lizseymour
08-12-2008, 07:12 PM
The Sky’s Not the Limit: The popular Chicago Air & Water Show (http://www.chicagoairandwatershow.us) turns 50 this year and continues to reach new heights. In honor of its golden anniversary, the show expands to three days this year, launching Friday, Aug. 15 with an afternoon water show, a late afternoon-evening air show, a concert at North Avenue Beach and a fireworks display. The schedule for Saturday, Aug. 16 and Sunday, Aug. 17 includes the water show at 9 a.m. and the air show from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Actor Bill Murray makes a special appearance at the show on Friday when he parachutes from a plane with the Golden Knights skydiving team. Actor Gary Sinise is also scheduled to appear with his band, Lt. Dan Band. More than 2 million people swarm the lakefront for the oldest and largest free show of its kind in the country. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels return to perform this year, along with the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights and much more.
KOOZA Continues: The world of extreme wonder, thrills and laughter of KOOZA from Cirque du Soleil (http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/koozapromo) now extends through Aug. 24 in Chicago under the Grand Chapiteau at the United Center. A thrilling journey through incredible acrobatics and raucous clowning, KOOZA will wow you with acts that challenge the senses and keep your pulse pounding. New discounts available for select performances. Offer valid only at http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/koozapromo.
Style at the Park: Park Hyatt Chicago invites guests to indulge in a getaway customized specifically for the fashion frenzied. The “Style at the Park” (http://parkchicago.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/offers/details.jsp?pid=2096&offerCode=&specialOfferId=17232004&corp_id=89935) package encompasses overnight accommodations in a luxurious Park Hyatt Chicago guestroom overlooking Lake Michigan or the stunning City of Chicago. Partake in a shopping adventure with a personal stylist from the experts at ShopWalk, who will map out an agenda and customize the ultimate shopping experience in either one of Chicago’s vibrant and distinguished neighborhoods or the fashion houses of Michigan Avenue. Following a personal consultation, the stylist will hand-select a series of must-see boutiques and world-class department stores for guests to flaunt their fashion prowess and receive practical styling advice. Following a day perusing Manolos and Maria Pinto, guests are invited to wrap up their day at Park Hyatt Chicago with a complimentary cocktail in NoMI Lounge or NoMI Garden (seasonal) for each guest booked in room. Rates starting at $485.
Stoked for Summerfest: The North Side is no stranger to summer fun and specifically festivals, and its Summerfest (http://www.starevents.com/northside.html) is no exception. The event runs Friday, Aug. 15-Sunday, Aug. 17 and features a full lineup of the area's best bands, a wide selection of arts and crafts and a mouth-watering array of food and drink from all corners of the city. Some 20,000 people will check out this neighborhood party. The $5 fee benefits local charities.
Glamorama: When it comes to this event, it’s a good idea to plan ahead. Glamorama (http://www.thechicagotheatre.com/events/glamorama-08.html), the 10th annual fall fashion extravaganza, returns to the Chicago Theatre next Friday, Aug. 22 at 8 p.m. with the 80s-inspired theme “Pop Candy Arcade.” Designers for this year’s fully choreographed runway show include: Marc Jacobs, Donna Karan Collection, Celine, CNC Costume National, Just Cavalli, Ports 1961, SportMax, Tibi and Tommy Hilfiger. Models will walk the runway sporting radical fashions to the awesome sounds of chart-topping ’80s superstar Cyndi Lauper and late ’80s hip-hop sensation MC Hammer. Following the fashion show, guests will make their way to the 7th floor of Macy’s on State Street for an elaborate flashback post-party. This year’s party will boast a giant video screen playing ’80s music videos alongside color-changing neon walls. Fun interactive elements will include a Rubik’s Cube lounge, Pacman and Donkey Kong arcade game competitions, Guitar Hero battles to ’80s hits and interactive break-dancer performances throughout the evening. Several food and beverage stations offering fare such as sushi, gourmet grilled pizzas and a bruchetta bar will keep Glamorama goers stoked throughout the evening gourmet pizzas to a full bruschetta bar. And for their sweet tooth, guests won’t want to miss the ‘80s-clad candy attendants roaming the party serving POP ROCKS®, Hubba Bubba bubble gum, Fruit Roll-Ups, Nerds candy, dipsticks and candy bracelets. Tickets benefit The Art Institute of Chicago and run $47-$997. They are available from ticketmaster.com.
KOOZA Continues: The world of extreme wonder, thrills and laughter of KOOZA from Cirque du Soleil (http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/koozapromo) now extends through Aug. 24 in Chicago under the Grand Chapiteau at the United Center. A thrilling journey through incredible acrobatics and raucous clowning, KOOZA will wow you with acts that challenge the senses and keep your pulse pounding. New discounts available for select performances. Offer valid only at http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/koozapromo.
Style at the Park: Park Hyatt Chicago invites guests to indulge in a getaway customized specifically for the fashion frenzied. The “Style at the Park” (http://parkchicago.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/offers/details.jsp?pid=2096&offerCode=&specialOfferId=17232004&corp_id=89935) package encompasses overnight accommodations in a luxurious Park Hyatt Chicago guestroom overlooking Lake Michigan or the stunning City of Chicago. Partake in a shopping adventure with a personal stylist from the experts at ShopWalk, who will map out an agenda and customize the ultimate shopping experience in either one of Chicago’s vibrant and distinguished neighborhoods or the fashion houses of Michigan Avenue. Following a personal consultation, the stylist will hand-select a series of must-see boutiques and world-class department stores for guests to flaunt their fashion prowess and receive practical styling advice. Following a day perusing Manolos and Maria Pinto, guests are invited to wrap up their day at Park Hyatt Chicago with a complimentary cocktail in NoMI Lounge or NoMI Garden (seasonal) for each guest booked in room. Rates starting at $485.
Stoked for Summerfest: The North Side is no stranger to summer fun and specifically festivals, and its Summerfest (http://www.starevents.com/northside.html) is no exception. The event runs Friday, Aug. 15-Sunday, Aug. 17 and features a full lineup of the area's best bands, a wide selection of arts and crafts and a mouth-watering array of food and drink from all corners of the city. Some 20,000 people will check out this neighborhood party. The $5 fee benefits local charities.
Glamorama: When it comes to this event, it’s a good idea to plan ahead. Glamorama (http://www.thechicagotheatre.com/events/glamorama-08.html), the 10th annual fall fashion extravaganza, returns to the Chicago Theatre next Friday, Aug. 22 at 8 p.m. with the 80s-inspired theme “Pop Candy Arcade.” Designers for this year’s fully choreographed runway show include: Marc Jacobs, Donna Karan Collection, Celine, CNC Costume National, Just Cavalli, Ports 1961, SportMax, Tibi and Tommy Hilfiger. Models will walk the runway sporting radical fashions to the awesome sounds of chart-topping ’80s superstar Cyndi Lauper and late ’80s hip-hop sensation MC Hammer. Following the fashion show, guests will make their way to the 7th floor of Macy’s on State Street for an elaborate flashback post-party. This year’s party will boast a giant video screen playing ’80s music videos alongside color-changing neon walls. Fun interactive elements will include a Rubik’s Cube lounge, Pacman and Donkey Kong arcade game competitions, Guitar Hero battles to ’80s hits and interactive break-dancer performances throughout the evening. Several food and beverage stations offering fare such as sushi, gourmet grilled pizzas and a bruchetta bar will keep Glamorama goers stoked throughout the evening gourmet pizzas to a full bruschetta bar. And for their sweet tooth, guests won’t want to miss the ‘80s-clad candy attendants roaming the party serving POP ROCKS®, Hubba Bubba bubble gum, Fruit Roll-Ups, Nerds candy, dipsticks and candy bracelets. Tickets benefit The Art Institute of Chicago and run $47-$997. They are available from ticketmaster.com.