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Upcoming CGCC Events

    • August 09, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Humboldt Park Beach, 1400 N Humboldt Dr, Chicago, IL 60651
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    You are invited to our Free Annual MAGE Gifted Community Beach Meetup on Sunday, August 8, 2025 • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Humboldt Park Beach, 1400 N Humboldt Dr, Chicago, IL 60651

    🅿️ Free Parking (see map).

    🚻 Bathrooms: Available at the field house.

    🌴 Bring your own: Chairs, blankets, tents, toys, food, and sun protection.

    ⛱️ Notes:

    • Beach is public—we won’t be exclusively alone there.

    • This is not a drop-off event; parents are responsible for supervising their own children.

    • Weather updates: facebook.com/MageEducation

    Open to the entire MAGE community, including CGCC, Davidson, MENSA, and PGR families. No formal activities provided, this is a social gathering/picnic.



    • August 13, 2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • The White Chocolate Grill 1803 Freedom Dr Naperville IL
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    As the school year begins, it's the perfect time to reconnect, share experiences, and build a supportive community with other parents of bright, complex, and gifted children. Join us for a relaxed evening of conversation, encouragement, and connection with parents who understand the unique joys and challenges of raising exceptional kids.

    We'll be gathering at The White Chocolate Grill, where you can enjoy dinner, appetizers, dessert, or simply a beverage while spending time with fellow parents in a welcoming and supportive environment.

    Please register in advance so we can reserve adequate space for the group. This is a free event, with each attendee responsible for their own food and beverage purchases. If your plans change after registering, we kindly ask that you reply to the confirmation email so we can adjust our reservation accordingly.

    We look forward to seeing you and kicking off the school year together!



    • September 10, 2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Basil Greek Dining 4000 Fox Valley Center Dr. Aurora, IL
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    It's the perfect time to reconnect, share experiences, and build a supportive community with other parents of gifted, twice-exceptional, and complex learners. Join us for an informal evening of conversation, encouragement, and connection with families who understand the unique rewards and challenges of raising bright children.

    We'll gather at Basil Greek Dining for a relaxed evening where you can enjoy dinner, appetizers, dessert, or simply a beverage while getting to know fellow parents in a welcoming and supportive setting.

    Please register in advance so we can reserve appropriate seating for the group. Attendance is free, and each guest is responsible for their own food and beverage purchases. If your plans change after registering, please reply to the confirmation email so we can update our reservation.

    We look forward to seeing you and strengthening our CGCC parent community!





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The Chicago Gifted Community Center (CGCC) is a member-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created by parents to support the intellectual and emotional growth of gifted children and their families. 

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