Silver Cross Hospital’s Childerguild hosting 97th annual fundraiser ball

Childerguild, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing women and children’s healthcare services at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, will hold its 97th annual ball on Nov. 21.The fundraiser will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace.Guests will step into the spotlight for a Hollywood-inspired evening of red-carpet glamor, entertainment and celebration.

The Details

The event will begin with cocktails at 6 p.m. and award presentations at 7 p.m., followed by dinner, a live auction, paddle raise, raffle drawing, wine pull, and music from Gentlemen of Leisure. The evening will honor two distinguished leaders whose careers have made a lasting impact on Illinois healthcare: Dr. Philomena Verghese and Illinois Health and Hospital Association President and CEO AJ Wilhelmi. Tickets are $350 per person, including an open bar. Sponsorships are available. Black-tie attire is optional.