Advertisement:

Posts tagged "Chuck Jordan"

Sun-Times' Stella Foster Brings out Record Crowd for her Dante Award Honor

image.attributes.post_excerpt
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
• Leave a comment

A Night of Firsts for the Joffrey Ballet's (Fun-Filled) 10th Anniversary Celebration Gala (PICS!)

image.attributes.post_excerpt
It was a thrilling night in Chicago for The Joffrey Ballet’s grand 10th Anniversary Celebration Gala honoring its Women’s Board!  I was so excited to chair this event with Helen Hall Melchior (our 5th Joffrey event together!) along with our dynamic co-chairs Kate Bensen, Pamella Roland DeVos, Liz Sharp, Joan Colmar, Mary Pat Burns, Victoria... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
May 7, 2012 at 8:34 pm
• Leave a comment

Didn't Make it to the Hugo Television Awards? See the Stars and Watch it ALL Here!

Didn't Make it to the Hugo Television Awards? See the Stars and Watch it ALL Here!
The 48th annual Hugo Television Awards brought the stars to Chicago and celebrated the best in television from nine countries around the globe.  Starz’ “Boss” star Kelsey Grammer was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by his long time co-star, John Mahoney,  at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel recently. Hear what Grammer thinks about Chicago... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 30, 2012 at 9:27 pm
• Leave a comment
Advertisement:

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
• Leave a comment

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
• Leave a comment

Comedian Jeff Garlin Hosts Allium's Opening Night Party at Four Seasons

image.attributes.post_excerpt
The recent Grand Opening party for the new Allium restaurant attracted an overflow crowd of Chicago’s top 600 foodies and fashionistas to the 7th floor of the Four Seasons recently.  Host for the night was funnyman Jeff Garlin (see our interview coming soon on Watch312!).  This American restaurant with a farm-to-table menu is by Chef... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 2, 2012 at 8:43 am
• Leave a comment
Advertisement:

Fashion Meets Flowers at Fleurotica 2012

image.attributes.post_excerpt
Spring was literally in the air at the recent Fleurotica Fashion Show where all of the breathtaking designs were constructed of flowers, leaves and other plant materials!   More than 300 people enjoyed this runway competition benefitting Garfield Park Conservatory presented by leading floral designers and one real life fashion designer, Peach Carr. The evening... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 1, 2012 at 1:34 pm
• Leave a comment

Kelsey Grammer to be Honored With Career Achievement Award at HUGOS on April 19th

Kelsey Grammer to be Honored With Career Achievement Award at HUGOS on April 19th
Cinema/Chicago and the Chicago International Film Festival will present actor Kelsey Grammer with the Career Achievement Award at the 48th Hugo Television Awards Ceremony on April 19 at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago. Best known for his award-winning role as Dr. Frasier Crane, among countless other roles, the evening’s tribute to actor/producer/director Kelsey Grammer... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
March 29, 2012 at 10:09 am
• Leave a comment

SEE the Latest Watch312.com Video of Borris Powell's Fashion Show and Party! (Part One)

SEE the Latest Watch312.com Video of Borris Powell's Fashion Show and Party! (Part One)
Check out the latest Watch312.com’s “Candid Candace Chicago” video here!!  Designer Borris Powell’s fashion show and party was a magical night in Chicago!  See for yourself!  (There was so much fun we couldn’t do it all in one segment!  Part Two coming soon! ... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
March 23, 2012 at 4:25 pm
• Leave a comment
Advertisement:

RPM Italian Restaurant's Opening Night With Giuliana and Bill Rancic and the Melman's!

image.attributes.post_excerpt
RPM Italian Restaurant, 52 W. Illinois, was THE place to be for the opening night party on Saturday, February 18th.  More than 500 friends, celebs and VIP’s crowded into this new  River North hotspot to congratulate the partners who included celebrity couple Giuliana and Bill Rancic, acclaimed Chef Doug Psaltis and restaurateurs RJ, Jerrod and... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
February 22, 2012 at 9:49 pm
• 3 comments