Brain Trust Networking group is a bi-monthly networking breakfast in Portage Park, featuring an intelligent discussion on business with ample time to network.
Bring at least 20 business cards.
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
Join St. John’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, February 24th at 3:00pm for a Jazz Trio featuring Steve Schneck on the flugelhorn, Scott Mason on the bass, and Neal Alger on guitar.
This one hour concert is free and open to the public.
The St. John's concert series is made possible by a memorial gift of long-time parishioner Juanita Raman and her family. This gift honors the mission of St. John's Church and the life of Maya Raman by offering a rich variety of musical experiences. Maya died on February 14, 2017, and music of many genres was a mainstay of her life.
For more about Steve Schneck Music go to www.steveschneckmusic.com.
About St. John’s Episcopal Church
An inclusive congregation committed to Christian worship and service to the community, St. John’s is a vibrant and diverse group of people of all ages, races, abilities, and identities, engaged in anti-racism and other transformative work. We offer three Sunday services, religious instruction for children, and adult and youth choirs. In addition to our free concert series, St. John’s offers an annual Darwin Day celebration of science and religion, sponsors a refugee family, is involved in a partnership with Hands to Help Ministries, which serves the local homeless population, and is the drop-off site for Genesis Growers, a Community Supported Agriculture organic farm at www.genesis-growers.com. Established in 1883 in Old Irving Park, the church is located on Chicago’s northwest side, on the corner of Byron and Kostner. For more information visit our website at www.stjohnschicago.com.
Fischman’s has live music every Saturday night starting at 9pm with NO COVER. Get out of the cold and enjoy some beers as you listen!
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
2112 will be hosting the 19th annual Self Employment in the Arts Conference: Explore + Expand this February 23rd and 24th.
These two days will be packed with opportunities to learn from and network with creative professionals from across the country. The focus is on helping you to turn your creative passions into a living. All areas of art are represented including the visual, performing, literary, and media arts. There is also a Juried College Art Competition and Funding Pitch. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this unique ecosystem!
Use the code DISCOUNT100 to receive $100 off the two-day rate or DISCOUNT50 to receive $50 off the 1-day rate. Please use this link to register http://bit.ly/2MIKu9A.
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
Fischman’s has live music every Saturday night starting at 9pm with NO COVER. Get out of the cold and enjoy some beers as you listen!
On February 16th, St. Viator’s very own Kevin Graham, ‘74, will be the Trvia Master at their St. Viator Trivia Night! There’s a cash prize for 1st and 2nd place and it’s $25/person or you can buy a table by February 8th.
Check out this flyer for more information, as well as to sign up!
Contact Brian Downes at bdownes@sbcglobal.com if you have any questions. All proceeds benefit the St. Viator 8th grade class trip.
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
On Sunday, February 10, 5-7pm, participate in the Carlson Community Services’ winter soup social. Held in the Irving Park Lutheran Church Gym at 4057 N. Harding Ave., the fundraiser features samples of up to 10 homemade soups from local cooks and restaurants including Chef Ed Gardner, Hearth & Crust, Tre Kronor, and Bourgeois Pig Cafe.
Tickets can be purchased at the door and are $15 for adults; $10 for seniors and teens; $5 for kids 3-12; under 3 eat free! New this year, for just $5 more you can choose a one-of-a-kind handmade bowl! In addition to unlimited servings of soup, there will be music, a kids' craft room and bake sale.
All proceeds benefit Carlson Community Services, a 501c3 non-profit connecting the Irving Park community with programs that enrich lives through education, culture and service. For more information, contact Liz Mills at lizmills@carlsoncommunityservices.org or visit carlsoncommunityservices.org.
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
Fischman’s has live music every Saturday night starting at 9pm with NO COVER. Get out of the cold and enjoy some beers as you listen!
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
Would you like to learn how to refinish a basic piece of furniture? Twice is offering two furniture refurbishing classes this February. The classes will be small 5 person groups. All students will be required to bring in a wooden chair, or small side table which could be something from around the house that needs a facelift, or a thrift store or garage sale find. Most materials required to refinish the chair will be provided by Twice. (Please call for more details, we encourage people to stop in ahead of time to go over supplies needed for your project.) Bring the item you want to refinish and Twice will show you how to turn it into something wonderful from beginning to end. The classes are $150.00 per person. Sign up today, and learn the basics of furniture reinvention! 773.297.6396. See our work at facebook.com/twicebykellyrauch
Join Te’ase for Happy Hour every Friday through Sunday from 3-6pm
NEW Blends!
Candied Almond:
Apple cubes, sugared almonds, apple pieces, sugar crystals, mistletoe, freeze dried raspberry pieces, cardamom pods
Cardamom Tangerine:
Green tea, apple pieces, cardamom seeds, aniseed, whole cardamom pods, whole star aniseed, whole cloves, mandarin slices, peppermint
Chocolate Cotton Candy:
Rooibos tea, coconut chips, broken cocoa bits, mistletoe, sweet blackberry leaves, coriander, marshmallows
Coconut Macaroon:
Apple pieces, pineapple cubes, roasted coconut chips, coconut shreds, freeze dried marzipan drops, freeze dried coconut chips, sweet blackberry leaves, freeze dried yogurt granules
Would you like to learn how to refinish a basic piece of furniture? Twice is offering two furniture refurbishing classes this February. The classes will be small 5 person groups. All students will be required to bring in a wooden chair, or small side table which could be something from around the house that needs a facelift, or a thrift store or garage sale find. Most materials required to refinish the chair will be provided by Twice. (Please call for more details, we encourage people to stop in ahead of time to go over supplies needed for your project.) Bring the item you want to refinish and Twice will show you how to turn it into something wonderful from beginning to end. The classes are $150.00 per person. Sign up today, and learn the basics of furniture reinvention! 773.297.6396. See our work at facebook.com/twicebykellyrauch
Six Corners Association will transform 2112 Chicago into a honky tonk hub of fried chicken, craft beer, and dancing in an effort to raise money for the organization's economic development efforts in Chicago's Portage Park community. The event will feature live music by Folk Yeah!, a bluegrass band showcasing top radio hits, country-style cuisine from local restaurants, and a special beer-tasting from our craft breweries.
Admission is $25/person and includes food, pop and water.
Admission + Beer Tasting is $40/person and includes food, pop, water, and a tee shirt. Must be 21+ to participate in beer tasting.
No tickets will be sold at the door. Six Corners Association members receive 10% off tickets.
Tickets here.
The National Veterans Art Museum inspires greater understanding of the real impact of war with a focus on Vietnam and recent wars. The museum collects, preserves and exhibits art inspired by combat and created by veterans.
This year, the National Veterans Art Museum is hosting the first ever NVAM Triennial. From the Great War through the Global War on Terror veterans have made art about their military experiences that challenges stereotypes, politics, and media portrayals. At its best, such work has driven new creative movements and transformed society.
If you have never owed an original artwork or participated in an auction event, now is the time. And it has never need easier to participate! Simply click here. Scroll through the artwork and click on the works you are interested in to learn more about the artist and the piece. When you are ready to bid, select the registration button in the upper right of the auction site screen. Fill in the prompts and place your bid!
