CCCB News
Celebrating Sam’s Club of Cicero, IL — Our 2025 Patricia Makris “Hold My Hand Award” Honoree
We’re excited to share some wonderful news with our Children’s Center families! Sam’s Club of Cicero, Illinois has been named the 2025 recipient of the Patricia Makris Hold My Hand Award — an honor given each year to recognize a community partner that goes above and beyond to support our children, families, and programs.
Sam’s Club has shown incredible generosity and kindness, helping The Children’s Center provide the best possible care and learning experiences for young children. Through their donations, volunteer work, and community involvement, they’ve made a real difference in helping us create safe, welcoming spaces where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
We’re deeply grateful to the Sam’s Club Cicero team for being such a caring and dependable partner. Their support truly reflects the spirit of this award and the vision of our founder, Patricia Makris—that when our community works hand in hand, we can give every child the strongest possible start in life.
47th Annual Hold My Hand Fundraiser
October 2025
On October 10th, the Children's Center of Cicero-Berwyn turned up the volume for its 47th annual Hold My Hand Fundraiser, held at Niko’s Banquet Hall in Bridgeview. With a lively “Rock and Roll” theme, guests were ready to jam out for a great cause—enjoying a night full of music, dancing, and good vibes. The crowd rocked the house while supporting the vital programs and services provided by CCCB. It was a show-stopping night of fun, generosity, and community spirit. A huge encore of thanks goes out to everyone who joined the celebration and to the sponsors who helped make the event a smash hit!
September 2025
Dr. Bina Habibi, Executive Director of The Children’s Center of Cicero-Berwyn, recently attended a “Meet & Greet” event at the Cicero Community Center with Cicero Town President Larry Dominick and Illinois State Senator Javier L. Cervantes. The event provided an opportunity to strengthen community partnerships and discuss initiatives supporting children and families in the Cicero area.
Meet and Greet
July 2025
Tickets are now available for purchase for the 47th Annual Hold My Hand Dance Fundraiser, hosted by The Children’s Center of Cicero Berwyn! Join us on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Niko’s Banquet Hall in Bridgeview for an unforgettable evening of fun, music, and community support. In addition to attending, there are exciting sponsorship opportunities available for individuals and businesses looking to make a meaningful impact. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring event and help support the vital programs and services provided by CCCB.
Hold my Hand Dance Fundraiser
Get ready to Shake, Rattle & Roll!
July 2025
Get ready to shake, rattle, and roll at the 47th Annual Hold My Hand Dance Fundraiser, hosted by The Children’s Center of Cicero Berwyn! Join us on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Niko’s Banquet Hall in Bridgeview for an unforgettable evening of fun, music, and community support. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—click here to buy tickets!
The 2024 Children’s Center of Cicero-Berwyn Hold My Hand Gala Raises Record Donations
October 2024
Celebrating 46-years of service to the Cicero, Berwyn, and surrounding communities, the CCCB honored our own Kathie Kokenes, with an awards-themed Gala. Attendees participated in the Gala dinner, silent auction, raffles, photo booths, and sponsorship opportunities to help raise funds for the CCCB programs. The CCCB thanked The Barbara and John Phair Foundation for their generous donation. The Gala raised a record-breaking amount of donations. All proceeds will benefit the children of the Community and will be reinvested into the community via the CCCB programs.
Press Release: The Children’s Center of Cicero-Berwyn Celebrates its 46th Anniversary
October 2024
The Patricia Makris Child Development Center Completes Renovations
September 2024
Founded in 1978, the Patricia Makris Child Development Center completed its renovation project in September 2024. The parking lot, classrooms, offices, hallways, and kitchen were upgraded. The improvements to the site will help to enrich the experiences of the student, families and staff. The CCCB is grateful to all the donors who helped to make this upgrade a reality.