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Red Carpet Concierge Makes Merry
De Witt Place was the location of the Red Carpet Concierge Holiday Party. Chicago’s elite gathered to celebrate the year and honor those unsung heroes “photographers”. A special mention was made in memory of celebrity photographer , Steve Starr, who’s … Continue reading
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McDonalds Thanksgiving Day Parade Brings Diversity to the Holidays
Thanksgiving Day , Chicagoans arose to sunshine, the smell of turkey, and a holiday tradition. The 79th McDonalds Thanksgiving Parade. The parade went down that “great street” State with thousands watching along the route. Leading the parade was none … Continue reading
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Everyone Gets Fed! Thanksgiving Dinner
With the economy suffering people may need a little help with Thanksgiving. Chitownstarconnectins as found a great place in the south loop offering a free traditional Thanksgiving. At Tapas Valencia everyone is super friendly and the owner greets each … Continue reading
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Macy’s “Great Tree” Kicks Off Holiday Season
Last Saturday, was the unofficial start of the holiday season. One of the biggest holiday traditions is the lighting of the “Great Tree” in the center of the Walnut Room. This annual event began in 1907 when the tree was … Continue reading
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Happy New Year from Chitownstarconnections
Well it is 2012 and we start with a clean slate. We make promises to our selves to be healthier, happier , and more positive starting today. We celebrate this new start by escorting out the old. Here are some … Continue reading
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Return to the days of Radio for a Holiday Classic
Tonight I got to see what entertainment was like in the days before the Ipod and Dvd. American Blues Theatre presented the Frank Capra holiday classic, “It’s A Wonderful Life.” The cast were dressed in period clothing as they transported … Continue reading
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The Festival of Lights
At the same time of this season, another religious holiday is observed. The Jewish celebration of Hanukkah. Hanukkah takes place over eight nights and commemorates the deliverance of Israel from Syria. The oil in the temple became contaminated and couldn’t … Continue reading
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Viva La Posada!
To all the amigas y amigos I want to wish them Feliz Navidad y Prospero Anos de Felicidad. Last night , I participated in a wonderful Mexican tradition called “La Posada.” Posada is when the Holy Family goes from … Continue reading
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A Night of Family Fun Stampedes into the Chicago
Last Wednesday, i was treated to a night of rip roarin old fashioned Christmas fun. I had the privilege of being in the opening night audience of the Chicago premiere of A Christmas Story – the musical at the … Continue reading
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Chicago ‘s Finest Glow for the Holidays pt one
As a special treat, I am giving my readers a small taste of life in the big city. Chicago is a major tourist mecca and no where is this more true than the places that pamper tourists and business people … Continue reading
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