Free Release Tuesday: Noble Fool Theatricals reaches out for donations Donate via iGive program and enjoy performances for years to come

Noble Fool Theatricals (4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL; 630-443-0438) team up with iGive to make donating to its organization easier. In a letter sent to their subscriber list and friends, Noble Fool reached out today, requesting that everyone pitch in and donate $25. "Your gift has life-enhancing consequences," they exclaimed and listed ten cute a la "Letterman" reasons why everyone should pitch in. Their goal is to raise $3,125 through this program or 125 individual $25 donations.

"Tickets sales only take up of portion of what it takes to run Noble Fool," said Audra Sybert, Production Manager. We participate in a number of fundraising endeavors and look for corporate sponsorships as well.

All donations for iGive are dispersed among the different areas of Noble Fool Theatricals. The money donated gives children and young adults the opportunity to attend Noble Fool Theatricals’ Performing Arts Academy through a scholarship program, is used for technological advances during the performances to make the viewer’s experience unforgettable and helps the non-profit with retention of its students and performances.

iGive is a free online program that raises funds for Noble Fool Theatricals and other charities through searching or shopping online.

Sign up for iGive at www.iGive.com for no-cost and shop online at more than 700 participating stores in the iGive network. After searching or shopping, Noble Fool Theatricals receives a check for up to 26 percent of each purchase.

About Noble Fool Theatricals
Created in 1988, Noble Fool Theatricals is a charitable non-profit organization that specializes in educating and enhancing the Fox Valley area about Theater. Its mission, as the largest non-profit theater organization in the area, is to create memorable performances through its Performing Arts Academy.

For more information on Noble Fool Theatricals call (630) 443-0438 or visit www.noblefool.org. For more information or to sign up for iGive visit, www.iGive.com.

Free Release Tuesdays at Kurman
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Upcoming Events at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Just because it's the middle of winter doesn't mean there's nothing to do in Chicago! Head to The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum (2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago; 773-755-5100) for upcoming events:

AON Corporate Lecture Presents Gary Hirshberg- Free, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 11
Gary Hirshberg, President and CEO of Stonyfield Farm, discusses how being green can be good for the bottom line and the planet.

Nature Museum FREE Film Series
Discover the gateway to fresh and insightful films focused on sustainability and nature. From arctic animals to electric cards, explore a variety of topics that connect you to the natural world. Feb. 20 features a screening of 'National Parks: America's Best Idea,' which includes a special reception and guest speaker.

The Birth of Coffee- Opens Feb. 12
This compelling photography exhibition sheds light on the complexity of our global food system by allowing visitors to see the origins of coffee. The exhibition is oganized by The Image Expedition and is sponsored by Intelligentsia Coffee and Tea.

National Geographic Crittercam: The World Through Animal Eyes
Animal lovers can watch a great white shark capture its prey, follow penguins as they glide beneath the ice, and experience an ocean voyage with seals. Crittercam is sponsored by Motorala Foundation, Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc., Sidley Austin LLP, and Solomon Cordwell Buenz.

Bunking with Butterflies Overnights
Receive a special discount when you register for the museum's Slumber Party Science Overnight, which takes place Friday, March 19 - Saturday, March 20. The special cost is $30/child, $20/adult (members), or $35/child, $25/adult (non-members). For more information, call (773) 755-5111, ext. 7, or e-mail overnights@naturemuseum.org.

Register for Summer Camp
The museum's two-week programs connect children (ages 4-10) to the wonders of nature through art, storytelling, movement, music, acting, hands-on science activities and live animal encounters. 2010 Summer Camp sessions begins June 21 and run through August 16.

Green City Market
Enjoy the popular farmer's market with seasonal produce, meats, baked goods, and cheeses in the museum's South Gallery. This month's theme, Meat and Potatoes, features a variety of demonstrations from local chefs.

For a full list of upcoming events, visit the museum's site.

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English Goes to the Dogs in Support of Chicago Canine Rescue

Attention dog lovers and partygoers: support the Chicago Canine Rescue 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10 at English (444 N. LaSalle St., Chicago; 312-222-6200). Indulge in appetizers, beer, wine and a silent auction for just $35 at the door.

This event is for partygoers 21 and up only. For more information, visit http://www.chicagocaninerescue.org/.

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Unite 4 Haiti at LaSalle Power Co.

Haiti still needs our help, and this week is your chance to raise money for a good cause while having a good time. Head to Unite 4 Haiti: One City. One Promotion. United for Haiti, benefiting Doctors Without Borders, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4 at LaSalle Power Co. (500 N. LaSalle St., Chicago; 312-661-1122).

With a $20 donation at the door, enjoy live music by: DJ Billy the Kid, DJ Dante the Don, DJ Matt Roan, DJ Rock City, DJ Jordan V, and DJ Alex Rage, including live performances by Chicago's own The RichKiddz, Platinum Events' "Platinum Crue" Dance Troupe, and more.

The hosted bar by Dragon Bleu Vodka and Bottle Green Cordial, with cocktails mixed by guest bartenders: D.C. Crenshaw, host of "Game Time Dine," Natalie Getz, ABC's "The Bachelor," Ginger Zee, Weather Anchor for NBC 5 Chicago, Ryan Chiaverini, Sports Reporter/Anchor for ABC 7 Chicago, Jason Erkes, Chicago Sport & Social, and Justin Jacobson, Platinum Events.

NBC 5 Chicago's Natalie Martinez emcees the event, with complimentary hors d'oeuvres provided Centered Chef, SRO Catering and Big Delicious Planet and cocktails included in the admission price.

Unite 4 Haiti is selling 45 tables and fewer than half of those ramind. Table cost is $250, which includes entry for up to 6 guests and 1 bottle of Dragon Bleu Vodka and mixers. For table reservations, contact Justin at Platinumevents@me.com.

The event also features an SMS Silent Auction of goodies donated from Garrett Popcorn, Jake Melnick's, Atlast CrossFit, Halo for Men, Bonnie & Clyde's, Berry Chill, Windy City Social, AD Edwards, ChicagoPhotoShop.com and LA Fitness. Memento Photobooth provides a photobooth for the event to document the occassion.

Doctors Without Borders i the largest non-government organization operating in Haiti, most recently operating three emergency hospitals in Port-au-Prince. Their immediate response in the first hours following the disaster in Haiti was only possible because of private unrestricted donations from around the world received before the earthquake struck. For more information or to donate online, visit http://doctorswithoutborders.org/.

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