Proud of the diversity of our members, we are united by a common commitment to improve the quality of life in the community. Whether you are new to the Park Ridge area, or you have lived here for a while, Park Ridge Community Women welcomes you to join us!
New Board Members: 2022-2023
President: Anne Dempsey
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Membership: Chris Sassan
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Upcoming Events- 2023
March GM: Harp & Fiddle Thursday 3/9 at 6:45 p.m.
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Mark you calendar, Thursday, March 9, for a fun night out with the lassies at Harp & Fiddle to celebrate St Patrick's Day with with a pint and a performance by the Trinity Irish Dancers. Evite will be sent out to all registered members. Email PRCW with any questions regarding membership.
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March: Habitat for Humanity Event: Saturday 3/11 at 8 a.m-3:00 p.m.
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Habitat for Humanity
Saturday, March 11, 8-3:00 With one in ten Chicagoans currently living in inadequate housing, PRCW wants to make a difference by helping to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity Chicago and their commitment to building a city where every resident lives in a healthy home in a vibrant neighborhood. By contributing to our goal, you will ensure that more families have the opportunity to thrive. We appreciate any support you can give - big, small, or somewhere in between! We hope you will consider supporting Habitat financially by donating to the PRCW team. Click here to donate to the PRCW Team! Thank you so much for your support for PRCW and this worthy cause! We still have a couple more spots for volunteers - please email PRCW if you would like more information. |
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April : Game Night TBA
Game night (bring your partner!)
April: Neda Walk Sunday 4/30 at 9:00 a.m.
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Be an Angel Warrior
The Park Ridge Community Women will host its third NEDA Walk on Sunday, April 30, 2023, from 9 a.m. to noon at Centennial Park in the spirit of reaching people of all ages that struggle with disordered eating. Despite their prevalence, eating disorders are still widely misunderstood and an underfunded mental illness that affect millions of individuals and families every day. Funds raised directly support the National Eating Disorders Association’s (NEDA) prevention and support programs, such as the NEDA Helpline and the eating disorder screening tool resources, as well as the Association's resources, advocacy efforts, and research initiatives. Learn more at http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org.
Many of us know somebody who's been affected by an eating disorder and the disruptions it caused. Getting information into the hands of people affected by an eating disorder can give them help and hope for recovery and a productive life. By supporting the PRCW’s NEDA Walk, you are also helping people to speak about them, to destigmatize them, to get us get closer to a world without eating disorders.
Please consider supporting the PRCW NEDA Walk today – every dollar we raise makes a difference!
1 – Make a tax-deductible donation to NEDA on the PRCW’s Angel Warriors Team Page
2 - Sign up to walk with the PRCW Angel Warriors Team and make a donation – use link provided in #1.
3 – Organize a team and sign up with NEDA to fundraise and participate in the Park Ridge NEDA Walk - https://nedawalk.org/parkridge2023
If you have questions, please contact Mary Allen, PRCW’s Angel Warriors team captain and the NEDA Walk coordinator at mlsa3725@yahoo.com.
The Park Ridge Community Women will host its third NEDA Walk on Sunday, April 30, 2023, from 9 a.m. to noon at Centennial Park in the spirit of reaching people of all ages that struggle with disordered eating. Despite their prevalence, eating disorders are still widely misunderstood and an underfunded mental illness that affect millions of individuals and families every day. Funds raised directly support the National Eating Disorders Association’s (NEDA) prevention and support programs, such as the NEDA Helpline and the eating disorder screening tool resources, as well as the Association's resources, advocacy efforts, and research initiatives. Learn more at http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org.
Many of us know somebody who's been affected by an eating disorder and the disruptions it caused. Getting information into the hands of people affected by an eating disorder can give them help and hope for recovery and a productive life. By supporting the PRCW’s NEDA Walk, you are also helping people to speak about them, to destigmatize them, to get us get closer to a world without eating disorders.
Please consider supporting the PRCW NEDA Walk today – every dollar we raise makes a difference!
1 – Make a tax-deductible donation to NEDA on the PRCW’s Angel Warriors Team Page
2 - Sign up to walk with the PRCW Angel Warriors Team and make a donation – use link provided in #1.
3 – Organize a team and sign up with NEDA to fundraise and participate in the Park Ridge NEDA Walk - https://nedawalk.org/parkridge2023
If you have questions, please contact Mary Allen, PRCW’s Angel Warriors team captain and the NEDA Walk coordinator at mlsa3725@yahoo.com.
May GM: New Member Lunch TBA
New member brunch details to follow!
Continuing- Philanthropic Project!
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Ink Cartridges
We are still collecting ink cartridges - please drop off your empties (and your friend's and family's, too!) at either Mary's (234 Belle Plaine) or Rita's (908 S Delphia). We are helping World Exodus Service welcome a refugee family whom is expecting a baby boy in December by donating infant supplies. Please see the attached list of needed items and sign up to purchase one. Donations can be dropped off on Mary’s porch at 234 Belle Plaine until November 18. Link to Google Sheet with supplies And while you are dropping that off…we are collecting empty ink jet cartridges again! Planet Green remanufactures ink cartridges using the original manufacturer’s cartridge. They will pay us for every 20 empties we send them and our last batch earned us $78! Collect them from family and friends too! |
Past events:
February GM: "Grease" at Pickwick Thursday 2/9 6:30 p.m.
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It was fun to see John Travolta with a full head of hair and realize how risqué some of the humor was! Much more fun to see it on the big screen with friends and a full theater than streaming on a TV at home! Thanks to everyone who came out!
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December GM "Holiday Party!" Thursday 12/8 7:30 p.m.
Great event! The "infamous" gift exchange was a blast!
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Merry Christmas &
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November GM "BINGO!" Thursday 11/10 7:30 p.m.
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Bar Bingo at Moretti's
Loads of fun by everyone! |
Spooky Sweets & Haunted Hors d'oeuvres 10/21 7:30-10:00 p.m.
We had a "ghoulishly" fun time!
Support the Girls- Donate & Dinner: 9/8 7:00-10:00 p.m.
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Support the Girls - Donate & Dinner
Bring your gently used bras to donate and stay to chat over wine and appetizers Sweet N Tart - 112 S Prospect Park Ridge, IL 60068 |
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September Wine Styles: 9/8 6:30 p.m.
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We had a lovely gathering at Wine Styles for our monthly general meeting.
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August Margarita Party: 8/26 6:30 p.m.
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Looks like the Margarita party
was a fun filled night! 
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August Concert in the Park: 8/12 6:30-10:00 p.m.
PRCW LADIES Thank you all for your help last Friday night at the Hodges Park Concert. We raised a fantastic $3,524, all given to Park Ridge Fine Arts Society (PRFAS) for future concerts. PRFAS expressed their thanks to PRCW for our efforts in this annual event. All our ladies in pink did a magnificent job of soliciting donations, compiling baskets, organizing, transporting, documenting, and most importantly selling tickets the night of to achieve this result.
And thanks to the PRCW husbands who helped set up canopies, light up our space and for always being supportive.
And thanks to the PRCW husbands who helped set up canopies, light up our space and for always being supportive.
GENEROUS DONORS
Special thanks to all our local donors
who make this event possible!
We appreciate you!
Ash & Willow Eco Salon
Athleta - Park Ridge
Elements Massage
FFC - Fitness Formula Clubs
IDIQ
Mel’s Craft BBQ
Park Ridge Park District
Soulful Prairies
WineStyles Norwood Park
PRCW Families
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July Dinner at Nonna Sylvia's!: 7/21 7:00 p.m.
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We met for a delightful evening of food and fun!
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June GM: Salad Supper: 6/9 6:30 p.m.
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Summer Salad/App/Dessert Fun
We will met for a potluck dinner dinner at Gretchen's home to celebrate the start of summer. Thanks for hosting Gretchen is was a lovely evening! |
May Kids Above All: Diaper Drive donations due by 5/14
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We had a second opportunity to help others in need this month. The non-profit Kids Above All is holding a Diaper Drive and PRCW will be collecting diapers and wipes to donate to this cause. You can dropn them off before May 14th or bring them to our Feed My Starving Children night .
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May Feed My Starving Children: 5/11 7-8:45 p.m.
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FMSC does a great job of making giving back a fun social event. We will work as a group to make nutritious meal packs for children all over the world.
We committed to FMSC that we will have 15 volunteers. |
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April New Members Lunch: 4/30 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
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The New Member Brunch was held on Saturday, April 30th at 11:00 a.m. Welcome to our New Members!
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April Neda Feeding Hope Walk: 4/23 10:00 a.m.
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NEDA is the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serving as a catalyst for prevention, cures, and access to quality care, with a much needed 24-7 Help Line that has spiked 108% in call volumes the past year. By joining our team, you will be supporting the thousands of people who rely on NEDA’s programs and resources every day.
Five years ago, Mary's daughter Veronica died of an eating disorder, a disease of the brain that stole her adult years and interfered with so many personal and professional opportunities. She never wants her death to be in vain, which is why she has organized this opportunity for us to raise funds, awareness and hope. |
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March St. Paddy's Dinner: 3/14 7:00-10:00
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Our green beer days may be behind us, but it still was fun to share a St. Patrick's Day toast with friends. And where better in Park Ridge than the Harp & Fiddle?
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December GM: Can't Miss Holiday Party 12/9 7:30-10:00
Always a festive, fun and feisty night! Save the date for our Annual Holiday Party and Gift Exchange - Thursday, December 9th at 7:30, at Sweet & Tart in Uptown Park Ridge. Food will be provided and drinks will be available from their (cash) bar. With safety in mind, we will be in a private room and all guests must be vaccinated (masks will be welcomed, but not required).
Bring a wrapped, $25 holiday themed gift, and we will each pick/steal/keep someone else's present! Rob your neighbor in style! Bring the gift everyone wants to steal!
It would be great to see our new members and we welcome those we haven't seen in a while!
Bring a wrapped, $25 holiday themed gift, and we will each pick/steal/keep someone else's present! Rob your neighbor in style! Bring the gift everyone wants to steal!
It would be great to see our new members and we welcome those we haven't seen in a while!
*November: Chili Cook-off: Sunday-11/ 14 1:00- 4:00 p.m.
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*Sunday, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
What’s your secret ingredient?? Whip up a batch of your favorite chili or perhaps try a new recipe and put it to the test at PRCW’s CHILI COOK OFF!! *Due to poor weather conditions this event had to be cancelled this year. It was to be outside to honor covid safety measures. This yearly "couples" event will return next year! Have your top secret recipes ready... |
October GM: Spooky Sweets Swap 10/14 7:30pm-9:30pm
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Spooky Sweets Swap & Contest
Bake a Halloween themed dessert (or decorate something store-bought) and bring enough to share. We will display and sample everyone's creations and after we are "sampled out" we will vote on the top desserts - based on presentation and taste. The entries with the most votes will win a prize! At the end of the night everybody in attendance can fill a platter of desserts to take home with them and we will donate any leftover treats. Please have the desserts served in individual portions and avoid desserts that need to be refrigerated. If you are not a baker - no problem! Just come to taste and vote and bring an appetizer if you don't want to come empty handed. We welcome all who are vaccinated to attend. Feel free to wear a mask if that makes you more comfortable. |
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer: 7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Sat. Oct. 2nd, 2021
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events raise money for the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives from breast cancer and raise awareness about breast cancer prevention. We will be organizing a group to walk the new route in Northbrook. It is a well run event and an easy way to support this great cause. Plus we always have a nice time walking together! Please use the link below to sign up and get all the details. If you cannot attend the walk, please consider donating on our team page to such a worthy cause!
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September General Meeting: WineStyles Thursday, Sept. 9th at 7:30 p.m.
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This meeting was held on Thursday, Sept 9 at 7:30pm, a wine tasting at WineStyles in Norwood Park - always a group favorite! We will have a private room and 6 wines to sample. The cost per person will be $15 and you can pay at the event. If you are not a wine drinker (like me) you can still come and enjoy the company (no fee). Keep your eye out for an Evite later this week. Please RSVP as we will need to give them a definite number of attendees. Will be a fun night! Hope to see you there & bring a friend!
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August General Meeting: Margarita Party! Friday, Aug. 20th at 7:30 p.m.
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This was a meeting not to miss! Come join fellow PRCW members and friends as we toast the end of summer and share stories of our summer adventures. This year we are moving the meeting to a Friday night, August 20th so save the date! The Board will be providing appetizers and margaritas. We encourage you to bring a friend to introduce them to our group!
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July Concert in the Park is back! 7/30 at 6:30 p.m.
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Please come join us for our Annual Fundraiser on Friday, July 30th in Hodges Park. We will be selling raffle tickets to concert-goers for themed gift baskets to benefit the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society. Thanks to generous donations from members and businesses, we have several baskets and we just need members to sell raffle tickets that night. Please sign up for a shift using the link below.
Look for our pink balloons and our special roped off area for PRCW members and friends. Wear pink if you can! Bring some friends, help sell tickets, and enjoy a great night together. |
June General Meeting: Salad Supper 6/17 at 7:00 p.m.
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Time to kick off summer with our annual Salad Supper--in person! Please join us at the home of Debbie W. on Thursday, June 17th at 7:00pm - always a great turnout with some delicious food! Please bring either a salad or your favorite appetizer to share and if you choose, a beverage of your choice. If you are pressed for time and cannot make something - pick up a quick sweet treat to bring! Look for the evite in your inbox to RSVP.
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PRCW Board Installed! 8/19/20
The new PRCW Board was installed at our August Board meeting. The Board meets 3-4 times a year to plan events and support PRCW. Please congratulate our new Board members for 2020-21:
Co-Presidents: Anne Dempsey and Jennifer Briggs
Vice President: Kim Biederman
Past President: Kimberly Walters
Treasurer: Val McCarrick
Secretary: Laura Daehler
Membership: Kimberly Walters
Publicity: Amy Noble
Outreach: Debbie Walton
Philanthropy: Mary Allen
Social: Barb Versino
Newsletter: Gretchen Barina
Co-Presidents: Anne Dempsey and Jennifer Briggs
Vice President: Kim Biederman
Past President: Kimberly Walters
Treasurer: Val McCarrick
Secretary: Laura Daehler
Membership: Kimberly Walters
Publicity: Amy Noble
Outreach: Debbie Walton
Philanthropy: Mary Allen
Social: Barb Versino
Newsletter: Gretchen Barina
Unless otherwise noted, PRCW general meetings are typically held at 7:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month. Please email PRCW for the address if none is provided for an event held at a member's home.
Upcoming events are listed on our calendar below. Please email PRCW for the address if none is provided for an event held at a member's home or call our membership director Jennifer at 630-631-2372.