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Posts tagged "Candid Candace"

Gary Sinise & Lt. Dan Band Peform at Steppenwolf's Million Dollar Fundraiser

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Steppenwolf Theatre Company hosted over 500 guests for its annual star-studded gala on May 5th.  The event kicked off with a showcase of scenes inspired by the world-premiere production of The March, based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow, adapted for the stage and directed by ensemble member Frank Galati, and featuring ensemble members Alana... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
Monday at 5:20 pm
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Walter E. Smithe Hosts Launch Party for "Run Home Chicago", A Race to End Homelessness

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Walter, son Tim Smithe and family recently hosted a Kick-Off party at their Lincoln Park showroom to launch the 30 day countdown for “Run Home Chicago,” a race to end homelessness,  that will take place in Soldier Field on June 10th beginning at 7 am. Tim’s glam wife, Mary Astor Smithe, was on hand to... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
Monday at 4:25 pm
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Sun-Times' Stella Foster Brings out Record Crowd for her Dante Award Honor

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Chicago Sun Times columnist Stella Foster was honored by the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans with the coveted Dante Award at Galleria Marchetti on May 17th.  There were so many in attendance that the valet parkers had to close up shop for lack of space!  Every year, the Human Relations Committee presents the Dante... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
May 20, 2012 at 2:37 pm
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Roy Lichtenstein Opening Gala at the Modern Wing Plus "Crash the Gala" After-Party Hosted by Ikram Goldman

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The Art Institute’s Women’s Board ALWAYS plans spectacular and creative events but on Friday, May 11th, they hosted TWO back to back parties at the Modern Wing.   The night began with a gala for 600, co-chaired by Caryn Harris and Stephanie Field Harris,  celebrating the opening of  the largest exhibition of artist Roy Lichtenstein’s works... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
May 16, 2012 at 7:56 pm
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Francis Cardinal George and Notre Dame High School for Girls Celebrate 75th Birthdays Together

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“A Night in Blue and White” began with a beautiful solemn high mass said by Cardinal Francis George at St. Ferdinand’s on the Northwest Side Tuesday, May 8th.  “I always love coming back to the NW side where I grew up, ” said Cardinal George.  “Founded 75 years ago at the end of the Great... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
May 11, 2012 at 9:25 pm
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Chicago Red Dress Party Features "The Voice's" Beverly McClellan

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The second annual Red Dress Party took place recently at the Joffrey Ballet Studios (the Joffrey Tower) with more than 200 people donning their most fashionable and eye-popping red attire.   The highlight of the evening was a memorable musical performance by The Voice finalist Beverly McClellan.   An impromptu duet with Beverly and event... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 26, 2012 at 7:44 pm
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Saks Fifth Avenue's Well-Heeled Walk-Off: Fierce Competiton on Watch312.com

Saks Fifth Avenue's Well-Heeled Walk-Off: Fierce Competiton on Watch312.com
Saks Fifth Avenue  hosted one of the best in-store events I’ve attended in a long, long time.  Watch312 was the media sponsor for the evening and I emceed the “Well-Heeled Walk-Off” contest while Watch312“DishIT” host Amanda Puck served as a judge along with Saks Director of Marketing Julie Selakovich and Francesca Moceri from Chicago Children’s... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 25, 2012 at 10:42 am
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Are you following the COUNTDOWN for the World's Largest Ronald McDonald House? Lucky Chicagoans Featured Every Day Until the Opening!

Are you following the COUNTDOWN for the World's Largest Ronald McDonald House? Lucky Chicagoans Featured Every Day Until the Opening!
The Countdown to the grand opening of the world’s largest Ronald McDonald House has begun! Only 70 more days until the House at 211 East Grand Avenue opens its doors on June 26th  and I’m joining in to help! Each day on their website, www.RonaldHouseChicago.org  and on their Facebook and Twitter they’re featuring a new... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 17, 2012 at 12:08 pm
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Swarovski Hosts Kick-Off Party for SAIC's The Walk 2012

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Swarovski recently hosted a cocktail reception at its Michigan Avenue flagship boutique to view the unique window installation created by the School of the Art Institute of Chicago grad students mentored by Nick Cave, Professor and Chair of SAIC’s Fashion Design Department. Swarovski donated the window space and jewelry for the installation as part of... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 15, 2012 at 2:00 pm
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The Joffrey Ballet's Celebration Gala to Honor 10th Anniversary of Women's Board

The Joffrey Ballet's Celebration Gala to Honor 10th Anniversary of Women's Board
I am so excited to share the news about this year’s Joffrey Ballet Celebration Gala on Sunday, May 6th at the historic Palmer House Hilton, located at17 E. Monroe. This year’s event will be a tribute to the 10th anniversary of the Joffrey’s dynamic Women’s Board who have raised a staggering $16 million, making them... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 10, 2012 at 12:48 pm
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