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January 19, 2013 · 11:17 am

Chicago’s 25th Annual Snowball 2013 at Union Station

When: February 2, 2013 at Union Station’s Great Hall in Chicago

Attend the Junior Council’s 25th Annual Snowball in Chicago. This black Tie Charity Event benefits Pediatric and Adolescent HIV and AIDS Programs at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.

Check out the details of the fancy feast, musical entertainment, silent auction and fun in store for Snowball 2013!

MEMBERS GET INVOLVED! Interested in Snowball planning? Email Diana to join a committee or check out our handy dandy Snowball How You Can Help Infographic to figure out where you can get started!

GET INVOLVED AS A SPONSOR! Visit the Sponsorship page to see where you can help out.

CONTACT For more information on Snowball or any inquiries please email jcsnowball@gmail.com

DELICIOUS HORS D’ OEUVRES! A variety of Chicago’s finest restaurants will be providing bite-sized portions of food in two different shifts (stay tuned for a menu and what time each restaurant will be serving.)

For more information visit: www.cmhjc.org

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com

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January 7, 2013 · 8:38 am

The Art of Fine Wine 2013 in Chicago

The Art of Fine Wine, a Washington and Oregon Wine Experience

Fine Wine (Photo credit: xueexueg)

Prepare to enjoy som enchanting wines from Washington and Oregon at The Art of Fine Wine 2013 in Chicago. The Art of Fine Wine will include a variety of food and wine from the states of Washington and Oregon.

Cystic fibrosis manifestations (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Guests will also enjoy a silent auction, raffle, and a special presentation on the Cystic Fibrosis Scholarship Foundation (CFSF) which proceeds will go towards. The goal of the committee is to raise $35,000 for CFSF at the Art of Fine Wine. Proceeds will be used to fund multi-year college scholarships for young adults with cystic fibrosis. Tickets are $125 all-inclusive and can be purchased here.

WHEN: Sunday, January 27, 2013 from 2PM-5PM

WHERE: River East Arts Center.

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com

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January 2, 2013 · 6:22 pm

First Bites Bash 2013 in Chicago

Chicago‘s Restaurant Week starts in February. Tickets are available now for the First Bites Bash 2013. This is the annual kick-off event for the sixth annual Chicago Restaurant Week. Sweet and savory tastings from 50 of Chicago’s most celebrated restaurants and chefs will be featured in the magnificent Great Hall at Union Station Thursday, January 24 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. where you will enjoy savory and sweet tastings from over 50 of Chicago’s most celebrated chefs and restaurants.

Dirk Flanigan, Executive Chef of Henri and The Gage will host this year’s event, from which a portion of the proceeds will benefit Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

The main waiting hall at Chicago’s Union Station (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

WHEN: Thursday, January 24, 2013

English: Plan for Chicago’s new Union Station, copied out of the Press Club reference book in 1922. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

WHERE: Great Hall at Union Station in Chicago

Tickets are available for purchase online for $95 per person. “First in line” pricing at $75 per person is available for a limited time.

CHICAGO’S UNION STATION PICTURED AT ITS DEDICATION IN 1925 NOTE, COMPARE PICTURE ^13615 WHICH WAS TAKEN FROM THE SAME… – NARA – 556068 (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Chicago Restaurant Week is a celebration of Chicago’s finest culinary talents. The 10-day experience begins February 1 and runs through February 10 with more than 250 participating restaurants featuring prix fixe lunches for $22 and dinners for $33 and $44, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity.

Online reservations will be available beginning early January 2013 at www.eatitupchicago.com.

Check out the line-up:

First Bites Bash Confirmed Restaurants

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ http://www.vino-con-vista.com

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November 25, 2012 · 11:48 am

Chicago Peppermint Bash 2012

WHEN: Friday, November 30th, 2012 from 6-8 pm.

WHERE: O’Malley’s Liquor Kitchen at 3551 N. Sheffield in Chicago

Make a dash to the 6th Annual Lincoln Park Young Professionals Peppermint Bash.

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English: From top left: Downtown Chicago, the Willis Tower, the Chicago Theater, the Chicago “L”, Navy Pier, the Field Museum, and Millenium Park (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

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October 15, 2012 · 9:56 am

Chicago Bright Pink 2012 Glamorous Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Pink In Honor Of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

English: CNA’s building is often illuminated to reflect civic happenings or to acknowledge a meaningful calendar landmark. This design recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

On Friday October 19, 2012 you can support Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Saks Fifth Avenue located at 700 N. Michigan Ave in Chicago from 8-11 pm.

The fashion-forward, cocktail soiree will include a silent auction and fashion show. The event will raise funds for Bright Pink’s national educational initiatives for breast and ovarian health. VIPink Chicago

View into Cabo Harbor (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Join Bright Pink for a private cocktail party and reception. The event will offer an open bar featuring Chambord Vodka, Herradura Tequila, Chambord Signature Cocktails and OneHope Red and White Wines. VIPink will also feature a raffle of a one-week stay at Welk Resorts Cabo-Sirena del Mar in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico as well as VIP tickets to the Hollywood Blvd. opening night of Breaking Dawn with a meet and great experience with Peter Facinelli of Twilight fame. Additionally, VIPink will feature DJ sets by some of Chicago’s hottest DJs and a fashion show by Saks 5th Avenue.

General Admission Tickets are currently available for $65. Additionally, Pairs of Tickets are available for $100 until October 15. All guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend VIPink and all ticket purchases are non-refundable.

English: Logo of Saks Fifth Avenue (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

All VIPink attendees receive a $25 Saks 5th Avenue gift card with each ticket purchase as well as two complimentary movie tickets provided by Hollywood Blvd.

Giant pink ribbon on the corner of 5th and Market, downtown Louisville, KY (10-5-06) (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Last year, I was able to listen to lively tunes and bid on restaurant adventures at The Four Seasons, David Burke’s, Le Colonial and The Cape Cod Room.

Attendees enjoyed mini pulled pork sandwiches from Lillie’s Q and had some savory snacks from The Purple Pig. There wered cupcakes from Foiled Cupcakes.

Grey Goose was pouring some yummy martinis. I loved the fashion show with plenty of bright pink, fur and sequins.

”Bright Pink is the only national non-profit organization with an exclusive focus on prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer in high-risk young women.” For more information visit www.bebrightpink.org.

Purchase tickets at www.vipinkchicago.eventbrite.com. You can ride the trolley to the after-party hosted at The Underground.

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com

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· 9:48 am

Chicago’s La Casa Norte Aniversary Gala 2012 at the River East Arts Center

The 10th annual Chicago ”Esperanza Gala” will be held on Friday, October 12, 2012 at the River East Arts Center from

6-10 p.m. at 435 E. Illinois Street.

Gala 2012 Banner

La Casa Norte will celebrate their 10th anniversary. “La Casa Norte’s mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. They provide access to stable housing and deliver comprehensive services that act as a catalyst to transform lives and communities.”

National and local leaders in the business, civic, government, policy, and philanthropic communities will gather to support the event. Proceeds from the event support La Casa Norte’s desire to serve youth and families confronting homelessness.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.lacasanorte.org

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com

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September 26, 2012 · 9:44 am

Taste of Atlanta Food and Wine Festival 2012

The 11th annual Taste of Atlanta is a premier food and wine festival that showcases the diversity of Atlanta’s food scene.

Midtown from Piedmont Park. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

WHERE: Tech Square in the heart of Midtown Atlanta encompassing Spring Street and 5th Street.

WHEN: The Taste of Atlanta Kick-Off Event is Friday, October 5, 2012. Taste of Atlanta is October 6 & 7, 2012 from 11 am to 6 pm. VIP Tasting Tents open at 12:30 pm both days.

The Friday Kick-Off Event is The Big Grill – A Salute to Atlanta’s Chefs on Friday, October 5:, 2012, 6:30 – 10:30pm (Separate ticket required)

There will be plenty of food from more than 80 of Atlanta’s favorite restaurants. Tickets are on sale now >>>

General Admission Ticket

Admit one and 10 taste coupons:

• Advance Price (valid May 2 – Oct 5 at midnight)	$25.00
• At the Event	$35.00

Kids 13 and under receive FREE admission when accompanied by a paid adult. Taste Coupons are required for food purchase.

VIP Ticket

Atlanta midtown night (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Be a VIP at Taste of Atlanta and receive 15 taste coupons, admission into the Wine + Beer + Cocktail Experience including the Tasting Tents and educational seminars. The first 300 VIP ticket holders each day may pick up a Taste of Atlanta gift back filled with special goodies at the Information/Merchandise Tent near the Spring St. and 5th St. intersection. :

• VIP Ticket – Advance Price (Limited Availability)	$75.00
• VIP Ticket – At the Event (If still available)	$85.00

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com

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September 25, 2012 · 11:50 am

Chicago’s Andersonville Arts Weekend 2012: Chicago Artists Month

English: View of Andersonville, Chicago, near Foster and Clark (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Plan to attend the 10th annual Andersonville Arts Weekend from Friday, October 5th to Sunday, October 7th, 2012 in the general vicinity of Clark and Foster.

Andersonville (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

On Friday night, there will be parties throughout the neighborhood. The event will feature original artwork by many local artists.

On Saturday and Sunday, Andersonville businesses are hosting visual and performing artists. Pick up an “Art Walk Brochure” and enjoy charming and Historic Andersonville in Chicago.

In the 1850, the area north of Foster and east of Clark Street was a large cherry orchard. After the Chicago fire of 1871, wooden houses were outlawed in the city of Chicago. The Swedish immigrants who couldn’t afford to build homes of brick or stone, began to settle in this area outside the city’s northern boundaries. Swedish Americans are Americans of Swedish descent, especially the descendants of about 1.2 million immigrants from Sweden during 1885-1915.

Here’s an Andersonville Video showcasing the neighborhood highlights http://youtu.be/-kdsehoFM6M.

Today, 2nd and 3rd generation Swedes live in harmony with the diverse ethnic Korean and Lebanese inhabitants. In the late 1980′s, a large creative, gay population came in and started renovating the beautiful grey stone buildings in Andersonville.

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com.

For more information about Andersonville Arts Weekend visit www.andersonville.org/artsweekend.

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September 1, 2012 · 5:39 pm

Mountain View Art and Wine Festival 2012 in California’s Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Make plans to attend Mountain View’s 41st Annual Art and & Wine Festival! There will be plenty of TECHIES, food purveyors, mixologists and live music at this event with 600 professional artists and artisans showcasing their creations.WHEN: September 8-9, 2012; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Castro Street in downtown Mountain View (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

WHERE: Castro Street in Downtown Mountain View California

City Hall and Center for the Performing Arts, Mountain View, CA (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

City Hall, Mountain View, CA (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Official seal of City of Mountain View (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

The Computer History Museum in Mountain View, CA. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Browse through exhibits of “glass, ceramics, metals, fiber, leather, wood, jewelry, and fine art. Beautiful vases, clocks, dishes, wall and table decorations, paperweights, stained and beveled glass, etchings, sculptures, photography, oil and watercolor paintings, beadwork, gold and silver jewelry, vests, handbags, hats, wallets and footwear.”

Here’s the entertainment line-up:

“Thirteen dynamic bands will play a wide-ranging musical mix—Classic rock ‘n roll, soulful Motown, sizzling Latin-reggae, high energy rhythm and blues, jazzy swing, heartfelt country, pulsating party music and dance-‘til- you-drop disco—on the Civic Center Plaza Music Stage and multiple street locations throughout downtown transforming it into the Bay Area’s entertainment hotspot for a weekend. The lineup includes The Groove Kings, Ruckatan, The Rhythm Vandals, The Boys of Summer, Rodeo House, Duran Duran Duran, Emerson, Bob Culbertson, Aryeh Frankfurter, HeartStrings Music, Oscar Reynolds, Glitterface and Ancient Winds—sure to be a real treat for music lovers.”

English: Apple’s headquarters at Infinite Loop in Cupertino, California, USA. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

For more information visit: http://www.miramarevents.com/

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides and Apps @ www.vino-con-vista.com

Packard’s garage, the birthplace of Silicon Valley (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

The south side of the Googleplex building in Mountain View, California, as seen from Charleston Road. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – SEPTEMBER 26: LinkenIn Corp CEO Jeff Weiner (L), and U.S. President Barack Obama, (R), field a question from the audience during town hall meeting hosted by LinkedIn Corp. at the Computer History Museum on September 26, 2011 in Mountain View, California. The president used the opportunity to share his view on job creation and the current economy. (Image credit: Getty Images via @daylife)