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Posts tagged "Governor Pat Quinn"

Martin Sheen Calls Chicago a City of "Big Hearts" as he Receives Film Fest Honor

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Actor Martin Sheen came to town recently to accept a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 47th Chicago International Film Festival’s Summer Gala.  He was accompanied by son, Emilio Estevez, who wrote, directed and co-starred in their latest film , “The Way.“   Film Fest Founder and Artistic Director, Michael Kutza, presented the Silver Hugo to Sheen... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
August 23, 2011 at 2:17 pm
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Peninsula Hotel is BIG Winner at World of Chocolate!

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The Peninsula Hotel won 3 of the 5 awards at this year’s World of Chocolate. There were 1700 people at this year’s 9th annual World of Chocolate benefitting the Aids Foundation of Chicago and 26 entries competing for five awards. Categories included tastiest chocolate treat (The Hot Chocolate Award), most creative use of chocolate (The Loco Cocoa Award), best presentation... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
December 6, 2010 at 3:18 pm
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Governor Pat Quinn Signs Pet Bills at PAWS Record Breaking Beach Party 2010

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Governor Quinn, with Bailey, signed 2 bills into law at the PAWS Beach Party this week. Looking on are founders Paula and Peter Fasseas. With over 500 guests and 200 pets, PAWS 8th annual Beach Party, “All Paws on Deck“, broke every record from years past.  Event co-chairs, Bonnie Spurlock and Christine Mallul, along with... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
July 24, 2010 at 3:04 pm
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