Lucky Duck

Join us for the kickoff party for Lake Forest Food and Wine Festival! The Night is hosted by Mixologist Jason Asher, food from Lucky Duck and a Karaoke contest with grand prizes! All Food and Drink is included with ticket purchase.&nbsp;

Local Event: Karaoke Contest + Cocktails- Lake Forest Food and Wine Festival

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Karaoke Contest + Cocktails- Lake Forest Food...

Join us for the kickoff party for Lake Forest Food and Wine Festival! The Night is hosted by Mixologist Jason Asher, food from...

Karaoke Contest + Cocktails- Lake Forest Food and Wine Festival

The Lake Forest Club

Hosted by celebrity Chef Tiffani Faison. &nbsp;Enjoy a night of vintage and vinyl-featuring 9 Wineries, 2 featured mixologists, 11 chef stations and amazing music by world renowned DJ Jerzy. &nbsp;

Local Event: Vines & Vibes

Vines & Vibes

Hosted by celebrity Chef Tiffani Faison.  Enjoy a night of vintage and vinyl-featuring 9 Wineries, 2 featured mixologists, 11...

Gorton Center

This is the ultimate burger battle with 9 local chefs competing for the title of Wagyu Burger Champion judged by a panel of celebrity judges. &nbsp;Live Music by DJ Nick Rockwell, Craft Beer and Cocktails, all you can eat burgers, and a Family Fun Zone with games for the whole family!Kids 10 and under enter free with purchase of adult ticket

Local Event: Whiskey, Wu-Tang & Wagyu BURGER BATTLE

Whiskey, Wu-Tang & Wagyu BURGER BATTLE

This is the ultimate burger battle with 9 local chefs competing for the title of Wagyu Burger Champion judged by a panel of...

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The African American Museum at The England Manor

Come enjoy a delicious meal and help support the African American Museum at The England Manor. This event features both lunch and dinner services, plus opportunities to sign up as a volunteer for future museum events.

Local Event: Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See

Waukegan

Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See

Come enjoy a delicious meal and help support the African American Museum at The England Manor. This event features both lunch...

Ravinia Green Country Club

Keeping Families Covered is hosting its flagship benefit, Casino Night, on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 6-10pm at the Ravinia Green Country Club in Riverwoods, IL. Join us for games, food, drinks, music, and fun! This event not only raises funds for our programs but also builds awareness about the important work we do for individuals and families in our community. Your support will help us continue to provide essentials like diapers, period supplies, and incontinence products to those who need them most. Dress code for this event is Vegas Chic - dress to impress for a fun night at the casino! Ample parking is available at the venue. Tickets include food, open bar, and casino games. Only 200 tickets will be sold for this event, so grab them early to reserve your spot!

Local Event: Casino For A Cause

Casino For A Cause

Keeping Families Covered is hosting its flagship benefit, Casino Night, on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 6-10pm at the...

Northmoor Country Club

The Ninth Annual Event for the GPF Foundation​ features a keynote appearance by Ryan Knutson​, Editor &amp; Co-Host of ​T​he Journal, the daily podcast from the Wall Street Journal​. ​Lake Forest's Larry Potash, WGN-TV, ​w​ill again be emcee. ​Funds raised support the GPF Foundation’s goal of “Saving Lives Through Awareness.”
Ryan Knutson is a co-host and senior news editor of “The Journal,” a daily podcast produced by the Wall Street Journal that explores the forces driving global events, markets and major companies. Previously he worked at PBS and ProPublica, building a reputation for sharp investigative reporting and clear, accessible storytelling. Just like the GPF Foundation, Ryan's work helps bring awareness and understanding about news and events that impact us all.
In addition to the cocktail party, seated meal and conviviality, guests at the Annual Event will also hear an update on GPF Foundation initiatives from Ross and Nancy Friedman, Board Chair and Director, respectively. Current activities include:

<ul><li>Continued progress on the Blind Spot, an educational video game that has moved into the third phase of development to explore commercial viability.</li><li>First-responder and health professional training and partnerships.</li><li>Development of a diagnostic scoring system for medical professionals.</li><li>On-going Harm Reduction training for at-risk communities.</li><li>The launch of an Associate Board made up of young adult volunteers to help spread awareness on harm reduction and the Foundation’s life-saving work. </li></ul>

Local Event: An Evening of Insight Promised at the GPF Foundation's Ninth Annual Event

An Evening of Insight Promised at the GPF...

The Ninth Annual Event for the GPF Foundation​ features a keynote appearance by Ryan Knutson​, Editor & Co-Host of ​T​he...

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Karaoke Contest + Cocktails- Lake Forest Food and Wine Festival

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7:00 PM

Lucky Duck, 204 E Wisconsin Ave, Lake Forest, IL

Vines & Vibes

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6:00 PM

The Lake Forest Club, 554 N Westmoreland Rd, Lake Forest, IL

Whiskey, Wu-Tang & Wagyu BURGER BATTLE

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11:00 AM

Gorton Center, 400 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL

Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See

Casino For A Cause

An Evening of Insight Promised at the GPF Foundation's Ninth Annual Event