The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac – A 104 Year Tradition Continues
A 104 year old maritime tradition was proudly renewed last week as sailors gathered in Chicago to start the 333 mile race to Mackinac Island, Michigan. The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Veuve Clicquot champagne is considered one of the oldest and highly regarded freshwater sailing races in the world.
Love, Peace, and Matt Lamb Forever
The legacy of the brilliant artist Matt Lamb was honored Sunday night at the River East Art Gallery (Matt Lamb Museum) as hundreds of friends, family, and dignitaries gathered — some from as far away as Spain, Germany, and the U.K.
2011 Retrospective from I On The Scene
A 2011 Retrospective, The New Year always brings many new thoughts and promises as well as past memories. I feel very fortunate to be able to share with all of you some of my wonderful and special moments. The following photos are of this past year, and each and every …
Chicago Polo Continues the Tradition on the Shores of Lake Michigan
Chicago’s polo history which is steeped in tradition dating back to June of 1876 was re-ignited at the inaugural beach polo tournament at North Ave. beach. Breathtaking was the view of Lake Michigan’s sandy shores as the sand was flying, the horses were cantering, vodka was flowing and the warm rays of the sun were shining down brightly on Lake Michigan.
47th Chicago International Film Festival
The AMC River East 21 movie theatre was the site of the 47th Chicago International Film Festival Summer Gala on Friday, August 19th. So significant was this event that Governor Quinn proclaimed Aug. 19th “Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez Day” throughout the state of Illinois.
Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
The long awaited “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark” finally premiered on Broadway Tuesday night (June 14th) before a star-studded audience that included severable notable Chicagoans and Bono and the Edge (from U-2) who provided Spider-Man’s music and lyrics.
Making a Dent to Further Education at Columbia College
The excitement in the air was evident as soon as you arrived at Carnivale restaurant where the celebration for Richard Dent, a Chicago Bears champion, two time Super Bowl winner, Super Bowl XX MVP and Class of 2011 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee was about to begin. The evening was a fundraiser for The Make a Dent Foundation, started over fourteen years ago by Richard Dent.
Matt Lamb Masterpieces Showcased
Matt Lamb, an internationally recognized artist in generous collaboration with Mr. Juan Javier Bofill presented to the city of Chicago, The Museum of Private Collections featuring the Work of Dali and Lamb
Oprah’s Farewell Spectacular at The United Center
Chicago’s United Center was filled with entertainment’s elite for Oprah’s surprise farewell spectacular. Speculation of who would be in attendance was the talk of the town for days, but Oprah’s team remained tight-lipped in order to create one of the biggest surprises for the talk show legend while taping her final shows.
Quinton de’ Alexander
Designer extraordinaire, Quinton de’Alexander, is hosting an “Unforgettable” celebration of song, glamour and fashion on Sat. June 25. Mr. de’ Alexander will unveil his anticipated “Gem Collection” at the Chicago Center for the Performing Arts, 777 N. Green St.
