The Bellevue Replacing Tavern on Rush, Opening Spring 2023
Many were surprised when Chicago Gold Coast staple Tavern on Rush announced it was closing last year, but Rush Street is one of the most popular dining areas in Chicago, so it was bound to find new owners soon. The two-floor space will now feature contemporary...
2022 Holiday Guide
Read this year's Holiday Guide with all of the information you need to plan your event this year! From Selecting your food and beverages, to How to Plan like a Pro, to Award-Winning & Trending Restaurants - find the resources you need to have your best holiday...
Chicago’s Biggest Fundraising Event: the Lincoln Park Zoo Ball
Friday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m., the Women’s Board of Lincoln Park Zoo will be hosting its largest annual fundraiser, Zoo Ball. Themed “Birds of Paradise,” this year’s event is bringing back the in-person, black-tie gala to support not only the nearly 200 species who...
Highland Park Cancels July Events After Tragic 4th of July Parade Shooting
In light of the tragic shooting at the City of Highland Park Fourth of July Parade, the City of Highland Park has announced the cancellation of the following upcoming community events:• Food Truck Thursdays, July 7 and July 14• Takeout Tuesday at The Lot, July 12•...
Today begins proof of vaccination for select indoor public services in Chicago
Today the City of Chicago is requiring proof of vaccination for select indoor public services, including any spaces offering food or beverage.
The Bellevue Replacing Tavern on Rush, Opening Spring 2023
Many were surprised when Chicago Gold Coast staple Tavern on Rush announced it was closing last year, but Rush Street is one of the most popular dining areas in Chicago, so it was bound to find new owners soon. The two-floor space will now feature contemporary...
2022 Holiday Guide
Read this year's Holiday Guide with all of the information you need to plan your event this year! From Selecting your food and beverages, to How to Plan like a Pro, to Award-Winning & Trending Restaurants - find the resources you need to have your best holiday...
Chicago’s Biggest Fundraising Event: the Lincoln Park Zoo Ball
Friday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m., the Women’s Board of Lincoln Park Zoo will be hosting its largest annual fundraiser, Zoo Ball. Themed “Birds of Paradise,” this year’s event is bringing back the in-person, black-tie gala to support not only the nearly 200 species who...
Highland Park Cancels July Events After Tragic 4th of July Parade Shooting
In light of the tragic shooting at the City of Highland Park Fourth of July Parade, the City of Highland Park has announced the cancellation of the following upcoming community events:• Food Truck Thursdays, July 7 and July 14• Takeout Tuesday at The Lot, July 12•...
Today begins proof of vaccination for select indoor public services in Chicago
Today the City of Chicago is requiring proof of vaccination for select indoor public services, including any spaces offering food or beverage.
PartySlate is Changing the Event Game
PartySlate is a space to share new ideas with access to best local event planners, caterers, venues, decor & design professionals.
Planners: Get Hired with These 7 Steps for Writing Marketing Copy
7 Steps of Writing Marketing Copy that Motivates Clients to Hire You Guest post from Kristie Lorette McCauley of The Wedding Planner Copywriter If you are like most planners, it can be a struggle to find the right words for your website, emails, a brochure, and other...
Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration
Growing up I drank tons of pop (or soda depending on where you're from). I like the sugar and the fizzy feeling. But I've read so much about people losing anywhere from 5-30lbs in a year simply from cutting out sugary, canned soda beverages. Not to mention, all...
Health, Work & Beauty: Improving My Lifestyle
Being an event planner is a time consuming job. There is no clocking in and out. You have to be prepared for anything all the time. So how do you keep a healthy lifestyle? I'm excited to say that I've recently accepted a position with an international event...
Save a pet this weekend: Anti-Cruelty Society’s Annual Clear the Shelters Event
This Saturday, July 23rd, the Anti-Cruelty Society will be hosting it’s annual Clear the Shelters Event, waiving all fees for pet adoptions.
Iced Tea Recipes
Celebrate #National #IcedTea day and make one or all of these delicious recipes!
Fathers Day Gift Ideas
Best #FathersDay #Gift Ideas Under $100
Great Wines for Summer: Whites & Rosés
Great #Wines for #Summer: White & #Roses from Haus Wines
Black Tech Mecca: Changing the World of Technology
Chicago is known for it's amazing food and copious number of conferences amongst many other things, but where the city would like to grow? Technology. One way to grow the technology scene in Chicago is to expand the demographic of who is building it. CPM sat down...
What’s Happening in June 2016
Major Events & Conventions Networking Events Fundraising Events Tuesday, June 21, 2016 from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM @ Fremont - 15 West Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60654 - Tickets Starting at $25 (Click the image...
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