Cloztalk Events Calendar

Center for Success Network: Book Paw-ty
2025-09-13 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Orion Oaks Dog Park, 1200 Joslyn Road, Orion, MI, 48360, United States
Mark your calendars for a day of reading, pet-loving fun, and unforgettable memories. It’s the ultimate Book Paw-ty you won’t want to miss!
Date: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Orion Oaks Dog Park, 1200 Joslyn Road Orion, MI 48360
RSVP: https://forms.gle/VSsaSffjvCE9MBGR7

Prostate Cancer: Protection on Your Plate
2025-09-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | MI
Join Lori Bumbaco, our oncology dietitian, as she discusses the latest research supporting the benefits of a plant-based diet in managing prostate cancer. The program includes a presentation on essential nutrients and foods that promote health, reduce the risk of recurrence and progression, followed by recipe demonstrations featuring simple and delicious meals. Empower yourself with practical knowledge to create a personalized cancer-protective diet for yourself or your loved one.
Presented by: Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian, Cancer Wellness Center

Close the Knowledge Gap: Key Tips for Open Enrollment
2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Remote
This webinar will take the mystery out of the open enrollment process.
Attendees will learn basic health insurance terms and tips for comparing and picking health insurance plans.

September Twistshop (Free & Virtual)
2025-09-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-18 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | MI
Twistshops are art therapy-focused workshops designed to support individuals affected by cancer. These workshops, facilitated by licensed art therapists, provide a safe and supportive space for participants to explore their emotions, reduce stress, and connect with others through creative expression.
Theme & Directive: Introduction to Neurographic art + managing difficult emotions.
Neurographic art is a method that combines art and psychology, designed to help individuals work through challenging emotions and limiting beliefs by engaging in a meditative drawing process. It’s considered a form of art therapy that can be used for stress relief, personal growth, and self-expression

RENEW Your Headshot at Repurpose
2025-09-18 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | REPURPOSE SHOWROOM, 347 W 36TH ST #1602, New York, NY, 10018, United States
Join us on September 18th to refresh your professional image while supporting the next generation of creative talent. Clickhouse is popping up at the Repurpose Showroom for an exclusive headshot event, photographed by a RENEW alum turned professional, mentored by top fashion & celebrity photographer Sophie Elgort.
Your 15 minute session includes one expertly retouched image, plus complimentary makeup touch-ups to ensure you look and feel your best.
Before or after your shoot, browse the showroom’s curated collection of luxury resale pieces-perfect for back-to-school or back-to-work wardrobes-and enjoy personalized styling from Repurpose’s expert team.
Not booking a headshot? You can still stop by to shop, explore the showroom, and bring a friend to join the experience. Just email operations@shoprepurpose.org to RSVP.

Brilliant People: Illuminating Futures, Strengthening Communities
2025-09-18 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Harmonie Club, 311EGrandBlvd, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Detroit’s future is being built—block by block, family by family.
Join us at Brilliant People, Brilliant Detroit’s signature annual celebration, held this year at the historic Harmonie Club! It’s an evening of music, connection, and momentum—where we raise a glass to the families shaping our city’s future and commit to what comes next.
🎟️ Every ticket supports free, high-quality programs for Detroit kids and caregivers.
Since 2016, Brilliant Detroit has welcomed more than 26,000 children and caregivers into neighborhood-based hubs offering year-round programming in education, health, parenting, and community connection. These hubs are run with, for, and by neighbors—and your ticket helps keep their doors open.
Come celebrate what’s working. Come connect with the people making it happen.
Come be brilliant.

Esperanza 2025 Gala | Join us for a night under the stars and make a difference today!
2025-09-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Morgan’s on Fulton, 950 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
At Esperanza Community Services, our mission is to empower people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential and lead fulfilling, independent lives. We strive to achieve this through innovative education, effective advocacy, and compassionate support while fostering a supportive community where everyone can thrive.
On Thursday, September 18, 2025, we will host our annual gala at Morgan’s on Fulton, and we need your help to make it our most impactful event yet! Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Morgan’s on Fulton’s open air rooftop, enjoy an elegant night under the stars featuring: Delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres and open bar, Inspiring artwork by Esperanza artists, A curated silent auction showcasing some of Chicago’s most exclusive experiences and offerings.
All proceeds directly support Esperanza’s mission to empower individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them lead fulfilling, independent lives. Purchase your tickets today to get a first glimpse of how remarkable our community members truly are.
Buy your tickets here: https://events.handbid.com/lp/2025-esperanza-gala/tickets

Races for Faces 2025
2025-09-21 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | PIer 62 at Hudson River Park in NYC, Pier 62 at 23rd St near Chelsea Piers, New York, NY, United States
What is “Races for Faces?”
myFace’s annual 5k fundraising walk and outreach event is a fun-filled day for kids and adults alike – with music, performances, carnival games, a raffle and great prizes!
Most important, Races for Faces is a chance for us to mobilize and come together as a diverse community of individuals, families, friends, corporations, healthcare providers, and community advocates to raise the funds and awareness needed to benefit the craniofacial community.

JPA All in for Kids Golf Outing
2025-09-22 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Royal Melbourne Country Club, 4700 Royal Melbourne Drive, Long Grove, IL, 60047, United States
JPA’s annual “All in for Kids” Golf Outing is on Monday, September 22, 2025, at the beautiful Royal Melbourne Country Club in Long Grove, IL. More than just a day on the course, this event is your chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of Chicago’s children. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just along for the putts and laughs, it’s a day filled with camaraderie, community, and purpose, all in support of JPA’s mission! By sponsoring or participating, you’re helping us drive change, chip in for a cause, and tee up a brighter future for our youth, one swing at a time.

Northwest CASA Pumpkin Dash 5K
2025-09-28 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Busse Woods – Grove 27, Elk Grove Village, IL, 60007, United States
Take a Step for Survivors and Join Northwest CASA for our 4th annual Pumpkin Dash 5k fun run! In the last 12 months, Northwest CASA served over 550 survivors of sexual harm in NW Cook County. Continue these important programs in your community by registering for the Pumpkin 5K, today!

The Great Chicago Furniture Bank
2025-09-28 09:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 2137 W Walnut St., 2137 W Walnut St., Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
Bed Race Summary
Get ready, Chicago — our city’s most outrageous new tradition is here! The Great Chicago Bed Race is the Chicago Furniture Bank’s first annual high-energy, high-impact fundraiser where teams of 5+ people build and race rolling bed frames to support a serious cause: ending furniture poverty.
Teams will transform bed frames (provided by CFB) into custom racers and go head-to-head down a stretch of road in a hilarious, fast-paced competition. With prizes for speed, creativity, and team spirit—plus food, drinks, and fun for all—this is more than just a race. It’s a celebration of home, dignity, and community.
All proceeds help the Chicago Furniture Bank furnish homes for individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness.
Let’s turn the streets into a raceway—and empty rooms into homes.
How it Works:
Teams of five—four runners and one lucky rider—race a twin bed on wheels down a 75-yard track in a fast and fun competition!
Whether you’re a local business, group of friends, or family team, you’re invited to bring the energy and the creativity. Teams decorate their beds and dress up to compete not just for speed, but also for the coveted Best Dressed award.
Even better? Each team raises funds to help furnish homes for Chicagoans in need—making a lasting impact with every lap.
Bed Race Fast Facts
Goals: (1) To provide racers with a fun-filled event, (2) spread awareness about the Chicago Furniture Bank, and (3) fundraise to furnish 4,000 homes for local families in need.
Teams: Teams can be made of any 5+ people. Racing teams consist of 4 pushers and one rider. Teams are encouraged to dress up and decorate their beds in theme. No pre-work required of teams besides registering, but fundraising is encouraged. Beds are provided.
Price: Teams are $250 total, $50 for each person. The fee goes towards the mission of the Furniture Bank.
Date & Location:
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Midwest Coast Brewing, Chicago
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Understanding Clinical Trials: Facts, Myths, and the Power of Informed Choice
2025-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | MI
Join Medical Oncologist, Dr. Chavez Mac Gregor, for an informative webinar designed to demystify clinical trials and empower individuals affected by cancer to make informed decisions about participation. This lecture will provide a clear overview of what clinical trials are, explore the potential benefits and drawbacks, and address common misconceptions that often surround the topic.
Program is in partnership with Susan G. Komen

What Should I Know About Medicare? – Part 1
2025-10-09 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Remote
Get ready for open enrollment! Learn about the different parts of Medicare, Medigap, and Medicare Advantage. We’ll share strategies for the important decisions you can make this fall. We’ll also share tips for using Medicare’s Plan Finder, as well as explain how to compare options using our Medicare Options Comparison Worksheet.

2025 Phoenix Clinic Happy Hour FriendRaiser
2025-10-10 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Simone’s, 960 W 18th. St., Chicago, IL, 60608, United States
On Friday, October 10, we’ll honor World Mental Health Day AND…
Phoenix Clinic Chicago’s FriendRaiser 2025!
October 10, 2025
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Simone’s, 960 W. 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608
Just like every year, we’re excited to mix, mingle, and fellowship with tried, true, and new friends as we celebrate the strides toward mental wellness for all. This year’s theme and panel, From Isolation to Connection: Crossing Sector and Sparking Change, is sure to be a dynamic opportunity to collaborate and continue to build together. In our efforts to continue to be equitable and inclusive, we’ve set up tiers for your tickets so that YOU can decide your contribution towards the mission of the clinic. No matter the ticket, your first drink is on us, and there will be other drinks and food for purchase!!
Tickets are on sale NOW!
So, purchase your ticket below, put us in your calendar for Friday, October 10, and come have a laugh and a drink with us. We can’t wait to see you!

Kintsugi Village Grand Opening
2025-10-11 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | MI
Join us for a joyful celebration of community, creativity and connection at the official grand opening of Kintsugi Village—a one-of-a-kind space where education, the arts, food and a garden come together under one roof.
​• Delicious local food
• Live music
• Guided tours of the space
• Activities for all ages
• A celebration of the people who made this possible
​Everyone is welcome and admission is free, we just need a headcount. Please include your family, friends & colleagues.
​We can’t wait to welcome you to the Village!

Keeping Families Covered - Casino Night
2025-10-11 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Wild Onion Brewery, 22221 N. Pepper Rd., Lake Barrington, IL, 60010, United States
Keeping Families Covered is hosting a Casino Night on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 6-10pm, at the Wild Onion Brewery in Barrington. Join us for games, food, drinks, music, and fun! This event not only raises funds for our programs, but also builds awareness about the important work we do for individuals and families in our community. Your support will help us continue to provide essentials like diapers, period supplies, and incontinence products to those who need them most. Dress code for this event is business casual. Ample parking is available at the venue. Tickets include food, open bar, and casino games. Only 200 tickets will be sold for this event, so grab them early to reserve your spot!

Grainger Female Strong Camp
2025-10-13 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Grainger, 100 Grainger Parkway, Lake Forest, IL, 60045
Join us at Grainger exciting Female Strong Camp! This one-day camp will include:
Exploring goal making & risk taking!
Engaging with other girls about building confidence, sparking their passions, and discovering themselves!
Learning how to brainstorm business ideas, develop a business plan, and confidently pitch their concepts!
Building a ‘mood board’ with materials provided by Paper Source!
This event is generously sponsored by Grainger!
100 Grainger Parkway
Lake Forest, IL 60045

Make Your Voice Heard: Strategies for Speaking Out
2025-10-14 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MI
📣 Your voice matters! Join us on October 14 | 10–11AM for Make Your Voice Heard with Kellie Sain, owner of The Konnector Personal Management Services. Don’t miss it—sign up today

Lorenzo's House 'We Bring Light' Event
2025-10-16 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | MI
Lorenzo’s House ‘WE BRING LIGHT’ Chicago Event
Join our inspiring annual event, in Chicago, to raise awareness & funds to empower the sons, daughters, children and their families of younger-onset dementia.
Thursday, October 16th
5:30pm – 8:00pm
The Wintrust Building
Grand Banking Hall
231 S. LaSalle Street
Chicago, IL

Triage Cancer Conference
2025-10-18 10:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Remote
Triage Cancer® offers a series of FREE educational conferences on cancer-related topics including navigating finances, health and disability insurance, employment rights, advocacy, and more. Conferences are designed for individuals diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, advocates, and oncology health care professionals.* This event covers key information needed to help navigate practical issues, minimize the financial burden of a cancer diagnosis, and reduce stress. Join us for a day of FREE education, games, prizes, and more!

American Transplant Foundation's 20th Anniversary Celebration
2025-10-24 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | The Cable Center, 2000 Buchtel Blvd S, Denver, CO, 80210, United States
For two decades, the ATF has been a champion for those whose lives have been touched by organ transplantation. We’ve provided critical financial assistance, emotional support, and educational resources to transplant recipients, living donors, and their families, helping to turn medical miracles into realities.
Join us in The Cable Center on October 24th, 2025 for this special anniversary event, beginning with a reception with sunset views and an open bar! Enjoy complimentary drinks and delicious food as you mingle with fellow supporters and celebrate the ATF’s impact.
Then, join us for our popular Trivia for Life — an evening dedicated to celebrating life, the incredible impact of organ donation, and the legacy of our founder, Steve Farber.
Your participation helps the ATF continue its mission to save and improve lives. Let’s celebrate two decades of miracles together!

Exquisite Corpse Ball
2025-10-24 18:30 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | Beat Kitchen, 2100 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Join us at the 2024 Exquisite Corpse Ball for another Intonation Music fundraiser!
with:
The Good, Kid Million, Daytonics, Tyrannosaurus R., Simotronics
Fri Oct 24
Doors: 6:30 PM / Show: 7:30 PM
17+

YTB Group Event with NJ Devils Hockey
2025-10-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ, 07102, United States
Wear CLOZTALK and join friends of YTB/ Youth ARE for NHL Hockey excitement as the NJ Devils host the Colorado Avalanche. Sunday, Oct 26, 2025, 1:00pm EST at The Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ 07102. Tickets $57.93 (includes fees), Section 232, Rows 6, 7, 8.
https://gofevo.com/event/youthare25

Advocating for Great Lakes Stewardship
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MI
Advocating for Great Lakes Stewardship wraps up our Civic Engagement Series! Join Zoe Zeerip, Business Coordinator at the Great Lakes Business Alliance, for an inspiring workshop you won’t want to miss.

A Benefit For the Bank- Chicago Furniture Bank's 3rd Annual Gala
2025-11-07 18:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Venue West, 221 N Paulina, Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
SAVE THE DATE
A Benefit For The Bank returns! Join us on Friday, November 7th at Venue West (221 N Paulina Street) to celebrate the work the Chicago Furniture Bank and its partners have done to eliminate furniture poverty in Chicagoland!
Visit the event site for more information and to see photos from last year’s gala.
Tickets will be available soon!

A Benefit For the Bank- Chicago Furniture Bank's 3rd Annual Gala
2025-11-07 18:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Venue West, 221 N Paulina, Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
Chicago Furniture Bank’s 3rd Annual Gala
A Benefit for the Bank
This year’s gala shines a spotlight on a hidden crisis: furniture poverty.
When individuals and families exit homelessness, too many move into empty spaces without beds, tables, or the basic comforts of home. The Chicago Furniture Bank exists to change that.
Join us for a powerful evening of celebration, storytelling, and impact—supporting our mission to furnish homes, restore dignity, and build long-term housing stability for thousands of our neighbors.
Event Details:
Friday, November 7, 2025
6:00–11:00 PM
Venue West | 221 N. Paulina St., Chicago, IL 60612
Celebrate:
The thousands of homes we’ve furnished and the clients we’ve served this year.
Reflect:
The life-changing impact of a furnished home on individuals and families.
Commit:
To continue your support of CFB and help grow the impact we have in our community.
What to Expect:
An open bar with signature furniture-inspired cocktails
Appetizers, dinner, and dessert
Hear from CFB staff, partners, and clients
An auction and a paddle raise
Music, dancing, and networking with fellow CFB supporters
We can’t wait to see you in November!
For questions or more information, please get in touch with Elle Ullum at elle@chicagofurniturebank.org.

Epic Exchange: Coffee Chat for Cancer Community
2025-11-11 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Jack’s Bar and Grill/ Steamers Coffee, 8565 Five Parks Dr # 100, Arvada, CO, 80005, United States
Colorado cancer survivors and caregivers, join us for an Epic Exchange!
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 8:30 AM
Jack’s Bar and Grill / Steamers Coffee
Arvada, CO
*We’ll meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month
Join Epic Exchange, a welcoming community of adult cancer thrivers who understand what it’s like to hear the words “You have cancer.” Together, we create a supportive space to share—whether it’s victories, challenges, or anything in between.
Share as much or as little as you’d like. Whether your diagnosis was last month or 30 years ago, you are welcome here.
Your host, Nancy Ferro aka Mama Lou is the founder of Epic Experience and will warmly welcome everyone, help guide conversation, and foster meaningful connection.
Grab a coffee, tea, or bite downstairs, then join us upstairs for conversation and community.
Register: https://forms.gle/vNitaNqjJqR9RugP9

Local First Workshop | Get a Grip on Your Business: Learn Six Keys to Getting What You Want From Your Entrepreneurial Company
2025-11-12 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Fancy Real Estate, 1015 Godfrey Ave SW MI, Grand Rapids, 49503, United States
Join us for our upcoming Local First Workshop where Chris Heileman, Business Coach and Certified EOS Implementer will be sharing more information on how the Entrepreneurial Operating System is designed to help leaders address and solve these common frustrations with a set of simple, powerful tools.
Chris will support you on:
Understand the six keys to build a truly great organization
Learn how to get everyone focused on achieving a clear company vision
Begin to instill discipline and accountability throughout the organization
Roll up your sleeves and confront organizational issues head-on
Strengthen your business and produce powerful results
Attendees will walk away with valuable tools that you and your leadership team can use to focus on priorities, gain clarity on issues, and gain traction together; as a healthier leadership team.
This is a Local First workshop opportunity and is free for members to attend! Refreshments and treats will be provided. Please select the appropriate ticket option when checking out and contact our team with any questions.
Click here for tickets.
Agenda:
8:00AM | Event Opens | Networking
8:15AM | Welcome | Introductions & Remarks
8:20AM | Workshop Leader: Chris Heileman
9:40AM| Q + A
10:00AM | Workshop Ends | Networking
Host Highlight:
Thank you, Fancy Real Estate, for hosting this workshop!
Speaker Bio:
As a former CEO, Chris Heileman understands the frustrations business leaders face. When he led an organization of 650 team members, he had a vision for the business, but no clear way to communicate that vision to his team.
But when the company began implementing EOS, his entire mindset shifted. He learned that it is possible to align your team with your company goals. It’s possible to delegate more of your role to others. And it’s possible to get everyone going in the right direction.
As a result, it helped them get to the root cause of their frustrations, solve their issues, and revolutionize the way they did business.
Chris’ experience with EOS is more than just theory. He’s lived it. And he was so blown away by the process that he became an EOS Implementer himself. As an Implementer, Chris is fueled by his passion for understanding the nuances of each business he works with. He’s coached organizations large and small–professional services to construction and more–using an approach that comes from experiencing EOS firsthand.
Tired of feeling stuck in the same systems and routines and getting no further than you were before? Talk to Chris. He’s been there, and he can help you revolutionize the way your business operates.
