What to do? where to make THE scene this week in Chicago? Shopping events, fundraisers, fashion trunk shows, art events and more. Here are our picks for some of the best Chicago events to add to your social calendar this week.
EVENT: Printers Row: B.J. Novak
What: Writer, director and actor B.J. Novak makes a special stop in Chicago to discuss his bestselling book “One More Thing: Stories and Other Stories” with Jennifer Day, editor of Printers Row Journal.
Where: Logan Square Auditorium
2539 N. Kedzie Blvd., Chicago
When: Sunday, Feb. 15
Time: Doors: 5 p.m.
Cost: $20.00 Learn more
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EVENT: Legends and Legacy Award Honoring Eldzier Cortor
What:join the Leadership Advisory Committee of the Art Institute of Chicago in honoring renowned artist and printmaker Eldzier Cortor with the 2015 Legends and Legacy Award.
Where: Art Institute
When: February 20, 2015
Time: 6-9PM
Cost: $50 members| $75 nonmembers| $250 patrons Get tickets
Why: The Legends and Legacy Award is an honor bestowed to living African American artists who, through their lifelong accomplishments and exceptional career in the visual arts, have influenced the next generation of artists. Artist Jonathan Green will present this distinguished award to the 99-year-old artist.
EVENT: United Way YLS Ignite 2015
What: United Way’s Young Leaders Society invites you to our biggest fundraiser ever!
Where:Fulton Market Kitchen| 311 N Sangamon
When: Friday, February 20
Time: 7:30 – 10:30pm
Cost: SOLD OUT
Why: A night of drinks, hors d’oeuvres, live music, a silent auction and more to benefit Chicago’s most at-risk neighborhoods.
EVENT: Tickled Pink for Bright Pink
What:10 year anniversary of Tickled Pink
Where: Morgan Manufacturing | 401 N Morgan Street
When: Friday, February 20, 2015
Time: 8PM-1AM
Cost: $125 Tickets
Why: Tickled Pink founder, Jodi Fyfe gathered a group of close friends and colleagues to start Tickled Pink Chicago in honor of Carrie Kenney who lost her seven year battle with breast cancer at the age of 35.
EVENT: Enrique Iglesias & Pitbull
What: Concert lineup:Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull and J Balvin
Where: Allstate Arena in Rosemont
When: Feb 20, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM-
Cost: Varies Tickets
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EVENT: Taste & Toast French Wines: Les Vins du Sud-Ouest
What:Taste new wines and meet new friends at the Bistro de l’Alliance!
Where: Alliance Française de Chicago | 54 W Chicago Ave
When: Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Cost: Members $25 |Non members $35
Why: This is where real wine lovers go to find hidden treasures! Finish off the tasting with a whiff of Armagnac, the spirit of this region and the oldest brandy in France.
EVENT: Mariano’s Celebrate the Chinese New year “Year of the Goat”
What: To celebrate the Year of the Goat, Mariano’s South Loop and Bridgeport stores will host an array of product tastings, a childrens craft and cooking demonstrations.
Where: Mariano’s South Loop( |Mariano’s Bridgeport (
When: Thursday, February 19
Time: varies check locations
Cost: FREE
EVENT: Chicago Lifestyle Design Center Grand Opening
What: Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as they celebrate the opening of the first ever Wood-Mode Lifestyle Design Center in Chicago’s historic Merchandise Mart.
Where: Merchandise Mart | 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 119
When: Thursday, February 19
Time: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost: complimentary with RSVP
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