Deferred, not Defeated: Wreaths Across America hosted December 15th in Barrington

As DAR Daughters read 857 Veterans’ names aloud, wreaths were secured along the cemetery’s main roadways in a modified wreath laying.

Join the Bustling World of Social Innovation

Youth social entrepreneurs who established a chess club at St Leonards Place in Chicago asked to start another chess club in Chicago!

Humanitarian Hummus Does it Again

Continuing our series of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. This time by eating with a purpose.

UPDATE! Wreaths Across America Event at Evergreen Cemetery Date Changed to Monday, Dec. 15th.

Wreaths Across America wreath laying event moved to Monday, December 15th, from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. due to dangerous winter weather.

30th Anniversary Chicago Select Golf Invitational Delivers Landmark Success for Cancer Research

American Cancer Society to End Cancer as We Know It, for Everyone

"Don't Say I Should Have, Say I Did" on December 13th, 2025

Since 2019, the Signal Hill Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution has sponsored Wreaths Across America Day at Evergreen Cemetery.

Advocate Condell, Advocate Good Shepherd receive “A” rating in hospital safety grade

Lake County hospitals ranked among the best in the nation in patient safety by The Leapfrog Group.

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital launches food drive to address local food insecurity

Hospital workers expand annual food drive to fight hunger in the Northwest Suburbs

Gift a wreath while honoring an Evergreen Veteran

"Patriot Pairs” are a great option if you’re looking to participate in National Wreaths Across America Day at Evergreen Cemetery.

Advocate Health plants 75 trees at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital during Season of Purpose

Advocate Health is committed to helping plant 30,000 trees across the communities it serves by 2030.

Barrington Community at its Best

Barrington community continues a tradition of collaboration, generosity and leadership through hosting a Christmas luncheon in Chicago.

Wreaths Across America Returns December 13th

"As long as you say their names aloud, they are not forgotten." Join us to honor them on December 13th at Evergreen Cemetery.

DAR Announces American History Essay Contest

Students enrolled in grades 5 through 8 are invited to enter the 2025-2026 American History Essay Contest sponsored by Signal Hill Chapter.

DAR Celebrates Constitution Week

Communities throughout the nation will be celebrating the spirit and meaning of the country’s Constitution beginning September 17, 2025.

Using Chess as Tool for Reducing Recidivism

Peter Wulff Center teams with Outside the Walls to reduce recidivism among ex prisoners using chess as a tool to keep them engaged.

DAR Genealogy Workshop Coming to Barrington Area Library

Now is the time to establish your lineage to a Revolutionary War Patriot in advance of America’s 250th anniversary coming in 2026.

History of Barrington's Humanitarian Hummus

A simple dish dating back to Biblical times has found a new life in Barrington raising funds for food charities.

Announcing VP for Peter Wulff Center

Christopher Majkowski to lead as VP of PWC continuing the work he began as a 10 year old volunteer.

Moms and babies celebrate World Breastfeeding Week at Baby Bistro support group

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital’s Baby Bistro hosted a special celebration in honor of World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7.

Peter Wulff Center River North Chicago Fundraiser

A interesting gathering of intergenerational humanitarians got together to advance global and local projects at 5 Iron Golf on July 31st.

Villa Park couple sheds 200+ pounds and gains a new outlook

Through a team-based approach to weight loss, the Dalberg's embraced change, improved their health, and rediscovered joy in everyday life 

Return on Investment

Youth social entrepreneurs continue to create amazing projects around the world.

Longterm Impact of Youth Social Entrepreneurship

This article describes longterm positive impact on psychological, social, economic and cultural characteristics 20 years later.

Young Artists Join Forces to Reduce Hunger

Youth inspired to create leadership programs through their talents to reduce hunger.

DAR Genealogy Workshop Coming to Ela Area Public Library

Learn how to research and establish your lineage to a Revolutionary War Patriot in advance of America’s 250th anniversary coming in 2026.

Youth Social Entrepreneurship through the Marketplace

Students hone marketing skills through promoting their talents while also doing good.

Barrington Dance Ensemble's Drive for Dance

Saturday, August 2, 2025

DAR Dedicates Patriot Marker in Barrington’s Memorial Park

The marker was installed at Barrington’s Memorial Park on May 10, 2025.

DAR To Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution

Public Invited to A Tribute to American Patriots at Barrington’s Memorial Park on Saturday, May 10th at 11:00a.m.

Barrington Dance Ensemble (BDE) Presents The Sleeping Beauty

The Curse. The Kiss. The Magic. Barrington Dance Ensemble presents performances of The Sleeping Beauty.

Youth Social Entrepreneurs Dazzle Crowds through Service.

Through collaboration of culinary, musical, artistic talent, hard work, enthusiasm, drive and purpose a community comes together to serve.

DAR to Host ‘National Vietnam War Veterans Day’ Observance

Signal Hill Chapter, NSDAR, invites the community and all Veterans to an observance on Saturday March 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen.

A Culinary Artist transforming Ordinary Lives

Meet culinary artist Zein Bertacchi for whom cooking is a serious art form and a national sport for the world of youth social entrepreneurs.

American Cancer Society Honors Piercey & Associates, Ltd.

Local Firm Earns National Professional Advisor of the Year Award

Youth making an impact through Service Learning

Youth working with adult community volunteers take on local and global challenges to raise funds for humanitarian ventures.

DAR Honors Students at Annual Youth Awards Day

Winners and all participants received recognition and applause at the Youth Awards Day held at the Barrington Area Library on February 8th.

Do you know the leading cause of death?

An Advocate Health Care physician shares five ways to be proactive about your cardiovascular health.

DAR Announces Winner of 2024-25 Good Citizens Award

The Barrington, IL-based Signal Hill Chapter, NSDAR, named Jonathan Curbelo, BHS senior, its 2024-2025 Good Citizens Award recipient.

Cary heart patient recognized at Bulls’ Hoops & Hearts game

Advocate Health Care and the Chicago Bulls team up for Heart Month.

DAR Donates Pollinator Seed Packets to Barrington Area Library

The local chapter, Signal Hill NSDAR, donated thousands of pollinator seed packets for distribution at the January 29th library event.