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Prepare to Host Amazing Barbecues this Summer!
With the 4th of July right around the corner, there's no better time to prepare to become a grilling extraordinaire. Learn how to grill like a pro, offer refreshing salads and sides and create amazing condiments to wow friends and family this summer. Featuring...
Great Summer DIY Projects
What's summer without a little fun? Try some Do-It-Yourself activities that will amp up your summer! Peg Board Wall Organizer Leaf Art! Create Outdoor Seating Faux Ceramic Napkin Rings Copper & Wood Side Table
Festivals, Conventions and Summer Events In Chicago
Everyone knows that Chicagoans put up with the winter just for our awesome summers! June is alive with endless festival and summer event options. Events 12 is a great resource of all the festivals in Chicago: http://www.events12.com/chicago/june/ But don't forget...
Top 5 Rooftops in Downtown Chicago
Cindy's at the Chicago Athletic Club Cerise at the Virgin Hotel I/O Urban Roofscape at the Godfrey The Terrace at Trump International Hotel & Tower Drumbar at the Raffaello Hotel
Caterer of the Month: Cappuccino Catering with CCI Presents
Our Caterer of the Month is CCI Presents. What makes them interesting is the vast array of beverages they offer in addition to the unique and beautiful presentations of their offerings. When I first saw this company at a Choose Chicago event, I was blown away by the...
Throw an Art-Themed Party or Event
There's something very New York chic in the idea of a Gallery event. Wine and light fare mixed with high ceilings and artwork. Well, we can't let New York have all the fun. So today I'm encouraging you to do something less Chicago-style deep-dish and more artsy ala...
BizBash Idea Fest 2012
BizBash is one of my favorite event planning information resources. I find it to be really interactive via the LinkedIn forums and also very informative. I like that it's broken up into regions/major cities that allows for local information with a general,...
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