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Moments of community,
connection, and celebration

From big celebrations to small, meaningful gatherings, these photos and videos offer a glimpse into life at Avenues. Together, they reflect the relationships, experiences, and shared joy that define who we are.

Photos

Masquerade Noir

2026 Gala

February 21, 2026

2025 Annual Dinner​

2025 Annual Dinner

October 24, 2025

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Looking back

Hornbrook Adventure Program

The Hornbrook Adventure Program (HAP) is an initiative designed to enrich the lives of individuals through tailored travel and community experiences.

Learn more about Avenues’ services, the people we serve, and the joy, community, and meaningful experiences that unfold every day.

How Ash & Willow’s Holly Santelli makes a difference in the lives of the people at Avenues–building community by giving back and offering free haircuts.

Avenues’ William & Jean Knaack Award recipient Holly Santelli and VP of Development Bob McNamara on ABC7 Chicago.

Holly Santelli of Ash & Willow Salon receives the William & Jean Knaack Award for her over 15 years of offering free haircuts and styling services to Avenues.

For our 2025 Annual Dinner and Dance, we celebrated how life is a highway – and all the different journeys our clients take. 

Together, we raised over $175,000 in support of adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

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