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English-Speaking Union

The English-Speaking Union Hosts the 2015 Ascot Ball

Saturday, June 13th was An Evening at the Raffles Hotel for guests of the English-Speaking Union’s annual Ascot Ball, an event that raises money for the nonprofit. The non-political organization’s mission is an educational one, working to “provide meaningful cultural and educational programs that enrich the lives of thousands of middle …

Celebrity Fight Night

Celebrity Fight Night

It wasn’t the Thriller in Manilla, but it was a Muhammad Ali extravaganza: the 21st Annual Celebrity Fight Night event at the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix ….

A Silver Lining Foundation : “Glitz and Glamour”

A Silver Lining Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing mammograms and additional diagnostic testing to those in need. Last month I had the pleasure of attending a fashion show fundraiser and luncheon that benefitted a very worthy cause. On Wednesday, March 18th, guests filled the Gold Coast Room of the …

Bear Tie Ball - Into the Wild, A Road to the Cure

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation.  Everyone was more than ready to leave the winter weather outdoors and join like-minded friends and advocates dedicated to making a positive difference for children affected by cancer and support this year’s event “Into the Wild, A Road to the Cure.” As soon as guests entered the UIC …

The Museum of Science and Industry

Museum of Science and Industry

The Museum of Science and Industry (MSI).  Co-chaired by Cheri Chappelle, director of diversity and inclusion for Illinois Tool Works (ITW) and MSI Trustee Frank Clark, retired chairman and CEO of ComEd, the Gala raised around $360,000 for Black Creativity programming and events which pay tribute to the culture, heritage …