“Dating for Life: The Four Keys” Book Signing

23 Jan
“Dating for Life: The Four Keys” Book Signing
 
By Craig S. Wilson
 
Thursday, January 31, 2013, 2013 | 6-8:30PM
 
Tavern 
130 East Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601 
 

Join us for a fun-filled evening as Craig shares insights from his new, exciting book called Dating for Life: The Four Keys.

The event includes:

Great and robust appetizers from The Tavern

A champagne toast 

A copy of “Dating for Life” signed by Craig

  

Meet other cool Chicago people and make interesting new connections. We expect a great group of people so come prepared to connect.

 

You will also learn how Dating for Life works for both those who are single and in relationships. 

 

Other Notes:

Cash bar
We can only accommodate 90 people so please register early to reserve your spot. We would love to have you there!

 

Cost: $35.00

 

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About 25 Degrees and Featured Menu Items For Wednesday!

14 Jan

Featured Cocktail
“The Stargo”- $12

Appetizers
Bacon Wrapped Dates- $8
Honey Chili Chicken Wings- $8
Spicy Tuna- $11
3 Cheese Potato Fritters- $6

Salads
Beet Salad $6/$12
Kale Salad $6/$12
Cesar Salad $6/$12

Gourmet Burgers
NUMBER ONE- Caramelized onion / vella toma / aderkasse / bacon / arugula / thousand island
NUMBER TWO- Roasted tomato / burrata / crispy prosciutto
NUMBER 3- Mezzo secco jack / hatch green chilli / chipotle / avocado
NUMBER 4- Yellowfin tuna / butter lettuce / crispy friend onions / spicy aoili

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MAVEN IS EXCITED TO PARTNER WITH 25 DEGREES IN 2013!

Voted top 10 Burgers in the U.S.
Award winning brunch on Saturdays and Sundays with $15 bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys.
 
25 DEGREES | 736 NORTH CLARK
 
25 Degrees offers a new twist on the traditional American burger joint. It offers a casual, yet upscale dining experience and includes a unique menu with a substantial wine list. 25 Degrees is decorated with French toile wallpaper and black crystal chandeliers, creating a swanky atmosphere and old Hollywood ambiance.
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Twenty-five degrees , whose name refers to the temperature difference between a medium rare and well-done burger, is an upscale burger and wine bar. Twenty-five degrees , adds an upscale twist to the traditional burger joint, offering unique burger toppings and a wine list with more than 50 selections, as well as a full bar, including signature handcrafted specialty cocktails and adult-inspired milkshakes and sodas. The decor of Twenty-five degrees includes french toile wallpaper and black crystal chandeliers, all of which contribute to the restaurant’s playful “Bordello meets Burger Bar” attitude.
 

 

Announcing the Featured Divas from Each Category!

12 Jan
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The Diva Series: Celebrating Sarah Vargo’s Birthday! WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16TH | 6-9PM 25 DEGREES | 736 NORTH CLARK 25 Degrees | 25 Divas | 12 Categories | 1 Birthday Diva di•va – [dee-vuh, -vah] noun, distinguished female singer; prima donna. Goddess, fine lady.

The DIVA SERIES honors influential women in Fashion, Media, Marketing, PR, Business, Philanthropy, Health and Fitness, Art and more!

DIVAS FROM ALL 12 CATEGORIES COME TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE SARAH’S BIRTHDAY!

***SOCIAL BUTTERFLIES***

-Julia Jacobs-Sanford – Vice-President of Business Development – The Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre
-Monika Rydzewski – CEO & Founder at Connect-Inspire-Grow (and birthday girl)

***MEDIA MAVENS***
-Jessica George – Founder of Felix Magazine, Executive Director and Founder of The Aparecio Foundation and Owner of Hasana, Inc
-Carmen Rivera – Assistant to the Publisher at Chicago Magazine and Writer/Commentator/Creator of En Chicago Blog

***PLAYERS***
-Michele Sotak – Fitness Professional

***FASHIONISTAS***
-Robin Kwiecinski – Fashion Stylist at The Trunk Club
-Audrey Olenick – Co-Owner of Strange Beauty Show (and birthday girl)

***ARTISTAS***
-Lora Michael – Owner of Lora Michael Cosmetic Artisty
-Ania Kalembasa – Marketing Director for Oak Park District, Founder of KCG Consulting

***BIZY BEES***
-Alexxis Avalon – Owner of Design You Consulting
-Christin Luckman – Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Guaranteed Rate, Inc.

***BEAUTIFUL GEMS***
-Isabell Daniel – Owner of Kalliste Clean Beauty
-Virginia Olenick – Co-Owner of Strange Beauty Show

***STARLETS***
-Jaclyn Jones – Owner and Instructor at Indigo Studio
-Brenda Arelano – Make up Artist for NBC 5, Freelance conventional/airbrush artist for HD, Film, Print, Video, Special Events

***INDUSTRY ICONS***
-Becky Harris -Spokesmodel for Fortune 500 companies
-InnocentBARStander – www.InnocentBARStander.com

***PARTY GIRLS***
-Shari Duffy – Owner/Event Planner for Ladies Night Chicago

***WOMEN OF WORDS***
-Dani Patarazzi – Author of the Novel “All Because of Hannah” and Sassy Social Media Chic
-Amy Litterski – Writer at ChicagoNow.com

***ANGELS***
-Jenaeth Markaj – Development Associate – One Hope United
-Jeannette Kravitz – CEO Peace Spa Products, Executive Director sponsorKIDS Charities – www.peacespaproducts.org
-Jeannette Cherie Pawula – Founder and Executive Director at Charity4LIFE

Featuring DJ Pascale

Photography by Dream Photography – Hennessy Williams – williamshennessy@yahoo.com | https://www.facebook.com/onedreamphotography

RSVP to sarah@maven-chicago.com

January Offers and 40s Glam Show at Aniko Salon and Spa!

10 Jan

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Ring In The New Year At Aniko!

Pick any 2 of the following services and pay just $60.00…

 

For Men:  Haircut, Fusion Massage, Foot or Hand Detailing, Mini Spa Facial or Brow Wax

 

For Women:  Blow Dry, Fusion Massage, Fusion Mani or Pedi, Mini Spa Facial, or Lip or Brow Wax

 

 *Terms: Services must be for one customer and can not be combined between customers. Can not be combined with any other promotion or discount. Customary tip is 20% of the original price and must be paid in cash.  Credit card required to hold your appointment/s. Offer valid 01/03/13 – 01/31/2013 only.

The Diva Series: Celebrating Sarah Vargo’s Birthday!

8 Jan

The Diva Series: Celebrating Sarah Vargo’s Birthday! 

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16TH | 6-9PM

25 DEGREES | 736 NORTH CLARK 

25 Degrees | 25 Divas | 12 Categories | 1 Birthday Diva

di•va – [dee-vuh, -vah] noun, distinguished female singer; prima donna. Goddess, fine lady.

The DIVA SERIES honors influential women in Fashion, Media, Marketing, PR, Business, Philanthropy, Health and Fitness, Art and more! 

DIVAS FROM ALL 12 CATEGORIES COME TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE SARAH’S BIRTHDAY!

SOCIAL BUTTERFLIES
MEDIA MAVENS
PLAYERS
FASHIONISTAS
ARTISTAS
BIZY BEES
BEAUTIFUL GEMS
STARLETS
INDUSTRY ICONS
PARTY GIRLS
WOMEN OF WORDS
ANGELS

**FEATURED DIVAS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON**

Featuring DJ Pascale 

RSVP to sarah@maven-chicago.com

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Maven’s Holiday Party “Diva Meets Divo” Is Tonight at 9PM at the HOB Foundation Room!

20 Dec
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Have you been naughty or nice? It’s time for “Diva to Meet Divo” – we will honor our ANGEL Divas and ALL-STAR Divos!

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20TH | 9PM

HOUSE OF BLUES FOUNDATION ROOM | 329 NORTH DEARBORN

DJ Madrid, fun guest hosts, holiday cheer, mistletoe and surprises.

di•va – [dee-vuh, -vah] noun, distinguished female singer; prima donna. Goddess, fine lady.

Divo: {dee-voh}, celebrita: A Divo is an Italian word used to describe male superstars

ANGELS – Women in Philanthropy, Healing, Health, Beauty, Nutrition, Nursing, Healthcare Teaching and Psychology.

ALL-STARS – Some bright and star-studded Divo men over the years!

****DIVA ANGELS****

Alexxis Avalon – Fashion Stylist and Design Consultant

Ania Kalembasa – Founder of KCG Consulting Co-Founder of ARTS4KIDS and Marketing Director for Oak Park District

Ashley Thorpe – Founder, Socially Speaking

Hillary Schoninger – Clinical Social Work/Therapist MSW – LCSW

Isabell Daniel – Owner of Kalliste Clean Beauty

Jeannette Kravitz, CEO Peace Spa Products, Executive Director sponsorKIDS Charities – www.peacespaproducts.org

Jeannette Cherie Pawula – Founder and Executive Director at Charity4LIFE

Jenny Vincent – Middle School Social Science Teacher at Alcott College Prep, a PreK-12 school, Career Day Director and Founder of Creating Connections

Jessica George – Executive Director and Founder of The Aparecio Foundation, Founder of Felix Magazine and Owner of Hasana, Inc.

Jessica Marie – Certified Health Coach & Healthy Living Expert

Jessica Stacy – Director of Development for Charity4LIFE

Julia Jacobs-Sanford – Vice President, Business Development of The Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre

Lillian Harris – Founder and President for Advocates for Adolescent Mothers

Lisa Walt – Health and Social Psychologist, Director of Clinical Research at Prevail Health Solutions and Project Coordinator for Rush University Medical Center.

Nichole Pullen – Pearson Education Publishing Representative and Fundraiser for Avon Walk for Breast Cancer

Nicole LaCross – Founder of Wrist Wishes

Rachel Martz – Communications Director of Charity4LIFE

Sarah Raskey – Founder and Owner of the Giving Gallery and Artist/Art Therapist/Psychotherapist – www.SarahRaskey.com

Sarah Sobieski – Founder and CEO at PREMIER3

Tressa Thomas – CEO & Artistic Director of ThYck Troupe Organization, NFPA 501(c)(3) Performing Arts Company

Weronika Bobula – Site Coordinator, Flashes of Hope & Stylist at Salon Soca

****DIVO ALL-STARS****

Andrew Hill – Financial Engineer

Anthony Navarro – Founder of Liven It Up Events

Benjamin Cottrell – President of Benjamin Cottrell Designs

Borris Powell – Fashion Designer and Oscar Designer Challenge Winner 2011 – www.borrispowell.com

Brian Tomkins – CEO of Amplibuzz & Focused Online Marketing, 2012 Tournament Director of Medinah Patriot Day

Christopher Foltz – Founder of Christopher Foltz & Company

Chris Mahlmann – Founder and Strategy Lead at Mahlmann Media

Corey Sanford – Owner of Music Masters Entertainment & CS Designs www.musicmastersrock.com and www.csdesignschicago.com

David Rothstein – Owner/ President at David Rothstein Music – www.drsmusic.com

Eric Michael Vazquez – Principal – Oso Mobile Financial Services

Exavier Pope – Principal/Owner at The Pope Law Firm

Glenn Murray – Founder of 220 Communications

James Rosko – Stylist at Aniko Salon and Spa (Sarah’s Angel)

Lawrence Brown – Director of Client Relations at Valeo Spa & Fitness Center at the JW Marriott, Founder/CEO of TBEChicago and CCCAT (Cornerstone Chicago Center – Arts and Technology) Board Member

Madrid Perry – Co-Founder of White Label DJs and Official Divo Series DJ

Marcus Riley – Multimedia Entertainment Reporter at NBCUniversal

Marcel Krawczyk – Founder of Little Jack Marketing and PR

Michael Pottern – Director of Rentals at X Plus Real Estate and Advisor for Travel720

Omar Villalobos – Fashion Marketing Specialist & Burberry Employee

Shane Robert Kalminski – Assistant Interior Designer of Benjamin Cottrell Designs

Steve Green – Founder and President of NetUpNow and Creator of #Foodiechats – The Twitter Show

Please note we will start at 9pm – later than usual! Let’s get the party started!

Rsvp to sarah@maven-chicago.com

*This event will be dedicated to the memory of our dear friend and Divo, Steve Starr. He will always be a Divo ALL-STAR…ok, ALL-STARR.

“Angel” Divas Featured at Maven’s Holiday Party “Diva Meets Divo” December 20th!

11 Dec

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Have you been naughty or nice? It’s time for “Diva to Meet Divo” – we will honor our ANGEL Divas and ALL-STAR Divos!

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20TH | 9PM

HOUSE OF BLUES FOUNDATION ROOM | 329 NORTH DEARBORN

DJ Madrid, fun guest hosts, holiday cheer, mistletoe and surprises. di•va – [dee-vuh, -vah] noun, distinguished female singer; prima donna. Goddess, fine lady.

Divo: {dee-voh}, celebrita: A Divo is an Italian word used to describe male superstars

ANGELS – Women in Philanthropy, Healing, Health, Beauty, Nutrition, Nursing, Healthcare Teaching and Psychology. 

ALL-STARS – Some bright and star-studded Divo men over the years! 

***FEATURED DIVAS AND DIVOS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON***

Please note we will start at 9pm – later than usual! Let’s get the party started! 

Rsvp to sarah@maven-chicago.com

*This event will be dedicated to the memory of our dear friend and Divo, Steve Starr. He will always be a Divo ALL-STAR…ok, ALL-STARR.

“A Coast to Coast Ladies’ Night Out With Butterfly Kiss” Tomorrow Night!

14 Nov

Divas – honored to be selected as the emcee and hostess of “A Coast to Coast Ladies’ Night Out With Butterfly Kiss” tomorrow night! Unwind with Butterfly Kiss Wines and help raise money for Locks of Love! Hope to see you there! RSVP for you and up to 4 at ButterflyKissChi@TaylorStrategy.com

SHY TOWN GIRLS “Sex in the City Meets Chicago and Social Media”

9 Nov

 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
 
4 GIRLS! 4 BOOKS! 4 DREAMS! 1 CITY! 
 
SUPPORT LOCAL WOMEN AUTHORS!
 
Maven friend and supporter Melissa Giovagnoli Wilson is working on a dynamic and original project with three young writers and she needs your help! Please take a look at her upcoming novel series for young women called “Shy Town Girls” and support it by purchasing the book on PubslushShe is pre-selling the book on Pubslush which is like a Kickstarter for books and will do the same for the creative efforts you may have!
 
 SUPPORT LOCAL AUTHORS HERE!

(CHICAGO, IL) – Four Chicago authors are releasing the first four-part novel series “Shy Town Girls” beginning December 1, 2012. Part romance, part urban adventure and part transitioning to adulthood, these books are an enticing mix of gritty real life and active imagination, all based in the vibrant setting of Chicago.

 

Additional books in the series will be released each month. True to the books’ social media thread, funding for the series is being raised onPubslush, an online forum where readers can pre-buy books.

 

The novel series is truly different – from its inception to its storyline. “Collaborative publishing” is an effort that starts with multiple authors who work together to flesh out characters, story lines and surrounding detail.

 

Instead of having a single author pass along a story to review, the authors work together through the entire process. This gives the characters an incredible life-like dimension.

The story line is this: four beautiful, shy but brave young women search for love, friendship and success in Chicago. They share insights on work, dating, their sex lives (or the lack thereof) and find new ways to deal with being women and dating in the digital age. You’ll learn about Bobbie, Ivy, Ella and  Meryl, four young women who are as passionate about their careers as they are about their love lives.

 

SUPPORT LOCAL AUTHORS HERE

Excerpt: 

 

I felt the pressure in my chest, like 100 tons of weights trying to crush my heart.

 

“Charlie, I’ve been in love with you since the minute I met you, but this isn’t right and don’t look at me like you’re so innocent,” I said.

 

“Oh no,” he threw his head back, “this again Bobbie, Jesus.” “You cheated on me!” I shouted.

 

“That was over a year ago, before you even moved in!” he said just like he’d said it for the past two years.

 

“No, you’re at it again. I’m not at idiot. Let’s go,” I said getting out of the car. He grabbed my arm, “Wait.” I raised my eyebrow looking at his hand on my arm.  He let go.

November Offers from Aniko Salon and Spa!

1 Nov

Splurge, Share & Save

Buy $100.00 Of Services

For Just $80.00

Celebrate The Holidays With…

An Aniko Gift Certificate

Buy $200.00 get $70.00 Free

Buy $100 get $30.00 Free

Buy $50.00 and get $10.00 Free

 *Terms: No Limit! Services can be combined to equal $100.00 and only applies to every $100.00 increment.  Services must be for one customer and con not combined between customers. Can not be combined with any other promotion or discount. Customary tip is 20% of the original price and must be paid in cash.  Credit card required to hold your appointment/s. Offer valid 011/01/12 – 11/30/2012 only. 

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