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59th Annual Caritas Benefit

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Caritas 59th Annual Benefit
"Evergreen"

November 19, 2011
Museum of Science and Industry
Chicago, IL
Tickets $225 per person

Humanitas Award Recipient: Rev. Don Borling
Master of Ceremonies: Andy Avalos, NBC 5

The 59th Annual Caritas Benefit "Evergreen" will be held at the Museum of Science and Industry on November 19. During cocktails, guests will be serenaded with brass sounds performed by a local school, while they view the beautiful Christmas tree's from around the world display. The evening will feature a special guest and many other magical elements.

Program
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Cocktails, Silent Auction, and Christkindle Market

7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Welcome
Andy Avalos, of NBC 5 will serve as Master of Ceremonies.
Program
Dinner


10:15 p.m.
Raffle Drawing

10:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
Silent Auction Closes

Musical Entertainment Al Sofia Orchestra.
Black Tie Optional
Cash Bar Available after Dinner.

Purchase Your Tickets Here
Click Here for For Sponsorship Opportunities
Raffle Tickets

HERE'S A SNEAK PEAK AT SOME OF THIS YEAR'S AUCTION ITEMS

Emerald and Diamond Ring

Blackhawks Tickets (2) and a Zamboni Ride
Queen Size Handcrafted Quilt
Champions for charity golf outing package
Pebble Beach, CA December 7 - 11, 2011 for more information Click Here
In-Home Chef for a party of eight

If you are unable to attend, seal bids are accepted.
Submit your bid to: Barbara Siwinski
18350 Crossing Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60487 or Click Here

All proceeds from the black-tie event benefit children and adults with special needs.

If you would like more information about the annual Caritas Benefit, or would like to receive an invitation to the event, please contact Barb Siwinski at 708-342-5246, or email bsiwinski@stcolettaIL.org.

The Caritas Society is the official auxiliary of the St. Coletta's of Illinois Foundation dedicated to helping children and adults with developmental disabilities and/or mental retardation. Founded in 1952 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Caritas has hosted an annual black tie dinner dance with all the proceeds benefiting the St. Coletta's of Illinois Foundation.

 


Our Mission:

Providing support and funding for special needs individuals in the areas of:

  • Residential Care
  • Educational Programs
  • Medical Care
  • Religious and Pastoral Care
  • Vocational Services
  • Specialized Facilities

Save the Date!

Caritas Benefit
Museum of Science & Industry
November 19, 2011

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