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Chicago House Raises $129,000!
On Sunday, May 5th, from 12 – 3 p.m., Chicago House, the leader in housing and supportive services for people affected by HIV and AIDS, kicked off its 26th Annual Chicago House Spring Brunch and Fashion Show raising $129,000 for the organization! Over 400 guests
gathered at the Harold Washington Library’s breath-taking Winter Garden
Ballroom to enjoy a three-course brunch, 120-item silent auction and
fashion show!
Co-chairs Shira Kollins and Colin Falco presented Chicago House’s annual Spirit Award to openly gay Illinois State Representative Kelly Cassidy, in acknowledging her ongoing advocacy for women, the LGBT communities, and Chicago House. Guests included Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil of India and designer Azeeza Khan. Highlights from the day included a performance by Angelique Munro and a spring runway show headlined by AZZA, Lulu’s on the Avenue, Bonobos and more!
WATCH FOR THE NEXT EVENT!
JUNE 20th Annual Bird House Art Auction
Join Co-Chairs Jerry Sanfilippo, Spyros Petros, Denise Antonucci,
Erik Retzer & Jim Josephson for the Pride Kickoff event EVERYONE is
crowing about!
Toast the Summer Season with
cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while bidding on artwork and birdhouses
from the city’s Most unique designers! Functional birdhouses, funky art,
and auction pieces for any shopper!
Where: Room & Board Downtown Chicago Store
55 East Ohio Street Time: 6-9 p.m.
Advanced tickets: $70 Door tickets: $80
Since 1985, Chicago House has provided housing and supportive services to men, women, and children affected by HIV and AIDS. The Annual Brunch & Fashion Show is one of over 20 events a year to benefit the organization. www.chicagohouse.org
