An Intimate Evening with Violinist Lee England Jr. and Love Notes Music Organization International Artist and Violinist, Lee England Jr., recently acquired by Quincy Jones Productions management, is set to launch his global music initiative with a charitable gala in his hometown of Waukegan, IL on March 20, 2016 at 7 PM, in partnership with…
The 12th Annual Good Food Festival & Conference is coming up March 24-26 in Chicago! The Midwest's premier annual celebration of the fast-growing Good Food movement is presented by FamilyFarmed, a leader in promoting locally and sustainably produced food for almost two decades. The Good Food Festival & Conference will bring together regional and national…
Donut worry, be happy and eat donuts! Taste some of the best donuts in Chicago as we celebrate our love for these delicious, sugary treats! Tickets include donut tastings from some of Chicago's most famous donut shops & bakeries as well as some hidden gems you may not have heard of! Tickets also include 3…
900 North Michigan Shops is proud to present their new “I AM CHICAGO” ad campaign launching summer 2016. This campaign will represent Chicago and the passion and innovation embodied by the locals who keep this city beating. On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 during the hours of 12pm- 8pm, 900 Shops will host a casting call…
With Chicago roots and Texas ties, Daphne Willis brings both musicality and grit to the songs she writes and plays. Born in San Antonio to a classically trained vocalist and audio engineer, Daphne began singing at an early age and found her way to the guitar in high school. Since then, she’s developed the confidence,…
Custom home furnishing innovator, Walter E. Smithe (smithe.com) is partnering with renowned designer and Bravo television personality Jeff Lewis to bring his signature high-styled and accessible designs to Chicago area abodes. As part of the partnership, Lewis has curated room vignettes using resources only available at Walter E. Smithe. The Walter E. Smithe + Jeff…
The Chicago Latino Film Festival (CLFF) is produced every April by the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC), a pan-Latino, nonprofit, multidisciplinary arts organization dedicated to developing, promoting and increasing awareness of Latino culture among Latinos and other communities by presenting a wide variety of art forms. The Chicago Latino Film Festival began in…
Ready to Pedal? World Sport Chicago will return to the House of Blues on Saturday, April 9th for the third annual Spin to Break the Cycle charity spinathon. The benefit is a high-energy, indoor cycling event that challenges participants to get active for programs that have proven to make an impact on building stronger, safer…
In honor of the long standing relationship between Mercedes Benz and fashion, the Autohaus on Edens showroom will be transformed into a dynamic catwalk and fashion hub in conjunction with their yearly, can’t miss, North Shore fashion event Launch 2016: Driving Fashion Forward. This 5th annual event will be held on Sunday, April 10th and…
The Design Center at The Merchandise Mart is excited to celebrate the annual DreamHome opening on Thursday, April 14 from 6-8pm at a special Preview Party benefitting Almost Home Kids. This Naperville-based charity is the official beneficiary of DreamHome and provides transitional care in a home-like setting to children with complicated health needs, training for…
Insiders know that spring is officially here when the Antiques, Garden & Design Show opens at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The Show promises to inspire stylish living, while offering beautiful gardens and objects in a way that transcends the ordinary. Those attending the Preview Evening will be the first to experience the Show as they enjoy…
Featuring the finest in Artisan Chocolate, Artisanal Foods and Wine, with demonstrations and more. *The Chicago Artisan Chocolate Festival supports BEAR NECESSITIES PEDIATRIC CANCER FOUNDATION. Saturday 11am - 7pm; Sunday 11am - 6pm More info: http://www.fineartisanevents.com/choc/
Pinot Days Chicago is our most intimate event, but it has the biggest heart. 65 wineries fly into the Windy City and we paint the town pinot with Winemaker Dinners, "Meet the Winemaker" pinot and food pairings at local wine bars and restaurants, tastings at boutique retail stores and finally, the Grand Festival at beautiful…
Every spring, Chicago Chef Week returns, with more than 100 restaurants offering a three-course prix-fixe menu for lunch or a four-course prix-fixe for dinner. Each year CCW adds trendy newcomers to a long list of fine-dining standbys, drawing bargain-hunting Chicagoans to try out the latest culinary hotspots and revisit old favorites. From Asian or Argentinian…
What is the Vintage Garage Chicago? The Garage is literally a parking garage in Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. Each month welcomes 75 to 100 vendors selling vintage and antique goods on the first two levels, and ramps, of the structure. It’s covered, so vendors don’t need tents and customers won’t get rained on. You’d be surprised…
