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Northalsted Market Days 2017
Prince Poppycock
Northalsted Market Days Brings Bevy of Entertainment Options
The Northalsted Business Alliance brings a bevy of entertainment options to this year’s Market Days, set for August 12 and 13. The Boystown bash, known for its five stages of entertainment, features a veritable bazaar of shopping and food options in addition to the live music.
The sheer diversity in entertainment guarantees there’s something for everyone to enjoy. From national headliners like Jody Watley to local favorites, from cabaret style singers to funk and beyond, Market Days delivers on its reputation as a must-do fest in the Midwest.
Northalsted Business Alliance Executive Director Chad Honeycutt expands on the appeal of the festival. “To host one of the biggest and longest running festivals in Chicago in such a vibrant neighborhood, naturally draws people from all over the city, state, country and beyond. It’s truly a welcoming and wonderful weekend to experience a fantastic array of music and enjoy the area and all of our offerings.”
Northalsted Market Days/Saturday, Aug 12th
North Stage
1:30P-3:30PM Drag Show
345P-4:30PM Prince Poppycock
4:45PM-5:30PM Inaya Day
5:40PM-7:30PM Drag Show
7:45PM-8:30PM Linda Clifford
845P-930PM Jody Watley
Jody Watley
Steve Grand
7-11 Stage
1PM-2PM DJ
2PM-2:45PM Steve Grand
2:45PM-3:15PM DJ
3:15P-4PM TIFFANY
4PM-445PM DJ
445P-5:30PM Brian Justin Crumb
5:30-7PM DJ
7PM-7:45PM ROBYN S
7:45-9PM DJ
9PM-945PM Maxine Nightingale
Maxine Nightengale
Belmont Stage
2PM-3PM KC Ortiz
3PM-3:30PM DJ
3:30P-5PM Michael McBride & Friends
Michael McBride
5PM-5:30PM DJ
5:30P-7PM Wedding Banned
7PM-7:45PM DJ
745PM-945PM Satisfaction
Jazz Stage (Aldine)
130PM-3PM Joe Policastro Trio
330PM-5PM Whiskey & Cherries
530PM-730PM BMR4
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NORTHALSTED MARKETDAYS 2017/Sunday, Aug 13th
Big Freedia
North Stage
115P-3PM Drag Show
3:15-4PM BIG FREEDIA
4-6PM Drag Show
615P-755PM Rod Tuffcurls
8PM-8:30PM DJ
835P-955PM Purple Xperience
Belmont Stage
130P-230PM Girl Power Night
2:30-3:15PM DJ
3:15PM-4PM Cece Peniston
Frenchie Davis
4:15-5PM Frenchie Davis
5-6PM DJ
6P-7:30PM Boy Band Review
7:30-8:15PM DJ
815PM-9:45PM Catfight
7-11 Stage
1:15PM-2PM Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus
2:15P-3:30PM Don’t Speak
3:30PM-4PM DJ X-Tasy
4P-515PMJC Brooks & the Uptown Sound
5:15PM-6PM DJ X-Tasy
6PM-720PM 10,000 Maniacs
7:20PM-7:50PM DJ X-Tasy
7:50P-9:50PM 16 Candles
Jazz Stage (Aldine)
130PM-3PM The Winchester Sound
330PM-5PM The Flat cats
About the Northalsted Business Alliance (NBA)
Formed in 1980, NBA represents more than 100 businesses along the Halsted Street corridor. The organization hosts major events throughout the year including Chicago Pride Fest, Pride Prom Northalsted Market Days, the Halloween Parade, Frost Fest and the Legacy Live Series. For information about NBA visit www.northalsted.com.
SUPERHERO Chicago Markets Days Event Aug. 10
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OUT IN THE PARK Volunteer Event June 13
HEY EVERYONE! This is year 6 for OUT IN THE PARK @ Six Flags Great America.
Every summer we NEED VOLUNTEERS! Anyone interested should join this page.
we will have our first meeting at Charlies in Boystown, Tuesday June 13th at 6:30 pm.
We will provide some pizzas and couple drinks for those who can make it.
There are many different ways to help.
And you can earn FREE TICKETS to the event and other cool stuff.
Each year, a portion of money for the ticket goes to a different charity.
This year HOWARD BROWN HEALTH will benefit!
Mothers Day Celebrations Chicago
This May 14th, treat Mom to something you know will make both of you smile: a delightful brunch or a delicious dinner with you!
(If Mom is not here in town with you, GO OUT and CELEBRATE HER Anyways!)
2 of our favorite spots right in Lakeview/Boystown:
| El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill
3906 N. Broadway Chicago Il 60613 Phone: 773-549-2932 / Reserve here: www.elmariachitequilabar
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| Revolucion Mexican Steakhouse
3443 N. Broadway Chicago Il 60657 Phone: 773-661-9893 / Reserve here: www. |
BRUNCH, LUNCH or DINNER, you can’t go wrong with either place!
Chicago Red Dress Party April 22
HURRY! Save 15% on all tickets.
Use Promo Code Red2017 at checkout.
Ends March 31th, 2017.
CHICAGO RED DRESS PARTY will be Saturday, April 22, 2017!
The Chicago Red Dress Party is dedicated to creating awareness and visibility for the HIV/AIDS movement and raising funds for organizations that provide vital community services and to build a strong, unified LGBT and allied community.
The only rule: all attendees MUST WEAR RED to honor the spirit of the “Red Dress” (Guys are allowed to wear Red Shirts or Red Pants)
The VIP Party starts at 7:30 PM, with a Special Performance at 8:30pm. At the end of the night VIP’s don’t forget to pick up your Goodie Bags!
The Main Event will start at 9:00pm, with DJ Ryan Bejlovec, over a 3 dozen Silent Auction Items, The Host of the Night Miss Foozie, line up of entertainment feature Boylseque with Ben D Mann, Alexis Hex and a SPECIAL performance that is to big to announce!
Remember… You MUST wear a red dress/skirt/kilt/toga/
Tickets Prices: General Admission $45
VIP Admission (includes entry to VIP Party & Main Event) $65
Tickets can be purchased the day of the event at the door.
Pre Order tickets NOW::
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Chicago Red Dress Party is under a New Founder and New Board of Directors. 100% of the proceeds goes towards local non for profit organizations in Chicago that help those affected with HIV/AIDS.
Taste of the Tropics April 25
If you like to cook or like to try new things, this is a FUN evening! We have been to several of these. You buy a bottle of wine from downstairs and enjoy a 2 hours cooking class and tasting from the wonderful Chef Tong! JOIN US!
Chef Chris returns to Whole Foods Market to present some delicious dishes with a tropical flair. Chef Chris will provide tips on shopping for the finest ingredients. And, everyone gets a taste.
Chef Tong’s menu features:
-Brazilian Coconut Soup with Shrimp and Cilantro
-Grilled Tuna served with Avocado-Jicama Salad, Mango Chipolte
-Passion Fruit Mousse
The cooking class is on the mezzanine level in the on-site cooking classroom at the Whole Foods Market in Lincoln Park, 1550 N. Kingsbury, Chicago. It will be held on Tuesday, April 25 from 7pm-9pm. The cost is $25.00. (BYOB allowed).
Advance registration is required to reserve your place in the class. To register, call Whole Foods Market in Lincoln Park at 312.587.0648 or sign up at the customer service desk. Credit cards or cash payments will hold your place in the class.
We hope to see you there! Facebook Page HERE
National Margarita Day Feb 22
It’s going to be 68 degrees today in Chicago! What better excuse to dine al fresco on EL MARIACHI’S secluded patio and enjoy a MARGARITA?! (or 2 or 3).
BOTH Revolucion Steakhouse and El Mariachi will celebrate with $5 house margaritas PLUS some complimentary sampling!
Revolucion Steakhouse
3443 N. Broadway
Chicago, Il 60657
(773) 661-9893 Reserve Today! revolucionsteakhouse.com
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill
3906 N.Broadway
Chicago, Il 60613
(773) 549-2932 Reserve Today! elmariachitequilabar.com
Northalsted Boystown Beer Fest Feb 25 26
Northalsted’s winter street festival takes place in our huge outdoor HEATED tent.
Featuring over 40 craft beers you will have the opportunity to sample your choice of 15 beers while dancing at this unique party!
2 different sessions are available.
For more information please visit:
www.northalsted.com/events/frost-fest/
The frosty fun continues on Sunday, February 26th at our 4th Annual Soup Walk presented by the Northalsted Business Alliance and the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce.
Taste great soups, from all over the area!
Valentines Restaurant Specials Chicago
Start your Valentine’s day celebration at Revolucion Steakhouse! Chicago’s first Mexican Steakhouse. Steaks, Chops, Seafood with a Mexican flare.
We know trying to find the perfect place to celebrate Valentine’s Day can be stressful, right? Allow us to make you a reservation and make it a perfect night for the both of you. Special Prix Fixe Menu available through Valentines – Regular Menu is avalable as well. 3443 N Broadway St. (Lakeview/Chicago).
Just click on this link and reserve today! http://ow.ly/3PTv308T6Ht
Treat your date to an intimate, candlelit dinner at El Mariachi Restaurant!
They only serve top quality, authentic dishes and margaritas. It has been family owned and operated for over 20 years. We offer a more genuine and unique experience than your typical Mexican restaurant with an extensive selection of over 100 tequilas (100% Blue Agave). Also, we are famous for tableside guacamole prepared fresh to order, and offer the most authentic regional Mexican cuisine in all of Lakeview!
They will be offering a special $35 Prix Fixe Valentine’s menu which will be available from Friday 2/10 to Tuesday 2/14. – The regular menu will also be available. Space is limited – Reserve today! 773-549-2932. 3906 N. Broadway!
Super Bowl Sunday Lady Gaga Brunch
Lady Gaga Brunch on Super Bowl Sunday at Kit Kat Lounge
Madam X Performs Live, Halftime Show Viewing Party
Sunday, February 5
Brunch, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dinner and Lounge, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club will host a Lady Gaga themed brunch in celebration of her halftime performance at this year’s Super Bowl. On Sunday, February 5,
Diva Madam X will perform
as Lady Gaga intermittently from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Kit Kat’s mixologists will shake up Lady Gaga martinis ($7, all day) made with Stoli, Hpnotiq and pineapple juice, garnished with a glow stick.
Guests may enjoy Chef JoAnn Witherell’s brunch menu, featuring chicken and waffles, Rice Krispie french toast, crab cake benedict, chilaquiles and more. With the purchase of any brunch entree, a cocktail package (bloody marys; mimosas; sangria; bellinis) can be added for $14.95 per person.
The complete brunch menu may be viewed here.
Following brunch service, Kit Kat will show the Super Bowl halftime performance concert live on seven, state-of-the-art jumbo screens. Sunday’s specials include $7 Stoli martinis and a 33-percent discount off small plates (shrimp tacos; chicken satay; crab cakes; calamari; bacon wrapped dates; Japanese meatballs; bacon mac and cheese; sriracha glazed tempura shrimp).
For table reservations, please call Kit Kat at 773-525-1111.
Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60657
773.525.1111
Winter Soups Cooking Demo Feb 4
Delicious Soups for a Winter Day with My Private Chef
at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store, Downtown Chicago
Chef Christopher Tong, of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, returns to Bloomingdale’s to present a winter soup cooking demonstration.
Chef Tong will shake off the winter blues with some favorite hot soup creations that will delight your family and friends. It’s a great way to face Chicago in February.
Chef will serve some of his favorite bowls of comfort and a special dessert:
- Boston Clam Chowder
- Tunisian Tomato Soup with chickpeas, lentils, Greek yogurt and mint
- The “Elvis”-Caramelized Bananas, Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream, maple-glazed Applewood bacon
Chef Tong will give tips on ingredients and serving. And, everyone gets to have a taste!
Chef Chris will appear on Saturday, February 4, 2017 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store, Medinah Temple, 600 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. Demo kitchen on 1.
For more information about this free Bloomingdale’s event, please call 312.324.7678
My Private Chef is enjoying popularity as one of Chicago’s favorite private gourmet dining services.
Trained in European-style fine cuisine, Chef Tong established his reputation at fine restaurants and hotels in Florida, California, and Chicago. Now he has adapted his impressive skills to the world of private entertaining.
My Private Chef offers enticing cuisine for a wide range of events, from intimate dinners to weddings to corporate parties.
Chef Chris says: “Every event is different and I’ve met some wonderful people including many celebrities. Being part of very special occasions makes my work worthwhile. I also love conducting cooking demonstrations where I get the feeling that audience members will go home and try some new dishes!”
For more information about My Private Chef, contact Event Services at 773.370.8131 or visit our web site: www.myprivatechef.net
We hope to see you there!
Restaurant Week Chicago begins!
Chicago Restaurant Week 2017
returns TODAY Friday 27th and continues through February 9th with two weeks of great Prix Fixe Menus all over the city!~
Two of our FAVORITE RESTAURANTS will be participating with a $33 prix fixe menu for Dinner. This is a great time to try out some amazing specialty dishes!
Revolucion Steakhouse!
3443 N. Broadway | Chicago | 773.661.9893
Revolucion Steakhouse will be offering a mouth watering 3 course prix fixe menu with many steakhouse favorites all done with a Mexican twist! We will be pairing each course with a perfect wine pairing or limited release beers such as Goose Islands Hombre Secreto or Bourbon County Stout for an additional $18 per person! MAKE A RESERVATION HERE
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill!
3906 N. Broadway | Chicago | 773.549.2932
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill will be taking you to a little tour of Mexico with their mouth watering 3 course prix fixe menu where each dish will be prepared from a different state of Mexico! You can also pair each course with a delicious handcrafted cocktails such as our prickly pear margarita or smoked pear mezcal mojito for an additional $18 per person! MAKE A RESERVATION HERE!
Escape Winter for PALM SPRINGS
IT’S HERE….It has not been bad yet in Chicago, but you know the worst is coming!
Time is running out. GET AWAY TO PALM SPRINGS!
Book now and take advantage of the savings.
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INNdulge Palm Springs
For reservations: (760)327-1408
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New Years Eve New Years Day EATS
New Year’s Eve and New Years Day! at Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
Glitz and Glam Gala Starring Diva Dulce Andrews
Saturday, December 31, Dinner Seatings at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Cocktail Party Package 11:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club will hold their annual “Glitz and Glam Gala” on New Year’s Eve. The fabulous affair features a four course prix fixe menu, martinis, champagne and live entertainment by Diva Dulce Andrews.
Chef JoAnn Witherell’s modern American supper club menu offers the choice of starter, salad, entree and dessert. The menu, outlined below, includes two martinis, champagne toast and party favors with seatings at 7 p.m. ($65 per person) and 10 p.m. ($85 per person).
In addition, Kit Kat will offer a late-night bar package from 11:30 p.m. to 2 a.m., which features unlimited martinis, cocktails, wine, beer and party favors ($45 advance/$50 at the door).
PLUS – New years day BRUNCH and Dinner –
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EL MARIACHI TEQUILA BAR& GRILL or REVOLUCION STEAKHOUSE
New Year’s Eve Celebration!
December 31th, 2016 | Chicago
Celebrate the New Year at Revolucion Steakhouse or El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill and partake in a mouth watering 3 course prix fixe menu ($40) with your family and friends.
New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch!
January 1st, 2017 | Chicago
On New Year’s Day join us for a Hangover Brunch done with a Mexican Twist! $24 for bottomless mimosas and it also includes an entree from our brunch Menu!
We hope to see you soon Amigos!
Christmas at KIT KAT Lounge
Divas, Dinner, Drinks and Donations this December
Friday, December 23 – Sunday, December 25
5:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club will host three days of festive holiday celebrations, from Friday, December 23 to Sunday, December 25. As a nod to the giving spirit of the season, guests will receive a 50-percent discount off martinis, cocktails and Kit Kat’s Christmas prix fixe menu in exchange for canned good donations. The non-perishable food donations will benefit Heartland Health Outreach, an organization that provides care to more than 12,000 needy individuals in the Chicago metropolitan area each year.
Chef JoAnn Witherell’s Christmas prix fix
Kit Kat‘s regular dinner menu will also be available and guests will receive 33-percent off their dinner bill with canned good donations.
Divas Tracy Ross (12/23 and 12/24) and Mokha Montrese (12/25) will perform live starting at 7:30 p.m. For table reservations, please call 773-525-1111.
Kit Kat’s Christmas Prix Fixe Menu
Available on December 23, 24 and 25
$25 per guest with canned good donation
Holiday Martini
choice of: Frosty’s Going Down; Eggnog; Fire Apple Cider; Pumpkin Pie; Banana Nut Bread; Candy Cane
Kit Kat Salad
romaine and spinach blend with pears, dried cranberries and spicy pecans, balsamic vinaigrette
Herb-Marinated Roasted Turkey Breast
served with stuffing, mashed potatoes with mushroom gravy, haricot verts, cranberry and pineapple relish
Pumpkin Pie Tart
topped with whipped cream
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60613
773-525-1111
KitKatChicago.com
FINDING NEVERLAND Brunch Nov 20
Finding Neverland Brunch at
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
Enjoy Live Diva Performances, Theater Ticket Giveaway and More
Sunday, November 20 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sprinkle the pixie dust, it’s time for another fun, themed brunch at Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club! On Sunday, November 20, the Lakeview-located restaurant will host a Finding Neverland midday soiree in celebration of the newest Broadway in Chicago hit musical. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Diva Madam X will perform live as Kit Kat’s mixologists shake up $7 Stoli vodka martinis (offered 11 a.m.-2 a.m.).
Guests may enjoy Chef JoAnn Witherell’s brunch menu, featuring chicken and waffles, Rice Krispie french toast, crab cake Benedict, chilaquiles and more. With the purchase of any brunch entree, a cocktail package (bloody marys; mimosas; sangria; bellinis) can be added for $14.95 per person. The complete brunch menu may be viewed here.
Raffles will be held throughout the day, with five lucky participants winning a pair of tickets to see Finding Neverland at the Cadillac Palace Theatre. For table reservations, contact Kit Kat at 773-525-1111.
Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted Street
773.525.1111
Well Strung Chicagoland Christmas Concert Dec 10
LOVE THESE GUYS!!!!
Tickets: $30 General Public/$25 Students, Seniors, Staff
BUY TICKETS
Starring Edmund Bagnell, Christopher Marchant, Daniel Shevlin and Trevor Wadleigh
Produced by Mark Cortale & Directed by Richard Jay-Alexander
The all-male string quartet Well-Strung has been receiving rave reviews all over the world, from the House of Blues in New Orleans to the Leicester Square Theatre in London. A Well-Strung Christmas includes the most beautiful and traditional melodies, such as Silent Night to irreverent “newly observed” versions of things like I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus and the famous Sleighride, to George Michael’s This Christmas… and everything in between. There will be opportunities for the audience to participate and walk away from the evening’s holiday celebration with some special moments they will remember and keep close to their hearts. You might even see a little snow!
“Each member of Well-Strung sings and plays with effervescing warmth, making the holidays that much brighter.”
– Broadway World
TRANS film Festival Nov. 17-18
LOCATION
Hoover-Leppen Theatre, Center on Halsted
The 2nd Annual Transfluential Film Festival places the journeys and stories of trans communities into the spotlight. Films were solicited from around the world, and the finalists will be screened over two evenings at Center on Halsted.
Join us as we watch and discuss the films, their characters, and the themes they illuminate.
*Full schedule of films and programs will be released in early November.
PRICE
$5 suggested donation
*Inability to pay should not act as a deterrent to attending
November at Kit Kat Lounge
Receive Discounted Dinner and Drinks with Canned Good Donation
Wednesday, November 23 – Friday, November 25
5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Gather your group and celebrate a “Divalicous” Thanksgiving while donating to charity at Kit Kat! On November 23, 24 and 25, the Lakeview lounge and supper club will extend a dining discount to those who donate a canned good or nonperishable food item. The donations will benefit Heartland Health Outreach, an organization that provides care to more than 12,000 needy individuals in the Chicago metropolitan area each year.
Guests will receive a 50-percent discount off martinis and cocktails, as well as a 33-percent discount off their dinner tab with canned good donations. Chef JoAnn Witherell has crafted a special Thanksgiving prix fixe menu that will be offered in addition to Kit Kat’s regular dinner menu. The classic Thanksgiving feast (outlined below) includes a fall martini, Kit Kat salad, herb-marinated roasted turkey breast served with traditional stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry and pineapple relish, and pumpkin pie tart for only $25 with canned good donations ($50 without donation).
Diva Mokha Montrese will entertain guests starting at 7:30 p.m. each evening. For table reservations, please call 773-525-1111.
Kit Kat’s Thanksgiving Prix Fixe Menu
Available on November 23, 24 and 25
$25 per guest with canned good donation ($50 without donation)
Fall Martini
Choice of: Pumpkin Pie; Banana Pudding; Salted Caramel; Kit Kat Cider; Sweater Weather; Autumn Goodbye (complete descriptions are listed below)
Kit Kat Salad
Romaine and spinach blend with pears, dried cranberries and spicy pecans, balsamic vinaigrette
Herb-Marinated Roasted Turkey Breast
Served with traditional stuffing, mashed potatoes with mushroom gravy, haricot verts, cranberry and pineapple relish
Pumpkin Pie Tart
Topped with whipped cream
Fall Martini Menu
$14 each
Pumpkin Pie
Stoli Vanil, pumpkin puree and a splash of cream, garnished with graham cracker and whipped cream
Banana Pudding
Stoli Elit, creme de banana, splash of vanilla and cream, garnished with a vanilla wafer
Salted Caramel
Stoli salted caramel, creme de cacao, cream and rumchata, garnished with a salted caramel sugar rim
Kit Kat Cider
Stoli Elit, apple pucker, apple cider and cranberry, garnished with an apple wheel and cinnamon stick
Sweater Weather
Stoli Citros, apple pucker and Stoli ginger beer, garnished with a twist and a cherry
Autumn Goodbye
Stoli Citros, pama, cranberry juice and splash of champagne, garnished with a twist and a cherry
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60613
773-525-1111
KitKatChicago.com
