When reading through different labor day party ideas I hoped to find a wide variety of creativity. It was basically "stuff to do in your backyard." Well if you're like many Chicagoans, chances are you're lucky if your building has a roof or balcony or any kind of...
Sometimes other people can say things better than you can yourself. Cvent has this great blog post about Pop-up Event Space that I just HAD to share! So reconsider how you may use an empty space and turn it into a fabulous party!...
I feel like I always hear the word "logistics" thrown around. It's such a broad, non-descript word that I feel like business people use when they don't want to describe what they're doing and would rather just assume you know. "Hey man, what have you guys been...
Part of the reason Pinterest is so popular is not just because you can focus on things you like, but because the things you like can be something you have especially if you're willing to make it yourself. The growing world of Do-It-Yourself is wonderful because it...
I always think of MetroMix as a great go-to guide for the weekend. You can click on their events page here to see major events in your area. This weekend I'm looking forward to checking out the Taste of River North located on Kingsbury & Erie. It's Friday,...
While I always try to spotlight what's going on in Chicago, it's always interesting to see what other people are doing and how. So today, check out some articles on what other people are doing and see if it inspires you! "Finding the Right Venue For Your Event"...
Chicago has excellent public transit. Many people like myself who live in the Chicago area don't even own cars. One of my personal favorite means of transportation is the Chicago Water Taxi. You can take this from Chinatown to downtown. It's only $3 per way per...
I just reviewed a great discussion on LinkedIn about Vendors & Planners and better way to interact. The common theme seemed to be communication is key! There were people from both sides who were passionate about this. The other common discussion was that errors...
Join us on Monday, December 15, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Hear from Rose Horcher O'Connor, VP of Client Services at Choose Chicago and Hannah Loftus, VP of Research at World Business Chicago about the trends, major events and conventions, and economic indicators that will shape Chicago in 2026. Gain insights into demands, growing sectors, opportunities for your business, and what to expect in the year ahead.