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A nonprofit social service agency in Des Plaines serving residents throughout suburban Cook County. All agency services are provided at no cost and include housing assistance, older adult programs, and community services.
An Open & Affirming, WISE for Mental Health congregation committed to justice, welcome, and spiritual depth. We celebrate diversity, practice inclusive love, and seek to be a community of compassion and belonging for all.
Countryside Saloon is one of Des Plaines’ best-kept secrets. Originally established in 1933, it was once a Prohibition-era speakeasy and gin mill. Today, it is a lively sports bar and grill that offers patrons a chance to see their favorite sports team, listen to live music on Friday’s or just enjoy a great meal while sipping on one of many craft beers or classic cocktails.
Des Plaines Clergy Alliance
A welcoming, Christ-centered community committed to worship, service, and spiritual growth. Located in Des Plaines, Illinois, the church offers vibrant worship services, community outreach, and programs for all ages.
The Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame is a historic event and an exhibit. Through the Hall of Fame, Chicagoans and the world are made aware of the contributions of Chicago’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities and their efforts to eradicate homophobic bias and discrimination.
Friends & Family of Jessie Maag
In Memory of Kathy Shafel
a nomadic breakfast spot in Chicago/Chicagoland by @justen_lambar & @natebakedthis; take home frozen offerings; fresh baked goods; pop-up cafes
SPEAK Des Plaines is an anti-racist nonpartisan community group and open to anyone who wants to work together toward our mission regardless of race, religion, age, ability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or political beliefs.
A church welcoming all to a community of faith, worshiping in the Episcopal tradition. All = LGBTQ+ and pets!
From boyhood friends to “Fritters Kings”, Robert Talerico and Michael “Mickey” Martin began a lifetime friendship in 1956. Growing up on opposite ends of the same block, neighborhood baseball games led to a lifelong friendship. Multiple business opportunities eventually led to the formation of Talerico Martin Wholesale Bakers in 1984. Through various locations in and around Summit, Bob and Mickey have been putting smiles on the faces of customers for over 40 years.
Trinity Lutheran Church is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and its Metropolitan Chicago Synod. Through the ELCA, we are connected with almost 72,000,000 Lutherans worldwide. This healing network includes Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, Lutheran Disaster Response, ELCA World Hunger, Lutheran World Relief, Lutheran World Federation, and other Lutheran ministries and organizations.
