BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Lightways - ECPv6.18.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Lightways X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lightways.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Lightways REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T160000 DTSTAMP:20251202T211807Z CREATED:20251202T211535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T211807Z UID:10000409-1773925200-1773936000@lightways.org SUMMARY:Spring Grief Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:A workshop designed for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one.\nCome join the Grief Counselors at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care and other grievers to learn more about the grief journey. We will meet four evenings\, each evening dedicated to learning a particular aspect of the grief process. After grief education is provided\, participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences in small groups with other grievers who have experienced a similar loss. \nParticipants can choose to participate either in person (at Dorothy Brown Resource Center at Joliet office)\, or online (zoom). \nWorkshop is free of charge and open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one – whether or not their loved one was in the hospice program. \n*Although workshop is designed for participants to complete each session consecutively\, there is no requirement to attend all four sessions. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Age(Required)Race/Ethnicity (optional)Gender (optional)What type of loss have you experienced (please mark all that apply)(Required)\n \n \n Loss of my spouse or partner\n \n \n \n Loss of my mother\n \n \n \n Loss of my father\n \n \n \n Loss of my child\n \n \n \n Other loss\n If other\, Please specifyWas the loved one that died on Lightways hospice program? (this is not a requirement to participate)(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n I would like to participate:(Required)\n \n In person\n \n \n remotely\n \n \n Both in person and remote\n \n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/spring-grief-workshop-series/2026-03-19/ LOCATION:Dorothy Brown Resource Center\, 320 Water Stone Way\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431 CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Spring-2026-Workshop-Series-Event-Website-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T080000 DTSTAMP:20260120T051634Z CREATED:20250227T032610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T051634Z UID:10000014-1774418400-1774425600@lightways.org SUMMARY:Welcome Home Vietnam Luncheon DESCRIPTION:To commemorate the sacrifices of Vietnam Veterans\, we invite you to a special luncheon in recognition of Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. This event is a piece of our effort to offer the long-overdue welcome home they deserve. A presentation from Mark Finnegan about Vets Roll and lunch will be served. \nSpace is limited and registration is required by March 19th\, 2026. \n\n \n \n Vietnam Veteran Luncheon\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Branch(Required)Number attending(Required)CAPTCHA\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/welcome-home-vietnam-luncheon/ LOCATION:Morris Hospital YMCA\, 2200 Dupont Ave\,\, Morris\, IL\, 60450 CATEGORIES:Lightways Events,Veterans ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Vietnam-veterans-luncheon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T153000 DTSTAMP:20260330T201202Z CREATED:20260203T134020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T201202Z UID:10000013-1775739600-1775748600@lightways.org SUMMARY:A Time to Remember - Grief Support Department Event DESCRIPTION:Doors Open at 6:00PM\nService Begins at 6:30PM \nJoin us for this special luminary event to honor those we have lost.\nWeather permitting\, event will include a luminary walk outdoors. \nRegistration is Closed. URL:https://lightways.org/event/a-time-to-remember/ LOCATION:Jacob Henry Mansion Estate\, 20 S. Eastern Ave.\, Joliet\, IL\, 60433 CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Time-to-remeber-2026-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T073000 DTSTAMP:20260421T175542Z CREATED:20250314T185559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T175542Z UID:10000385-1777699800-1777707000@lightways.org SUMMARY:Honoring Mom DESCRIPTION:Join us to honor your mother\, or someone who has been like a mother to you\, and the difference she has made in your life. All ages welcome! This event is offered at no cost. \nPlease bring a framed picture of your mother or mother figure to the event. \nA light brunch will be served. \nFor questions email Griefsupport@lightways.org or call 815.460.3295. \nEvent registration is now closed. URL:https://lightways.org/event/honoring-mom/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Remembering-Mom-Event-Website-Graphic-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T023240Z CREATED:20260410T203459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T023240Z UID:10000411-1777975200-1777989600@lightways.org SUMMARY:Hiring Event DESCRIPTION:Lightways Hiring Event\nSTART YOUR CAREER HERE! \nReady for your next opportunity? Attend our Hiring Event! Simply register online to explore open positions\, connect with our team\, and even interview on the spot. Don’t miss your chance to take the next step in your career with us! \nMay 5\, 2026\n3:00pm – 7:00pm\nLightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\,\n250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet \nMay 6\, 2026\n7:00am – 11:00am\nLightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\,\n250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet \nRegistration for the May 5th and 6th Hiring Event is currently closed. For more information contact our Human Resources Department at 815.740.4104 or go to the Careers page to review open positions. URL:https://lightways.org/event/hiring-event/2026-05-05/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/April-2026-Hiring-Event-Website-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T060000 DTSTAMP:20260502T023240Z CREATED:20260410T203459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T023240Z UID:10000412-1778032800-1778047200@lightways.org SUMMARY:Hiring Event DESCRIPTION:Lightways Hiring Event\nSTART YOUR CAREER HERE! \nReady for your next opportunity? Attend our Hiring Event! Simply register online to explore open positions\, connect with our team\, and even interview on the spot. Don’t miss your chance to take the next step in your career with us! \nMay 5\, 2026\n3:00pm – 7:00pm\nLightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\,\n250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet \nMay 6\, 2026\n7:00am – 11:00am\nLightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\,\n250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet \nRegistration for the May 5th and 6th Hiring Event is currently closed. For more information contact our Human Resources Department at 815.740.4104 or go to the Careers page to review open positions. URL:https://lightways.org/event/hiring-event/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/April-2026-Hiring-Event-Website-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T143000 DTSTAMP:20260319T040423Z CREATED:20260319T040402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T040423Z UID:10000410-1778590800-1778596200@lightways.org SUMMARY:The Memory Box Project DESCRIPTION:Come join other families online for a virtual event to create a special memory keepsake box for your special person(s). The program is designed for families with children or adolescents who have experienced the death of a loved one and is free of charge. \nSupplies will be available for pick-up.\nRegistration is required by April 28th. \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First and Last Name of Person Registrating(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n What County do You Live In?(Required)Number of Adults Planning to Attend(Required)Number of Children (age 17 & under) Planning to AttendName of the Person(s) We are Honoring:(Required)Was Your Person(s) in Our Lightways Hospice Program?(Required)This is not a requirement to attend\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n CAPTCHA\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/the-memory-box-project/ CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Memory-Box-Project-Events-Page-Website-Graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Lightways Hospice & Serious Illness Care":MAILTO:info@lightways.org LOCATION:https://lightways.org/event/the-memory-box-project/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T063000 DTSTAMP:20260410T005558Z CREATED:20241218T224848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T005558Z UID:10000006-1779341400-1779345000@lightways.org SUMMARY:We Honor Veterans Memorial Day Ceremony DESCRIPTION:On this Memorial Day\, Lightways would like to express our deepest appreciation for the service your loved one gave to our country. \nPlease join us for a memorial tribute to honor those veterans who died this past year. We will honor each veteran by name. \nFamily members are invited to participate in the program by ringing the bell as they read their veteran’s name in remembrance. Please let us know your preference on the registration form. \nRSVP by Thursday\, May 15\, 2026 \n\nAmple parking is available\, and nearby spaces are reserved for those needing assistance.\nPlease confirm correct pronunciation of your veterans name when you confirm your registration.\nRestrooms available indoors.\nLunch is included.\nThis is a rain-or-shine event. In case of inclement weather\, provisions will be made.\n\n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Registrants First Name*Registrants Last Name*Address*City*State*Zip Code*Phone Number*Email*\n \n Number of those attending:*Veteran’s First NameVeteran’s Last NamePhoenetic Spelling of Veteran’s Full Name:*As each name is read\, a bell will be rung.Would you like to ring the bell for your loved one and read their name?*\n \n \n Yes\, I would like to ring the bell and say my loved one’s name\n \n \n \n No\, I would like to have a staff member ring the bell and say my loved one’s name\n CAPTCHA\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/we-honor-veterans-memorial-day-ceremony/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events,Veterans ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/rong-and-remember-memorial-day-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000 DTSTAMP:20260401T183344Z CREATED:20250314T181444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T183344Z UID:10000384-1780714800-1780747200@lightways.org SUMMARY:Super Heart Family Walk/5K Fun Run and Yoshi’s Mini Dash DESCRIPTION:It’s-a 5K Time! Let’s-a go!\nLevel up for our loved ones and race to support the Pediatric Care Program of Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care. \nCHECK-IN: 8:00-8:45 AM\nSTART TIME: Yoshi’s Mini Dash (13 and under) 8:45 AM | 5k 9:15 AM \n$35 FOR ADULTS (14+); $45 After May 14th*\n$15 FOR CHILDREN (13 and under); $20 After May 14th* \n*Includes entry into the Yoshi’s Mini Dash – Kids must be registered to receive a T-shirt. Children under the age of 3 are FREE to participate (will not receive a T-shirt). \nParticipants registering by May 14th\, will be guaranteed a race T-shirt and goodie bag. First\, second and third place male and female finishers in each age group will receive a medal. All participants in the Yoshi’s Mini Dash will receive a prize. * Specific sized T-shirts and goodie bags are not guaranteed if you register after May 14th. \nREGISTER HERE. \nLearn more and View Sponsorship Opportunities URL:https://lightways.org/event/family-fun-run-5k/ LOCATION:St. Joseph Catholic School\, 275 E. North Street\, Manhattan\, IL CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2026-5k-Events-Page-Website-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T150000 DTSTAMP:20260303T014901Z CREATED:20250314T190056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T014901Z UID:10000386-1781182800-1781190000@lightways.org SUMMARY:A Tribute to Our Fathers DESCRIPTION:Facing Father’s Day after the loss of a father can bring up mixed feelings. \nCome join others who have lost their father\, or father figure\, and honor the difference he made in your life. \nA light dinner will be served. \nTo register complete the form below\, email Griefsupport@lightways.org or call 815.460.3295.\nRegister by May 29th. Limited spots available so register early! \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Total Number Attending(Required)Name of your father figure(Required)Please identify your father figure you are honoring (check all that apply)(Required)\n \n Father\n \n \n Grandfather\n \n \n Uncle\n \n \n Brother\n \n \n Godfather\n \n \n Other\n Was your loved one in Lightways Hospice Program(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n CAPTCHA\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/a-tribute-to-our-fathers/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Tribute-to-Fathers-2026-Event-Website-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T100000 DTSTAMP:20260603T002237Z CREATED:20250306T005651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T002237Z UID:10000015-1782705600-1782727200@lightways.org SUMMARY:Peace of the Heart Kids Camp DESCRIPTION:The Peace of the Heart Kids Camp is a grief camp held from June 29th – July2nd that gives kids the opportunity to process their grief while meeting others that have experienced a loss. \nJune 29th – July2nd\n9am – 3pm each day. \nIncludes: \n\nfishing\nhiking\narts & crafts\nmusic & more\n\nAges 7-13 | No Cost! \nLimited Spots Available\nFor more information\, contact us @ 815-460-3295\, email griefsupport@lightways.org \nTo apply\, click here. \nApplication registration extended. Spots still available. Register Today! URL:https://lightways.org/event/peace-of-the-heart-kids-camp/ LOCATION:Pilcher Park Nature Center\, 2501 Highland Park Dr.\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432 CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/piece-of-the-heart-kids-camp.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T070000 DTSTAMP:20260625T041123Z CREATED:20250621T012627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T041123Z UID:10000418-1786420800-1786431600@lightways.org SUMMARY:Building Bridges of Support DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to support the grievers in your community through this interactive training provided by Lightways Grief Counselors.\nThis is a two-part hybrid series:\nAugust 11th & August 18th from 9am-12pm\, 8:30am Check In/Light Breakfast\nBuilding Bridges of Support: Training for Community Grief Responders\nWe can all get better at grief\, and learning what is most helpful to grievers after the death of a loved one will increase your confidence in what to do or say to support them. This training is designed for community members and leaders (i.e. healthcare providers\, religious organizations\, community service providers\, senior living community staff\, funeral home directors\, etc.) who are interested in supporting their grievers in their community. All participants will receive a certificate of completion and can earn up to 6 CEUs. \nTraining Topics\n\nCommon Misconceptions about Grief\nCoping Tips for Grief\nWhat is Helpful Vs Not Helpful to Griever\nHow to Start a Support Group in your Community\nThe Importance of Rituals to Honor Those We’ve Lost\nHelpful Grief Support Resources\n\nFor more information contact us at 815.460.3282 \nFree event\, register below.\n*Although we do recommend attending in person\, there is an option to participate in the training virtually. \n\n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Participants Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Agency/Organization Name(Required)Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Please share what you are interested to learn to help you to support the grievers in your community(Required)August 11th - I plan to attend\n \n \n in person\n \n \n \n virtually\n August 18th - I plan to attend\n \n \n in person\n \n \n \n virtually\n CAPTCHA\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/building-bridges-of-support/2026-08-11/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Building-Bridges-of-Support-2026-Event-Website-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T070000 DTSTAMP:20260625T041123Z CREATED:20250621T012627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T041123Z UID:10000419-1787025600-1787036400@lightways.org SUMMARY:Building Bridges of Support DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to support the grievers in your community through this interactive training provided by Lightways Grief Counselors.\nThis is a two-part hybrid series:\nAugust 11th & August 18th from 9am-12pm\, 8:30am Check In/Light Breakfast\nBuilding Bridges of Support: Training for Community Grief Responders\nWe can all get better at grief\, and learning what is most helpful to grievers after the death of a loved one will increase your confidence in what to do or say to support them. This training is designed for community members and leaders (i.e. healthcare providers\, religious organizations\, community service providers\, senior living community staff\, funeral home directors\, etc.) who are interested in supporting their grievers in their community. All participants will receive a certificate of completion and can earn up to 6 CEUs. \nTraining Topics\n\nCommon Misconceptions about Grief\nCoping Tips for Grief\nWhat is Helpful Vs Not Helpful to Griever\nHow to Start a Support Group in your Community\nThe Importance of Rituals to Honor Those We’ve Lost\nHelpful Grief Support Resources\n\nFor more information contact us at 815.460.3282 \nFree event\, register below.\n*Although we do recommend attending in person\, there is an option to participate in the training virtually. \n\n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Participants Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Agency/Organization Name(Required)Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Please share what you are interested to learn to help you to support the grievers in your community(Required)August 11th - I plan to attend\n \n \n in person\n \n \n \n virtually\n August 18th - I plan to attend\n \n \n in person\n \n \n \n virtually\n CAPTCHA\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/building-bridges-of-support/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Building-Bridges-of-Support-2026-Event-Website-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260918T030225Z CREATED:20241218T225754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T030225Z UID:10000007-1790253000-1790265600@lightways.org SUMMARY:Wonderlight 2026 DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 24\, 2026\nBegins at 5:30pm Firefly Pavilion\, Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois Rt. 53\, Lisle Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is hosting its fourth annual Wonderlight on Thursday\, September 24 at the Morton Arboretum in Lisle. This year’s theme\, “Caring Through the Senses\,” celebrates the extraordinary impact of Lightways’ Integrative Therapies Program. We invite you to join us for an inspiring evening of fellowship in the beautiful setting as we raise funds to provide massage therapy\, music therapy\, and aromatherapy for hospice patients and their families. These compassionate therapies offer comfort\, ease anxiety\, promote relaxation\, and create meaningful moments of connection\, enhancing quality of life when it matters most. The evening includes a gourmet plated dinner\, raffle baskets\, paddle raise and much more. \nTicket sales close September 17\, 2026. URL:https://lightways.org/event/wonderlight-2026/ LOCATION:Morton Arboretum\, 4100 Illinois Rt. 53\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Wonderlight-2026-Website-Graphic-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T000000 DTSTAMP:20261022T213154Z CREATED:20260515T175106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T213154Z UID:10000423-1790892000-1790899200@lightways.org SUMMARY:Fall Grief Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:A workshop designed for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one.\nCome join the Grief Counselors at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care and other grievers to learn more about the grief journey. We will meet four evenings\, each evening dedicated to learning a particular aspect of the grief process. After grief education is provided\, participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences in small groups with other grievers who have experienced a similar loss. \nParticipants can choose to participate either in person (at Dorothy Brown Resource Center at Joliet office)\, or online (zoom). \nWorkshop is free of charge and open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one – whether or not their loved one was in the hospice program. \n*Although workshop is designed for participants to complete each session consecutively\, there is no requirement to attend all four sessions. \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Age(Required)Race/Ethnicity (optional)Gender (optional)What type of loss have you experienced (please mark all that apply)(Required)\n \n \n Loss of my spouse or partner\n \n \n \n Loss of my mother\n \n \n \n Loss of my father\n \n \n \n Loss of my child\n \n \n \n Other loss\n If other\, Please specifyWas the loved one that died on Lightways hospice program? (this is not a requirement to participate)(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n I would like to participate:(Required)\n \n In person\n \n \n remotely\n \n \n Both in person and remote\n \n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/fall-grief-workshop-series/2026-10-01/ LOCATION:Dorothy Brown Resource Center\, 320 Water Stone Way\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431 CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Fall-grief-workshop-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T200000 DTSTAMP:20261022T213154Z CREATED:20260515T175106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T213154Z UID:10000424-1791482400-1791489600@lightways.org SUMMARY:Fall Grief Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:A workshop designed for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one.\nCome join the Grief Counselors at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care and other grievers to learn more about the grief journey. We will meet four evenings\, each evening dedicated to learning a particular aspect of the grief process. After grief education is provided\, participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences in small groups with other grievers who have experienced a similar loss. \nParticipants can choose to participate either in person (at Dorothy Brown Resource Center at Joliet office)\, or online (zoom). \nWorkshop is free of charge and open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one – whether or not their loved one was in the hospice program. \n*Although workshop is designed for participants to complete each session consecutively\, there is no requirement to attend all four sessions. \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Age(Required)Race/Ethnicity (optional)Gender (optional)What type of loss have you experienced (please mark all that apply)(Required)\n \n \n Loss of my spouse or partner\n \n \n \n Loss of my mother\n \n \n \n Loss of my father\n \n \n \n Loss of my child\n \n \n \n Other loss\n If other\, Please specifyWas the loved one that died on Lightways hospice program? (this is not a requirement to participate)(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n I would like to participate:(Required)\n \n In person\n \n \n remotely\n \n \n Both in person and remote\n \n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/fall-grief-workshop-series/2026-10-08/ LOCATION:Dorothy Brown Resource Center\, 320 Water Stone Way\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431 CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Fall-grief-workshop-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T200000 DTSTAMP:20261022T213154Z CREATED:20260515T175106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T213154Z UID:10000425-1792087200-1792094400@lightways.org SUMMARY:Fall Grief Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:A workshop designed for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one.\nCome join the Grief Counselors at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care and other grievers to learn more about the grief journey. We will meet four evenings\, each evening dedicated to learning a particular aspect of the grief process. After grief education is provided\, participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences in small groups with other grievers who have experienced a similar loss. \nParticipants can choose to participate either in person (at Dorothy Brown Resource Center at Joliet office)\, or online (zoom). \nWorkshop is free of charge and open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one – whether or not their loved one was in the hospice program. \n*Although workshop is designed for participants to complete each session consecutively\, there is no requirement to attend all four sessions. \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Age(Required)Race/Ethnicity (optional)Gender (optional)What type of loss have you experienced (please mark all that apply)(Required)\n \n \n Loss of my spouse or partner\n \n \n \n Loss of my mother\n \n \n \n Loss of my father\n \n \n \n Loss of my child\n \n \n \n Other loss\n If other\, Please specifyWas the loved one that died on Lightways hospice program? (this is not a requirement to participate)(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n I would like to participate:(Required)\n \n In person\n \n \n remotely\n \n \n Both in person and remote\n \n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/fall-grief-workshop-series/2026-10-15/ LOCATION:Dorothy Brown Resource Center\, 320 Water Stone Way\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431 CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Fall-grief-workshop-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T200000 DTSTAMP:20261022T213154Z CREATED:20260515T175106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T213154Z UID:10000426-1792692000-1792699200@lightways.org SUMMARY:Fall Grief Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:A workshop designed for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one.\nCome join the Grief Counselors at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care and other grievers to learn more about the grief journey. We will meet four evenings\, each evening dedicated to learning a particular aspect of the grief process. After grief education is provided\, participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences in small groups with other grievers who have experienced a similar loss. \nParticipants can choose to participate either in person (at Dorothy Brown Resource Center at Joliet office)\, or online (zoom). \nWorkshop is free of charge and open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one – whether or not their loved one was in the hospice program. \n*Although workshop is designed for participants to complete each session consecutively\, there is no requirement to attend all four sessions. \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Age(Required)Race/Ethnicity (optional)Gender (optional)What type of loss have you experienced (please mark all that apply)(Required)\n \n \n Loss of my spouse or partner\n \n \n \n Loss of my mother\n \n \n \n Loss of my father\n \n \n \n Loss of my child\n \n \n \n Other loss\n If other\, Please specifyWas the loved one that died on Lightways hospice program? (this is not a requirement to participate)(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n I would like to participate:(Required)\n \n In person\n \n \n remotely\n \n \n Both in person and remote\n \n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/fall-grief-workshop-series/2026-10-22/ LOCATION:Dorothy Brown Resource Center\, 320 Water Stone Way\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431 CATEGORIES:Grief Support Program,Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Fall-grief-workshop-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T190000 DTSTAMP:20261022T213116Z CREATED:20250702T201111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T213116Z UID:10000393-1793293200-1793300400@lightways.org SUMMARY:Dia De Los Muertos Family Event DESCRIPTION:Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a two day festival that takes place every Nov 1st and 2nd traditionally in Mexico and Central America. This special day is celebrated to honor loved ones who have died. \nJoin us to learn more about this tradition and make an ofrenda (altar) to honor your loved one.\nMaterials will be provided and are free of charge. All ages are encouraged to participate. \nThis event will be led by Irene Zamudio\, Bilingual Grief Counselor and will be conducted in English with Spanish translation available.\nTraducción al Español disponible \nNo cost – FREE Event\n(Registration by October 16th is recommended)\nDownload a flyer. \nQuestions email griefsupport@lightways.org or call 815.460.3295 \nFree event\, register below.\n\n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n How many adults will be attending (other than you)?(Required)How many 17 and younger will be attending?(Required)What county do you live in?(Required)How long ago did your loved one die?(Required)Was your loved one that died in Lightways Hospice?(Required)(please note this is not a requirement to participate)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n What race/ethnicity do you and your group identify as?(optional - collected for purposes of grant proposals to help pay for event)CAPTCHA\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos-family-event/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dia-De-Los-Muertos-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T093000 DTSTAMP:20261022T213035Z CREATED:20261006T012723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T213035Z UID:10000422-1793863800-1793871000@lightways.org SUMMARY:Lightways We Honor Veterans – Veterans Day Breakfast DESCRIPTION:All Veterans are encouraged to join us for our annual Veterans Day Breakfast.\nAs a small thank you in honor of your service to our country\n\nThis Event will begin in person at 8:30 AM\nGuests are then treated with a breakfast and presentation from Joliet West High School Army JROTC\nCurbside option for breakfast pickup only\, also available at 7:30 AM or 8:00 AM\n\nBreakfast includes biscuits and gravy\, eggs\, bacon\, sausage\, French toast casserole\, fruit and pastries. \nIn-Person Program: 8:30am\nCarry-Out Options: 7:30am and 8:00am \nRegister Online Today\n\n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Military Branch(Required)BreakfastOne BreakfastTwo BreakfastsChoose one or two breakfastsWill you be attending the event in-person or picking up breakfast?(Required)\n \n \n In-Person\n \n \n \n Pickup\n Please choose one.Pickup Time7:30 am8:00 amPlease choose a pickup time.\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/lightways-we-honor-veterans-veterans-day-breakfast-2/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events,Veterans ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lightways-veterans-breakfast-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T203000 DTSTAMP:20261022T212532Z CREATED:20261005T223039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T212532Z UID:10000403-1794331800-1794342600@lightways.org SUMMARY:Don't leave your legacy to chance! Join us for an exclusive Estate & Financial Planning Seminar on November 10th. DESCRIPTION:Designed to help you navigate the complexities of estate and financial planning with confidence\, this seminar will cover topics essential for preserving your wealth and protecting your family’s future.\nA team of trusted professionals will join the event to offer valuable insights to you and your loved ones. You will learn strategies for protecting your assets\, minimizing taxes\, ensuring your legacy\, and more! \nTuesday\, November 10\, 2026\, from 5:30pm-8:00pm\nDinner will be provided! \n\nGuest Speakers\nEd Dollinger\nEd Dollinger has been with Edward Jones for almost 40 years. He works with families and business owners\, understanding what is most important to them and helping to build personalized investment strategies. Working closely with clients and their other trusted professionals\, he helps determine the most appropriate financial strategy to achieve their goals\, such as business retirement plan strategies\, insurance considerations\, building a personal retirement strategy\, and saving for other life goals. \nIn addition to working with clients\, Ed has served in leadership positions within his firm for many years. He has been recognized by Forbes as one of the Top 25 Best-in-State Wealth Advisors in Illinois for the last five years. \nHis wife\, Gloria\, and he reside in Joliet\, Illinois\, and they have three grown children: Matt\, Casey\, and Nathan. They both believe in giving back to their community and serve on many community boards. \n\nDavid D. Lennon\, CPA/PFS\nDavid D. Lennon\, CPA/PFS\, co-founded his own CPA firm in Joliet over 30 years ago. Working with individuals and small businesses\, he specializes in providing in-depth\, personalized income tax and investment solutions for a variety of complex circumstances. David is a Certified Public Accountant and Personal Financial Specialist and holds a BBA in accounting from the University of St. Francis in Joliet\, Illinois. \nHe and his wife\, Susan\, reside in Shorewood\, Illinois and enjoy spending time with their five children and eight grandchildren. \nAmong his work and efforts with local charitable organizations\, David previously served many years as the President of the St. Jude Joliet School Board and as a member of their Parish Council. \n\nBradley S. McCann\nBradley S. McCann\, of the law firm KGG LLC\, has been practicing law for twenty-seven years after practicing as a certified public accountant in tax and audit prior to law school. His law practice focuses mainly on estate and gift planning (structuring plans to maximize benefits for the family)\, income and estate tax planning and strategy (structuring plans to minimize tax consequences for individuals\, estates and businesses)\, corporate and business structuring and planning (ensuring optimal business structures from startup and strategies through ongoing operations)\, and residential and commercial real estate transactions (negotiating contracts and closing transactions). He represents many closely held\, family and farm businesses where he utilizes his skills and experience to properly advise those clients in all aspects of their business and family estate planning. \nHe\, his wife\, Ginger\, and his two children\, Caiden (22) and Kaely (19) reside in Shorewood\, Illinois. \nIn addition to his practice\, he is extremely proud of his extensive work with many local charitable organizations\, as a member\, officer\, board member or just as a participant in providing services to the community. \n\nEvent Registration – Reserve your spot today!\n\n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n \n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/estateplanning-2/ LOCATION:Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care\, 250 Water Stone Circle\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Estate-Planning-Event-Website-Event-Graphic-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T193000 DTSTAMP:20261022T212952Z CREATED:20260902T234727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T212952Z UID:10000420-1794938400-1794943800@lightways.org SUMMARY:Virtual Help for the Holidays For Families with Children or Teens DESCRIPTION:Facing the holidays without your loved one can be very challenging. \nJoin us and other grievers to learn tips on how to prepare for the holidays\, and make them a special time to honor your loved one. \nThis is an online virtual event. Meeting information will be sent via email before the event.\nRegistration recommended by Nov 5th \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Was your loved one in our hospice program?This is not required for registration.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Please share how many people are planning to attend.(Required)What are the ages of the Children?(Required)\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/virtual-help-for-the-holidays-for-families-with-children-or-teens/ CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Help-for-the-holidays-nov-17.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T193000 DTSTAMP:20261022T212823Z CREATED:20260902T235134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T212823Z UID:10000421-1795111200-1795116600@lightways.org SUMMARY:Virtual Help for the Holidays for Adults DESCRIPTION:Facing the holidays without your loved one can be very challenging. \nJoin us and other grievers to learn tips on how to prepare for the holidays\, and make them a special time to honor your loved one. \nThis is an online virtual event. Meeting information will be sent via email before the event.\nRegistration recommended by Nov 5th \n\n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Was your loved one in our hospice program?This is not required for registration.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Please share how many people are planning to attend?(Required)What are the ages of the children?(Required)\n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/virtual-help-for-the-holidays-for-adults/ CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Help-for-the-holidays-nov-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T210000 DTSTAMP:20261022T212701Z CREATED:20241218T230223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T212701Z UID:10000009-1795629600-1795640400@lightways.org SUMMARY:Lights of Love DESCRIPTION:22nd Annual Memorial Tribute and Tree Lighting Ceremony\nInvites you to share an evening of remembrance Registration is required by November 6th. Early registration is encouraged. \nAs we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving\, we are honored to host Lights of Love at the Rialto Square Theatre \nYour $35 donation includes: \n\nA memorial ornament made especially for Lights of Love.\n2 tickets to the event (additional tickets are available for $5 each)\nA photo of your loved one in a special Lights of Love video montage during the event.\nYour person will be remembered by name with a photo and short message you provide.\nMessages should be no more than 5-8 words (Common messages are\, “We love you Mom!” and “Always in our hearts!”)\nLights of Love Event Program with names listed.\n\nAdditional memorial ornaments are $20 each. \nDoors open at 5:00pm.\nProgram begins at 6:00pm \nRegistration is required by November 6th to be included in the video and program booklet. Early registration is encouraged. \nIf you prefer to register in person\, please bring your photo to Lightways’ main campus at 250 Water Stone Circle in Joliet between 8:00am – 4:30pm\, Monday-Friday. \n*If additional tickets are needed or you have questions\, please contact Nikki Gardner at 779.279.3709. \nRegistration Online Today\n\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name*Last Name*Email*\n \n Phone Number*Mailing Address*City*State*Zip Code*Name of person you are honoring:Please indicate the phonetic spelling of the name:Message to include in video tribute:Upload photo to include in video tribute here:Accepted file types: jpg\, png\, pdf\, gif\, Max. file size: 50 MB. If you are unable to upload photo\, please contact Nikki Gardner at 779-279-3709 or ngardner@lightways.orgLights of Love Registration Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $35.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Includes 2 tickets\, 1 photo and message submission for the video tribute and 1 Lights of Love OrnamentAdditional Memorial Ornament $20/ea. Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total Number of Additional Event Tickets $5/ea. Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $5.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Additional Lights of Love Donation:\n \n Donations support Lightways’ community Grief Support resources and services. You may make a donation to our Lights of Love event in any amount you choose. Please type in the dollar amount of your donation.Total\n \n Does anyone in your party require ADA Assistance?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n CAPTCHACredit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n Month\n \n Month010203040506070809101112\n \n \n \n Year\n \n Year20262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039204020412042204320442045\n \n \n \n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Submit URL:https://lightways.org/event/lightsoflove/ LOCATION:Rialto Square Theater\, 102 N. Chicago St.\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States CATEGORIES:Lightways Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lightways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Lights-of-Love-2026.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR