Decades Pop-up at Space 519! March 11, 2013 Hi Chicago! It's Amanda Puck, fashion fiend and style expert, guest blogging to bring you the latest news about the upcoming Decades trunkshow that no fashonista will want to miss!
Martha Stewart’s “Wedding Party” comes to Chicago! March 5, 2013 Good news brides to-be! The Martha Stewart Wedding party is making it’s first ever stop right here in Chicago! So don’t worry if you still have things to check off your to-do list, this event has got you covered-and all under one roof! Before diving into the rest of the details, mark your calendars for Sunday, March 10 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and join Darcy Miller, editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings, Meghan Andalman, founder of Lovebird Events and Claudia Hanlin, founder of the Wedding Library, for a day of inspiration and fun!
Common Threads Celebrates 10 Years With World Festival at Soldier Field February 25, 2013 Hi Chicago! Allow me to introduce myself, my name is Jessica Ortiz and thank Billy for his support throughout the years. Billy has been a close family friend for some time now after being a student of my dad’s at Chicago- Kent Law School. One thing I admire most about him is how much he gives back to Chicago, especially to the children. I found my place at the Chicago-based nonprofit Common Threads in 2012 and knew exactly who to contact as I quickly became a Chicago foodie. Who else puts more photos of food on social media than Mr.Dec?
Help Redmoon Light-Up Chicago at Spectacle Lunatique! February 21, 2013 Prepare yourself to experience four blockbuster spectacle moments, 1,874 candles, 164 performers and 31 wild happenings throughout seven hours of celebration at Redmoon’s 12th-annual Spectacle Lunatique.
What is This Thing Called Love?: Joffrey Ballet Chicago February 9, 2013 There is a school of thought held by many editors that two people writing an article is impossible. We assured Billy that would not be the case. We are accustomed to finishing each others sentences. Most get the hang of it. Those that don't? Not our problem really.
Eurofest 2013 at Chicago French Market! February 7, 2013 Oui oui! Bonjour! Want to travel to Europe without leaving Chicago? (well, actually, no I’m sure we would all rather be in Europe!) But hey! Let’s save ourselves some money and head to the Chicago French Market for the FREE Eurofest event this Saturday!
Joffrey Auxiliary Board’s Pointe of Departure Art Exhibition Benefit February 3, 2013 Hi, this is Terrence Chappell. I'm the event chair for the Joffrey Auxiliary Board, and I'm writing to tell you about the Joffrey Auxiliary Board's Pointe of Departure art exhibition benefit. Art begets style and American legends as the Joffrey Auxiliary Board hosts their 3rd annual Pointe of Departure benefit on Thursday, Feb. 7. Located at 108 N. State St., and just overlooking the Joffrey Tower, Block 37’s raw, loft penthouse space will welcome the city’s jet set of budding philanthropists, tastemakers and artists for an evening of commissioned art themed after American legends and inspired by the movement of dance, custom cocktails, heavy hors d'oeuvres, exclusive silent auction gifts, and above all a celebration of the Joffrey Ballet.
Battle of the Beats: Red Bull’s Thre3Style Takes Chicago January 21, 2013 It’s a pretty well known fact that Red Bull events NEVER disappoint. What’s their secret? I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s as simple as “thinking outside of the box.” Red Bull is always a hop, skip and a jump ahead of the curve, hosting events that aren’t even on the rest of the world’s radar. So, I wasn’t surprised to learn that Red Bull Thre3Style is, yet again, like nothing else out there.
Maverick Musician to Perform at City Winery: Jose Feliciano January 17, 2013 Wednesday, January 23rd at 8pm, world-renowned musician Jose Feliciano will be performing with special guest DJ Sound Culture at City Winery. Even if you don’t recognize his name, you are probably familiar with some of Feliciano’s work, including the holiday staple “Feliz Navidad.”
Chicago Artist Jess Godwin Headlines the Historic Mayne Stage Friday, January 18th! January 16, 2013 Dear Chicago, Live music! Free Cookies! Boobs! Ok, TOTALLY kidding about the boobs. But I have your attention now, right? This Friday, my band will playing a big all ages show at Mayne Stage to promote the release of my new single, “Santa Monica”, and it would be amazing to see you there. All of you! All five of you who didn’t run for the hills when I said, “live music”.