September/October 2017 Issue: Holiday Incentive Directory
Inside This Issue: Holiday Incentive Directory | 2017 Fall Decor Trends with Beatriz Mercado of Virginia Wolff Inc. | Our Favorite Tech-Based Event Management Tools Right Now | How to Host the Perfect Holiday Showcase Event with Hilary Saurer of River Roast | Could...
Chicago Planner Magazine – July/August 2017 Issue
We're excited to be releasing our first official issue! Articles include: How the Travel Ban is Affecting the Events Industry Women in Business featuring Jessica Denay, Lisa Nation and Winnie Sun. Plus tips on starting your own event planning company! Staying Healthy...
Venues & Entertainment 2017 Wedding Guide
Learn what you need to know about working with your vendors and download this document to be able to print out our FREE wedding planning checklist! [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/0B1GeewTw_7LXU0dQM010TlZvVnc/preview" query="" width="640" height="480" /]
Food, Beverage & Desserts Guide
Our 2017 Wedding Guide to Food, Beverage and Desserts features our Wine Guide, Drink Recipes, info on working with your Caterer and more! Click on the pop out arrow on the top right corner to interact, download and share. [googleapps domain="drive"...
The Ultimate Groom Guide
Please enjoy the next of our 4 Guides in our March 2017 Wedding Guide Series. Click on the pop out arrow on the top right corner to interact, download and share. [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/0B1GeewTw_7LXNDFWLWV5QUtnNFk/preview" query="" width="640"...
September/October 2017 Issue: Holiday Incentive Directory
Inside This Issue: Holiday Incentive Directory | 2017 Fall Decor Trends with Beatriz Mercado of Virginia Wolff Inc. | Our Favorite Tech-Based Event Management Tools Right Now | How to Host the Perfect Holiday Showcase Event with Hilary Saurer of River Roast | Could...
Chicago Planner Magazine – July/August 2017 Issue
We're excited to be releasing our first official issue! Articles include: How the Travel Ban is Affecting the Events Industry Women in Business featuring Jessica Denay, Lisa Nation and Winnie Sun. Plus tips on starting your own event planning company! Staying Healthy...
Venues & Entertainment 2017 Wedding Guide
Learn what you need to know about working with your vendors and download this document to be able to print out our FREE wedding planning checklist! [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/0B1GeewTw_7LXU0dQM010TlZvVnc/preview" query="" width="640" height="480" /]
Food, Beverage & Desserts Guide
Our 2017 Wedding Guide to Food, Beverage and Desserts features our Wine Guide, Drink Recipes, info on working with your Caterer and more! Click on the pop out arrow on the top right corner to interact, download and share. [googleapps domain="drive"...
The Ultimate Groom Guide
Please enjoy the next of our 4 Guides in our March 2017 Wedding Guide Series. Click on the pop out arrow on the top right corner to interact, download and share. [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/0B1GeewTw_7LXNDFWLWV5QUtnNFk/preview" query="" width="640"...
Read of the Month: Start Your Own Event Planning Business
This Month's Reading Feature is "Start Your Own Event Planning Business" from Entrepreneur Press. Every event planner should know how to run the show and in case you think it's time to venture out on your own, here is your go-to guide. But even if you choose...
You Can’t Fake Quality, An Article From Event Manager Blog
This is a great article that all event planners should read that highlights the value of being focused and being honest with what type of event you are really creating.
Top 15 Things to Do with Older Relatives in Chicago
It's Back to School Season so this article is a guide specifically for college students and twenty-somethings living in Chicago who never know what age-appropriate activities they can do when family is in town. While some moms are cool enough to enjoy clubbing, a lot...
What’s Going on in August 2014
WHAT'S COMING UP IN CHICAGO IN AUGUST: EVENTS IN CHICAGO (www.choosechicago.com) Fiesta del Sol Through - August 3 Downtown Sound in Millennium Park Through August 4: Mondays Grant Park Music Festival *80th...
Tips to Prepare For…Ok, Survive Lolla
Survive Lollapalooza this weekend with these 5 easy steps!
DIY Restoration: The Window Picture
THE PROJECT I have always been fascinated by photography and started dabbling in picture taking at a young age. It was even the reason for receiving my degree in Advertising. Almost every piece of artwork in my house is my own and I have found some very unique ways to...
Who’s Who of Event Planners: Marina Birch of Birch Design Studio
Chicago Planner Magazine is excited to present another "Who's Who of Event Planners". Today's feature is Marina Birch. As all professional planners know, events come in all shapes, sizes and budgets. They require meeting client expectations while delivering that...
Who’s Who of Event Planners: Julius Solaris
I am excited to be introducing a new aspect of Chicago Planner Magazine, Who's Who Event Planners. These features highlight exceptional event planners who are moving to the forefront of what it takes to be impactful in this ever-growing field. Chicago Planner...
Flowers 101 with Fab Flora
Flowers 101: How to look for great flowers for your wedding if you don't know a lot about them TYPES OF FLOWERS Traditional Flowers: When I think 'traditional', roses, hydrangeas and dendrobium orchids come to mind. They are both timeless and elegant and can fit...
Caterer of the Month: Tasty Catering (And They’re Sharing Recipes!)
March's Caterer of the Month is Tasty Catering, one of Chicago’s favorite caterers for weddings, social events, picnics, corporate & special events is known for their delicious food and incredible service and staff. Tasty Catering has great options for outdoor...