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MICHIGAN AVENUE
IN THE NEWS
Michigan Avenue magazine goes inside a historic Lakeview Victorian, 546 West Hawthorne Place. View the video on the left.
Michigan Avenue explores the hottest summer fashion trends on WGN. View the video.
The Chicago Sun-Times covers Michigan Avenue’s selection of five fetching females as the Surreal Housewives of Chicago. |
STAFF PICKS
How our staff plans to splurge this summer! |
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My summer splurge is David Yurman’s Confetti Five-Row Bracelet from Razny Jewelers. I especially love it because it can spice up a simple outfit or complement a colorful one. $1,750
Liza Sweitzer, Account Manager
Razny Jewelers |
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I plan to take a journey through the Field Museum’s “Real Pirates” exhibit and the world-renowned collection of modern European paintings and sculptures at The Modern Wing at the Art Institute of Chicago. Afterwards, I will lunch at AIC’s Garden Café. The views are amazing and so is the food!
Kathy Mitchell-Guthrie, Account Manager
Field Museum and Art Institute of Chicago |
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The Leica M8 White Edition camera is the perfect accessory for my travels to Mexico and Greece this summer. It will help me capture all of the special moments with my friends so I can remember them forever. $8,500
Jane Lee, Distribution Relations Manager
Leica |
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I would love the AAirpass offered by American Airlines. It affords you to purchase miles upfront similar to a debit card. Miles are then deducted from your account when you travel. You can even share! How easy is that?
Rick Patrone, Advertising Director
American Airlines |
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My summer splurge is only indulgent in terms of calories. I love, love, love Black Dog Gelato. It’s made by a local Chicagoan named Jessie Oloroso who concocts the most amazing flavors like strawberry balsamic and whiskey (trust me, it’s good) and great sorbets (brown butter pear, red plum moscato) for when I’m trying to be a little better. Black Dog is sold at multiple locations, but I usually get mine at Piccolo in the Ukrainian Village or Cipollina in Wicker Park.
Kate Templin, Deputy Editor
Black Dog Gelato |
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Spoiling myself with the signature Purifying Diamonds Massage at the Spa at Trump is my idea of the perfect summer splurge. The oils used in this luxurious 90 minute massage are infused with the benefits of diamonds to provide clarity, inspiration and enlightenment. After all, diamonds are a girl’s best friend. $300
Kimmy Wilson, Sales Assistant
The Spa at Trump |
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MICHIGAN AVENUE PARTNERS WITH THE PRINCESS GRACE FOUNDATION AND GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL
Michigan Avenue is proud to partner with The Princess Grace Foundation-USA as they host a special benefit performance of Steppenwolf Theatre Company's production of Up on Friday June 26. Up is written and directed by Princess Grace Award winners Bridget Carpenter and Anna D. Shapiro, respectively. The show is described as a quirky, bittersweet tale about escaping the boundaries of everyday life and how we dream ourselves into a future; a definite must see! Guests who purchase dinner and performance tickets for this special evening will also enjoy a post-performance discussion with the actors. For more information or to purchase tickets please call or email the foundation at 212-317-1470 or info@pgfusa.org.
Michigan Avenue is also thrilled to partner with the Grant Park Music Festival for the highly anticipated Divertimento 75th Annual Season Gala on Saturday July 25. Located at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, Divertimento’s “Opera Hits on Venetian Night” concert will offer captivating performances by the Grammy-nominated Grant Park Orchestra, and world-renowned guest artists Juanjo Mena, Nicole Cabell and Russell Thomas. Immediately following, guests will dine and dance at the carnival-themed celebration at the latest addition to The Art Institute of Chicago, The Modern Wing. For tickets and additional information, call 312-744-4156 or visit Grant Park Music Festival. |
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 MICHIGAN AVENUE’S SECRETS TO LOOKING GREAT
When it comes to good health, most fitness buffs will tell you no price is too high… so how does free sound? The rumors are true: Just sign up at David Barton Gym in June and DB will let you skip out of monthly dues until September. Hurry, offer ends soon! David Barton Gym, 600 West Chicago Avenue, 312-836-9127.
Why spend a fortune when you can get a fresh summer hair color for less at The Salon at ULTA? The Workshop Apprentice Services offer 30 percent off color services every week on Tuesdays through Fridays from 12 P.M. to 4 P.M. This is a deal you cannot afford to miss. The Salon at ULTA, 114 South State Street, 312-279-5081. |
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HOT DATES
JULY 14
An Evening with the Beach Boys
The original boys of summer are back with their sing-along-friendly hits like, “California Girls,” “Good Vibrations” and “Help Me, Rhonda” for a special performance at Ravinia. Ravinia, 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park, 847-266-5100.
JULY 21
Twilight on the Rooftop
Spend the night on the East Bank Club’s gorgeous roof for Hubbard Street Dance, Chicago’s annual wine-tasting fundraiser. East Bank Club, 500 North Kingsbury Street, 312-850-9744.
JULY 21 – 22
The 3rd Annual Chicago Sidewalk Sale
Enjoy this shopping extravaganza featuring local boutiques and designers showcasing everything from clothes to handbags and jewelry. Daley Plaza, 50 West Washington Street.
JULY 24
John Legend at the Horseshoe Casino
The six-time Grammy-winner known for his soulful piano tunes performs on the outdoor stage as part of the casino’s summer concert series. Outdoor Stage at the Horseshoe Casino, 11999 Casino Center Drive, SE, Elizabeth, Indiana, 800-745-3000.
Find more must-attend events in the June/July Issue of Michigan Avenue magazine. |
MICHIGAN AVENUE AND GNMAA AT LUXBAR
On Thursday June 11, Michigan Avenue hosted 200 members of the Greater North Michigan Avenue Association at Chicago hot spot, Luxbar. The gathering welcomed the association’s newest leaders Peter Simoncelli (chairman of the board and general manager of the Westin Chicago River North) and John Chikow (GNMAA president and CEO). |
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