September 15, 2010--On September 15, Guests gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the newest Balani Custom Clothiers store location. Party-goers enjoyed mingling with friends, while previewing the stores custom tailored suits and shirts. Read more
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September 3, 2010- Single city dwellers gathered at Ravinia Festival to mix-n-mingle before enjoying the sounds of summer with Nelly Furtado. Ravinia, in partnership with Chicago magazine, hosted an exclusive VIP event before the evening’s performance. Partygoers enjoyed specialty cocktails from Don Julio and Ketel One Oranje, as well as Heineken beer and wine from Seven Daughters. Ted Brunson, the host of CLTV’s Chicago’s Best, emceed the evening. Guests also entered to win prizes from a raffle drawing, and two lucky winners won a meet-n-greet with Nelly Furtado. Read more
August 26, 2010- On August 26th, guests gathered at Northwestern University for the American Craft Exposition Benefit preview party. Guests could view unique art pieces and crafts, while enjoying delicious hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. The evening kicked off the three-day Craft Exposition and ticket sales supported critical cancer research. Read more
August 18, 2010- Chicago magazine and Stella Artois hosted the final “Stella Summer Music Series” event at Hub51. Guests gathered for a special musical performance by Kevin Mileski and enjoyed complimentary Stella Artois. Read more
August 17, 2010 – Chicago magazine and Stella Artois hosted the second event of the “Stella Summer Music Series” at Moonshine. Guests enjoyed complimentary Stella Artois and music by David McMillin. Read more
August 11, 2010- Chicago magazine and Stella Artois hosted part one of the “Stella Summer Music Series” at Citizen Bar. Guests gathered to celebrate the summer with complimentary Stella Artois and a special performance by Matthew Santos. Read more
August 12, 2010- Designs for Dignity kicked off the 2010 Kitchen Walk with La Dolce Vita Kick off Party at Artemide. The evening celebrated the 2010 Kitchen Walk which will take place on October 16, 2010 in Michigan’s Harbor Country. Guests enjoyed an evening of Italian cocktails and music, and an exciting raffle emceed by Jan Parr, editor of Chicago Home + Garden. Read more
July 22, 2010- PAWS Chicago, the city’s largest No Kill, humane organization hosted the 8th Annual Beach Party on Thursday, July 22 at Castaways Boathouse at North Avenue Beach. This year’s event had more than 500 people and dogs in attendance, making it one of Chicago’s largest pet-friendly social gatherings. Presented by Associated Publications and North Community Bank, this year’s Beach Party was the most successful to-date, raising nearly $225,000 for homeless pets! Read more
August 1, 2010 – More than 100 guests gathered at Base Bar at the Hard Rock Hotel to watch Chicago’s top bartenders mix up their best Tanqueray® & Tonic with a twist. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails and complimentary grooming services from Halo for Men.
A panel of six judges sampled the competing drinks to determine winners in the categories of best bar, pub, and tavern; best national chain, hotel, and fine dining; and best mixology and cocktail venue. Of those three winners, Josh Pearson of Sepia was chosen as the overall winner, Chantelle Pabros of Chizakaya Japanese Pub was awarded second place overall, and Rudy Matic of McCormick & Schmick’s Gold Coast received third place overall.
Read moreJuly 15, 2010- Guests gathered to learn the hottest trends in kitchen layouts, tile, faucets, and countertops, and how to keep it all clean in the busiest spot in the home. Chicago Home + Garden’s evening of great design featured Jan Parr, Editor of Chicago Home + Garden, and design Experts from the Community Home Supply store. Read more