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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND FUNDRAISING EVENTS TO HELP ILLINOIS MILITARY FAMILIES

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND FUNDRAISING EVENTS TO HELP ILLINOIS MILITARY FAMILIES
Whatever your opinion on war, the consensus opinion is that the men and women serving in the military are heroes and serve our great country with dignity.  That’s why the importance of the Illinois Patriot Education Fund (IPEF) and its efforts can not go unnoticed. IPEF is a registered 501(c)(3) that supplements educational needs beyond... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
May 24, 2012 at 8:05 am
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Fundraising Event Spotlight: Gridiron Alliance and Creates Life For Athletes After Paralysis

Fundraising Event Spotlight: Gridiron Alliance and Creates Life For Athletes After Paralysis
Have you ever been able to talk to someone and hear their heart through their words? Tonight at the Laugh Factory  I have the privilege of co-hosting another fundraiser along with Betsy Shepherd of Connected Communications “Pour “  Laughter and Libations “, supporting  The Gridiron Alliance…and while these never get old they definitely get “familiar”... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
May 16, 2012 at 7:55 am
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Formerly Homeless, Wardrobe Stylist Reaches Back With Charity Fashion Event

Formerly Homeless, Wardrobe Stylist Reaches Back With Charity Fashion Event
Tamika Price has a vision: To make every woman that has experienced homelessness feel inspired, beautiful, and believe in her own strength   Once homeless, the celebrity wardrobe stylist and founder of A-line Style Services, brings the 4th Annual Dangerous Curves Ahead Charity Fashion and Women’s Expo  at Zhou B Art Center, located at 1029 W. 35th Street... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
May 9, 2012 at 8:25 pm
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World's Largest Wine Fair - Vinitaly Comes to Chicago

I should call this post “Stop, Look, Listen, Savor”..tonight, the worlds largest wine fair comes to Chicago (talk about can’t miss events!). Vinitaly is the largest wine fair in the world with over  4,500 producers and 150,000+ visitors  (including 45,000 from foreign countries). The event is held every year in Verona, Italy  (46th edition: Verona... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
April 30, 2012 at 6:51 am
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"Eras OF Hope" Fashion, Awareness, Fun at Mercedes Benz of Chicago

"Eras OF Hope" Fashion, Awareness, Fun at Mercedes Benz of Chicago
April is Child Abuse Prevention month.  My friends at One Hope United  are gathering to raise awareness and funds to support One Hope United’s  efforts to prevent these horrific events from happening, or happening again. One Hope United was founded as Chicago Baptist Orphanage in 1895 and Hudelson Baptist Children’s Home in 1903. The scope... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
April 26, 2012 at 12:06 pm
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mike’s On the Rocks satisfies the need for a “big boy play pen” with contests, giveaways.

mike’s On the Rocks satisfies the need for a “big boy play pen” with contests, giveaways.
If I could design my perfect hideaway, somewhere where my friends and I go to escape life, and certain people (insert names at will). What would that include?  I know some of you are thinking Playboy Mansion but that’s not it at all (although no man would reject that vision).  The ultimate big boy “play... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
April 23, 2012 at 9:10 pm
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Lap of Luxury Event to Support 3 Charities : Wednesday April 4th

Lap of Luxury Event to Support 3 Charities : Wednesday April 4th
  Shari Duffy of Ladies Night Chicago, Mike Frisini of Cutting Edge Events and  yours truly like doing big events…But not for the reasons you think.  It allows us to combine efforts and really make an impact on our favorite charities. That’s exactly the reason we teamed up for the Wednesday April 4th Lap Of... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
April 3, 2012 at 7:21 am
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Stop, Look, Listen : TCW's Top Singles Party

Stop, Look, Listen : TCW's Top Singles Party
Smart and Sexy is on tap this Friday at Enclave as  Today’s Chicago Woman (TCW) is pleased to announce this year’s Chicago’s Top Singles Party on Friday, March 9, 2012 at Enclave Night Club (220 West Chicago Avenue) from 7 to 10 p.m. This event is always sure to deliver an evening of mixing and... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
March 8, 2012 at 5:32 am
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This Thursday - Going South Of The Border In The Heart Of The Gold Coast

This Thursday - Going South Of The Border In The Heart Of The Gold Coast
Cantina 46 has enjoyed a good run since opening in November.  The Mexican fare features upscale comfort food. With an emphasis on superior service and guest satisfaction, Cantina 46 delights in the details. Great food, unpretentious service and attention to detail are our daily goals. We are recommitting to the fundamentals of a great restaurant... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
March 6, 2012 at 3:03 am
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"Tango For The Cause" Raises Funds For Shriners Hospital

"Tango For The Cause" Raises Funds For Shriners Hospital
A brief history of Tango:  (compliments of Wikipedia) Tango is a dance that has influences from European and African culture. Dances from the candombe ceremonies of former slave peoples helped shape the modern day Tango. The dance originated in lower-class districts of Buenos Aires and Montevideo. The music derived from the fusion of various forms... Read more »
By Glenn Murray,
March 4, 2012 at 1:40 am
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