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Thursday, November 05, 2009
Saint Sebastian Players Present Tribute (Play)
The Saint Sebastian Players present Tribute by Bernard Slade February 15-March 9. Call 773.404.7922 or visit www.ticketweb.com.
Our World at War: Photojournalism Beyond the Frontlines (Arts and Entertainment)
Time: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: Loyola University (51 East Pearson)
Attend this free photo exhibit at the Loyola University Chicago School of Communication. Witness the emotional impact of war through the lenses of award-winning photojournalists Ron Haviv, Antonin Kratochvil, Christopher Morris, James Nachtwey and Franco Pagetti. This exhibit is hosted by the Greater Chicago Red Cross, presented by the International Committee of the Red Cross, in collaboration with VII Photo Agency and the Newseum.
Little Builders Exhibition arrives at Kohl Children’s Museum (Museum)
Time: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Kohl Children's Museum
“Construction” starts at Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 with the arrival of the Little Builders exhibition. Aimed at teaching children the ropes of a builder’s world, the new science exhibition uses interactive activities and construction scenarios to teach children about building. Little Builders encourages children to use the tools offered in their own unique way, giving them the chance to grow creatively and allowing them to personalize their experience. As part of the Little Builders exhibition, children are given the opportunity to dress in a hard hat and orange safety vest before entering the exhibit. For added fun and a more genuine role-playing experience, children are also given a push cart and orange cones to use during their time in the exhibit. The exhibition closes Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010.
BIGfrontier BIG Idea Brunch event (Lecture/Talk)
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: The Merchandise Mart
BIGfrontier BIG Idea Brunch event: Dr. David Livermore, Leading with Cultural Intelligence.November 5, 2009The Merchandise Mart Conference Center 9:30-12:00ComplimentaryRSVP: http://www.bigfrontier.orgThis exclusive BIGfrontier event with will crack open the international experience and offer today's global workforce a specific plan to become more adept at managing across cultures, whether managing at the local office or abroad. Contact Dr. Livermore in advance:Twitter/Facebook: http://davidlivermore.com/contact Blog: http://davidlivermore.com/blog
"WCSC/AKA/SSCFCU FREE Financial Education Series" (Education)
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: AKArama Foundation, Inc. Community Service Center 6220-28 South Ingleside Avenue
Woodlawn Community Service Corporation, AKArama Foundation, Inc. and South Side Community Federal Credit Union are presenting a FREE Financial Education series. Starting Tuesday, October 13, 2009 this seven week series takes place on consecutive Tuesdays thru Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. located at the AKArama Foundation, Inc. Community Service Center 6220-28 South Ingleside Avenue. For more information/registration call: (773) 548-8859.
SOFA CHICAGO 2009 Opening Night Preview Gala (Arts and Crafts)
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Navy Pier Festival Hall
Celebrating its 16th year, SOFA CHICAGO 2009, the critically acclaimed Sculpture Objects & Functional Art Fair, returns to Navy Pier's Festival Hall (600 E. Grand Avenue) to present masterworks from top international galleries and dealers. The SOFA CHICAGO 2009 Opening Night Preview Gala, much anticipated by collectors, museum curators, art advisors, interior designers, architects, artists and cognoscenti is scheduled for Thursday evening, Nov. 5. Join more than 2,600 persons at this truly unique “party with a view,” which offers first viewing and the best selection of outstanding master works for sale, as well as the opportunity to meet and mingle with leading members of the art and design communities. You can also savor an eclectic assortment of complimentary hors d'oeurves and wine at food stations throughout the exposition.
