2010 Holiday Train - It's Magical
If you've never seen (or even heard of) Chicago's Holiday Train, don't worry, you are not alone. While it isn't really an 'event' per se, it is one more reason to love Chicago! For the past several...
View ArticleElfster.com
We love this idea. Almost everyone is involved in at least one Secret Santa give-away each year. Whether it's for work or the family, it's almost inevitable! Well this year, we've found a way to make...
View ArticleHappy New Year!
We hope everyone had a great holiday and a wonderful New Year's celebration. Here at WGIC it was a busy,busy holiday season. And we're very happy to announce, we're back to blogging! Look forward to...
View ArticleSuggestion Saturday: Helen Ficalora Jewelery
What: So cute Gold and Platinum charms (rings and bracelets also available). The designer's focus on technique sets her apart from other contemporary designers. Ficalora's jewelry is more than...
View ArticleMLK Day
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day today we wanted to leave you with one of our favorite quotes from the inspirational, influential man himself: "Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do...
View ArticleBeers and Tears Tuesday
[Source] With the new season of The Biggest Loser returning to NBC (7pm), our Beers and Tears Tuesday events are back!! As many of you might know, we invite a few friends over (everyone is responsible...
View ArticleBears vs. Packers 2011 - EPIC
[Source]If you live in or around the Chicago area and know anything at all about football, then you are most likely aware of the HUGE NFC Championship game coming up this Sunday against the Green Bay...
View ArticleSuggestion Saturday: Robot City Workshop
[Source] What: A Robot Workshop! A place where you can take your child to learn about the intricacies of a working machine. Learn about and build your very own robot with the expert help of a friendly...
View ArticleHappy President's Day
[Source] Presidents' Day, originally known as Washington's Birthday, falls on the third Monday of February. We hope you all have the day off and are enjoying our great city. Events Happening Around...
View ArticleHow To: Tissue Paper Flowers
Saving money is hard to do. But throwing a beautiful event does not mean having to break the bank. There are many ways to save a few dollar$ and impress your guests. We do have to admit, most of the...
View Article2011 Festival Schedule - It's Here!
[Source] The 2011 Chicago Summer Festival schedule has been posted, and we're finding it hard to focus on anything else these days! Who doesn't love a hot, sticky weekend with tons of places to go and...
View ArticleChicago Restaurant Week 2011
We love attending different events throughout the area, and one of our favorites is here, Restaurant Week! Presented by the Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau, this year's event highlights over 200...
View ArticleWhat's Happening in Chicago today?
We're starting a new feature here at WGIC, called 'What's Happening, Chicago?'. At the end of 2-3 posts per week we'll include information about local parties, concerts, festivals, and other events...
View ArticleEvent Recap - Summer 2010 Series (3 of 3)
Steven Gross Real Life Weddings We know it's well into late winter and a whole new year, but we're still tickled to see these pictures! Thanks Nara and Raj :) All photos by Steven Gross of Real Life...
View ArticleInvite Spotlight - Foosie Design
We love Having an early Spring wedding? Looking for simple, yet chic paper products to accent your big day? Then our Spotlight Design is perfect for you. The maggie & bradley features gorgeous...
View ArticleHappy Casimir Pulaski Day!
As some of you may already know today is Casimir Pulaski Day, which honors a man who is considered a war hero in both the United States and in Poland. We decided to share some...
View ArticleLove from the Thumb
I cannot stress how much I LOVE these guest book ideas. Holy Moly, cute! I found these via celebrityweddingreporter.com and what a great way to change up the boring (albiet, traditional) old guest...
View ArticleWGIC on Etsy.com
Planning fabulous events gives us at WGIC the wonderful opportunity to exercise and express our creative sides. And as much as I love Etsy.com, before yesterday it never dawned on me to put some of...
View ArticleBroke-Ass Bride Needs our Help!
I love reading the Broke-Ass Bride blog (it's funny, helpful, novel, gorgeous, etc.!!), so when I read Dana's post today I was shocked (not to mention saddened). Dana is suffering from the serious...
View ArticleMakentake, etsy.com
I LOVE etsy.com, as I know many, many of you do as well. I recently purchased a birthday banner from Jennifer Anderson of Makentake. She was so great to work with, nice, knowledgeable, and super...
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