It’s time again for the Weekly Rewind from nowYOUknow where each Monday we recap the week’s events so you know exactly what’s happening and where you need to be. Get your calendars ready because here we go:
Monday, May 23
Rising Stars Tasting Gala & Awards Ceremony from 7-10pm at Fairmont Chicago in Millennium Park. Enjoy high-concept food from up-and-coming culinary stars from the top restaurants in and around town. Tickets: $125 per person; $175 VIP admission which includes private reception, tasting preview, Champagne and Petrossian caviar. More Info.
RKON at House of Blues. Join us for a live performance by MINIKISS, along with security technology presentations, networking reception, soul food and drinks from 7-11pm.
MMDM Benefiting Technolology for Humanity at Epic Lounge from 5:30-7:30pm. Epic will be providing complimentary light appetizers during the event. Like past MMDM events, donations will be taken at the sign-in/entrance area of event. All Donations from the MMDM event will be given directly to Technology for Humanity. More Info.
Chicago Turkish Festival at Daley Plaza in its 9th year. Free admission from 10am-6pm with live performances between 12-2pm. More Info.
National Restaurant Association Show 2011 at McCormick Place all day. Meet industry professionals from all over the world. Also test products from over 1,800 exhibitors in 900+ product categories. More Info.
Tuesday, May 24
Chicago Loop Alliance Summer Launch Movement from 5:30-8:30pm
Chicago’s Largest Non-Profit Fair from 5-8pm at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza. Join YPC as we partner with Chicago Non-Profit for a unique networking event that provides you with access to over 90 Chicago-based, non-profit organizations in need of volunteers, junior board members, business sponsors and more generally, increased awareness. More Info.Chicago Turkish Festival at Daley Plaza in its 9th year. Free admission from 10am-6pm with live performances between 12-2pm. More Info.
National Restaurant Association Show 2011 at McCormick Place until 3pm. Today is the last day of the show. Meet industry professionals from all over the world. Also test products from over 1,800 exhibitors in 900+ product categories. More Info.
Wednesday, May 25Chicago Turkish Festival at Daley Plaza in its 9th year. Free admission from 10am-6pm with live performances between 12-2pm. More Info.
Summer Patio Series Memorial Day Kick-Off at Red Canary. Join CitySwarm as we kick-off Memorial Day weekend early with gastro-lounge Red Canary. This backyard barbecue-style celebration is also kicking off our Summer Patio Series! Cost $15 includes entrance, 2 cocktails, appetizers, and a $10 gift certificate. More Info.
Suit-Up at Bull & Bear. This monthly business networking event features industry leaders in finance, real estate, law, marketing, entertainment and more. Admission is $5 per person and 100% of the proceeds will go to the charity of the month CABRINI CONNECTIONS. More Info.
Perfect Pairs at Cibo Matto. Chef Evan Percoco pairs small plates with Domaine Carneros wine. You must reserve a spot. More Info.
Summer Window Contest at The Terrace at Conrad. f you have ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in the exciting world of window display, look no further. The Summer Window Contest will provide a glimpse into a craft that adds a touch of charm to the pedestrian life. More Info.
Thursday, May 26
Sqausht by Le Boutiques is celebrating their 1-year birthday from 11am–9pm, join local designer Lesley Timpe as she celebrates the first year of her independently owned Squasht by Les Boutique in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village. More Info.
Studio 54 Party at Akira Women and Akira Shoes on Diversey from 4-9pm. Drinks, food, dancers, giveaways, and more. Details.
RAW Artists presents Incite at Vertigo Sky Lounge in the Dana Hotel starting at 8pm. Tickets are $10 presale. Buy them online @ www.RAWartists.org/chicago/incite. ** Remember to select the name of the artist you are supporting!! More Info.
i4 Design’s 5th Annual Suite Sixteen. It’s our Five year Anniversary of our Suite Sixteen and we are celebrating it in a big way by inviting all 80 of our Suite Sixteen nominees to a reunion celebration from 5:30-7:30 at Tzar Ultra Lounge! More Info.
Chicago StreetStyle.com at Kokorokoko. Join us for an evening with local fashion blogger/ Street Style Photographer, Amy Creyer from ChicagoStreetStyle.com from 5-9pm. Kokorokoko is located at 1112 N. Ashland. More Info.
Revolve Night of Fashion and Charity at the Drake Hotel from 7-9pm. Usher in the summer with a fashion show featuring emerging local designers at the legendary Drake hotel. Be prepared to be inspired as you sip cocktails and jam the night away. More Info.
Txakoholika Pop-Up Wine Bar from 6-10pm. Pintxo is a Basque term used for finger foods, usually a couple bites in size to accompany your Txakoli (cho-ko-lee) or hard apple cider (Sidra). We will be putting our own X twists on 6 different Pintxos for the evening. Tickets and Reservations are required. More Info.
Ladie’s Night at Ai Sushi from 7-10pm. Indulge in an evening of complimentary manicures and massages. Drink and Food specials. RSVP is requred by phone or email. Space is limited. More Info.
Friday, May 27
Saturday, May 28Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival. The 27th annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival, hosted by the Central Lakeview Merchants Association, is a reflection of the lifestyle of this area. Boasting some of the best local musical entertainment in the Midwest, this festival attracts young professionals from both Chicago and its suburbs. The festival not only features musical acts but also arts, crafts, fashion and a variety of food and drink. More Info.
Goddess JM Couture Fashion Show at 8fifty8 – 858 W. Lake St. Fashion show starts at midnight with a very special performance from Empire and Beautiful Models on the ALL NEW runway. This is also a model casting event. More Info.
Sunday, May 29
Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival. The 27th annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival, hosted by the Central Lakeview Merchants Association, is a reflection of the lifestyle of this area. Boasting some of the best local musical entertainment in the Midwest, this festival attracts young professionals from both Chicago and its suburbs. The festival not only features musical acts but also arts, crafts, fashion and a variety of food and drink. More Info.
White Out – An ALL white party at Crimson lounge sponsored by My Drink On from 9pm-2am with drink specials. More Info.
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