 837-7486 for more info.

“Heart of Christmas at the Crib” for the Family: magical program for parents/grandparents, their children/grandchildren, 10-11:30 a.m. Dec. 6 or 4-5:30 p.m. Dec. 9, $20/for a family, at the Carmelite Spiritual Center, 8433 Bailey, Dairen, register by Nov. 25, at (630) 969-4141.

The Women’s Center: needs food, paper cups, plates, silverware for its Christmas and Polaroid film, also toddler beds, cribs, diapers in all sizes, call (773) 794-1313 for more information and three drop-off sites.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends: Nov. 14- 16 or Dec. 507; Feb. 27-March 1, 2009, for married couples, contact Jim and Kris, at (800) 442- 3554.

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