Park Lawn Charity

11/03/2026

11/02/2026

🎃👻 FREAKY FRIDAY WAS A SPOOKTACULAR SUCCESS! 🧡

Park Lawn wrapped up Spirit Week with a Halloween celebration full of creativity, costumes, laughter, and fun!

Our participants and staff went all out for Freaky Friday, bringing an incredible lineup of characters to life! 🐯🐶🤠

From adorable Dalmatians and superheroes to cowboys, Peter Pan, and even a giant carrot, the costumes were as unique as the people wearing them!

💙 The best part? Seeing everyone come together, express themselves, and enjoy the Halloween spirit!

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing participants and staff for making Spirit Week such a memorable celebration!

📸 Check out these fantastic costumes! Which one is your favorite?

11/02/2026

🎃🍕 PIZZA, PUMPKINS & HALLOWEEN FUN! 👻

A HUGE thank you to our friends at the Knights of Columbus for generously donating pizzas to Park Lawn's Halloween party last Friday!

Their kindness helped make our celebration even more special, bringing delicious food, smiles, and plenty of Halloween spirit to our participants and staff! 🧡

We're grateful for community partners who continue to support Park Lawn and the individuals we serve.

Thank you, Knights of Columbus, for making a difference in our community! 💙

Knights of Columbus

11/02/2026

🎃🏆 IT'S TIME TO VOTE! 🏆🎃

Park Lawn Connections is celebrating its Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest, and we need YOUR help choosing a winner!

Our talented participants have been busy turning ordinary pumpkins into extraordinary works of art. From familiar characters to sweet treats and game show favorites, the creativity is incredible! 🎨🍂

🎃 MEET THE CONTESTANTS:

1️⃣ Bingo Lady 👵🎱
2️⃣ Gary the Snail 🐌
3️⃣ Ice Cream Sundae 🍦
4️⃣ Tin Man ❤️
5️⃣ Wheel of Fortune 🎡

🗳️ CAST YOUR VOTE!

Take a look at all five photos and COMMENT BELOW with the name or number of your favorite pumpkin!

⏰ Voting closes Wednesday, November 4!

Every pumpkin represents creativity, imagination, and the wonderful talents of our Connections participants.

Let's show our artists some love! ❤️

11/02/2026

🐠🌊 FREE FAMILY FUN AT SHEDD AQUARIUM! 🐧

Looking for an exciting and inclusive experience for the whole family?

The Chicago Park District , in partnership with Special Children's Charities, is hosting a FREE Family Opportunity event at Shedd Aquarium for children and adults with disabilities and their families!

📅 TOMORROW — Tuesday, November 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Shedd Aquarium
1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago

🎟️ Admission is FREE, but advance registration is REQUIRED!

👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/emA5iGE5

For questions, contact Alaina Brixie at [email protected].

At Park Lawn, we believe in the importance of inclusive community experiences that bring people together and create opportunities for everyone to participate.

Please share this opportunity with families and friends who may be interested!

11/02/2026

🎨✨ CELEBRATING ART, CREATIVITY & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS!

Park Lawn Executive Director Denise Rau and Director of Community-Based Services Kelly Ewing recently attended "The Art of Costume Design" at McCord Gallery and Cultural Center, enjoying an incredible display of creativity, imagination, and artistic talent!

From elaborate gowns to imaginative costume creations, the exhibition showcased the remarkable artistry that brings stories and characters to life.

❤️ McCord Gallery is more than a wonderful local arts organization — it's a valued community partner that has generously provided art lessons to Park Lawn participants for years, completely free of charge!

These opportunities allow the individuals we serve to explore their creativity, express themselves, and experience the joy of art.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to McCord Gallery & Cultural Center for your continued generosity, friendship, and commitment to making the arts accessible to everyone!

We're grateful to have community partners who believe in the power of creativity and inclusion.

11/01/2026

🎉🎂 HAPPY NOVEMBER BIRTHDAY! 🎂🎉

It's time to celebrate our amazing Park Lawn team members who have birthdays this November! 💙🥳

Please join us in wishing a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to:

🎈 Sonya M.
🎈 Kimberly R.
🎈 Gladys G.
🎈 Meaghan S.
🎈 Lauryn G.
🎈 Melissa D.
🎈 Taia C.
🎈 Shadasha A.
🎈 Norberta A.
🎈 Alayah S.
🎈 Lauren R.
🎈 Victoria S.
🎈 Nikki J.
🎈 Betty G.
🎈 Amy B.
🎈 Francesca A.

Your dedication, compassion, and contributions help make Park Lawn a wonderful place every day!

May your birthday month be filled with happiness, laughter, and special moments. Thank you for everything you do!

🎂 Drop a birthday wish in the comments and help us celebrate our November birthday crew!

11/01/2026

⏰🍂 FALL BACK! DON'T FORGET TO CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS!

Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00 a.m.!

Before heading to bed Saturday night, remember to turn your clocks BACK one hour. That's an extra hour of sleep!

🍁 Brighter mornings and earlier sunsets are on the way.

📱 Most smartphones and computers will adjust automatically, but don't forget your wall clocks, microwaves, ovens, and car clocks.

💙 A friendly reminder from all of us at Park Lawn to enjoy that extra hour and stay safe as the days grow shorter!

10/31/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN BINGO IS TOMORROW! 🎱💰

Get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR Saturday night at Park Lawn! Great food, exciting prizes, and Halloween fun!

🌮 FOOD VENDOR CONFIRMED!
Maricar and Mercedes’ Home Cookin’ will be serving Mexican street-style corn, hot dogs, carnitas tacos, hot chocolate, coffee, and cold drinks!

🍕 CRAVING PIZZA? Our friends at Lou Malnati’s can deliver right to Park Lawn!
📞 708-425-2600
🌐 order.loumalnatis.com

🎃 WEAR A COSTUME! Dress in your Halloween best for a chance to win a special raffle!

💰 13 EXCITING BINGO GAMES!
🎟️ Packages start at just $26!
🎁 Special prizes up for grabs!

📅 Saturday, October 31
🚪 Doors Open: 3 PM
🎱 Bingo Starts: 6 PM
📍 Park Lawn — 10833 S. La Porte Ave., Oak Lawn

👻 Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and bring your LUCK!

💙 Every game supports Park Lawn's mission of helping people with disabilities thrive.

🔗 www.parklawn.com/bingo

10/29/2026

🎂 A SWEET HALLOWEEN SURPRISE! 🎃💜🧡

Our Park Lawn Discover Tinley Park program received a wonderful surprise today!

Our friends and neighbors at Creative Cakes Bakery stopped by with a delicious Halloween cake and a thoughtful donation!

It's gestures like these that remind us how fortunate we are to be surrounded by local businesses that care about their community.

A HUGE thank you to Creative Cakes for thinking of our Discover Tinley Park participants and staff and making their day a little sweeter!

💜 Let's return the kindness! Visit their page, give them a follow, and show some love to a local business that gives back!

👉 https://www.facebook.com/creativecakesillinois