northbrook News

Dr. Alvin C. Atlas, a 1977 alumnus of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Dentistry, will receive the Irwin B. Robinson President’s Leadership Award at the College’s 2012 Reunion.

The North Suburban YMCA in Northbrook, Illinois is being recognized by JJ's List for its efforts to support disabled individuals and their families, including facility upgrades to improve accessibility and programming with special needs support.

Don Roth of AmpliVox Sound Systems commits his company to support of cancer organizations and public service agencies. The AmpliVox PINK PODIUM PROMISE has donated over 100 lecterns to breast cancer groups nationwide.

The 5th Annual Strong Kids Fundraising Dinner will be held May 25 2011 at Allgauer's Restaurant. This special occasion supports scholarships to NSYMCA programs, and features dancing, auctions, raffles and surprises.

For every megaphone sold in 2011, AmpliVox will donate $15 to the North Suburban YMCA. AmpliVox is committed to building better communities through youth programming and social involvement.

Prairie Fire (215 N. Clinton in Chicago; 312-382-8300) and Prairie Grass Cafe (601 Skokie Blvd.; Northbrook, Ill.; 847-205-4433) are honoring Earth Day April 22, offering delicious dinner specials featuring Spring Lamb and foraged “Wild Things”.

The North Suburban YMCA was the recipient of a $463,000 bequest from the estate of Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. The gift will be used for the Y’s $4.1 Phase II Capital Campaign, to expand and renovate the YMCA building in Northbrook, IL

After successfully overcoming once-crippling debt and past operational challenges, the North Suburban YMCA is now moving forward to launch Phase II of their Capital Campaign: Investing in a Healthier Community.

PIP Printing & Marketing Services, Northbrook, IL, celebrates its 25th year of supplying businesses in Chicago's north and northwest suburbs with outstanding printing, copying and finishing services.

The Cancer Wellness Center in Northbrook & Grayslake celebrates its 20th Anniversary with Avant For Men during the store’s grand opening at 607 Elm Place in Highland Park, with ten percent of sales between April 13 and May 17 to be donated.