DJ Lee Farmer’s birthday bash

World-renowned celebrity DJ and former Naval officer Lee Farmer celebrated his 45th birthday at Chicago’s swank M Vie Chicago. Chicago celebrities came out to support the talented DJ and love interest of Gina Bee, who was excited to plan the surprise

Lexus Verses and Flow featuring Ledisi

Lexus graced Chicago for its annual Verses and Flow event that was held at the Chicago Illuminating Co. The series, “Verses and Flow,” incorporates music and original spoken word artists, showcasing their talent on TV One. This year’s event featured

Larenz Tate hosts an evening at Lumen

Actor-irector Larenz Tate hosted a party at Lumen Chicago Nightclub (839 West Fulton Market) last night. View images of Tate celebrating with fans. The party was presented by premier event planner Sue Barakat. Photo credit: Shaun Michaels of Year 2139

Fashion Fridays: Tips and styles by Haute Chic Vogue

A new season is approaching, which gives you ample reason to shop, and what better time than the present? Doing your shopping early is necessary to getting your hands on the goods. Even if you want to hold off on

Common featured on HBO’s ‘Catch the Throne’ mixtape

The HBO weekly series “Game of Thrones” released a collaborative mixtape featuring Common, Big Boi, Wale and more. The mixtape featuring the sounds of hip-hop and Latin music aims to encourage new viewers from the African American and Latino market. Catch

SIB’S Breakfast Club honors business leaders, innovators and game changers

SIB’S Breakfast Club was founded in 2008 by Sibyl Holloway to encourage support of African American business and enterprise through both social and non-social networking. SIB’S Breakfast Club is named as such, as the events are held monthly on Saturday mornings at a featured business

Top picks for Chicago’s Restaurant Week

Lunch 1) Blackbird: Chef Paul Kahan’s West Loop restaurant was voted one of Chicago’s top five restaurants by Gourmet Magazine, not to mention it has a Michelin star. Dish We’re Most Excited About: Wood-grilled sturgeon with roasted leeks, potatoes, caviar 2) GT Fish

HOURS by PRSVR

Hours is an Elevated Lifestyle Boutique featuring unique apparel, accessories, and luggage for men, women, and children.  Curated by luxury brand PRSVR, the new shopping destination is located in the artistic Pilsen neighborhood near Chicago’s South Loop. After operating an

It’s the Kellye Howard comedy show

Every Sunday comedian Kellye Howard brings you some of the nation’s hottest comics, including Adele Givens, Deon Cole, Vanessa Fraction, Hot Sauce, Rion Evans, Uptown and many more. Looking for some laughter on a Sunday? Make sure you check out

Aspirations of Life’s 5th annual gala

Aspirations of Life is a non for-profit organization that enhances the lives of at risk teens in our community by providing social services. Aspirations of Life believes in encouraging, empowering and educating youth for the future. Their programs are dedicated