Les Turner ALS Foundation

NCAA Bracket Challenge for Charity
2018-03-06, 2018-03-07, 2018-03-08, 2018-03-09, 2018-03-10, 2018-03-11, 2018-03-12, 2018-03-13 and 2 more dates
Buy your bracket to take part in supporting the Foundation through March Madness. Your purchase earns you entry to the kickoff party on Wednesday, March 7 at The Scout Waterhouse.

NCAA Bracket Challenge for Charity Kickoff Party
2018-03-07 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | The Scout, 1301 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago , IL, United States
Join us at The Scout Waterhouse, Chicago to kickoff March Madness!

Leprechaun Leap
2018-03-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Lloyd Beach, Winnetka
Can’t wait for the beach season to start? You are in luck! Join the Winnetka Park District and the Les Turner ALS Foundation for a quick leap in Lake Michigan to celebrate St. Patty’s Day and support ALS research. A portion of the registration fees will be given to the Les Turner ALS Foundation, and all participants have the opportunity to raise money for their leap which will be donated directly to the foundation. Stick around after your brave leap for free refreshments and fun by the bon fires along the beach. All ages are welcome to participate.
Fees: $32 Winnetka Residents / $42 Non-Residents
Shirt Registration Deadline: February 23
Presenting Business Partner: First Bank & Trust

Shamrock Shuffle Health & Fitness Expo
2018-03-23 10:00 - 20:00, 2018-03-24 09:00 - 18:00 | McCormick Place, West Building, Skyline Ballroom, 2301 South Indiana Ave., Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
Celebrate the spring running season at the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K Health & Fitness Expo. The Health & Fitness Expo features exhibiting companies, offering runners and walkers the latest in footwear, apparel, nutrition and technology. The Expo is free and open to public.
At the Expo, Team Race for ALS participants must pick up their packet and materials: timing devices (for 8K), event bib number, Nike participant running shirt and other Les Turner merchandise. Be sure to stop by the Les Turner ALS Foundation booth to meet your Team Race for ALS coordinator and fellow teammates!
For questions regarding the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Health & Fitness Expo, contact events@lesturnerals.org

Wheaton Support Group
2018-03-24 10:30 - 12:00, 2018-04-28 10:30 - 12:00, 2018-05-26 10:30 - 12:00, 2018-06-23 10:30 - 12:00 | Marianjoy Rehab Center, 26 W 171 Roosevelt Road, Wheaton, IL, 60187, United States
*Meets the fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30am-12pm
Support group meetings are open to patients, family members, caregivers and friends. Each facility is wheelchair accessible and offers free parking. We request that you RSVP if you are planning to attend any of these meetings to assure there is availability. Alternatively, if no one responds, meetings will not be held.
Please contact Judy Richman at jrichman@lesturnerals.org or 847 679 3311 to RSVP, for more information on any support groups or meetings, or to be placed on our support group mailing list.
Facilitator(s): Ileane Mindel, RN and Elsa Cherwak, PT

Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K
2018-03-25 06:00 - 13:00
Run with Team Race for ALS in the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle to continue the St. Patrick’s Day celebration and kick off the running season in Chicago. The 8K (4.97-mile) run and 2 mile walk is a longstanding tradition in Chicago with scenic course routes, starting and finishing in Grant Park.
To register, contact events@lesturnerals.org
For more information visit lesturnerals.org/events/team-race-for-als

Pure Barre Donation Class
2018-03-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Pure Barre, River North, Chicago
Attend this Pure-Barre class where proceeds are donated to the Les Turner ALS Foundation.

Chicago Support Group
2018-04-05 18:30 - 20:00, 2018-05-03 18:30 - 20:00, 2018-06-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2018-07-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Saint Xavier University, Shannon Center 2nd floor conference room, Saint Xavier University, Shannon Center 2nd floor conference room, Chicago, IL, 60655, United States
*Meets the First Thursday of each month from 6:30pm – 8pm
Support group meetings are open to patients, family members, caregivers and friends. Each facility is wheelchair accessible and offers free parking. We request that you RSVP if you are planning to attend any of these meetings to assure there is availability. Alternatively, if no one responds, meetings will not be held.
Please contact Judy Richman at jrichman@lesturnerals.org or 847 679 3311 to RSVP, for more information on any support groups or meetings, or to be placed on our support group mailing list.

"Fools for Love" Tribute Show
2018-04-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Rock House of Glenview, 1742 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL, 60025, United States
A dramatic/musical tribute to Sam Shepard. $5 suggested ticket donation.

Chipotle Fundraiser
2018-05-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Chipotle, Route 83, Elmhurst, IL
50% of sales will go to the Les Turner ALS Foundation when you mention the Foundation or present a digital or paper flyer!

Grayslake Lacrosse vs ALS
2018-05-11 16:30 - 19:00 | Grayslake North High School, 1925 N Illinois 83, Grayslake, IL, 60030, United States
On Friday, May 11th, the Grayslake North High School and Grayslake Central High School lacrosse teams are holding their first annual Grayslake Lacrosse vs ALS Awareness Night in honor of Coach Tim Paust.
On game day, 100+ Grayslake High School lacrosse players, youth participants and community members will take part in this special night, in recognition of Tim and his tireless energy and passion for the youth of Grayslake and the great sport of lacrosse.
JV Game begins at 4:30pm
Varsity Game begins at 6:00pm
Support:

Grayslake Central Lacrosse Team
Grayslake North Lacrosse Team
Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser: Everyone is welcome to join for dinner after the game at Buffalo Wild Wing’s, where a portion of the sales will go towards the fight against ALS.

18th Annual Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk
2018-05-19 08:00 - 13:00 | Maple School, 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL, United States
Since 2001, the Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk has been a generous Family & Community Event and supporter of those affected by ALS–attracting thousands of participants and volunteers since its inception. Held at Maple School– the run proves to be one of Northbrook’s signature community events.
Started in honor of Maple School teacher Lew Blond who passed away from ALS in 2000, the race serves as an outlet for students and loved ones to cherish his memory.
To register visit lewblondrun.org
For questions, contact events@lesturnerals.org

Fleet Feet Sports Charity of the Month
2018-06-01 - 2018-06-30
Fleet Feet will promote the Foundation in all of their stores through the month of June and collect donations. Visit one of their seven Chicagoland locations and support one of our valued partners!
Old Town
1706 North Wells Street
Chicago, IL 60614
Lincoln Square
4762 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
South Loop
150 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60605
Lakeview
3359 North Southport Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
Elmhurst
124 East Schiller Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Oak Park
102 North Marlon Street
Oak Park, IL 60301
Deerfield
800 Waukegan Road
Deerfield, IL 60015

Orange Theory Fitness Fundraiser
2018-06-24 14:00 - 15:30 | Orange Theory Fitness Lakeview, 3010 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60657, United States
Join Orange Theory Fitness Lakeview and burn for those who can’t in a charity class for ALS on Sunday, June 24th!
Each participant will also be entered into a raffle for a free registration for the Strike Out ALS 5K on July 17th!

2:00 pm class
