…I love you. Specifically, I love your contributions on the field (DA BEARS!) and off the field. It’s no secret that Israel Idonije is one of my favorite Bears players. As a matter of fact, I totally plan on adopting a pug and naming her Izzy. I’m impressed with the charitable work that Izzy spearheads through his foundation. The Israel Idonije Foundation is committed to providing positive experiences to economically disadvantaged families. IIF executes programs [...]
If you follow me on Twitter, then you know that navy and orange flows through my veins. Those are the colors of my high school, college, and beloved Chicago Bears. Sunday after Sunday (and some Saturdays…Go ILLINI), I take pride in seeing fans and players suit up in navy and orange and get pumped for a victory. That pride doubles every October as I watch my Bears strut onto the field with their navy, orange, [...]
As I get older and older, I continue to gain a greater appreciation for wine. But, I’m still scared to venture too far out of my wine comfort zone, lest I relive a horrible night from Sophomore year of college. Any ILLINI familiar with Wine Night at Clybourne’s? Anyways, I digress. The Tasting Room (1415 W. Randolph) is giving me a great reason to expand my wine knowledge with its’ tasting sessions for charity, “Flights [...]
Okay…I was looking at my iCal today and noticed that Thursday, the 26th is about to be a CRAZY night for Chicagoans. Literally. I don’t want to take up anymore space, so I’m just going to list them out for your reading pleasure! Parties…! TheChiGuide.com Launch Party (9p-12a) - Landmark (1633 N. Halsted) TheChiGuide spotlights Chicago’s best events in music, dining, nightlife, arts & culture, sports, and everything in between. This red carpet launch will benefit [...]
Still undecided about NYE? Diageo Brands (Don Julio, Ciroc, Nuvo) is collaborating with Luol Deng and Joakim Noah (Chicago Bulls) and Garrett Wolfe (Chicago Bears) to bring Chicago a star-studded NYE event benefiting the following foundations: The Luol Deng Foundation For the Good of the Neighborhood Foundation (Joakim Noah) The 8 Foundation (Former NBA player, Antoine Walker) NBC 5 Street Team member, Chasity, has the info here! -kb P.S. Tickets will be available until [...]
As expected, there have been numerous toy drives all over the city. This past weekend, both Anna Kournikova and former Chicago Bears player, Jerry Azumah, hosted toy drives for their respective charities. And, this week, there are still more opportunities for you to show up and drop something off for a deserving child! Thurs, 12/18: Latino Toys for Tots Party – This event, hosted by Telemundo anchor Tsi-Tsi-Ki Felix, is a benefit for the Erie [...]
