Read of the Month
The Read of the Month for June 2015 is from the Founder and CEO of the famous KIND Bars. A must read this summer! Available on Amazon.com
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
Wines for Summer
REDS Inman Family 2014 Endless Crush Rosé of Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Boeger 2013 Walker Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado) WHITES 2014 Paolo Saracco Moscato d’Asti 2013 Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Blanc Joseph Cattin 2013 Pinot Blanc Alsace SPARKLING & ROSÉ...
Summer Cocktails
Summer in the City means it time for excellent drinks. Your friends will want to visit you more if your drinks are better, so here are some great summer recipes to enjoy! (Click the images for the recipes) Berry Mojito Zen Sangria (Non Alcoholic) Pimm's Cup Michelada...
Read of the Month
The Read of the Month for June 2015 is from the Founder and CEO of the famous KIND Bars. A must read this summer! Available on Amazon.com
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
Wines for Summer
REDS Inman Family 2014 Endless Crush Rosé of Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Boeger 2013 Walker Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado) WHITES 2014 Paolo Saracco Moscato d’Asti 2013 Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Blanc Joseph Cattin 2013 Pinot Blanc Alsace SPARKLING & ROSÉ...
Summer Cocktails
Summer in the City means it time for excellent drinks. Your friends will want to visit you more if your drinks are better, so here are some great summer recipes to enjoy! (Click the images for the recipes) Berry Mojito Zen Sangria (Non Alcoholic) Pimm's Cup Michelada...
Crisis Management: What Can Be Learned From The Dark Knight Rises Shooting
Everyone was taken aback when they heard about The Dark Knight Rises shooting tragedy. Initially I thought the cancellations of the Paris & Tokyo premiers were a bit extreme -- one mentally unstable person does not reflect the actual film or those who made it. ...
Promoting Your Event Through Radio: Interview with Dave Karwowski of 101.9FM The Mix, 100.3 Rewind & 97.1 The Drive
You may have created and organized the perfect event but now you need to promote it. I sat down with Dave Karwowski, Director of Marketing for 101.9 The Mix, 100.3 Rewind and 97.1 The Drive, to discuss what any event planner should know when considering or choosing...
This Weekend In Chicago: Taste of River North
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,...
A New Concept in Social Media Marketing and Online Marketing: Social Advertising
I usually try not to post too many article-based posts in a row but I read this and felt that it is a really innovative way of thinking about marketing and how to look at the ways you are trying to reach your current and prospective clients. Julius Solaris, a social...
Tools for Event Planning: How to Select a Venue & Inspiring Event Ideas
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"...
Group Travel in Chicago with the Chicago Water Taxi
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...
What To Do This Weekend In Chicago: The Taste of Chicago
In case you live under a rock (or just aren't from here), the Taste of Chicago is one of the biggest & most popular events of the summer. Midwesterners love food, and this event is living proof. It also includes live performances and in case you didn't notice it...
Comedians You Should Know
Last night I decided to not just go home after work so I went on to Metro Mix and found this really fun comedy show called "Comedians You Should Know." Located in the back of Timothy O'Toole's Pub they have a variety of legit funny comedians who entertain you over...
Staffing for an Event with NextCrew
One of the most important things you can do for an event is staff it properly. Most companies have their own staff, but what if you need additional help? I have an answer for you! I've recently been in touch with Chirag Mehta, CEO & founder of "Next Crew"....
Marketing Your Event
Marketing is such a huge subject they've created entire fields of study about it. It can be easy or a real challenge so the best way to start is by breaking it all down. Marketing, Advertising & Promotions seem to be a by-product of my life, so here is a simple...
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