What to do? where to make THE scene this week in Chicago? Shopping events, fundraisers, legend in concert and more. Here are our picks for some of the best Chicago events to add to your social calendar this week.
EVENT: CHICAGO CHILDREN’S CHOIR: DANCING IN THE STREET
What: Co-presented by the Harris Theater, Chicago Children’s Choir honors the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, celebrates South Africa’s 20th year free from apartheid and remembers the late Nelson Mandela in this uplifting concert with special guest Kurt Elling
Where: Harris Theatre Chicago
205 E. Randolph Street
When: Thursday May 15
Time: 7:30PM
Cost:Varies CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
EVENT: ZOO-OLOGIE
What: The signature fundraiser of Lincoln Park Zoo’s Auxiliary Board on the grounds of Lincoln Park Zoo featuring cocktails, music by Hey Jimmy.
Where: Lincoln Park Zoo
2200 North Cannon Dr. 60614
When: Saturday May 17
Time: 8PM-12AM
Cost: SOLD OUT
Why: contributions help us to keep Lincoln Park Zoo open and free to the public, 365 days a year
EVENT: Teach For America Spring Impact
What: Inspiring evening with over 500 of Chicago’s educators and young professionals committed to fueling the movement for educational equality,featuring cocktails, live music, and silent auction
Where: Millennium Park Rooftop Terrace
201 N. Randolph Street
When: Saturday May 17
Time: 7PM-10PM
Cost: $100 Click Here to Purchase
Presented by the Teach For America – Chicago Auxiliary Board & Alumni Affairs Team
EVENT: Mario Make Me A Model Finale
What: The conclusion of ‘Mario, Make Me a Model.’ Five remaining finalists will walk the runway with professional models in a show featuring collections from Chicago Designers: Azeeza | Lagi Nadeau | Two Penny Blue | Agnes Hamerlik | Misanthrope
Where: Museum of Broadcast Communications
360 North State Street, Chicago
When: Friday May 16
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: VIP Admission $95 | General Admission $49.50 | Reduced General Admission $39.50
EVENT: Macy’s and DETAILS Magazine
What: Macy’s and DETAILS Magazine kicks off their semi-annual Men’s Style event. Come camera ready and dress to impress the DETAILS Magazine style correspondent-one lucky winner will land a spot in a DETAIL’ magazine issue!
Where: Macy’s State Street
111 N. State Street
When: Saturday May 17
Time: 12PM
Cost: complimentary
EVENT: Hy Tea and Flowers at NoMI Kitchen
What: The Park Hyatt Chicago’s Masters of Food & Wine series
Where: NoMI Art Gallery At Park Hyatt Chicago
800 N. Michigan Avenue
When: Sunday May 18
Cost: $75 per person
Time: 12pm-3pm
Why: special series with limited availability To secure reservations, please contact Camila Rachmanis at camila.rachmanis@hyatt.com.
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