What to do, Where to make THE scene this week in Chicago? We curate a list of Shopping events, fundraisers, fashion, beauty 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:TURN IT UP FOR CHANGE (SLC PICK OF THE WEEK)
What: TURN IT UP FOR CHANGE is a fundraising and awareness initiative in the fight for nationwide LGBT equality, put forth by W Hotels in partnership with Jennifer Hudson and the Human Rights Campaign.
Where: W Chicago – Lakeshore
644 N Lake Shore Drive
When: Wednesday, January 14th, 201
Time: 9 p.m. – 12 a.m
Cost: Space is limited. Public tickets are first come, first serve on the night of the event.
WHY: Grammy® and Academy Award® winner Jennifer Hudson; DJ White Shadow; Legendary Damon; Trannika Rex; Terry White; Shea Coulee; Precious Jewel. TURN IT UP FOR CHANGE launched in October 2014 and combines W’s longstanding support of the LGBT community with its ongoing passion for music. In partnership with HRC and Jennifer Hudson, W hopes to bring about real and lasting change for LGBT Americans in all 50 states.
EVENT:Woody’s Winter Warm Up
What: Wood Family Foundation & Kerry Wood will kick off the 2015 Cubs Convention weekend with the annual Woody’s Winter Warm-Up fundraiser.
Where: 7th Inning Stretch Restaurant and the Chicago Sports Museum
Water Tower Place, Level 7
When: Friday January 16, 2015
Time: 8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Cost: General Admission Ticket: $125
WHY: Emceed by WTMX radio personalities Eric Ferguson and Kathy Hart; musical performances by Chicago’s very own Plain White T’s and DJ Matt Roan. The evening also includes live music, raffles, premium dinner buffet, drinks, silent auction, and a live auction including the ultimate Cubs experience
EVENT: GLOBAL LEADERS LUNCHEON: ANNUAL ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
What: The Executive Club of Chicago’s annual panel of financial thought leaders for a lively debate.
Where: Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Drive
When: Wednesday January 14, 2015
Time: Registration and Networking: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Program: 12:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Cost: Member: $100 | Non Member: $150 |Registration will close three business days prior to the program
Why: The Executives’ Club of Chicago annual economic outlook panel moderated by Terry Savage featuring: Dr. David Kelly, Managing Director & Chief Global Strategist, JPMorgan Funds; Diane Swonk, Chief Economist & Senior Managing Director, Mesirow Financial; Dr. Bob Froehlich, Director, American Realty Capital; Chairman & CEO, Kane County Cougars.
SLC TIP: This is a great networking opportunity event to get face time with some industry leaders.
EVENT: Kruger Gallery Chicago “Victims & Villains” Exhibit reception
What: A brand new exhibition titled “Victims & Villains,” a solo exhibition of new works by Chicago-based artist Heather Green
Where: Kruger Gallery Chicago Lakeview
3709 North Southport Ave
When: Friday January 16
Time:6-9PM
Cost: Complimentary
WHY: Kruger Gallery Chicago represents emerging artists working in a variety of media and design. Victims and Villains explores two bodies of work. The first body of work is based on the mug shot. The second body of work, #yesallwomen, scrutinizes rape culture, specifically looking at the Steubenville rape case of 2012 and the subsequent conviction of Trent Mays and Ma’lik Richmond in 2013.
EVENT: Heineken Red Star Access presents Hypnotic Brass Ensemble’s Southside Music Series with special guest De La Soul
What: Hypnotic Brass Ensemble employ climatic orchestration and contagious musical riffs to find a common area between hip hop, experimental jazz, and funk.
Where: The Promontory
5311 S. Lake Park Ave. W. Chicago 60615
When: Thursday January 15
Time: 9PM
Cost: General Admission: $25 | Reserved seat at cabaret table $50
WHY: In 2011 Prince invited Hypnotic Brass Ensemble to perform with him at Malahide Castle in Dublin. For their Southside Music Series at the Promontory Hypnotic will be bringing in some of their friends and collaborators from around the globe to sit in for featured guest spots. The premiere guest artists are the legendary De La Soul.
EVENT: CSO Overture Council’s Night at the Movies
What: The Overture Council’s First Annual Night at the Movies: An Offer You Can’t Refuse
Where:Symphony Center, The Thomas Club on the 9th Floor
222 S. Michigan Avenue
When: Sunday, January 18
Time: 6:00 PM
Cost: White Rose Ticket $75 |Red Rose Ticket $150 CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
WHY: An evening of live music, Godfather-inspired hors d’oeuvres and a three-hour open bar with specialty cocktails. Don your cocktail attire or dress as your favorite crime family character. All proceeds to benefit the Civic Orchestra of Chicago (The CSO’s training
orchestra).
EVENT: Last Chance Art Exhibit| Mickalene Thomas: I was born to do great things
What: Kavi Gupta Chicago’s first solo exhibition with New York based artist Mickalene Thomas.
Where: Kavi Gupta CHICAGO
835 W. Washington Blvd. 60607
When: Ends January 17
Time: Tuesday–Friday, 10–6 | Saturday, 11–5
WHY: This exhibit was a favorite at Art Basel Miami Beach. I was born to do great things are the quoted words of Sandra Bush, Mickalene Thomas’s late mother
EVENT:For Frankie! A Celebration Of His Life And Birthday
What: Celebrate the late great Frankie Knuckles
Where: SmartBar Chicago
3730 N. Clark Street Chicago
When: Sunday January 18
Time: 9PM
Cost: $15 Advance, $20 at the door / 21 & Over / Doors: 10PM
WHY: KINGS OF HOUSE: Dj David Morales, Little Louie Vega, Tony Humphries. Queen! residents Derrick Carter, Michael Serafini, Garrett David + hosts Sissy Spastik * Jojo Baby * Jay Jay * Mister Wallace * Darling * Lucy Stoole & Robert Williams.
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