Four fabulous years and the tradition only gets better. Your favorite Coonley señoritas are delighted to welcome you back for an evening of perfectly shaken margaritas, delicious Mexican-inspired bites, and effortlessly good company. Expect ice-cold margaritas, crave-worthy Mexican bites, and the kind of laughs that definitely require a group chat recap the next morning. So grab your amigas, dust off your fiesta flair, and join us for the fourth annual Margaritas with Your Señoritas — where the drinks are strong and the stories get stronger. 

Date: Thursday, May 14th, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Marcie's House (1845 W. Cuyler Avenue)

Spots Available: 50

Cost: $65 per ticket

Eligible Participants: Ladies Only

Thanks to: Marcie Barcenas, Amy Greene, Chloe Patton, Kara Weibeler

Join us for an exciting day of sporting clays, friendly competition, great food, and fireside cigars! Whether you're a seasoned shooter or a first-timer, this event is all about fun, camaraderie, and maybe a little friendly bragging rights.  Meet at the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation in Dundee, IL where you'll be provided a gun rental, ammo, clay targets, and expert guide service with shooting tips.  After shooting, we'll make way to the restaurant for a seated dinner and cigars by the campfire.  Guests are responsible for arranging their own ride to and from McGraw, and the event and dinner are BYOB.  

Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026

Time: 2:30 p.m. Clays; 6:30 p.m. Dinner

Location: Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation (14N322 Illinois Route 25, Dundee, IL)

Spots Available: 8

Cost: $250 per ticket

Eligible Participants: Adults 

Thanks to: Ben Ruff, Bill Stanley 

“We ARE a part of it, 1st Grade 1st Grade.” Our kiddos are now in 1st Grade! We have all learned the Coonley ropes and where Door 10 is. Join your fellow 1st grade parents for a fun evening—no homework help, early bedtimes, or morning rush required! Come relax, connect with other parents, and enjoy a well-deserved night out as we kick off the 1st grade year together.

Date: Wednesday, August 26th, 2026

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: North Center Venue

Spots available: 50

Cost: $65 per ticket

Eligible participants: Parents of ‘26-’27 First Graders

Thanks to: Marcie & Gabe Barcenas, Esther & McKay Brown, Jill & Scott Freeman, Katie & Tom Lacy, Andria & Aaron Winters

Welcome back! As we dive into an exciting new school year, it's time to shake off the summer sand and reconnect with our 7th-grade community. Join us for our Back-to-School Parent Social & Fundraiser Seventh and Social—the perfect chance to hang with fellow parents, swap summer stories, and support the incredible programs at Coonley. Let's kick off the year with great company and a common cause; we can't wait to see you there!

Date: Thursday, August 27th, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: North Center 7th Grade Family Home

Spots available: 50

Cost:  $65 per ticket

Eligible participants: Parents of ‘26-’27 Seventh Graders

Thanks to: Olivia & Tim Brennan, Bria Coates & Jonathan Fussell, Kelley Curtin & Joe Bernstein, Cynthia Galvan & Amy Lawless, Meredith & Paul Trost

After last year's success, the 2nd Grade Parent Bash is back to kick off the school year in style! Join us to reconnect after summer, meet new friends, and toast to the year ahead. Let’s keep the momentum going and make this year even better than the last—we can’t wait to see the 2nd-grade 'village' back together!

Date: Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: North Center 2nd Grade Family Home

Spots available: 50

Cost: $65 per ticket 

Eligible participants: Parents of ‘26-’27 Second Graders

Thanks to: Leah & Jonathan Beitner, Cynthia Galvan & Amy Lawless, Katie & Eric Nikolaus, Melanie & Adam Russell, Lisa & Jason Sato, Stephanie & Mike Schaffer

Wait. Fifth graders? Before lockers and the middle school whirlwind, join us for great food, cold drinks, and a night together under the late summer sky. A chance to hang before schedules fill up and the year takes off. One last elementary lap. Let’s make it count.
Date: Thursday, September 3rd, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: The Siddall’s House (4314 N. Claremont Avenue) Spots available: 50 Cost: $65 per ticket
Eligible participants: Parents of ‘26-’27 Fifth Graders 

Thanks to: Meghan & Mike Altier, Crystal & Andy Crestodina, Kelley Curtin & Joe Bernstein, Simona & Jake Siddall, Sarah & Simon Stephens

Four full years together, and now we’ve got fourth graders—it’s time to celebrate and reconnect! Join fellow Coonley moms for a fun night out filled with drinks, snacks, and great conversation. This is the perfect chance to catch up with old friends or make new ones as we start a new year!

Date: Thursday, September 10th, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Coonley Mom’s North Center Yard

Spots available: 50

Cost: $65

Eligible participants: Ladies only 

Thanks to: Marcie Barcenas, Carolyn Culberg, Debbie Hersh

Somehow, they are third graders. Bigger backpacks, more opinions, and a little more independence. Join us for an evening of wine, beer, and appetizers as we celebrate the start of another school year. Reconnect after summer, meet new families, and enjoy a relaxed night before fall routines kick in. Here’s to a great third grade year!

Date: Thursday, September 17th, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Banjavcic Side Yard (Leavitt)

Spots available: 50

Cost: $65 per ticket 

Eligible participants: Parents of ‘26-’27 Third Graders

Thanks to: Meghan & Mike Altier, Shannon & Scott Banjavcic, Jessica & Brendan Carter, Jen & Taylor Cimala

Calling all Coonley Dads! It is time to hit the links and enjoy a fall morning on the golf course. Rivaled only by Augusta, the Cougar Open is the most fun game of golf that you’ll play all season. Whether you’re in it for the golf or the laughs, it's a laid-back way to connect and meet other dads at Coonley. You won’t want to miss this un-fore-getable event. 

Date: Friday, September 18th, 2026

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: Indian Boundary Golf Course (8600 W. Forest Preserve Avenue, Chicago)

Spots available: 52

Cost: $110 per ticket 

Eligible participants: Men only 

Thanks to: Mike Altier, McKay Brown, Brendan Carter, Philip Larkin, Mike McAvoy, Jeff Paramore, Andy Perkins, Colin Powers

Step into a night designed for true connoisseurs — and anyone who loves a fabulous evening out. Join us for an intimate whiskey tasting featuring small-batch, hard-to-find pours led by Coonley’s own Ryan Perry, a 15-year whiskey industry expert and master blender, who will guide guests through each tasting with insider stories and notes you won’t find on Google. Enjoy heavy chef-curated appetizers, decadent desserts, and thoughtfully selected wines and non-alcoholic options while you mix, mingle, and connect with friends old and new. Co-hosts Jill and Scott Freeman of Bryn Mawr Jewelers will also offer private shopping throughout the evening, with 20% of proceeds donated back to Coonley.

Limited tickets. Exceptional pours. An unforgettable night. Cheers to great whiskey, great company, and supporting our school in style.

Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026

Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Location: Bryn Mawr Jewelry (5139 N. Clark Street)

Spots available: 30

Cost: $100 per ticket

Eligible participants: Adults

Thanks to: Jill & Scott Freeman, Lauren & Ryan Perry