2020
Homecoming, Chili Cook Off, Concert and Showcases
Oct. 4, 2020 | 4:00PM to 6:00PMMusic and Potlucks, a community organization will sponsor a livestream event, the Homecoming Chili Cook-off and Acoustic Neighbors Folk Showcase on Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 pm.
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Hunger Action Month
Sep. 30, 2020 | 7:00AM to 7:00PMCheck out our growing list of fun activities and opportunities this September. And don't forget to cross them off your BINGO card for the chance to win Beyond Hunger swag.
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Cooking with Cat
Sep. 24, 2020 | 6:30PM to 8:00PMCost: $15Cat Nickles has raised over $18,600 for Beyond Hunger through her 8th Grade Capstone Project, "The Quarantine Cookbook." Now a Freshman at OPRF, Cat's project has inspired many media headlines including a national spot on Live! with Kelly and Ryan.
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Drive-In Bingo (8 PM)
Sep. 18, 2020 | 8:00PM to 9:30PMCost: $20As part of Hunger Action Month, Beyond Hunger and the Park District of Oak Park have teamed up to bring you a fun, safe night of bingo-----drive-in style! Join us in the parking lot of First United Church on Friday September 18th.
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Sep. 18, 2020 | 6:00PM to 7:30PMCost: $20As part of Hunger Action Month, Beyond Hunger and the Park District of Oak Park have teamed up to bring you a fun, safe night of bingo-----drive-in style! Join us in the parking lot of First United Church on Friday September 18th.
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Volunteer Orientation: Virtual
Sep. 16, 2020 | 6:00PM to 7:00PMJoin us for an informative, 1-hour presentation about our volunteer opportunities.
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Lou Malnati's Giveback Event
Sep. 15, 2020 | 11:00AM to 10:00PMEnjoy eating delicious Lou Malnati's pizza while supporting Beyond Hunger! Lou Malnati's will donate 20% of total sales from every order received from Dine-In, Carryout, or Delivery (must mention the Beyond Hunger fundraiser). See flyer below for more information:
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Cooking with Maria: Panko Crusted Salmon
Sep. 10, 2020 | 5:00PM to 6:00PMCost: FreeJoin Beyond Hunger on Thursday September 10 at 5pm, and cook along with Maria for this easy weeknight meal— Panko Crusted Salmon. Serve with fast cooking couscous and roasted broccoli to round out the meal.
Find full list of ingredients and recipe here:
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Songs of Hope and Struggle
Aug. 19, 2020 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMJoin Music & Pot Lucks and the The Cliff Dwellers Club Wednesday August 19th at 7 pm for a special online presentation: Songs of Hope and Struggle featuring performances by soprano Kimberly E Jones and Mark Dvorak.
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Aug. 19, 2020 | 6:00PM to 7:00PMJoin us for an informative, 1-hour presentation about our volunteer opportunities.
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Bike Every Block
Jul. 31, 2020 | 8:00AM to 7:00PMCost: FreeJOIN BIKE EVERY BLOCK THIS SUMMER: JUNE 1ST - JULY 31ST
Help us reach our match! A community member inspired by the project will match donations up to $2,000 starting 7/28 until end of day 7/31.
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Jul. 15, 2020 | 6:00PM to 7:00PMJoin us for an informative, 1-hour presentation about our volunteer opportunities.
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Happy Anniversary Beyond Hunger
Jun. 26, 2020 | 8:00AM to Jun. 27, 2020 | 1:00PMHappy Anniversary Beyond Hunger!
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Help Fill Our Shelves
Jun. 19, 2020 | 10:00AM to 4:00PMWe need your help to fill our shelves.
Beyond Hunger is in need of the following canned goods to provide our clients with a variety of nutritious foods:
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Mark Dvorak live performance to benefit Beyond Hunger
Jun. 18, 2020 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMCost: Donation SuggestedJoin us Thursday June 18th at 7 PM CST as Mark Dvorak presents a benefit concert for Beyond Hunger. See Facebook Event for updates.
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Jun. 18, 2020 | 10:00AM to 4:00PMWe need your help to fill our shelves.
Beyond Hunger is in need of the following canned goods to provide our clients with a variety of nutritious foods:
Read MoreVolunteer Orientation: Virtual
Jun. 17, 2020 | 6:00PM to 7:00PMJoin us for an informative, 1-hour presentation about our volunteer opportunities.
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Jun. 16, 2020 | 10:00AM to 4:00PMWe need your help to fill our shelves.
Beyond Hunger is in need of the following canned goods to provide our clients with a variety of nutritious foods:
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Jun. 15, 2020 | 10:00AM to 4:00PMWe need your help to fill our shelves.
Beyond Hunger is in need of the following canned goods to provide our clients with a variety of nutritious foods:
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Jun. 12, 2020 | 10:00AM to 4:00PMWe need your help to fill our shelves.
Beyond Hunger is in need of the following canned goods to provide our clients with a variety of nutritious foods:
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Jun. 11, 2020 | 10:00AM to 4:00PMWe need your help to fill our shelves.
Beyond Hunger is in need of the following canned goods to provide our clients with a variety of nutritious foods:
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Cooking with Beyond Hunger: Greek Lemon Chicken Soup Avgolemono
May. 23, 2020 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMCost: FreeVisit our Facebook page Saturday May 23rd at 7pm for a special Beyond Hunger cooking event with guest Oak Park Trustee Deno Andrews Join us for another delicious homemade Greek favorite—Lemon Chicken Soup, Avgolemono!
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May. 20, 2020 | 6:00PM to 7:00PMJoin us for an informative, 1-hour presentation about our volunteer opportunities.
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Cooking with Maria: Mother's Day Spanakopita
May. 9, 2020 | 7:00PMJoin Maria Delis, Beyond Hunger Nutrition Education Coordinator and Dietitian, along with her mother as they share their family recipe for Spanakopita. Learn some tricks on how to make all steps from scratch! We will premiere the video on Facebook Saturday May 9th at 7pm.
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Virtual Crop Hunger Walk
May. 3, 2020 | 2:00PMThe Oak Park Crop Walk is coming up on Sunday, May 3rd! If you aren’t familiar, CROP Hunger Walks are community events that are sponsored by Church World Services (CWS). Beyond Hunger and other local hunger relief organizations are some of the beneficiaries as well as CWS international relief...Read More
Ten Thousand Villages Event to Benefit Beyond Hunger
May. 1, 2020 | 8:00AM to May. 2, 2020 | 5:00PMSupport local business and help fight hunger by shopping at Ten Thousand Villages. On May 1st, 2nd, and 5th, 20% of the store's sales will directly benefit Beyond Hunger.
How to Help:
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Oak Park Backyard Family Marathon to benefit Beyond Hunger & Housing Forward
Apr. 26, 2020 | 9:30AM to 2:00PMRead More
Kellogg's Kitchen: A Beyond Hunger Cooking Demo and Live Viewing
Apr. 25, 2020 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMJoin Bri Kellogg, Beyond Hunger Nutrition Education Coordinator and Dietitian, for a live "watch party" viewing of our latest cooking demo—Rustic Spatchcock Chicken and Homemade Stock. Bri will be available throughout the viewing for questions - live - through our Facebook channel.
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Apr. 15, 2020 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMTHIS EVENT IS CANCELLED. Thank you for your patience as we adjust to maintain a safe distance and limit crowd sizes. We will resume Volunteer Orientation in mid-May.
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Healthy Chef Challenge 2020 - Postponed
Apr. 4, 2020 | 7:00PM to 9:00PMDon't miss out on the hottest event ticket in town - the Healthy Chef Challenge. April 4, 2020
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The Dance Exhibition
Mar. 8, 2020 | 2:00PM to 4:00PMDeMaira Dance Studios, Inc. is proud to present The Dance Exhibition.
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Empty Bowls 2020
Feb. 28, 2020 | 6:00PM to 8:00PMJoin us on Friday, February 28th for Oak Park River Forest High School's 2020 Empty Bowls event. This annual fundraiser benefits Beyond Hunger and Housing Forward by selling handcrafted bowls and serving delicious soup.
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Feb. 19, 2020 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMJoin us for an informative, 1-hour presentation about our volunteer opportunities.
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We Shall Overcome: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Feb. 15, 2020 | 7:30PMCost: $30We Shall Overcome: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Read More
Volunteer Orientation
Jan. 15, 2020 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMJoin us for an informative, 1-hour presentation about our volunteer opportunities.
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