Join A Closer Bond Dog School and Melissa with Midwest Canine Massage as she teaches you not only the benefits of canine massage but techniques to use at home. The class is on April 14, 2015 at 6:15 p.m. Call to reserve your spot.847-358-7312, Website 

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Local companies, nonprofits and community members won't want to miss HandsOn Suburban Chicago's  "Be the Change: Celebrate Service" event on April 16th at the Metropolis Ballroom in Arlington Heights. Hear the stories of ten local Service Enterprises, see how companies are stepping up their community investment efforts and be inspired by the work of volunteers. Click here  for more info and registration.

Come celebrate Countryside's 60 Years of serving people with disabilities by attending our Gala! A celebration wouldn't be a celebration without entertainment. So in keeping with our 60 year history, the Legacy Girls will perform hits of the '50s live! This super fun event will be on Friday, April 17, starting at 6:30 p.m., at Chandler's Chophouse (Schaumburg Golf Club), 401 N. Roselle Road, in Schaumburg. Lots of fun auction items, services, and a vacation destination in Belize! Order your tickets through Countryside's website or call (847) 540-3705 or e-mail us.

The Bridge Youth & Family Services Celebrates 50 Years of Service. Their annual gala will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2015. The honorary chair of the event is famed television producer Bill Kurtis, and the event chairs are Diane Hill, Deb Strauss and Michael Strauss. The gala will include a five-star dinner at The Meadows Club in Rolling Meadows, along with silent and live auctions, raffles and dancing to music performed by The Dan Hayes Orchestra. Guests will hear stories recited by volunteers which will paint a picture of how 'The Bridge' has provided vital services to children and families over the last 50 years. Tickets are available online or by contacting The Bridge at (847) 359-7490.

Creative Container Gardening at Knupper Nursery on Saturday, April 25, 2015, at 9 a.m. Tired of planting the same old thing in your pots? Let us help you get creative! This free seminar will introduce you to new ideas on incorporating color, texture and beauty into your pots! For more information contact Knupper Nursery, 1801 N Rand, Palatine. 847-359-1080. Website

Home of the Sparrow cordially invites you and your guests to attend "Give My Regards to Broadway" Annual Gala & Organ Concert. Visit our website for more information on this sell out event held at The Sanfilippo Estate in Barrington Hills, on Saturday, May 16th. Guests attending the event will be welcomed to explore the estate's splendor through self-guided tours, attend the organ concert of Broadway favorites, indulge in butler served hors d'oeuvres, four hours open bar, dinner, auction and more.