n Holly Jolly Trolley
Dec. 12
Immanuel Hall
320 S. Grant St.
http://www.hinsdalehistory.org
Enjoy a trolley ride to view village lights, “Nutcracker” performances by Salt Creek Ballet Company dancers, meet and greet with the ballerinas and a cookie or refreshment. Attendees must attend at the time slot purchased. Proceeds benefit the Hinsdale Historical Society. Time: 5 to 9 p.m. Tickets: $45, free for infants up to age 1 who will sit on a parent’s lap.
n Clothing and Winterwear Drive
Through Dec. 17
Hinsdale Central
5500 S. Grant St.
Donation gently used clothes to USAGain in support of Repurposing for Ecology Club and to bring awareness for Homelessness Awareness Month for Habitat for Humanity Service Club. Drop donations in boxes at the circle drive or Grant Street entrance.
n Gavin Coyle: A Celtic Christmas
Dec. 20
McAninch Arts Center
College of DuPage
421 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn
(630) 942-4000
Revel in the holiday spirit with award-winning recording artist Gavin Coyle as he brings his annual “A Celtic Christmas” back to the MAC. Sing along with Gavin and his band as they perform traditional holiday favorites from America and Ireland. Ticket proceeds benefit People’s Resource Center, a local nonprofit serving DuPage County since 1975. Time: 8 p.m. Tickets: $40.
n Rally for a Clause
Dec. 24
Net Game
145 Plaza Drive, Westmont
Six-time Grand Slam semifinalist Caroline Dolehide will host this pickleball contest, which is the inaugural event of the Chicago Style Foundation. Participants will enjoy pickleball, prizes, raffles, food, drinks and a paddle raise auction. Proceeds support the Love Like Sean Foundation and Chicago Youth Centers. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Tickets: $100, $50 for students, military, first responders and teachers.
n Tree of Remembrance
Through Jan. 1
Lincoln and First streets, Hinsdale
http://www.adventhealth.com/hospice-care/adventhealth-st-thomas-hospice
Advent Health St. Thomas Hospice’s Tree of Remembrance will stand outside of BMO Harris Bank from Thanksgiving through the new year. Community members are invited to make a donation and have a loved one’s name listed on the boards beside the tree. Visit the website listed above for details.
n Hinsdale Humane Society Gift Shop
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
Find the perfect gift for an animal-lover at the Hinsdale Humane Society Pet Rescue and Resource Center online gift shop and help raise money to care for homeless animals. T-shirts, hoodies, mugs, beanies, water bottles are more are available for the humans on the gift list. Purchases help the organization care for the animals at the shelter.
n Sponsor a Homeless Animal
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
Animal sponsorships are a great way to support homeless animals and a great gift idea. For a minimum sponsorship of $50, recipients will help provide care for an animal of their choosing, receive a personalized gift sponsorship certificate with the pet’s photo and an optional listing on the society’s website ,. Sponsorships can be purchased online. Questions? Call (630) 323-5630 or send an email to [email protected].
