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Gorton Center

Come celebrate the unveiling of Gorton Center's brand-new updated, state-of-the-art cinema system in&nbsp;The John &amp; Nancy Hughes Theater with John Hughes’ classic The Breakfast Club in a new 4K digital restoration, featuring 50 minutes of deleted and extended scenes. The new sound system&nbsp;features 7.1 Dolby Digital surround sound, bringing an even more immersive moviegoing experience to our community. Follow five high school students as Saturday detention brings them together and breaks down the stereotypes that divide them. Funny, heartfelt, and timeless, the film explores friendship, identity, and the pressures of growing up.&nbsp;

Local Event: Film: The Breakfast Club

Film: The Breakfast Club

Come celebrate the unveiling of Gorton Center's brand-new updated, state-of-the-art cinema system in The John & Nancy Hughes...

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...

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

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