Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ Italian Themed Party Ideas

How to decorate for an Italian themed party.

Benny's Chop House Celebrates National Crabmeat Day March 9

Benny's is a pioneer in bringing sea-to-table fish to Chicago; and offers a wide variety of seafood dishes on their bar, lunch and dinner menus. There's plenty of crab offerings from which to choose.

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ How To Dress Up Your Cocktail Table ( Video )

Creative table ideas for your wedding or cocktail party.

CN100 Game of the Week: Boys Basketball - Argo 4A Sectional

See Jabari Parker and Simeon as part of CN100's coverage of the Argo Sectional.

Celebrate National Clam Chowder Day, February 25, at Benny’s Chop House

For the upcoming National Clam Chowder Day, February 25, Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., 312-626-2444) suggests a twist on a familiar dish, Benny’s Chowder ($8.99).

SJCChicago Annonces the Return of Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Hit Production of "Smokey Joe's Cafe - The Songs of Leiber and Stoller" at the Royal George Cabaret Theatre March 7 - May 26

SJCChicago LLC is proud to present the return of Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre production of Smokey Joe’s Café – The Songs of Leiber and Stoller at the Royal George Cabaret Theatre.

In Honor of American Heart Health Month… and Dark Leafy Greens

This post contemplates the issues of healthy eating on a budget and puts out an appeal for solutions.

FIFTH THIRD BANK CHICAGO SALUTES THREE PROMINENT COMMUNITY LEADERS DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Secretary of State Jesse White, Linda Johnson-Rice, and Pastor Corey Brooks, to be honored by Fifth Third Bank Chicago with annual Black History Month Community Leader Awards

Benny's Chop House Celebrates National Tortellini Day February 13

Benny's Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL, 312-626-2444) is featuring a delicious Butternut Squash Tortelloni on its menu in celebration of National Tortellini Day, February 13.

Broken Nose Theatre Continues Its Season with the World Premiere of Benhamin Brownson's "Beautiful Broken," at the Greenhouse Theater Center, March 23 - April 21

Broken Nose Theatre (BNT) is proud to present the world premiere of Beautiful Broken, a new play by Artistic Director Benjamin Brownson, in the Upstairs Mainstage at the Greenhouse Theater Center.

Ready to Move From the City to the Northern Suburbs?

What you need to know if you're planning a move to the Northern Suburbs of Chicago!

Celebrate National Carrot Cake Day February 3, 2013 at Benny’s Chop House

Carrot Cake is a signature dessert at Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL, 312-626-2444) and for good reason: it’s delicious!

"You work at a Homeless Shelter? Good for you!"

Find out what one staff member really thinks of working at a Homeless Shelter!

Top 5 tips for successful co-working

Would you rather work away from home, or even closer to home to avoid the brutal Chicago commute? Check out these five tips for successful co-working.

Dead Writers Theatre Collective Announces Their Second Production, Adam Pasen's "Tea with Edie and Fitz"

The Jazz Age and Gilded Age collide as two literary Icons, Edith Wharton and F. Scott Fitzgerald, meet in this Chicago premiere, at The Green House Theater April 26 - June 9.

Celebrate National Chocolate Cake Day Jan. 27 at Benny’s Chop House

Are you one of those people who crave chocolate? You'll be happy to learn that January 25 is National Chocolate Cake Day.

Benny's Chop House on Valentine's Day is Just Right: A Warm, Beautiful Setting, Great Food and Drink plus Top-notch Live Jazz

When planning this year's Valentine's Day celebration, you will want everything to be just right. Look no further than to Benny's Chop House

Tips On How To Set Up A Buffet Table (Video)

Simple ideas on how to create an elegant buffet.

Benny’s Chop House Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. throughout January by Serving His Favorite Dessert – Pecan Pie

Benny’s Chop House pastry chef Aaron Lindgren has added a special sweet treat to Benny’s dessert menu just in time to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Benny’s Chop House Extends Restaurant Week Lunch Offering for All of February

Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 312-626-2444) has extended its Restaurant Week lunch offering so guests can enjoy the value throughout the month of February

K-9 Veterans Day ideas for March 13, 2013

They Served to Save They Deserve to be Remembered.

And They're Off: How To Plan A Derby Party

Kentucky derby party ideas.

Can Eating Meat Make You Smarter? Find out this January for National Meat Month

Can eating meat make you smarter? According to some anthropologists, a meat rich diet led to the evolution of the human brain (source: National Public Radio).

CN100 Game of the Week Highlights: Proviso East vs Morgan Park

Tune in Wednesday at 7:00pm as CN100 airs the Proviso West Holiday Tournament Championship between Proviso East and Morgan Park. You can also find it with Xfinity On Demand.

CN100 Game of the Week preview: Proviso West Tourney Championship - Morgan Park vs. Proviso East

Catch exciting prep basketball action all season on the CN100 Game of the Week.

Take a Ride on the "StudentsXpress"

Catch a ride on the StudentsXpress magazine - this colorful and beautifully designed magazine reads like a storybook.

New Year's Eve at Benny's Chop House will be a celebration of great food and jazz artistry

Benny's Chop House has planned the biggest jazz extravaganza in Chicago for New Year's Eve 2012.

Join The National Effort to Make March 13th of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

Things certainly changed by the time Vietnam, came to be. That is the only war where the dogs were declared “surplus equipment”, and left behind.

HOW TO SELECT A WINDOW COVERING

How to Select Window Treatments - Blinds, Shutters Valances, Drapery

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ Holly Jolly Christmas Ideas

Stress free holiday party ideas

Celebrate Hannukah in Lincoln Park!

The miracle of oil in health and kabbalah. Light the Menorah and sample the purest olive oils imported from Tuscany to Tunisia.

Just Another Community Day at LPCS

October 6 was the first round of games for Kick It Home, Chicago. The teams to beat were Northside Housing, The Institute of Women Today, and Deborah’s Place.

What is your favorite Lincoln Park nonprofit?

GreatNonprofits.org released today its first ever list of top-rated charities in Lincoln Park, which Patch.com readers can use to discover top volunteer, giving, and internship opportunities.

Party Patter: Party Hosting Tips

Some simple tips to create your next flawless event.

Party Patter: Snowman Martini Recipe!

Holidays starting to stress you out ? Try the snowman martini recipe and relax....

Don’t Drop While You Shop this Black Friday

ATI's Physical Therapists provide some simple tips to help keep your body in the holiday spirit during Black Friday.

CN100 Game of the Week Highlights: Morgan Park vs Simeon

Tune in Saturday at Noon & 4:00pm and Monday at 7:00pm as CN100 airs the Chicago Public League Championship featuring Morgan Park and Simeon. You can also find it with Xfinity on Demand.

CN100 Game of the Week preview: Public League Championship - Morgan Park vs. Simeon

The Mustangs and Wolverines battle for a spot in the Prep Bowl on the CN100 Game of the Week.

Professional Organizer Transforms Author From Stress To Elation In One "Move!"

Moving, organizing, packing, stress, peace, relax, satisfaction,

Certificate of Proclamation...Designating March 13 of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

I am asking you to go to your Local, State, and Federal Legislatures and obtain Proclamations from them, Designating March 13 as K-9 Veterans’ Day.