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FASHION Backstage Party
By Randy Belice and Bridget Cicenia
March 23, 2006 - Chicago magazine celebrated the Spring 2006 edition of Chicago FASHION on March 23, 2006 with "Backstage." More than 200 guests were transported to the backstage of a fashion show, complete with models dressing on raised platforms, a Green Room for VIPs, and a giant painting of the issue's cover. Advertisers took to the catwalk flaunting fashions for spring. Photos by Randy Belice and Bridget Cicenia Read more
10 Cane Summer Soiree
By Randy Belice
May 25, 2007 - 10 Cane Rum and Chicago magazine hosted a summer soiree at Le Passage. One hundred-fifty guests “sipped” away to summer as they enjoyed signature 10 Cane Rum mojitos and pink lemonade cocktails. Read more
Grand Marnier Mixer
By Megan Bearder
June 20, 2006 - Chicago magazine and Grand Marnier hosted The Grand Marnier Mixer, an evening of mixing and mingling at Adobo Grill Wicker Park. Replete with margaritas and signature Mexican fare, the event marked the perfect way to welcome the summer months and featured a how-to margarita demonstration. Read more
Parkways Foundation Garden Party
By Megan Beader
June 22, 2006 - Parkways Foundation's fourth annual Garden Party raised $290,000 to benefit a new signature playground in Washington Park. Nearly 700 attendees in hats of all styles lunched under a tent at Daley Bicentennial Plaza. An additional $3,500 in scholarship funds was raised for children to attend the after-school program at the Park. Read more
All Paws on Deck Party
By Jennifer Girard

July 11, 2007- Marking its fifth year, Chicago pet lovers and their-four legged friends will once again storm Castaways at the North Avenue Beach House on Wednesday, July 11, 2007. This popular, pet-friendly summer event will feature cocktails, buffet, dancing and a silent auction. For more information go to www.pawschicago.org or call 773-843-4884.

Last year's event was hosted by PAWS Chicago Development Board and co-chaired by Richard Doermer, Kimberly Gleeson, and John Vaile. It was attended by more than 500 people and raised over $130,000.

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Chicagoans of the Year Luncheon at the Four Seasons Hotel
By Robert Carl
January 18, 2007 - For the 13th consecutive year, Chicago magazine was pleased to introduce its Chicagoans of the Year, nine individuals who have made vital contributions to the life and spirit of the city during 2006. This year’s honorees ranged from the two dancers who founded an annual AIDS fundraiser to the doctor who invented a revolutionary prosthetic. The magazine celebrated their achievements at its annual Chicagoans of the Year luncheon on Thursday, January 18, 2007, at the Four Seasons Hotel. Recipients also received a $1,000 donation to the charities of their choice courtesy of the Chicago Tribune Foundation. Read more
A Hard Rock Day – A Hard Rock Night
By Randy Belice
On Wednesday, August 30th, Chicago magazine, the Hard Rock Hotel, and China Grill hosted an indoor/outdoor rooftop rendezvous in the Hard Rock Hotel's Hamer Room, an intimate space with a view of Michigan Avenue. This two-hour cocktail reception welcomed nearly 100 guests, including the Hard Rock Hotel's VIPs and Chicago magazine agency clients. Partygoers relaxed after a hard day as they sampled cocktails and hors d'oeuvres compliments of China Grill. Read more
Instruments for Professionals
By Megan Bearder
October 4, 2006 - Breitling hosted 20 of its top clients to a three-hour hands-on cooking class at The Chopping Block in the historic Merchandise Mart. This night of education and exploration allowed guests the unique opportunity to receive instruction led by expert Chopping Block chefs in an intimate environment. Plymouth Gin, the exclusive spirits sponsor, featured Gin n' Sin signature cocktails to complement the evening's recipes. Read more
Third Annual Jayson Home & Garden Shopping Event
By Ken Carl
October 12 2007 - Chicago magazine and the Goltz Group hosted more than 150 guests to "The Third Annual Jayson Home & Garden Shopping Event." Attendees received an extra ten percent off all purchases made throughout the evening, including items already discounted for the Fall Custom Upholstery Sale. As guests shopped, they enjoyed delicious wine and a beautiful buffet provided by Blue Plate. Read more
American Heart Association’s 2006 Go Red For Women Luncheon
By Bill Richert
Michelle Obama shared her passion for women's heart health at the American Heart Association's 2006 Go Red For Women Luncheon, an annual event that educates hundreds of Chicago-area women about their No. 1 health risk: heart disease. For more information on Go Red For Women, check out GoRedForWomen.Org. Photos by Bill Richert Read more