2015 Chicago Cubs Convention January 7, 2015 Hey Chicago! Ashten here; I'm ready to tell you about an awesome event that's been happening for 30 years! As rumors of sold-out rooms continue to escalate, sports fans in Chicago begin to anticipate...
Chicago Cubs’ Anthony Rizzo on “A Piece of The Game” July 31, 2014 You can team with the Cubs' Anthony Rizzo to save kids' lives. Plus, you can own his game used jersey and bat. How? Keep reading...
Chinese New Year Events in Chicago: The Year of the Horse January 23, 2014 The Chinese New Year is upon us and it’s time to celebrate the year of the Horse with several different events hitting Chicago! If you're looking for something to do, check out this list of must-see events that are meant to transform Chicago into the largest Chinese New Year destination in North America!
The David DeJesus Family Foundation and Cubs Charities Host “Strike A Cord” Celebrity Karaoke Benefit January 11, 2014 My husband David may have been traded to another team, but that does not stop us from returning home and hosting a charity fundraiser with his former teammates. The David DeJesus Family Foundation has teamed up with Cubs Charities to host “Strike a Chord” Celebrity Karaoke to benefit ALS research, a disease which has affected our close friend Brian Schnurstein. The event will feature David, myself, Ryan Chiaverini (Windy City LIVE), Jeff Hoover (WGN), B96 Morning Show team, Danni Allen (winner of Biggest Loser) and Cubs players teaming up with local media personalities and Chicagoans to compete on the microphone. In addition to cocktails, food will be provided by American Junkie, Chicago Q, Siena Tavern, Wow Bao and GT Fish & Oyster.
Bacon, Sports, and Beer Celebration Benefiting Chicago Cares! October 23, 2013 Grab some bacon, drink some beer, and play some sports at this awesome opportunity to celebrate three of the best things in life. Wash down some warm and delicious bacon at this delectable event at Union Station’s Great Hall. On November 23rd, taste various samples of scrumptious bacon inspired creations from more than 30 different restaurants. Savor beer samples from over 30 craft breweries as well, all in a fun, social, and sports themed environment!
Champions for Children’s with the Lurie Children’s Hospital October 16, 2013 Ann & Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital presents, the Fifth Annual Champions for Children’s, on Friday November 1, from 6:30pm to 10pm at the Hilton Chicago.
Hot Stove Cool Music Concert to Feature Poi Dog Pondering, Parkington Sisters, Brede Baldwin & Kay Hanley at The Metro Chicago June 19, 2013 I’m thrilled to share an event with you that I’m really looking forward to, which will help a number of youth nonprofit organizations in the Chicago area. Theo Epstein (Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations) and his brother Paul Epstein’s “The Foundation to Be Named Later” is bringing Hot Stove Cool Music back to Chicago this Friday at Metro Chicago, and we hope you can join us for this unforgettable event! A limited number of tickets are still available by visiting www.metrochicago.com or by clicking here.
Champs for Charity Good for Players & Fans November 1, 2012 It’s a tough time to be a hockey fan. The ongoing lockout doesn’t seem to be near an end at all, games are being canceled handfuls at a time, and the list of players signing overseas continues to grow.
Chicago Cubs Kerry Wood 6th Annual Strike Zone Celebrity Bowling Tournament September 14, 2011 Chicago Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood and his wife, Sarah, are holding the 6th Annual Kerry Wood Strike Zone Celebrity Bowling Tournament. Over the years with this fundraiser, they have raised over 2 million dollars for children in and around the Chicagoland area!
Chicago Cubs’ 1st Annual “Wrigleyville Block Party!” June 16, 2011 Hey BillyDec.com readers! Matt Kochis here, Summer Intern for Billy - thought I would share this fun event happening this weekend! The Chicago Cubs are throwing their first ever “Wrigleyville Block...