PAWS Chicago Fur Ball

Attention, animal lovers! If you’re anything like me, you probably experience a little bit of guilt or sadness over leaving your pet at home while you go enjoy a nice dinner or attend an event in the city. I’ve got good news for you! PAWS Chicago, the city’s largest No Kill humane organization is throwing their 11th Annual Fur Ball on November 15th. So, what does that mean for you and your furry friends? You're all invited!
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Under the Table Pop-up Restaurant Opens Its Doors for a Unique, Communal Dining Experience

Hi there! My name is Chikoo Patel, an investor turned entrepreneur pursuing my passion for fine dining alongside my fellow friend and foodie Max Mora , Chef. With Under the Table, our newest entrepreneurial business venture in full swing, I’m thrilled to announce an upcoming event to bring a communal dining experience and innovative twists on everyday fare to local Chicagoans.

Join the Trio Animal Foundation & Help Save Homeless Animals in Chicago!

Hey Chicago!!! This is Sue Naiden from the Trio Animal Foundation and I want to tell you how you can help save the homeless animals in Chicago! The Trio Animal Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that assists shelters, rescues and individuals by paying the medical bills of homeless pets.

“Mothers in the Mills” Annual Benefit Hosted by The Puppy Mill Project

Attention all animal lovers! This is Cassy from Ripple Public Relations, and I wanted to spread the word about an amazing benefit coming up on Saturday, May 11th at John Barleycorn River North (149 W. Kinzie). Chicago-based non-profit organization, The Puppy Mill Project, is holding their annual benefit to honor the “Mothers in the Mills”, just in time for Mother’s Day.

Make A Wish Foundation Annual Wish Ball

The Make-A-Wish Foundation Illinois Chapter’s signature fundraiser, the annual black-tie Wish Ball, will take place on Saturday, May 18th at 6pm at the UIC Forum! This will be an evening to remember, featuring live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing, raffles and much more!

Artsy Ball: The 2012 Visionary Ball

On November 2nd, a fabulous ball will be held to commemorate and honor one of the art communities’ most valued and respected “outsider” artist. Cleo F. Wilson, a founding member of Intuit and former Executive Director of the company, also spent 25 years at Playboy Foundation while using her powers for good around the Chicago art community to inspire and encourage those around her. The philanthropist and art activist will receive the 2012 Visionary Award for her respected achieved efforts that have helped make Intuit the organization it is today. The organization I’m talking about is of course Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art. At Intuit, they strive to spread their mission of nurturing outsider, self-taught, and unconventional artists. The organization believes in all kinds of artists – whether they are outside of the normal realm of artistry, are self-taught artists or are classically trained.

Harley Helping Hands for Cancer at Galleria Marchetti

Thanks to all who connect with me on Twitter and Facebook about amazing events around town- especially about foundations and organizations focused on raising funds and awareness for good causes, like the following event to fight cancer..