Presenting this year’s DateBook. For event submissions, email aedelfosse1@gmail.com or judycbross@aol.com with the following details:
-Calendar date, day of week & time of event
-Sponsoring organization
-Name of event
-Event details / schedule of event components
-Location of event
-Contact telephone, email and/or website
March 2023
March 12th, 2023, Sunday, 07:30 p.m
The Orion Ensemble
Concert 3 of Orion’s 30th Season
Two trios, including Arutiunian & Tchaikovsky trios. Performances will be live streamed.
Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston
630-628-9591 or info@orionensemble.org
March 14th, 2023, Tuesday, 06:00 – 08:00 p.m
Chicago Literary Hall of Fame
Fuller Award for Harriette Gillem Robinet
Award ceremony in which Harriette Gillem Robinet, the acclaimed author of 11 historical novels for young adults, will receive the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame’s prestigious Fuller Award for her lifetime contribution to literature.
Dominican University Performing Arts Center, 7900 West Division Street, River Forest
Event is free, but registration required: register here
March 14th, 2023, Tuesday, 07:30 PM
St. Chrysostom’s Church
Organ Concert by Daniel Roth – Organiste-Titulaire of St-Sulpice, Paris
Daniel Roth, France’s preeminent organist, returns to St. Chrysostom’s for his fifth concert on the C. B. Fisk organ.
He will play a program of French music and end the concert with an improvisation on a submitted theme.
Free admission
1424 North Dearborn Parkway, Chicago
312-944-1083 or www.saintc.org
March 15th, 2023, Wednesday, 06:00 p.m.
Heritage Auctions
Salon Series: Emerging Auction Trends – Pop Culture
Sneakers, Video Games, VHS Tapes, Trading Cards and Action Figures are a new force in the auction world — achieving record prices and inspiring passionate collectors. Heritage Auction Pop Culture specialists will discuss these categories and highlight exciting, covetable items available in upcoming sales. Learn what transforms a collectible from nostalgic to notable!
Heritage Auctions, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago
RSVP | HA.com/SalonSeries | HeidiC@HA.com
March 16th, 2023, Thursday 06:00 p.m
Neiman Marcus Oakbrook
Women’s History Month at Neiman Marcus Oakbrook
Joni for a conversation with professional makeup artist Alyssa Cruz, fashion illustrator Kristine Steiner, and Kareracter Creative Studio Founder Karen Spears. Celebrating women writing their own stories and inspiring both this generation and the next to be a force for positive change. Sips, bites and live music. Moderated by Michelle Crowe.
March 16th-19th, 2023, Thursday–Sunday
The Joffrey Ballet
Winning Works 2023
The annual choreographic competition to recognize talent and emerging choreographers
The Museum of Contemporary Art’s Edlis Neeson Theater, 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago
joffrey.org/performances-and-tickets
March 18th, 2023, Saturday, 12:00 – 03:00 p.m
Gilda’s Club Chicago
An Untapped Brunch!
Delicious brunch buffet and tasty crafted beverages to support Gilda’s Club Chicago. Live music and raffle included!
Goose Island Barrel House, 603 North Sacramento Blvd, Chicago
https://www.classy.org/event/untapped-2023/e459737
March 21st, 2023, Tuesday, 05:00 – 07:00 p.m.
Heritage Auctions
Photographs Auction Preview Reception
Please join Heritage Auctions Photographs Director, Nigel Russel, for a Photographs Auction Preview Reception including remarkable works by Irving Penn, Lewis Morley, Herb Ritts, Kwong Chi Tseng, Sally Mann and Diane Arbus.
Heritage Auctions, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago
RSVP | HA.com/8128 | HeidiC@HA.com
March 21st, 2023, Tuesday, 05:00 – 07:30 p.m
Chicago Innovation and Chicagoland Food & Beverage Network
The Taste of Innovation
Reimagined food from Shakespeare’s plays presented by Chicago’s hottest restaurant group, including premium cocktails and drinks served by both humans and robots. Food industry innovators will discuss trends that wow and excite them, and offer their predictions on how the future of food will impact us all.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, 800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago
https://chicagoinnovation.com/events/2023-taste-of-innovation/
March 23rd-April 2nd, 2023
Hubbard Street Dance Studio
Spring Series: Elements
Performing at the Museum of Contemporary Art
220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago
mcachicago.org
March 25th, 2023, Saturday, 02:00 to 04:00 p.m.
Friends of Historic Second Church
Celebration of the Restoration of the Frederic Clay Bartlett Tree of Life Mural
Second Presbyterian Church, 1936 South Michigan Avenue
info@historicsecondchurch.org or 1-800-657-0687
March 28th, 2023, Tuesday, 10:00 a.m
The Guild of the Chicago History Museum
Field Trip to the Polish Museum of America
Join the Guild of the Chicago History Museum for a visit to Holy Trinity Polish Catholic Church, a tour of the Polish Museum of America, and a lunch of traditional Polish cuisine at Staropolska restaurant.
Polish Museum of America, 984 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago
Nell McKeown, Development Events Manager, (312) 799-2112, mckeown@chicagohistory.org
April 2023
April 13th-16th, 2023, Thursday-Sunday
EXPO CHICAGO
10th Anniversary of the International Exposition of Contemporary & Modern Art
More than 170 international leading exhibitors on display
Navy Pier, 600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago
expochicago.com
April 14th, 2023, Friday, 05:00 – 08:00 p.m.
Heritage Auctions
Modern & Contemporary Art: EXPO Gallery Walk
Please stop by during the EXPO Gallery Walk for a Modern & Contemporary Auction Preview Reception including remarkable works by Basquiat, Butterfield, Roller Wilson, Calder and more. Also available to view Monday – Friday March 10 – 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Heritage Auctions, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago
RSVP | HA.com/8132| HeidiC@HA.com
April 15th, 2023, Saturday, 07:30 p.m
Music Institute of Chicago
Marcus Roberts Trio Returns to Nichols Concert Hall
The Marcus Roberts Trio is recognized for its virtuosic style and new approach to jazz trio performance that features each trio member equally. The trio has developed a reputation for having almost telepathic communication onstage, exhibiting lightning-quick musical reflexes and creative imagination. Tickets are available for purchase, and the performance will also be live-streamed.
Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston
nicholsconcerthall.org or 847.448.8326
April 15th, 2023, Saturday, 07:30 p.m
Chicago Philharmonic
Kishi Bashi
In this powerful concert, award-winning multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kishi Bashi explores Executive Order 9066, which saw the incarceration of thousands of Japanese Americans during the Second World War. This immersive, multimedia experience with the full Chicago Philharmonic brings together music, film, and photography for a moving, and ultimately hopeful, experience.
Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 East Randolph Street, Chicago
https://chicagophilharmonic.org/events/
April 18th, 2023, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m
The Guild of the Chicago History Museum
Guild Annual Meeting: Behind the Scenes of CHM’s Collections
Hear from the Chicago History Museum’s Director of Collections, Julie Wroblewski, as she gives a behind-the-scenes view into how the Museum acquires, preserves, and restores collections. Lunch will follow the presentation.
Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Clark Street, Chicago
Nell McKeown, Development Events Manager, (312) 799-2112, mckeown@chicagohistory.org
April 20th, 2023, Thursday
Youth Job Center
The Power of Partnership
Annual Benefit with Raffle and Silent Auction
Venue SIX10, 610 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago
youthjobcenter.org or call 847-864-5627
April 20th, 2023, Thursday, 12:00 – 03:00 p.m.
Heritage Auctions
Spring Fine Jewelry and Luxury Accessories: Afternoon Tea
Pop in over lunch and bring a friend to peruse and enjoy sparkling gems from modern, Van Cleef & Arpels showstoppers to exquisite, vintage Cartier treasures alongside luxe and rare accessories from Hermes, Chanel and Louis Vuitton. Heritage Auctions specialists will be available to assist and inform. What a wonderful way to spend the afternoon!
Heritage Auctions, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago
RSVP | HA.com/5539 and HA.com/5541 | HeidiC@HA.com
April 22nd, 2023, Saturday, 07:30 p.m
University of Chicago and Mandala South Asian Performing Arts
Master Sarod Musician Amjad Ali Khan Performs
Amjad Ali Khan will perform his Concerto for Sarod and Orchestra, entitled Samaagam, alongside members of the University of Chicago Symphony Orchestra conducted by Barbara Schubert.
Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, 915 East 60th Street, Chicago
mandalaarts.org
April 26th, 2023, Wednesday
CPS Lives
5th Anniversary Celebration
A benefit to commemorate CPS Lives’ 5th anniversary of helping keep art in schools.
The Arts Club of Chicago, 201 East Ontario Street, Chicago
cpslives.org
April 27th, 2023, Thursday, 06:00 – 7:30 p.m
Heritage Auctions
Salon Series: St. James Palace – Royal Residence Revealed
As the coronation of Charles III approaches, explore the remarkable history and treasures of St. James Palace with Rufus Bird, author of newly published St. James’s Palace and former Surveyor of the Queens Works of Art. Rufus shares the history of this least-known royal residence — from its medieval origins as a leper hospital to its pivotal role in the royal court.
Heritage Auctions, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago
RSVP | HA.com/SalonSeries | HeidiC@HA.com
April 28th, 2023, Friday, 07:00 – 11:00 p.m
PAWS Chicago
Animal Magnetism: A Spring Celebration for People and Their Pets
Welcomes Chicago’s urban professionals, animal lovers, and their canine companions for a night of food & drinks, dancing, entertainment, and more. General Admission or VIP tickets are available for purchase.
Morgan Manufacturing, 401 North Morgan, Chicago
AnimalMagnetism@pawschicago.org or click here
April 28th, 2023, Friday, 08:00 p.m
Visceral Dance
Visceral Dance Celebrates 10 Years with SPRINGTEN
Performance with three works by Visceral director Nick Pupillo and more!
Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 East Randolph Street, Chicago
harristheaterchicago.org or visceraldance.com
May 2023
May 1st, 2023, Monday, 11:00AM
The Woman’s Board of Rush University Medical Center
28th Annual Spring Luncheon featuring Geena Davis
Two-time Academy Award winner Geena Davis will keynote the Rush Woman’s Board’s 28th annual Spring Luncheon, a beloved tradition that has featured such prominent speakers as Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, First Lady Laura Bush, and director and author Nora Ephron, among many others. In addition to being one of Hollywood’s most respected actors, Ms. Davis is also an author and the founder of Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media. Sharon Hayes and Steffie Madigan serve as co-chairs for this highly anticipated event, the proceeds of which will benefit community engagement and medical research programs at Rush. Ticket price: $250-5,000
Four Seasons Chicago, 120 East Delaware Place, Chicago
312.942.6513, thewomansboard.org
May 1st, 2023, Monday, 06:00 – 08:00 p.m
Classical Music Chicago
CMC 2023 Spring Fundraiser Event
Please join us for a breathtaking performance, while you enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Celebrate Classical Music Chicago’s programs and lend your support so that we may continue to offer access to world-class performances. Featuring guest artists: Sirena Huang, violin & Chih-Yi Chen, piano.
The Union League Club of Chicago, 65 West Jackson Blvd, Chicago
Tickets here
May 2nd, 2023, Tuesday, 06:00 p.m.
Heritage Auctions
American Art Gallery Talk with Aviva Lehmann
Join us for a conversation with Aviva Lehmann, Director of American Art at Heritage Auction and Adjunct Professor at NYU. Coinciding with an exceptional auction preview of American Art including Leyendecker, Sharp, Harvey, Neiman and Wiggins, Aviva will share her perspective on the American Art landscape and current market.
Heritage Auctions, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago
RSVP | HA.com/8113 | HeidiC@HA.com
May 4th, 2023, Thursday
Alliance Française de Chicago
Cabaret des Arts
A festive evening of music. This chic soirée will feature a cocktail dînatoire and cabaret performances by Boissat Custom Productions, and promises to be a memorable evening in an inviting, modern and sophisticated setting.
Arts Club of Chicago, 201 East Ontario Street, Chicago
https://www.af-chicago.org/cabaret-des-arts/
May 5th, 2023, Friday
The Newberry Library
The 2023 Newberry Library Award Celebration Honoring Ken Burns
Cocktails, Dinner and Conversations with Ken Burns
Venue Six10, 610 South Michigan Avenue
Contact Jennifer Shulman at shulmanj@newberry.org or 312-255-3594
May 6th, 2023, Saturday, 07:30 p.m
Music Institute of Chicago
Celebrating Music Institute Luminaries
Representing the Music Institute’s past, present, and future, the performers include alumna pianist Inna Faliks, alumna pianist and Artist-in-Residence Marta Aznavoorian, Ensemble-in-Residence Quintet Attacca, and the award-winning musicians of the Music Institute’s Academy Orchestra.
Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston
nicholsconcerthall.org
May 7th, 2023, Sunday, 05:00 p.m
Bishop Anderson House
Annual Spring Benefit
Join us as we gather in person to celebrate 75 years of chaplaincy, community and caring.
May 8th, 2023, Monday
The Service Club of Chicago
Annual Hat Luncheon
Celebrate the arrival of spring- while wearing your best hat!
The Langham, 330 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago
312.220.9600 or info@serviceclubofchicago.org
May 10th, 2023, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m – 02:00 p.m
The Ryan Licht Sang Foundation
Medical Briefing Luncheon: Bipolar Disorder, Innovation—The Way Ahead
The 17th Annual Chicago Bipolar Medical Briefing Luncheon with guest panelists Dr. Andrew Nierenberg, Director of the Dauten Family Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation (Massachusetts General Hospital) and Dr. Robin Nusslock, Leading Research Scientist working on a test for Bipolar Disorder (Northwestern University).
Chairmen: Marla London and Amy Morro
The Casino Chicago, 195 East Delaware Place, Chicago
May 11th, 2023, Thursday
Hubbard Street Dance Studio
All Kinds of Beautiful: Spotlight Ball 45
The Spotlight Ball includes a rooftop dinner and afterparty!
Harris Theater for Music and Dance, Millennium Park, 205 East Randolph Street, Chicago
Tickets available soon at https://www.hubbardstreetdance.com/
May 12th, 2023, Friday, 06:30 p.m
JPA Chicago
All in for Kids Spring Benefit
Cocktail reception followed by a dinner, program, live auction, and paddle raise.
RPM Events, 317 North Clark Street, Chicago
May 13th, 2023, Saturday, 05:30 p.m
Women’s Board of Lyric Opera of Chicago
Wine Auction 2023
This marquee fundraising auction event offers some of the world’s greatest wines, luxury trips, and one-of-a-kind experiences. Laurent Drouhin from Maison Joseph Drouhin will be the Honored Guest.
Co-chairs: Nancy S. Searle and Erica L. Sandner
lyricopera.org/wineauction or lyricwineauction@lyricopera.org
May 14th, 17th, 21st, 2023
The Orion Ensemble
“Schubertiad”
To conclude its 30th anniversary season, the Orion Ensemble welcomes five guest musicians for a Schubertiad, a celebration of the work of Franz Schubert.
The performances will take place at three venues: New England Congregational Church in Aurora (May 14), PianoForte Studios in Chicago (May 17) and Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston (May 21). The Chicago and Evanston performances also will be available via livestream.
630-628-9591 or info@orionensemble.org.
May 15th, 2023, Monday, 05:30 p.m
Music Institute of Chicago
Annual Gala Benefit
Celebrates trailblazing women in classical music with a cocktail reception, dinner, award ceremony, and live musical performances.
The Peninsula Chicago,108 East Superior Street, Chicago
Tickets and gifts: musicinst.org/gala23
May 17th, 2023, Wednesday, 06:00 — 8 p.m
Heritage Auctions
Fine Watches & Timepieces Auction Preview Reception
Peruse a robust collection of handsome watches from vintage Patek Philippe to very fine and rare Rolex and Omega models.
Heritage Auctions, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago
May 19, Friday, 6:00 p.m.
The Guild of the Chicago History Museum
Guild Celebration Benefit—Back Home: Polish Chicago
The Guild of the Chicago History Museum invites you to an evening featuring cocktails, an enlightening program, and a fabulous dinner celebrating Chicago’s Polish community. Connect with Museum supporters old and new and toast to Back Home: Polish Chicago. Na zdrowie!
Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Clark Street, Chicago
Nell McKeown, Development Events Manager, (312) 799-2112, mckeown@chicagohistory.org
May 20th and 21st, 2023, Saturday and Sunday, Times TBD
Chicago Dancers United
Dance Divas
Annual party and performance to raise money for the Dancers’ Fund, which supports members of Chicago’s professional dance community for critical medical needs and preventative health care. This evening of “high heels and high camp” features Chicago’s leading professional male dancers impersonating famous dancing women of stage, screen, and pop music.
The Baton Show Lounge, 4713 North Broadway, Chicago
More details TBA
May 23rd, 2023, Tuesday, 05:30 – 09:00 p.m
The Glessner House
Celebrating Chicago’s Two World’s Fairs Gala
Gala reception celebrating the 130th anniversary of the World’s Columbian Exposition and the 90th anniversary of the Century of Progress. Food stations, desserts based on foods introduced at the Columbian Exposition, and an opportunity explore Mies van der Rohe’s iconic Crown Hall. Program, greeting by honorary chair, Jeanne Gang, remarks by Dr. Reed Kroloff, Dean of the School of Architecture, IIT, presentation of the John and Frances Glessner Award to architect T. Gunny Harboe, Paddle raise
There will also be an online auction with fabulous experiences and merchandise that opens May 17.
Crown Hall, IIT Campus, 3360 South State Street, Chicago
William Tyre, 312-326-1480 or wtyre@glessnerhouse.org
https://www.glessnerhouse.org/programs/gala-2023
June 2023
June 2nd, 2023, Friday
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago
74th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Women’s Board Summer Ball
Annual summer event including dinner, entertainment, a live auction and paddle raise. Funds raised will go towards programs that benefit Chicago youth. Chairs: Cece Richette and Jacky Ferro
Theater on the Lake, 2401 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago
June 7th, 2023, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m
Chicago History Museum
Making History Awards
The Making History Awards pay tribute to the positive and enduring impact of some of our city’s extraordinary leaders. We look forward to saluting our outstanding honorees while supporting the History Museum and its mission to “share Chicago stories” through a vast collection of artifacts, innovative exhibits, and public programs.
Four Seasons Hotel, 120 East Delaware, Chicago
Nell McKeown, Development Events Manager, (312) 799-2112, mckeown@chicagohistory.org
June 12th, 2023, Monday
PAWS Chicago
Peter Fasseas Golf Outing
Golfers can enjoy a day on the links, starting with lunch on the patio, cocktail and food tasting stations on the course, raffle prizes, contests, a Golf Ball Shooter, and photo stations with adoptable animals. The day concludes with a dinner reception, with silent and live auctions, program, and networking with supporters.
Westmoreland Country Club, 2601 Old Glenview Road, Wilmette
June 16th, 2023, Friday, 06:30 p.m
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Guild Board’s 18th Annual Lawn Ball
The Guild Board, featuring many of Chicago’s most accomplished young professionals and civic leaders, supports thousands of youth served by Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago through funds raised at its annual lawn ball.
Saddle & Cycle Club, 900 West Foster Avenue, Chicago
July 2023
July 4th, 2023, Tuesday, 11:00 a.m
Chicago History Museum
Independence Day Celebration at the Chicago History Museum
Celebrate the Fourth of July, Chicago style! Gather on the Chicago History Museum’s beautifully renovated plaza for a free event featuring live music, refreshments, a speaker program, and festive activities for the whole family. Illinois residents get complimentary Museum admission.
Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Clark Street, Chicago
Nell McKeown, Development Events Manager, (312) 799-2112, mckeown@chicagohistory.org
July 27th, 2023, Thursday
PAWS Chicago
Beach Party
A dog-friendly summer luau celebration. There will be dancing, an open bar, dinner, live and silent auctions, pet spa services, raffles and more.
Offshore Club at Navy Pier, 1000 East Grand Avenue, Chicago
August 2023
August 7th, 2023, Monday
The Service Club of Chicago
Day on the Terrace
The Peninsula Chicago, 108 East Superior Street, Chicago
Details TBA
September 2023
Fall 2023- Event Date TBA
PAWS Chicago
5K Run/Walk for Their Lives
Dog-friendly 5K in which supporters can raise awareness and funds for abandoned, injured and sick animals. There will be raffles, entertainment, treats and much more.
Montrose Harbor, 601 West Montrose Drive, Chicago
https://my.pawschicago.org/PAWS5K2023
September 11th, 2023, Monday, 10:00 a.m
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago 7th Annual Great Futures Open
The Great Futures Open at Olympia Fields’ championship golf courses supports the transformational programs at Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. Clubs empower thousands of youth to reach their full potential as caring and responsible citizens.
Olympia Fields Country Club, 2800 Country Club Drive, Olympia Fields
September 30th, 2023, Saturday evening
The Woman’s Board of Rush University Medical Center
2023 Fall Benefit
The Rush Woman’s Board hosts its annual Fall Benefit, a fundraiser to support the Medical Center’s education, research and community service programs. Approximately 400 guests are expected to join in the celebratory evening – which will feature signature cocktails, delicious bites, and a lively dance floor, among other delights – all set in the state-of-the-art environs of the newly-constructed Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building at RUSH. Long-time Woman’s Board member Melissa Hennessy will serve as chairman of this fabulous event.
The Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building, 1520 W Harrison St. Chicago
312.942.6513, thewomansboard.org
October 2023
October 8th, 2023, Sunday
PAWS Chicago
Team PAWS Chicago
Fundraise for PAWS Chicago by joining Team PAWS in the Chicago Marathon!
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
https://my.pawschicago.org/TEAMPAWSChicago2023/Account/Register
October 14, 2023, Saturday
The Breakthrough Board
The Breakthrough Ball – Moments of Wow
A spectacular and fanciful evening of fundraising in support of cutting-edge cancer research at The University of Chicago.
Event Co-Chairs, Cheena Chandra and Linda Burns Coleman
The Casino Club, 195 East Delaware Place, Chicago
October 19th – 22nd, 2023
Zephyr Dance
S45 Premiere
Zephyr Dance, an experimental dance company that pushes the art form’s boundaries, announces an unprecedented collaborative choreography project that combines Suite for Five by seminal 20th century American choreographer Merce Cunningham and new choreography that springs from that work created by a diverse group of choreographers.
SITE/less, 1250 West Augusta Blvd, Chicago
zephyrdance.com or siteless.com
November 2023
November 3rd 2023, Friday
The Service Club of Chicago
Annual Gala
Four Seasons Hotel, 120 East Delaware Place, Chicago
Details TBA
November 10th, 2023, Friday, 06:00 – 11:00 p.m
PAWS Chicago
Fur Ball
A pet-friendly black-tie gala. The event features a red carpet, elegant dinner, dog buffet and pet spa, silent and live auctions, dancing, a raffle, a photobooth and more!
The Drake Hotel, 140 East Walton Place, Chicago
December 2023
December 5th, 2023, Tuesday
The Service Club of Chicago
Holiday Luncheon
Union League Club, 65 West Jackson Blvd, Chicago
Details TBA
