Chicago Meeting Planners Guide 2009 - (Page 250) Be! Products 312-201-9669, Fax: 312-223-9511 info@beproducts.com www.beproducts.com/giftideas.php 2008 exclusive Grammy’s and Academy Awards celebrity gift bag nail care line of award-winning professional nail care products: Be! Nail Lacquers, 2Be! Strengtheners and Be! eXpress Accelerated Top Coat. Be! can make unique custom-designed gifts, and ask about JustBeYou Spa Parties! A RT S CLASSES Cafe 103/Beverly’s Pantry 1907–1909 W. 103rd St., 60643 773-238-8550, Fax: 877-623-8709 smak@beverlyspantry.com, www.cafe103.com Gourmet food store, cooking classes, team-building classes, private event kitchen. Chicago Architecture Foundation/ArchiCenter Santa Fe Building, 224 S. Michigan Ave., 60604-2501 312-922-3432, Fax: 312-922-0481 pprosch@architecture.org, www.architecture.org Chicago: You Are Here, a new permanent exhibition is free and open to the public daily in the ArcelorMittal CitySpace Gallery 9:30am–5pm. Designed to encourage visitors to explore the architecture and infrastructure that make up the environment of Chicago, You Are Here includes a scale model of the Loop along with bold images, artifacts and multimedia presentations. Temporary, architecture-themed exhibitions throughout the year. Free and open daily. Check Web site for details. Full schedule of lectures, workshops, special events and presentations at noon, evenings and weekends throughout the year. Free or low cost. Christopher Charles Spa 980 N. Michigan Ave., Second Level, 60611 312-664-6404, Fax: 312-664-6405 info@christophercharlesspa.com www.christophercharlesspa.com Our advanced treatments combined with the human touch make for an unforgettable spa experience. Award-winning spa has seven treatment rooms and spacious nail room overlooking Lake Michigan. Facials, massage, body treatments, waxing, nails. Sun. noon–5pm; Mon.–Wed. 10am–6pm; Thurs. 10am–8pm; Fri. 10am–7pm; Sat. 9am–6pm. Early/late appointments available by request. DANCE COMPANIES The Joffrey Ballet 10 E. Randolph St., 60601 312-739-0120, Fax: 312-739-0119 www.joffrey.org Chicago’s premier ballet company. VIP savings, service, seating for groups of 10 or larger. Chicago Children’s Museum 700 E. Grand Ave., Navy Pier, 60611 312-527-1000, Fax: 312-527-9082 events@chichildrensmuseum.org www.chicagochildrensmuseum.org Hands-on exhibits and new activities daily make every visit unforgettable for toddlers to 10-year-olds and adults, too! Dig deep in Dinosaur Expedition, try to stay dry in WaterWays or climb up to the crow’s nest on the Kovler Family Climbing Schooner. Little tots have fun, too, in Kid’s Town and Treehouse Trails. Hourly art workshops happen daily in the KraftArtabounds Studio. Admission: Adults $9; seniors $8; kids under 1 free; free admission Thurs. 5pm–8pm; free admission to kids 15 and younger the first Monday of every month. Sun.–Wed., Fri.; Thurs. and Sat. 10am–8pm. Exhale Spa 945 N. State St., 60610 312-753-6500, Fax: 312-753-6555 info@exhalespa.com, www.exhalespa.com/chicago Transport into our tranquil environment with results-driven therapies including massage, facials, nails, waxing, acupuncture, yoga and Core Fusion classes. Full-amenity spa, eucalyptus steam and rainshowers. Mon.–Fri. 8am–9pm; Sat. and Sun. 8am–8pm. LIBRARIES Chicago Public Library Harold Washington Library Center 400 S. State St., 60605 312-747-4130, Fax: 312-747-4147 rentals@chipublib.org, www.chicagopubliclibrary.org Chicago Public Library’s Harold Washington Library Center is the perfect venue for your event. Meeting rooms 5–200. Winter Garden: to 500; Cindy Pritzker Auditorium: 385; Reception Hall: 150; South Hall: 200; Video Theater: 60. The Chicago Public Library is the ideal setting for your private event. mySpa Fairmont Chicago, 200 N. Columbus Dr., 60601 312-946-8945, myspa@fairmont.com www.fairmont.com/chicago/recreation/spa Offers authentic spa treatments that awaken energy, instill harmony and inspire guests to achieve the perfect balance of mind, body and soul. The extensive range of massage, skin care, body care and nail therapies cater to each guest’s unique needs, offering individualized solutions to a personalized spa experience. Mon.–Fri. 9am–9pm; Sat.–Sun. 9am–8pm. Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington St., 60602 312-744-6630, Fax: 312-744-2089 culture@ci.chi.il.us www.cityofchicago.org/tour/culturalcenter/ Daily programs and exhibits covering a wide range of the performing, visual and literary arts. Mon.–Wed. 10am– 7pm; Thurs. 10am–9pm; Fri. 10am–6pm; Sat. 10am–5pm; Sun. 11am–5pm. Closed holidays. Free admission. For weekly updated event listings dial: F-I-N-E A-R-T (312-346-3278). Pritzker Military Library 610 N. Fairbanks Ct., Second Fl., 60611 312-587-0234, Fax: 312-587-0536 www.pritzkermilitarylibrary.org The Pritzker Military Library provides the ideal atmosphere for first-class special events, including corporate meetings, receptions and private parties.With broadcast-quality cameras, equipment and multimedia projection system, the Pritzker Military Library has unlimited possibilities. Ruby Room Spa for the Spirit 1743-1745 W. Division St., 60622 773-235-2323, Fax: 773-235-1001 concierge@rubyroom.com, www.rubyroom.com A 13,000-square-foot urban sanctuary with relaxing services including expert haircuts, color, facials, waxing, massage, acupuncture, energy healing, makeup, daily yoga classes. After spa services enjoy a truly unique shopping experience in our three boutiques carrying everything from natural makeup lines to crystals, books, clothes, accessories, jewelry and more. Travelers can enjoy spa services and stay in one of our eight overnight guest suites. As seen on the show “Split Ends” on the Style Network. Mon.–Fri. 10am–7pm; Sat. 9am–7pm; Sun. 10am–6pm. MUSEUMS Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum 1300 S. Lake Shore Dr., 60605 312-922-STAR, Fax: 312-322-9117 jbishop@adlernet.org www.adlerplanetarium.org Opened in 1930 as the first planetarium in the Western Hemisphere, the Adler fuels the imagination of its visitors with new exhibits, state-of-the-art computer technology and planetarium theaters including the Universe Theater. Located on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago’s Museum Campus. Mon.–Fri. 9:30am–4:30pm; Sat.–Sun. 9:30am–4:30pm Admission plus one show: $19 adults; $15 children (4–17) and $17 Chicago residents and seniors. Each additional show is $5. The first Friday of every month is Far Out Friday, 4:30pm–10pm; admission charge: $20 for adults; $17 for children/senior citizens; $10 students; $5 Adler Members. A family Star Pack is four for $60 (2 adults/2 children or 1 adult/3 children). Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., 60614 312-642-4600, Fax: 312-266-8377 info@chicagohistory.org www.chicagohistory.org If you are curious about the city’s past, present and future, the Chicago History Museum should be your first stop. From permanent galleries and special exhibitions, people of all ages are able to experience Chicago history. Please call for hours, pricing and offerings. THINGS TO SEE & DO Children’s Center at Spertus Museum 610 S. Michigan Ave., 60605 312-322-1700, Fax: 312-922-3934 www.spertus.edu An interactive children’s center focuses on the building blocks of literacy: letters, language and storytelling. The evocative setting includes cloudscapes, night skies and hands-on activities such as climbing tubes, mazes and kinetic scupltures designed to introduce young visitors to the unique role of storytelling in the Jewish tradition. A resource center is available for parents and teachers. Sun.–Wed. 10am–6pm; Thurs. 10am–7pm; Fri. 10am–3pm. Admission $7; $5 students/seniors. Spertus members and children under 5 free. Free admission Tues. 10am–noon, Thurs. 3pm–7pm. ZOO Brookfield Zoo/Chicago Zoological Society 3300 Golf Rd., Brookfield, 60513 708-688-8357, Fax: 708-688-8921 susan.schoen@czs.org, www.czs.org Visitors can tour the zoo via motorized safari rides from late spring through late fall. Admission is $11 adults, $7 seniors (65 and over) and children 3–11, children under 2 free. Parking $8 for cars; $10.75 for buses. Brookfield Zoo is located just 14 miles west of Chicago. The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S. Michigan Ave., 60603 312-443-3600, Fax: 312-443-0193 www.artic.edu Dazzle your group with the spectacular architecture of Renzo Piano and the artistic genius of Picasso, Matisse, Magritte and more, shown to their full glory in the sparkling, light-filled galleries of our new Modern Wing — opening May 2009, across from Millennium Park. In newly renovated galleries throughout the museum, our full array of masterpieces spanning 5,000 years is more captivating than ever. Please check our Web site for exciting exhibitions, extended seasonal hours and special group pricing. Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 10:30am–5pm; Thurs. 10:30am–8pm; Sat.–Sun. 10am–5pm. Lincoln Park Zoo Cannon Dr. at Fullerton Pkwy., 60614 312-742-2000, Fax: 312-742-0547 guestservices@lpzoo.org, www.lpzoo.org DuSable Museum of African American History 740 E. 56th Pl., 60637 773-947-0600, Fax: 773-947-0716 meetings@dusablemuseum.org www.dusablemuseum.org Host your next event in a unique cultural environment. Founded in 1961, DuSable Museum shares African American history through thought-provoking exhibits, programs and seasonal celebrations. With two theaters accommodating 100 or 450 guests, it’s the perfect place. Visit, learn and enjoy. Chicago Meeting Professionals Guide
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