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So, you and your significant other “work” together. (wink wink nudge nudge) As a couple, your performance reviews are usually pretty good. However, on occasion, you have creative differences. Sometimes, you feel like working a half-day, while s/he wants to put in some overtime. Maybe your oral presentations could use some work. Perhaps you’re interested […]
It’s time to say good-bye to 2007. The year has treated me very well. I moved to a new apartment, did some traveling, and, best of all, began writing The Chicago Traveler! Many thanks to Mary Jo and everyone at b5media who has been so welcoming and helpful.
Even though The Chicago Traveler is only a […]
• Join the Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement at Shikago Restaurant for their 2007 Holiday Party. Enjoy cocktails and modern Asian cuisine, all while taking in the beautiful city views. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door. A $5 discount will be given at the door to those who donate professional apparel. […]
Happy Halloween everybody! Even though it’s a weeknight, there’s still plenty to do out there in the city…
• The Dead Diner will be serving up Halloween-themed food and drink specials, along with ghostly tunes, horror flicks, and a midnight costume contest with a $200 cash prize.
• Roscoe’s Halloween Night offers over $4,000 in cash and […]
So it’s costume time, and you’re on the hunt for something… fabulous. If you’re thinking along the lines of feathery angel wings, disco balls, vinyl, rhinestones, and size 12 platforms, walk loud and proud to Beatnix.
This outlandish boutique in the heart of Boystown (mere steps away from Sidetrack) attracts a clientele as flashy as its […]
• A ghoul’s gotta eat. The Dead Diner (a.k.a. the Orbit Room) will be serving up Halloween-themed food and drink specials, along with ghostly tunes, horror flicks, and a midnight costume contest with a cash prize. (Oct 27, 31)
• Eat, Drink, and Be Scary at the Museum of Surgical Science. Hosted by the Foundation for […]
I have to admit, I love this time of year. While I’m not a fan of chilly weather or candy-greedy kids, I can’t get enough of all things creepy and spooky. If you enjoy an adrenaline rush and want to potentially bust some ghosts, grab a tour with Chicago Ghost Investigations. This paranormal research group […]
Halloween’s coming, and everyone’s got ideas of what they want to dress up as. But you don’t want to get one of those cheesy, plastic-mask, store-bought costumes. If you want to look authentic, it’s time to think outside the box.
If you’re considering an outfit that’s military-related, stop by the Army Navy Surplus Store (on […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Friday, October 19, Y-ME Illinois will honor all those that have been affected by breast cancer and their supporters. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., The Big Night Out at Union Station will raise funds that will allow Y-ME to continue their work in the community, supporting and educating women. […]
Hear ye! Hear ye! Come one! Come all to the Bristol Renaissance Faire beginning this Saturday, July 7, in Kenosha, Wisconsin. This massive Faire recreates the visit of Queen Elizabeth to the city of Bristol in the year 1574. Jousting matches, roasted turkey legs, beer vendors, carnival rides, plays, costumed musicians, shopping, jugglers, jesters, stilt […]
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