Upcoming Events
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5th/6th District Exec Board Summer Meeting
Join us for the GFWC IL 5th/6th District Executive Board Summer Zoom Meeting on Monday, August 10th at 7pm!
Here's what you can expect at the meeting:
Welcome & Introductions
Discuss goals & vision for the upcoming year
Review upcoming dates
Plan & finalize details for the 5th/6th District Summer Meeting Kickoff on August 24th
Meeting for Officers & Chairwomen | Meeting Materials Will Be Sent Prior to Meeting | Please RSVP by August 8th
Let's Flamingle! 5th/6th District Summer Meeting Kickoff
Join us for the GFWC IL 5th/6th District Summer Meeting Kickoff on Monday, August 24th at the Naperville Woman's Club Clubhouse! Registration opens at 6:00pm and the meeting will begin at 6:30pm.
In addition to sharing important GFWC news & updates, here's what you can expect at the meeting:
Connection: Mix & flamingle with fellow Clubwomen and your new Officers and Chairwomen
Service: Together we'll make a difference by participating in a group service project
Inspiration: Learn more about new & fresh ideas to bring back to your Club
All Clubwomen are welcome | Light snacks & beverages will be served | Please RSVP by Friday, August 21st | Detailed Meeting Materials will be sent one week before the meeting
Special Note: RSVPs help us plan for our meeting and ensure we have enough seats setup, nametags made, handouts printed & and giveaways prepared to create a wonderful meeting experience for all. Kindly RSVP Yes or No and encourage anyone who is planning to attend to RSVP, as well. TYSM!
GFWC IL Fall Statewide Conference
Please join us on Saturday, September 26th in Warrenville, Illinois for the GFWC IL Statewide Conference!
Registration will open at 8:00am. Conference will start promptly at 8:30am and will conclude by 4:00pm.
This energetic one-day conference is for your club president, president- elect, treasurer, project chairmen and any general members who wish to attend. THIS is the conference where we give you all the tools you need to kickoff a great year for your club!
Our state chairmen will be bringing you innovative and creative ways to engage your club members in many areas of service. We will also have a featured speaker from Reclaim 13, an organization that helps to establish a healing pathway for survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation. As this conference is on the International Day of Service, we will be doing a group activity that will support this organization.
Much more to come in the Call to The 2026 Statewide Conference, which will be sent in early August. Register today!
Coffee and donuts will be available as you arrive and a variety of pizzas, salad and drinks will be provided for lunch.
Join Team GFWC IL 5th/6th District Walk to End Alzheimer's
Join Team GFWC IL 5th/6th District Walk to End Alzheimer's
Please join team GFWC IL 5th/6th District in our efforts to fundraise and bring awareness to end Alzheimer’s! The 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's is Sunday, October 4th at 10:00am in Naperville. Here's how YOU can help:
Walk with team GFWC IL 5th/6th District! Encourage your Club to join our team and walk with us (family & friends welcome too!). Don't forget to wear your PURPLE!
Sign up at this link: http://act.alz.org/goto/GFWCIL56
Not a walker? Consider donating to help team GFWC IL 5th/6th District meet our $3,500 Fundraising Goal!
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Event Details:
Schedule of Events: Check-in and event activities @ 8:30 am | Promise Garden and Opening Ceremony @ 9:30 am | Walk @ 10 am
Location: Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium | 455 S Brainard St Naperville, IL 60540
Route Length: 1.3 - 1.5 miles
Questions?! Please email your Team Captain: Hilary Deeke (Hilary.deeke@gmail.com)
5th/6th District Exec Board Fall Meeting
Save the Date for the GFWC IL 5th/6th District Executive Board Fall Zoom Meeting on Monday, October 19th at 7pm!
Save the Date! 5th/6th District Fall Meeting Friendsgiving
Save the Date for the 5th/6th District Fall Meeting Friendsgiving! More details coming soon!
5th/6th District Exec Board Winter Meeting
Save the Date for the GFWC IL 5th/6th District Executive Board Winter Zoom Meeting on Monday, January 25th at 7pm!
Save the Date! 5th/6th District Winter Galentine's Meeting
Save the Date for the 5th/6th District Winter Galentine’s Brunch Meeting! More details coming soon!
5th/6th District Exec Board Spring Meeting
Save the Date for the GFWC IL 5th/6th District Executive Board Spring Zoom Meeting on Monday, April 26th at 7pm!
Save the Date! 5th/6th District Annual Banquet
Save the Date for the 5th/6th District Annual Banquet! More details coming soon!
Lombard Brew Fest
The Lombard Brew Fest brings together some of the best Chicagoland and Midwest breweries for a laid-back afternoon of great beer, good food and live music all in support of local causes that make our community stronger. With dozens of breweries, food trucks, games, and a lively downtown atmosphere—it’s the perfect excuse to make a day of it and explore everything Lombard has to offer. All proceeds from the Lombard Brew Fest go directly to the Lombard Junior Women's Club Philanthropic Fund, supporting local food banks, families, and charities right here in our community.
66th Annual Fine Art & Artisan Fair
Join the Naperville Woman’s Club for the the 66th Annual Fine Art & Artisan Fair on June 27th & 28th at The Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster Street in Naperville from 10am-5pm both days and is free to the public. Free parking is also available. This event will feature the juried work of over 100 artists from around the country displaying their crafts in ceramics, drawing, fiber arts, glass, metal, painting, photography, wood, jewelry and sculpture. Guests can enjoy entertainment from local musicians and food and adult beverages while shopping for the unique works only artisans can provide.
Lisle Woman's Club Garden Gait
Join the Lisle Woman’s Club on Sunday, June 14th 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm for their 24th Annual Garden Gait. It is their premier fundraising activity showcasing beautiful homeowner gardens in Lisle. Begin your day the Museum at Lisle Station Park. Here you will pick up a booklet directing you to our gardens. Visit our Craft Fair at the Museum Park and enter our Gift Baskets Raffle. Be sure to stop by The Netzley-Yender House for a complimentary refreshments before or after you tour the gardens and craft fair.
Proceeds from Garden Gait helped to fund the Lisle Woman’s Club philanthropic work and in support of children and families in and around our community - including awarding scholarships to graduating seniors and adult woman returning to school each Spring. Thank you for your support!
NJWC Garden Tea Party
The Naperville Junior Woman’s Club cordially invites you to an afternoon of elegance, indulgence, and delightful company…
A Garden Party
Saturday, the Sixth of June
at half past eleven
Downtown Naperville
Prepare to promenade, sip, and savor amidst charming surroundings and even finer company. Attire is most enthusiastically encouraged—from Sunday casual to the most extravagant Bridgerton-inspired finery. Pray, do not be shy—this is your moment to let your style shine.
We eagerly await the pleasure of your company
5th/6th District Annual Meeting
Celebrate an amazing year of giving with GFWC IL 5th/6th District!
Join the GFWC Illinois 5th/6th District for a wonderful evening at Osteria by Capri in Downers Grove (attached to the Doubletree Suites by Hilton) on Monday, May 11th to celebrate an incredible year of giving!
In addition to sharing District updates, we will be recognizing 5th/6th District Clubs for outstanding service projects and inducting 2026-28 Officers. All 5th/6th District Clubwomen are welcome to attend!
Doors will open at 5:30pm and dinner will be served at 6:00pm.
Enjoy a delicious full course, family-style meal including coffee, tea and soda for $47.50/person (Chicken Parmigiana) or $44.50/person (Eggplant Parmigiana) with a cash bar for beer/wine/cocktails.
Purchase your event ticket via Eventbrite by May 4th.
You can pay by credit card or mail a check payable to GFWC Illinois 5th-6th District to Sue Haa, 1733 Wildwood Lane, Darien, IL 60561. If mailing a check, please include names of attendees and dinner preferences.
Please let us know if you have any questions!
Winter District Meeting
Registration 9:00 am Meeting 9:30 am
We will have 2 speakers:
America’s 250 th Anniversary - Nina Casey, Civic Engagement Chr.
Women’s History Month - Lisa Kasar, WHRC Chr.
We will also be having District Officers Elections for 2026-2028.
A continental breakfast will be served
GFWC IL 5th/6th District Summer Meeting
Please join us for our GFWC IL 5th/6th District Summer Meeting on Monday, September 8th at the DuPage County Historical Museum (102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL 60187)! We will have a guest speaker for Domestic Violence Awareness (more details to come) and discuss important District & State updates. Please invite any members from your Club who wish to attend!
Here's the schedule for the evening:
6:30pm - Check-in & Mix/Mingle
7:00pm - Meeting Begins
Please RSVP HERE by September 1st. Desserts will be served!
GFWC IL 5th/6th District Annual Meeting
Join the GFWC Illinois 5th/6th District for a wonderful evening at Maggiano's Little Italy in Oak Brook on Monday, May 12th to celebrate an incredible year of giving! In addition to sharing District updates, we will be recognizing 5th/6th District Clubs for outstanding service projects. All 5th/6th District Clubwomen are welcome to attend!
Doors will open at 5:00pm and dinner will be served at 6:00pm. Enjoy a delicious full course, family-style meal including coffee, tea and soda for $48/person with a cash bar for beer/wine/cocktails.
Purchase your event ticket via Eventbrite (CLICK HERE) by May 5th. You can pay by credit card or mail a check payable to GFWC Illinois 5th-6th District to Sue Haa, 1733 Wildwood Lane, Darien, IL 60561.
*Valet Parking, parking lot & garage parking available.
5th/6th District Winter Meeting
Please join us for our GFWC IL 5th/6th District Winter Meeting on Monday, February 24th at the Lisle Library - Meeting Rooms A & B (777 Front Street, Lisle, IL 60532)! We will have a guest speaker and discuss important District & State updates. Please invite any members from your Club who wish to attend!
Here's the schedule for the evening:
6:30pm - Check-in & Mix/Mingle
7:00pm - Meeting Begins
Please RSVP by February 20th. Desserts will be served!
District Fall Meeting
Please join us for our GFWC IL 5th/6th District Fall Meeting on Monday, November 11th for a Salad Supper and Fall Meeting at the Naperville Woman's Club Clubhouse (14 S Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540)! We will have guest speakers from the DuPage Children's Museum, a Veteran from Naperville Woman's Club and discuss important District & State updates. Please invite any members from your Club who wish to attend!
For our Veteran's Day Service Project, please bring any leftover Halloween candy to donate to veterans.
Here's the schedule for the evening:
5:15pm - Food Setup
5:30-6:30pm - Dinner Social
6:30pm - Meeting Begins
Please RSVP HERE by November 7th and CLICK HERE to sign up to bring a dish to the Salad Supper to share.
GFWC IL 5th/6th District Unity Project: Walk to End Alzheimer’s!
Welcome to the GFWC IL 5th/6th District Team Page for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer's®! Walk is the largest event to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association®. The Alzheimer's Association is the newest GFWC Affiliate Organization as announced at the GFWC Annual Convention!
Currently, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's and over 11 million family and friends provide their unpaid care. Please join Team GFWC IL 5th/6th District in our efforts to fundraise and bring awareness to end this devastating disease. All Clubwomen, family and friends are welcome to participate in this UNITY PROJECT! Here's how you can help:
Walk with Team GFWC IL 5th/6th District! Encourage your Club gal pals to join our team and walk with us! Don't forget to wear your PURPLE!
Not a walker? Consider donating to help Team GFWC IL 5th-6th District meet our $2000 Fundraising Goal!
Spread the News! Let's see how many Clubwomen we can get to support this UNITY PROJECT! Let's do this!
2024 GFWC Annual Convention
To all who Dream Big, Sparkle More, and indeed Shine Bright, the 2024 GFWC Annual Convention is upon us! Please join GFWC as we “Sparkle, Shine & Succeed” at the Hilton in Downtown Chicago, June 28 - July 1, 2024!
GFWC-IL 5th-6th District Annual Meeting
Doors will open at 5:30pm and food begins at 6pm. Food will be pizza, cheese ravioli, mostaccioli with meat sauce, Italian beef, fried chicken, salad, pepsi, lemonade, iced tea and coffee. Dessert will be provided.
Cost will be $37.50 per guest. This includes the buffet, gratuity and tax. Please make check payable to GFWC-IL 5th/6th District and mail to Joan Marchese. Please get your checks (along with your head counts) to her by April 23.
5th-6th District Meeting Afternoon Tea
Join us at Drury Lane for a fun and fancy Tea Party as celebrate International Women's Day by welcoming a guest speaker, participating in a group service project and sharing District, State and GFWC updates. All Clubwomen from 5th-6th District are welcome to attend. Kindly RSVP by March 1st.