I must admit, I am a bit of a nerd. My favorite subject in school was science and I loved astronomy. That is only one of the many reasons I love working at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago. The main reason though is that it is such a spectacular venue forRead More
Special Event Lighting
Bar Mitzvah Lighting at Nacional 27 in Chicago
When I first met Nicolas I liked him right away. He didn’t want his Bar Mitzvah to be typical in any way. He wanted it to be a full- on, club-style party with lots and lots of lighting, a man after my own heart. [Read more]
Choosing Your Chicago Wedding Reception Venue
Planning the wedding reception usually takes several months to over a year for some couples. Starting the process can be overwhelming as there are so many options to choose from. Do we have our reception in a banquet hall, a hotel, a historic landmark? Do we hire a catering company or does the venue include everything? The options are almost endless. However, every couple should have a budget and there are many creative ways to stay within your budget and still have the most beautiful wedding day! [Read more]
Dancing in the Street Charity Concert and Auction
The 1960’s were a great time for American traditions like rock n’roll and cocktails. Now timeless, these two traditions lay the foundation for an innovative fundraiser, Dancing in the Street Charity Concert and Auction, benefiting Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights Aids. [Read more]
Eco-Friendly Weddings: Green Living & Loving
April 22 is a day reserved to celebrate and show our appreciation for Mother Earth. GreenBrideGuide.com tells us that of the 2.5 million weddings that will take place this year, each event will produce 400 to 600 pounds of garbage and an average of 62 tons of carbon dioxide. [Read more]