February 18 - PRESIDENTS' DAY
- Chicago Auto Show wraps up today at McCormick Place. Get tix here.
- Tax Free-Shopping ends today at 900 North Michigan Shops - All purchases receive a 9.25% tax discount for Presidents' Day. Plus take advantage of the "Alexander Hamilton" $10 parking rate all day (available with proof of purchase). To download your Tax-Free Access Pass go here!
- Fela! The Musical - The Official Opening Party! Join cast members of the Broadway musical, Fela! at the Shrine Chicago tonight for their official opening party! Guest DJ's include Terry Hunter and Sadar. Doors open at 8 p.m. For more information go to www.TheShrineChicago.com.
February 19 -
February 20 - Fela! The Musical featuring Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child opens at the Arie Crown Theatre at McCormick Place. Fela! will run through February 23rd. For tickets go to www.Ticketmaster.com.
February 21 - 8th Annual Sweet Beginnings Tea featuring Rick Bayless. Join the 2013 Sweet Beginnings Tea Committee on behalf of the North Lawndale Employment Network for the 8th Annual Sweet Beginnings Tea at the Ritz Carlton. Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy a one-of-a-kind tea experience complete with custom menu crafted by Rick Bayless and Ritz Carlton chef, Mark Payne.
Rick Bayless will also receive the inaugural “Voice of the Voiceless” award. By choosing to use and promote Sweet Beginnings products through his business enterprise, Rick has helped ensure that the Sweet Beginnings social enterprise that is now achieving the triple bottom line – by being economically viable, socially responsible, and environmentally sound.
For tickets go to http://2013sweetbeginningstea.eventbrite.com.
February 22 -
Several hundred young professionals will be in attendance to support Lake Forest, IL - based Equestrian Connection. Through programs such as therapeutic riding, art therapy, massage therapy, job skill training, and social groups and camps, Equestrian Connection improves physical, mental, and emotional well-being for over 300 children and adults with disabilities.
Funds from 'The Night of the Matador' will provide financial assistance for those unable to cover the entire cost for Equestrian Connection's services.
Advance tickets are $40 at www.thenightofthematador.eventbrite.com, and $50 at the door.
February 24 - 85th Academy Awards airs tonight on ABC television.
Check out these top Oscar parties happening in Chicago!
The Hollywood glitz and glam will be in high demand in Chicago as Nellcôte rolls out the “orange” carpet—to match its opulent interiors—for the inaugural Orange Carpet Oscars Viewing Party & Social Media Bash! The stars won’t be the only ones walking away winners as host Kelly Ryan O'Brien of the Chicago Blogger Network leads live, play-by-play tweeting.
Join Pop Culture Expert Kelly Ryan O'Brien, founder of Chicago Blogger Network, as she hosts live tweeting beginning at 5pm. Guests are welcome to participate in the action by using the hashtag #NellcoteCBN.
For those who choose to predict which pictures/nominees will take home the coveted Oscars, prizes will be awarded for various categories. Swag bags will be provided to the first 200 attendees, Jared Van Camp’s dinner menu will be available in the main dining room, and Oscar-themed cocktails by Moët & Chandon, Hennessy and Belvedere will be on special throughout the evening.
Guests who RSVP in advance for the event at Oscars@nellcoterestaurant.com, will receive two complimentary cocktail tickets as a special pre-event perk, valid from 5-7pm.
Nellcôte is located at 833 W Randolph Street. For more information, please visit www.nellcoterestaurant.com or call 312.432.0500.
Richard Roeper and Billy Dec team up for their 3rd Annual Oscar Viewing Party! Test your movie knowledge for a good cause and join them on Sunday, February 24 for a VIP Reception 6:30-8pm, Red Carpet 7p, live telecast at 7:30p with a portion of the proceeds benefiting After School Matters!
Tickets are $50 each and include themed Prosecco cocktails, wine, and hors d’oeuvres from Rockit Bar & Grill.
Tables may be reserved for an additional cost and can be purchased below. $75 includes table reservation, seating for two and a bottle of Santa Margarita Prosecco.
Red carpet begins at 7 p.m. telecast begins at 7:30 p.m.
Chicago's only official Academy-sanctioned Oscar® party! Guests will experience Hollywood glamour first-hand. Enjoy a delicious dinner generously donated by Pure Kitchen and watch the High-Definition telecast of the 85th Academy Awards® live on ABC-7. Several raffle drawings will be held throughout the night. This event is THE place to celebrate Hollywood's biggest night of the year!
Cocktail attire is required. Valet Parking is available.
Ticket prices: $100 General Admission | $200 VIP
VIP tickets include preferred seating plus exclusive surprise goodies.
VIP tickets include preferred seating plus exclusive surprise goodies.
For more information about the event, including tickets contact Dionne Nicole Smith: 312.846.2072 or dsmith16@saic.edu
Join The Florentine as they roll out the red carpet for the 85th Academy Awards
Sunday, February 24th | 6:30 - 9:30pm
Enjoy passed hors d'oeuvres, prizes for winning ballots, and specialty cocktails from Grey Goose, Bombay Sapphire East and San Pellegrino.
Tickets are $25 and are available for purchase by calling 312.660.8866 or visit:http://florentine-oscars.brownpapertickets.com/
Red Carpet Party at Quay Restaurant & Bar
Sunday, February 24th
6pm - until the last envelope is opened
6pm - until the last envelope is opened
Join CS Magazine and the JDRF Young Leadership Committee to celebrate the 85th Annual Movie Awards.
Multiple televisions on-site, silent auction to benefit JDRF, cocktails, appetizers, DJ and much more! Valet available.
To purchase tickets visit www.jdrfillinois.org
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