The Chicago Academy of Sciences and its Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum host this spring gala, themed Brilliant Nature. Aon and its CEO, Greg Case, are honored for their commitment to science education. Cocktails, dinner, dancing and a program emceed by NBC's Anne Thompson inspire guests to connect with nature and science. Featured image: Splash/Sun Times
The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presents Prime Time, the late night series that reflects the creative pulse of Chicago. Taking place three times a year, MCA Prime Time is an after-hours, electrifying social experience that provides a platform for artists and key cultural groups in the city. May 6 - Purple Get up close…
The Lyric Opera fundraiser is presented by the company's Women's Board and Guild Board of Directors. The evening includes cocktails, dinner and a Lyric Opera performance of Rodgers and Hammerstein musical The King and I. Featured image: The Lyric Opera
The Inaugural Uncorked: Chicago wine festival features 50 wineries, over 100 wines to taste, gourmet food trucks, live music, custom photo booth and lots of other fun goodies to enjoy. There are two sessions to choose between: The first session has VIP admission at 1 p.m. with general admission from 2 - 5 p.m. The…
Supporting Ravinia's Reach Teach Play Education Programs. MUSIC MATTERS Music is a powerful part of a complete education. It sparks creativity in the minds of children and teaches them valuable teamwork and problem solving skills. Yet today, many schools across Chicago lack the resources to provide music education. With your support Ravinia can change that.…
Merit’s annual Gala is the largest fund raising event of the year featuring performances by Merit’s students. The 2016 Alice S. Pfaelzer Award for Distinguished Service to the Arts will be presented to Anthony and Demarre McGill, principal clarinet and flute of the New York Philharmonic and Dallas Symphony Orchestra, respectively, and their parents, Ira Carol and…
In celebration of the restaurant's Five-Year Anniversary, Porkchop will host a Hawaii-5-0/Tiki-themed party on their spacious outdoor patio along Randolph Street. The party will feature two whole pig roasts, one at noon and the other at 6:00 pm, shot girls, fire dancers and fire breathers, limbo contests, giveaways and other indulgent specials. In addition, the restaurant…
40th Anniversary Gala Sponsors Caroline and Keating Crown, Nora Daley and Sean Conroy, Liz and Eric Lefkofsky, Tracy Letts and Carrie Coon, Anna D. Shapiro and Ian Barford invite you to join them for Steppenwolf’s 40th Anniversary Gala to celebrate with the accomplished artists whose talents and tenacity have made Steppenwolf the powerhouse it is today.…
Get ready to paint the town red at the Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/N Loop/Michigan Ave’s Wine & Canvas night on Wednesday, May 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment and drink specials at the historic Chicago Motor Club building at 68 E. Wacker Place, where you will get the chance to paint…
Every other month, RAW Directors in cities across the world hand-pick and spotlight local artistic talent in visual art, fashion design, film,music, performance art, hair & makeup artistry, and photography through local eclectic RAW events. With artists from all genres in each showcase, RAW events come together to form an amazing one-night circus of creativity.…
Exhale will celebrate its 4th Annual FusionFest event nationwide! The event, in partnership with Women’s Health magazine, will feature a complimentary evening of Core Fusion classes along with lite bites, goodie bags, giveaways, DJ’s and more at 13 exhale locations nationwide. Exhale will be hosting FusionFest at both of its Chicagoland locations in the Goldcoast…
Since the close of the Second World War, the Woman’s Board of Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago has proven to be a powerful force in Chicago’s philanthropic community. The members of the Woman’s Board are strongly committed to the mission of BGCC, funding programs across all 21 Chicago area Clubs. The annual Summer Ball…
Theme: Daring. Dazzling. Dynamic. Proceeds from the Gala will benefit Goodman Theatre’s Education and Community Engagement Programs
The annual MIC gala is the single largest source of scholarship and financial aid, and because of the generosity of individuals and companies, more than 500 students and clients received more than $500,000 in financial aid and scholarships this year. The Dushkin Award is presented at each annual gala. It was established 26 years ago,…
LoganSquarist's is celebrating five years with a unique event, Modern Fête—a fundraising event and anniversary celebration. In partnership with Greenhouse Loft, enjoy a unique night of sips, nibbles and community love while helping LoganSquarist raise money to cover their operating costs. Additionally, 5% of the night's proceeds will be donated to the Center for Changing Lives, a nonprofit organization…
