Entries by Sarah Scherdt

FSG Welcomes New Board Members & Villagers

FSG welcomes three members to its board of directors as well as acknowledges the service of outgoing board members. Our newest board members were elected at the June board meeting: Holly Newcomb, Lara Port, and Sheri Styles. They may serve up to three two-year terms beginning at the start of the new fiscal year on […]

New! Donor Recognition Playhouse

Family Service of Glencoe (FSG) is pleased to announce a special playhouse will be coming to Glencoe to celebrate our major donors. The playhouse, a small wooden structure complete with play sink and stove, invites our town’s youngsters to engage in imaginary and collaborative play. It will first be located at Wyman Green in front […]

Senior Discussion Group Meeting at Chicago Botanic Garden

Family Service of Glencoe’s Vibrant Living Senior Discussion Group is on the go this month to the Chicago Botanic Garden. Facilitated by FSG staff counselor Joan Merlo, LCSW, participants will experience the benefits of “Mindfulness in Nature” on the Thursday, June 22 outing. The group will depart from the Takiff Center at 12:30pm and leave […]

Drop-In Meditation Update

Thank you to everyone who has participated in our drop-in meditation series this past year. We hope it has been a meaningful experience for you. This class will be taking a break for the summer months. For more information about our meditation offerings or to be contacted when the class resumes, please contact FSG Staff […]

Check Out the Summer Glencoe Quarterly

The Glencoe Quarterly is a combined newsletter published jointly by the Village, the Park District, School District 35 and Family Service of Glencoe. This publication is mailed four times each year to all Glencoe residents and includes current topics of interest and general information about services and programs. Read the current issue online here: Summer […]

Community Support Shines at Annual Benefit

The Board of Directors of Family Service of Glencoe (FSG), led by event co-chairs Nicole Hayek and Amy Maher, hosted a colorful Glencoe Under the Stars: Fiesta benefit that raised more than $175,000 to ensure that FSG’s counseling and crisis care services will continue to be available to all in need. On Saturday, May 20, […]

Let the Bidding Begin!

FSG’s Fiesta silent auction is open! 80+ packages with amazing items and experiences for your bidding pleasure. Guests are encouraged to pre-register for the auction for a smooth check-in process. The silent auction is open to the public. Winner need not be present to win. There’s something to tempt everyone as we bid high to […]

Tickets on Sale Now for Fiesta!

With our mission at the forefront, FSG hosts an annual celebration to raise funds for the critical programs and services that care for those in our village who are struggling with emotional and psychological challenges such as addiction, depression, and bullying. Nicole Hayek, Benefit Co-Chair, notes “FSG has served as a lifeline to individuals and […]

Check Out the Spring Glencoe Quarterly

The Glencoe Quarterly is a combined newsletter published jointly by the Village, the Park District, School District 35 and Family Service of Glencoe. This publication is mailed four times each year to all Glencoe residents and includes current topics of interest and general information about services and programs. Read the current issue online here: Spring […]

Dr. Wendy Mogel Returns on March 14

Am Shalom, District 35, Family Service of Glencoe (FSG), Glencoe PTO, Glencoe Clergy Association, and the Village of Glencoe are welcoming Dr. Wendy Mogel back to Glencoe on Tuesday, March 14 at 7pm for an important community discussion. Dr. Mogel is a clinical psychologist, parenting expert, New York Times best-selling author, and international keynote speaker. […]