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Corri McFadden for Gateway Green’s Annual Fundraiser: OfficeMax’s Green Tie Ball
Have you ever realized that the Chicago expressways always seem to be very clean? Did you know that it's not government, but rather private organizations maintaining it? Chicago Gateway Green beautifies expressways with plants and sculptures while keeping them...
Have an Event with Grand Lux Cafe
There are so many places to enjoy in Chicago, especially when it comes to food. Grand Lux has always been one of my favorite restaurants since I first moved here about 7 years ago. There's a wide variety of delicious food and the decor is beautiful. My family...
Now Trending: Cupcakes!
So I'm just gonna be upfront -- today's my birthday so I decided I should do something cake related. One of my friends really loves cupcakes and my other friend has decided to use cupcakes for her wedding. They're kind of a big deal. And so is Sprinkes, a luxurious...
Plymouth Rooftop
Rooftop Review: Plymouth Restaurant Summer is the best time in Chicago for a reason -- beautiful weather, great views and awesome food. Rooftops are a Chicago favorite. While there are many greats to choose from in the downtown area, it's nice to get the tucked away...
Chicago NonProfit: Expand Your Ideas On Event Planning
I had the pleasure of meeting with Randy Dill, founder of ChicagoNonProfit.org. This is a wonderful organization that Randy himself describes as "The Nonprofits Chamber of Commerce," facilitating resources, information and services between nonprofit organizations,...
Make Any Event Amazing with BBJ
In case you didn't know, BBJ is at the top of table design & linen service in the city of Chicago. If you ask about it, most event planners in Chicago bring up their name. I had the privilege of getting some really great information from Executive Sales Manager,...
Chicago’s New Speakeasy – Untitled 111
Many still correlate Chicago first and foremost with the notorious Al Capone. As such, midwesterners are all too familiar with the Speakeasy notion. So if you're looking for somewhere original and classy to go, check out Untitled 111 located at 111 W Kinzie Street...
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