November 17, 2026
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Blume & Ferris Public House
2201 Curtiss St Ste B, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Elf Shelf is one of DGJWC’s favorite holiday traditions — a fun night out that makes a real difference! Enjoy drinks, food, raffles and amazing auction items while helping raise funds to provide holiday gifts and support for local District 58 families in need.
The gifts purchased with funds raised at Elf Shelf help bring a little extra joy and excitement to local children on Christmas morning — something every child deserves to experience during the holidays.
Grab a friend (or a few!) and come enjoy a festive night out while supporting families right in our community.
Have fun. Bring your female friends. Give back.
Make Your Night Out Count
Support Elf Shelf by donating an auction basket, a unique experience, a bottle of wine or a wrapped gift to help make the evening special when raising funds for local families in need.
Auction Basket — A themed collection of donated items, gift cards, or goodies bundled together for guests to bid on.
Experience — A unique activity or outing donated for auction.
Wine Pull — Purchase a chance to choose a mystery bottle of wine.
Gift Grab — Purchase a chance to pick a mystery wrapped gift.
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Wine & Cheese Night (wine, glasses, board, snacks)
Self-Care Spa Basket (candles, skincare, bath items)
Coffee Lover’s Basket (local beans, mugs, treats)
Chocolate & Treats Basket
Game Day Basket (team gear, snacks)
Kids Activity Basket (craft kits, books, games)
Cozy Home Basket (blanket, candles, décor)
Kitchen Favorites Basket (utensils, oils, spices)
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Cookie Decorating Party (kids or adults)
Wine Tasting Night (at home or hosted space)
Themed Dinner Party (Italian, Taco Night, etc.)
Yoga + Brunch Session
Paint Night / Craft Workshop
Cooking or Baking Class
Cocktail-Making Class
Karaoke Night / Girls Night
Backyard Movie Night (summer/fall)
Sports Night / Game Night Party
Dance Class (Bollywood, Zumba, etc.) Bourbon/Wine Walk
Ready to donate a basket or experience? Fill out the form here!
Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club
Virtual Giving Tree 2026
It takes a village to make the holidays magical!
This season, we're coming together to spread joy to local District 58 families. Each wishlist includes gifts that will help make their holidays brighter. Simply choose an item (or a few!) and have your purchases shipped to the address provided. Our DGJWC members will take care of the wrapping and delivery, ensuring every gift arrives in time for the holidays. Together, we can make the season a little more special for our neighbors!
Indian Trail School
Kingsley School
Pierce Downer School
Fairmount School
Belle Aire School
Click the images above to explore each family's holiday wishlist! If you'd like to spread the joy by shopping for more than one family, please complete a separate transaction for each wishlist. Thank you for helping make the holidays brighter for our neighbors!
