TOURS AND EVENTS - Radiological Society of North America

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TOURS
AND EVENTS
99th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting
December 1–6 | McCormick Place | Chicago
TOUR REgiSTRATiON
Six Days of
Action-Packed
RSNA has teamed up with Hosts Chicago, a Hosts Global Alliance Member,
Tours!
and Bloomingdale’s to offer you exciting ways to experience Chicago during
your stay for RSNA 2013. Enjoy the sounds of music, view architectural wonders,
explore unique neighborhoods, learn a new cooking technique and more.
O Y ou or your spouse/family member must be registered to
attend RSNA 2013 before registering for a tour.
Online best seats available. Specific sections and ChilDCaRe
RSNA2013.RSNA.org—click on Tours & Events rows are determined closer to the perfor- RSNA partners with ACCENT on Children’s
mance date. Arrangements, Inc., a national childcare
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RSNA 2013/Experient tRanspORtatiOn
nurturing and educational environment for
PO Box 4088 Transportation is included in most tours,
children. Choose from hourly, half-day or
Frederick, MD 21705 unless otherwise noted. Pick up and drop off
full-day rates. Located at McCormick Place,
details will be provided upon registration.
Fax Camp RSNA operates:
Theater transportation is on your own.
1-888-772-1888
Bloomingdale’s events meet at either the Sunday, December 1 – Thursday,
1-301-694-5124 (Outside of the U.S. and Canada)
Fashion Store or Home & Furniture Store. December 5
QuestiOns? tOuR Desks 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
1-800-650-7018 Palmer House Hilton Hotel, 5th Floor (until 7:00 p.m. on Monday only)
1-847-996-5876 (Outside of the U.S. and Saturday, November 30 – Wednesday, Friday, December 6
Canada) December 4* 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
[email protected] Thursday, December 5 Register online:
www.accentregister.com/register/RSNA13
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
CanCellatiOns/RestRiCtiOns Deadline: November 15
Refunds will be given for tours canceled by McCormick Place, Grand Concourse
November 8. We regret that no refunds can be Saturday, November 30 ACCENT on Children’s Arrangements, Inc.
given after this date. 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 615 Baronne St., Ste. 303
Sunday, December 1 – Wednesday, New Orleans, LA 70113
RSNA and Hosts Chicago reserve the right to
December 4 1-504-524-0188
cancel a tour due to lack of participation. If a
7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 1-504-524-1229 fax
tour is canceled, you will be notified via email
Thursday, December 5 [email protected]
and will receive a full refund.
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Children may not be permitted on some tours. Note: Only American Express, MasterCard and Visa
Call Hosts Chicago at 1-312-445-9579 to credit cards are accepted for onsite tour purchases.
confirm child eligibility or make arrangements *A Bloomingdale’s representative will be onsite
Sunday only.
for childcare at Camp RSNA, listed on this
page.
tiCket inFORMatiOn a COMMitMent tO paRtneRship.
Non-theater tickets will be mailed along with a pROMise tO yOuR speCialty.
annual meeting name badge in early Join us for the RSNA 2013 5k Fun Run with your
November. colleagues along Chicago’s beautiful Lake Michigan shore
and help fuel critical research to keep our specialty at the
Theater tickets must be picked up at the
forefront of healthcare. During online registration or onsite
Palmer House Hilton hotel during the tour
at McCormick Place, you can sign up as a runner or walker
desk hours listed on this page. All theater
for the 5k Fun Run.
ticket prices include taxes, and processing and
management fees. Theater ticket seating The signup donation is $40, will benefit the RSNA R&E
varies by venue and performance; however, Foundation, and is fully tax deductible. You’ll also receive a
RSNA and Hosts Chicago work to provide the commemorative T-shirt. Register at RSNA.org/Fun_Run.
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ExclUSiVE EVENTS
RSNA is pleased to present events exclusively for the RSNA Tours & Events program.
VisitOR CenteR VisitOR CenteR hOuRs Tours & Events page of RSNA2013.rsna.org
Bloomingdale’s newly renovated Visitor Center Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Bloomingdale’s Visitor Center onsite for
offers a variety of services and amenities for Monday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. more information as these events become
out-of-town guests including: available. Tickets are not required for these
saVings CeRtiFiCate
offerings; simply show your RSNA 2013 badge
• C oat & Package Check
Available below as well as at the Visitor Center
to participate.
• P ackage delivery to downtown hotels and RSNA tour desks, this card entitles you to
• F oreign language assistance 15% savings* and signature gift with $200 shOppeRs lOunge
purchase. Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave, 3rd floor
• L ocal tourism information
*Restrictions apply in some departments. See Monday, December 2 and Tuesday,
• F ree WiFi associate for details. Gifts may vary. December 3 only
Stop by the Visitor Center on 3 to present your 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
savings certificate* and receive a signature COMpliMentaRy paCkage Bloomingdale’s Shoppers Lounge will be
gift. DeliVeRy available for you to relax, enjoy a coffee or
From Bloomingdale’s stores at 900 N. bottled water and see a few of our favorite
lOCatiOn
Michigan Ave. and 600 N. Wabash Ave. to your holiday gift items. The Shoppers Lounge is
Bloomingdale’s Fashion Store
hotel with minimum purchase of $250. complimentary.
900 N. Michigan Ave.
1-312-440-4596 COMpliMentaRy OFFeRings Transportation to Bloomingdale’s stores is not
Bloomingdale’s is pleased to offer complimen- included.
stORe hOuRs
tary cosmetics counter events and special
Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
programming throughout the store. Check the
Monday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
SavingS CertifiCate
We’ve Got Exclusive Offers Especially for You!
Explore Chicago shopping at the world-renowned Bloomingdale’s. Shop the top
designer names in fashion, beauty and home that make Bloomingdale’s like no
other store in the world.
ENJOY 15% A SIGNATURE
ALL-DAY GIFT WITH $200
PLUS
SAVINGS* PURCHASE
Present this certificate to our Visitor Center on 3 at our Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave.
or second floor Gift Wrap at the Home & Furniture Store, 600 N. Wabash Ave. and enjoy a
15% all-day savings* and a signature gift with $200 purchase.
1-312-440-4596 Visit bloomingdales.com or our Little Brown Bag app for store hours,
special events and style guides.
*Restrictions apply in some departments. Check in store before purchase.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2013
1. A Christmas Carol at Goodman Theater
2:00 p.m. performance time
Price per person: $115
The Goodman Theater’s A Christmas Carol has been a Chicago staple
for over 30 years. Embrace the start of the holiday season as Ebenezer
Scrooge ventures forth to seek out the spirit of Christmas. Charles
Wicked at
Dickens’ story of the search for joy and love during the holiday season is
a classic tale that pleases people of all ages. the Oriental
(Theater tickets must be picked up at the Palmer House tour desk.
Theatre
Transportation to the Goodman Theater is not included.)
2. Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Vienna Boys Choir
3:00 p.m. performance time
Price per person: $75
Ring in the holiday season with the enchanting sounds of the Vienna
Boys Choir, when they return to Symphony Center for their annual
Thanksgiving-weekend performance! This legendary choir has
captivated millions with their incredible musicianship and unique charm.
Enjoy an afternoon filled with holiday favorites, secular music and
envy of cities across the globe. Understand the inspiration behind Anish
popular folk songs.
Kapoor’s huge, reflective Cloud Gate sculpture (nicknamed the “Bean”);
(Theater tickets must be picked up at the Palmer House tour desk. Jaume Plensa’s ever-changing, high-tech Crown Fountain; and Frank
Transportation to the Symphony Center is not included.) Gehry’s exuberant, sculptural Jay Pritzker Music Pavilion and BP Bridge.
Note: Due to the length and content of the program, this concert is Discover the many ways Kathryn Gustafson’s Lurie Garden symbolizes
recommended for ages 8 and up; infants will not be admitted. Chicago history and why the Park is the world’s largest roof garden.
Discuss how this remarkable public space has spurred residential and
3. Wicked at the Oriental Theatre
cultural development and see firsthand why Millennium Park has proven
8:00 p.m. performance time to be a great addition to Chicago. Since its opening in July 2004, the
Price per person: $170
Park has hosted millions of visitors, making it one of the most popular
Back by popular demand in celebration of its 10th anniversary on destinations in Chicago.
Broadway, Wicked is hailed as “a cultural phenomenon.” Winner of 35
5. Chicago City Highlights with Willis Tower Skydeck
major awards, including a Grammy and three Tony Awards, Wicked is
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
“Broadway’s biggest blockbuster” (The New York Times). Long before
Price per person: $65
that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land
of Oz. One—born with emerald green skin—is smart, fiery and misun- Chicago is a city of surprises, from the glimmering lakefront to its
derstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. How these outdoor museum of architecture. Sample the strength and beauty of this
two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good great city on a three hour tour. An expert guide will point out the
makes for “the most complete—and completely satisfying—new musical towering buildings of downtown and the upscale residences of the Gold
in a long time” (USA Today). Coast. Pause for a photo at Museum Campus, home to the Shedd
Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, and Field Museum. This stop is truly one
(Theater tickets must be picked up at the Palmer House tour desk.
of the most beautiful portraits of the lakefront. Cruise down Michigan
Transportation to the Oriental Theatre is not included.)
Avenue, “the Magnificent Mile,” home to countless renowned designers
SUNDAY, DECEMEBER 1, 2013 and shops. Glimpse the Merchandise Mart and other architectural
marvels, a unique collection that rivals any city in the country. See Harpo
4. Millennium Park Walking Tour (English)
Studio, where Oprah Winfrey taped her show! Visit the site where the
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Great Chicago Fire started and hear how this sparked a great urban
Price per person: $35
growth spurt.
Millennium Park is an award-winning center for art, music, architecture
and landscape design. It’s the result of a unique partnership between the You will also be treated with a stop at the Willis Tower Skydeck, the best
City of Chicago and the philanthropic community. A guided tour will take view in Chicago! On a clear day you can see up to 40-50 miles away.
you through the park that features the work of world-renowned Imagine seeing Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and Indiana, all while walking
architects, planners, artists and designers. around the Skydeck. There is no finer view of the architecture than from
atop this amazing structure!
Learn how top architects, artists and engineers collaborated with
Chicago’s movers and shakers to transform an industrial railway and
surface parking lot into a park that has thrilled millions and become the
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6. House of Blues Gospel Brunch
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Price per person: $80
Praise the Lord and pass the biscuits! Head over to the House of Blues
and experience the popular Sunday Gospel Brunch. Located on the river
and in the unmistakable Marina City Complex, the House of Blues-
Chicago is an extravagant 55,000 square feet multi-faceted entertain-
ment Mecca—a must-see for any out-of-town guest!
The Music Hall, modeled after the elaborate “Estavovski” Opera House in
Prague, houses this weekly event. Touted as one of the most exciting
brunches in Chicago, the Gospel Brunch features a delicious Southern-
inspired feast coupled with the best gospel choirs this side of Heaven.
Great food, sensational beats, and a world-class venue—it doesn’t get
House of Blues
more Chicago than this!
Gospel Brunch
7. Mimosa Morning at Arts n Spirits
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Price per person: $130 d
Gather with your family or round up a few friends fore a morning of
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exploring your artistic side while enjoying lmimosas! Travel to Chicago’s
Wicker Park neighborhood, known feor its artistic community, to 10. Gems & Jewelry Affair
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experience the fun outnside downtown Chicago at Arts n Spirits. Let your
Price per person: $30
creative side looase as you try your hand at bringing a still life setup to
C Location: Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Fine Jewelry on 1
canvas or recreating a chosen piece. Led by a local artist, you’ll learn
Experience our new Fine Jewelry and Fine Watch department in an
techniques and discover the joy of painting as you create your very own
intimate setting. Guests will enjoy champagne and light bites while
masterful work of art to bring home after your event.
viewing the beautiful collections from Roberto Coin, David Yurman, John
8. Millennium Park Walking Tour (French) Hardy, Tag Heuer and more. Plus, hear a trend presentation from our
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. specialists. Guests also will receive complimentary ring sizing with any
Price per person: $35 ring purchase. Receive a complimentary gift bag for attending this
See description for tour #4. Bloomingdale’s event.
(Transportation to Bloomingdale’s Fashion Store is not included.)
9. Historic Palmer House Tour with Lunch at
Lockwood 11. Elf the Musical at the Cadillac Palace Theater
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. performance time
Price per person: $110 Price per person: $120
The historic luncheon and tour will kick off with a 45-minute lunch Elf is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly crawls
inside Lockwood, the property’s modern American fare resdtaurant. into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Buddy is
Executive Chef Greg Elliott will prepare a prix-fixe meenu featuring a raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and
salad and entrée along with the hotel’s world-falmous brownie and a poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s
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glass of wine “to go”—serving as thee ideal accompaniment for the tour permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his
afterwards. c birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality
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After lunch, gueasts embark on a 90-minute tour featuring the historic that his father is on the naughty list and his step-brother doesn’t even
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Palmer House hotel’s Art Deco lobby, grand ballrooms, guestrooms and
help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
vintage artifacts showcased throughout the famed property. These sites
aren’t typically open to the public, so guests on the tour will have an This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace
exclusive insider view. At the conclusion of the tour, receive a commem- their inner Elf. The New York Times says that Elf is “splashy, peppy,
orative gift that embodies the true spirit of the hotel. sugar-sprinkled holiday entertainment;” USA Today calls Elf “endearingly
goofy!”; Variety proclaims, “Elf is happy enough for families, savvy
enough for city kids and plenty smart for adults!”
(Theater tickets must be picked up at the Palmer House tour desk.
Transportation to the Cadillac Palace Theater is not included.)
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1M2.O NDAY, DECEMBER F2a, s2h0i1o3n Presentation with Light Photo: J. Crocker
Breakfast
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Price per person: $30
Location: Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave., The New View on 3
Attendees are invited to experience one of the most popular RSNA
events: An interactive fashion presentation at Bloomingdale’s. The
fashion presentation will showcase must-haves for the season in
addition to timeless pieces every person should own. Plus, you will see
our newly renovated shops and departments. Bloomingdale’s Vice
President of Shopping Services will be on hand to provide fashion
Devil in the
expertise on topics such as trends for the season and dressing for your
body type. Enjoy a light breakfast and the opportunity to shop for your White City
favorite fashion show item or gifts for the holidays before the store
opens. Receive a complimentary gift bag for attending this Blooming-
dale’s event.
(Transportation to Bloomingdale’s Fashion Store is not included.) LeBaron Jenney, Louis Sullivan, Daniel Burnham and Harry Weese will
be discussed, as well as Frank Lloyd Wright’s Rookery lobby, and the
13. Devil in the White City
magnificent Harold Washington Library. You will learn fascinating tidbits
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
about the showcased art and architecture, from its history to its funding,
Price per person: $65
and will quickly discover that Chicago’s Loop is truly a feast for the eyes!
A fascinating tour of murder, magic and madness, based on Erik
Larson‘s The Devil in The White City. Learn how the World’s Fair 15. Architectural Walking Tour (French)
changed America and brought 27 million visitors to Chicago. You will be 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
dazzled with the tales of the best and the worst of the Gilded Age. Hear Price per person: $35
stories and learn of the comparison of two powerful figures, one doing See description for tour #14.
civic good will and the other a psychotic killer. Relive these events by
16. Chicago Neighborhoods by El: Lincoln Park
visiting the original sites of the World’s Fair grounds, including a stop at
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
the Wooded Island, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, and a visit to the
Price per person: $80
Osaka Gardens.
Chicago is a City of Neighborhoods, with the charm of a global city
Your tour will travel the Midway Plaisance where the tallest Ferris Wheel nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan. With one of the country’s most
once stood. See the Palace of Fine Arts, the only remaining building reputable public transportation systems—the “El,” exploring the unique
from the Columbian Exposition, and make a short stop at the replica of neighborhoods is convenient and fun. Travel north to one of Chicago’s
the Statue of the Republic, a great photo opportunity. Your guide will most famous and charming areas, Lincoln Park, which has long been a
narrate and point out significant buildings and sites of the 1893 Fair favorite shopping neighborhood, and continues to reinvent idtself to stay
along the way. This tour will also take you to the Chicago History with the times. Independent shops as well as numeroeus national chains
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Museum to view the original elevated train, “El,” that transported people make for a well-rounded experience in thils vibrant Chicago shopping
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to the Fair, and examine a diorama of the Columbian Exposition. area.
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14. Architectural Walking Tour (English) You’ll receive a day pass for unlimited rides on the “El” for 24 hours and
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9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. your guideC will show you the ins and outs to getting around. After a
Price per person: $35 short trip you’ll walk the tree-lined streets, taking in the quaint and
Are you tired of seeing Chicago through the windows of buses, trains welcoming feel of Chicago’s elite. Stop for lunch at Vinci, a fixture
and boats? Then it’s time to stretch your legs, grab a camera, and set off restaurant on Chicago’s North Halsted Street. Warm, rustic interiors
by foot to experience Chicago’s greatest landmarks! Your expert guide welcome you—evoking a historic Italian villa. A three-course Italian lunch
will cut this magnificent city down to size and keep you on your toes prepares you for an afternoon of shopping. You’ll see why Chicago
during an exciting two and a half hour walk through Chicago’s Loop shoppers venture beyond the Magnificent Mile into Lincoln Park’s fun,
District! funky and fashionable shopping atmosphere.
In the mood to be dazzled by the work of world-famous artists? See the
generous array of outdoor and lobby sculptures that adorn Chicago’s
Loop District, including pieces by Picasso, Chagall, Moore, Dubuffet and
Nevelson. Noteworthy structures and significant landmarks by William
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17. Culinary Demo
Teatro alla Scala
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Price per person: $25
Academy Orchestra
Location: Home & Furniture Store, 600 N. Wabash Ave., Demonstra-
tion Kitchen on 1
Join a local chef and our Visual Team and enjoy an informative and fun
culinary demonstration. Chef will show guests how to create their own
dish for holiday celebrations and year round. Plus, hear tips on hosting a
flawless holiday party from our experts. Guests will be able to sample
Chef’s creations. Receive a complimentary gift bag for attending this
Bloomingdale’s event.
(Transportation to the Bloomingdale’s Home and Furniture Store is not
included.)
18. Best of Second City and Chicago Pizza
5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Price per person: $115
Are you ready for a night of laughter and food like no other? Start your
evening with some famous deep dish pizza at one of Chicago’s oldest 20. Teatro alla Scala Academy Orchestra
and most famous pizzerias. You’ll be treated to a wide variety of pizzas 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Concert
and the cash bar will have the drinks on demand. After dinner it’s time to Price per person: $0 (Limit 2 tickets per attendee)
laugh as you head to Second City to experience a comedic performance Location: Harris Theater for Music and Dance
that will have your eyes watering and your sides aching. Join us for a 205 E. Randolph St.
feat at The Second City! This comedy club is a famous North American
Teatro alla Scala Academy Orchestra will present an elite performance
institution for stand-up comedy. Legendary alumni who began their
at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, conducted by Maestro
careers in Chicago at The Second City include Dan Aykroyd, John
Daniele Rustioni. This exclusive event is one of only two stops on the
Belushi, and Gilda Radner. The main stage is the perfect spot for you to
Orchestra’s tour as part of “2013 – The Year of Italian Culture in the
be entertained by some of the most talented improvisational actors
United States.”
around! This is a great casual evening for you to enjoy a Chicago icon.
Be on the lookout, you may even see a performance from the next The Teatro alla Scala Young People Orchestra features overtures and
comedic legend to be! arias from the most popular Italian operas. At only 30 years of age,
Maestro Daniele Rustioni has quickly risen to prominence for his
19. Holiday Lights Trolley Tour exuberant performances at La Scala, Mikhailovsky Theatre in St.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Petersburg and the Royal Opera House in London.
Price per person $45
Teatro alla Scala Academy works with the finest teachers and experts
Kick off the holiday season with an entertaining two-hour, lightly
from La Scala Theater and beyond, spanning the breadth of musical
narrated tour aboard a famous Chicago Trolley. Sing carols as your
theater through its four departments: Music, Ballet, Stage-workshops,
holiday trolley sleigh ride whisks you amongst the festive lights and
and Management. The Academy is supported through a grant from the
enchanting sights of wintertime in Chicago including The Magnificent
Bracco Foundation.
Mile, State Street & Macy’s Holiday Windows, Daley Plaza’s 40-foot
Holiday Tree, and Buckingham Fountain.
(Transportation to the Harris Theater for Music and Dance is not
We’ll also make the following stops to capture a feel for the season: included.)
Christkindlmarket—A traditional German-American Holiday Market with
new for monday – See page 10
distinctive crafts, artistic glass creations, delicious sweets, holiday food
and drinks. 44. Chicago Bulls vs. New Orleans Pelicans
The Hershey’s Store—Sip delicious hot cocoa and nibble on York
Peppermint brownies fresh from this famous chocolatier.
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013
21. Frank Lloyd Wright Experience | With Lunch and
Robie House
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Price per person: $120
Take a journey to nearby suburban neighborhood Oak Park, where Frank
Lloyd Wright’s legend began. During a 45-minute tour through his Home
and Studio, an expert docent will recount the story of Wright’s work and
life in Oak Park, the location where he and his family spent the first 20
years of his career, from 1889-1909. You will have the chance to learn
more about Wright’s famous “Prairie style” architecture and the meaning
Frank Lloyd
behind it.
Wright
After enjoying a casual lunch, travel to Hyde Park to visit the Robie House
on the University of Chicago campus, considered one of the most
Experience
important buildings in American architecture. It was created by Frank
Lloyd Wright for his client Frederick C. Robie, a forward-thinking
businessman. Designed in Wright’s Oak Park studio in 1908 and
completed in 1910, the building is both a masterpiece of the Prairie style
and renowned as a forerunner of modernism in architecture. Tours of the 25. Chicago Chocolate Tours
site offer both a first-hand experience of its amazingly contemporary 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
spaces and the current restoration work that is returning the house to its Price per person $60
original appearance. Hailed as the candy capital of the world, Chicago has a history rich in
22. Chicago City Highlights with Willis Tower Skydeck chocolate! Take a delightfully fun and informative walking and tasting
tour of select chocolate shops, bakeries, and cafés. From secret
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
treasures to famous favorites, you’ll sample different forms of choco-
Price per person: $65
lates, which may range from truffles to cupcakes or other baked goods,
See description for tour #5
to gelato or hot chocolate or even chocolate tea. Savor the flavors on the
23. Be the face of CHANEL sweetest tour in Chicago! Uplift through chocolate!
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
26. Flight Chicago | A Culinary Adventure
Price per person $30
2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Level 4
Price per person $150
Discover your inner Mademoiselle! This is the most valuable beauty
“Flight Chicago” offers attendees a three-hour, behind-the-scenes
workshop you’ll ever attend. Determine the skincare
glimpse of Chicago’s world-famous food scene. You will visit three
and makeup that’s perfect for you with the world’s
different restaurants for an intimate look at the daily lives of Chicago’s
most luxurious brand—CHANEL. The charming Mr.
hottest and most talked about chefs on their own turf. After touring the
Heath Fedele, CHANEL Education Executive, will guide
kitchen or other notable “back of house” spaces to get a sense of how
you step-by-step through the simple process and your personal attendant
things work, you can sit down to sample tastes while engaging in a
will help you master the technique and choose the product that’s right for
question-and-answer session with the chef. Along the way you will also
you. Voila! Not only will you be luxuriously pampered and have a great
meet mixologists, bakers, mongers and other local artisans, and sample
time, you’ll know exactly how to recreate your special look at home. Mon
excellent wine, beer and spirit pairings. You will also enjoy a nine-course
dieu! Don’t miss this one—it fills up fast.
late lunch/early dinner paired with alcoholic beverages unique to each
(Transportation to the Bloomingdale’s Fashion Store is not included.)
venue’s menu and specialties.
24. Be the face of CHANEL (Flight Chicago tickets and itineraries must be picked up at the Palmer
House tour desk. Transportation to the restaurants is not included.)
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Price per person $30
27. Be the face of CHANEL
Location: Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Level 4
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
See description for tour #23
Price per person $30
Location: Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Level 4
See description for tour #23
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28. La Traviata at the Lyric Opera House
7:30 p.m. performance time
Price per person: $100
Note: In Italian with projected English texts
Violetta is Paris’s most desirable courtesan. She’s sought after by
society’s most important men, wealthy in her own right, and perfectly
content with her hedonistic, carefree existence—until she meets Alfredo
Germont.
Finally, here is someone who truly loves her! Violetta sees the chance to
trade her life of empty pleasures for real joy, but there’s no happy ending
here. Alfredo’s father insists that Violetta give up Alfredo to save the
family name. And so she does, pushing away the only man she’s ever
loved. Will they ever be together again? Yes, but by then it’s much, much Chicago Sculpture
too late.
Walking Tour
A new production from Arin Arbus, named by The New York Times as
“the most gifted new director to emerge this year.”
(Theater tickets must be picked up at the Palmer House tour desk.
Transportation to the Lyric Opera House is not included.) 32. Shoes Are a Girl’s Best Friend
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2013
Price per person: $30
29. Shopping at Fashion Outlets of Chicago Location: Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Shoe Salon on 3
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Marilyn Monroe said “Give the girl the right shoes and she can conquer
Price per person: $50 the world.” Visit Bloomingdale’s new Shoe Salon and find your “right
Chicagoland’s brand new Fashion Outlets is the first enclosed mall to be shoes.” You will be privvy to a special presentation on the latest footwear
built in the Chicago area in over a decade. This state of the art, two-level trends and the best shoe for your ensemble. Featured designers will
mall focuses on luxury retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue’s Off 5th, Last Call include Dior, Cole Haan, Tory Burch and more. Received a complimen-
by Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s the Outlet Store and Barneys New tary gift bag for attending this Bloomingdale’s event.
York. In addition, there are outlets by top fashion names like Prada, (Transportation to the Bloomingdale’s Fashion Store is not included.)
Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Tory Burch and Michael Kors. Be among the first
holiday shoppers to experience this new addition to Chicago’s shopping 33. Little Black Dress Event
scene. 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Price per person: $30
30. Chicago Sculpture Walking Tour (English) Location: Fashion Store, 900 N. Michigan Ave., New View on 3
31. Chicago Sculpture Walking Tour (French) Learn all about the importance of the Little Black Dress and how to
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. accessorize it for every event and occasion at Bloomingdale’s. Blooming-
Price per person $35 dale’s experts will discuss the jewelry and shoe trends of the season and
Take in Chicago’s vast array of beautiful public art on display 365 days a how to work them into your everyday life. After the event, find your own
year. Artists and communities around the world continue the tradition of perfect little black dress with the assistance of our specialists and
erecting monuments to commemorate events and people of importance. vendor representatives. This is a fun and interactive event perfect for
Chicago is no exception. Monuments were erected in the city before the every woman. Receive a complimentary gift bag for attending this
city’s incorporation in 1837, a tradition that continues to the present day. Bloomingdale’s event.
The installation of the Chicago Picasso inspired a cultural renaissance, (Transportation to the Bloomingdale’s Fashion Store is not included.)
which evoked a public interest in private and public investment in public
art. Chicago has become a “sculpture gallery” displaying works by many
world-renowned artists. The city’s collection of outdoor sculpture is as
distinguished as its world-class architecture. However, public art in
Chicago far exceeds sculptures installed in the downtown area.
Encompassing all areas of the visual arts, it is exhibited in municipal
buildings and neighborhoods citywide. Discover the changing relation-
ships between architecture and sculpture and learn how artists and
architects collaborate in creating successful public art.
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34. Blue Man Group with Dinner at Mia Francesca
5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Price per person: $170
Prepare for an evening that will be hard to describe but unforgettable!
Depart your hotel for dinner at Mia Francesca, which features the zesty,
earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria
and Lazio. Mia Francesca was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to
encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually
sophisticated Trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking and friendly
service.
Following dinner, make your way to the Briar Street Theater to
experience Blue Man Group. In Chicago since 2007, the Blue Man Group
is a high-energy combination of mime, percussion, visual feats and lots
of audience interaction and participation that makes for a great theatrical
Blues Revue and Jam
performance not soon forgotten. From the moment the Blue Man Group
takes to the stage and the deep percussive bass begins, you’ll find at Reggie’s Music Joint
yourself at the edge of your seat, enthralled by their amazing show!
Flying toilet paper reams, spraying colored water (blue, of course) and
strobe lights are all part of this production that has captivated audiences
around the world time and time again!
38. Blues Revue and Jam at Reggie’s Music Joint
35. Segway | Holiday Lights 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Price per person: $40
Price per person: $120 Location: Reggie’s Music Joint, 2105 S. State St.
Why walk, when you can glide? This evening take in the dsights of Reggie’s Music Joint is just the place to spend an evening moving and
Chicago Holiday Lights while zipping around the ciety on a Segway! Your shaking to some Chicago Blues. This exciting night, hosted by RSNA’s
l
tour begins on Michigan Ave where youl will view the ice skaters in own Ari “Doc o’ Rock” Mintz, features Eric “Guitar” Davis, Nigel Mack,
Millennium Park skating under thee brightly lit trees and their beautiful Tracee Adams and more! Let the music groove and move you as you
c
reflection captured bny “The Bean”. Then head to view the festive holiday enjoy this unique venue that has been home to some of the greatest
windows of thae old Marshall Field’s building (Now Macy’s) before traveling and local Chicago bands. Guests with blues-playing experience
continuCing to the Christkindlmarket for a cup of hot chocolate under the may also sign up to jam—bring your own guitar, harp or horn (sorry, no
famously large Christmas tree in Daley Plaza. This is only a taste of what bassists or drummers)! Amps, mics and keyboards provided.
you will see on this one-of-a-kind tour!
Sit back and relax, join in the show, or boogie on down. This will surely
36. A Christmas Carol at Goodman Theater be a night to remember!
7:30 p.m. performance time
Hungry? Reggie’s menu has it all! Enjoy the BEST wings in town, wood
Price per person: $60
fired grilled sandwiches and even homemade TV dinners. Libations more
See description for tour #1 your style? Choose from 70 beers on hand, including 25 eclectic craft
beers on tap. Into cocktails? Pick your pleasure from the Joint’s fully
37. Chicago Symphony Orchestra: A Chanticleer
stocked bar. Join RSNA in an evening to remember. A portion of the
Christmas
proceeds will be donated to the RSNA R&E Foundation.
7:30 p.m. performance time
(Transportation to Reggie’s Music Joint is not included.)
Price per person: $75
Since Chanticleer first performed on the Symphony Center Pres-
ents series in 1995, the choir of male voices has become a hallmark of
the holiday season. Be entranced by this Grammy® Award-winning a
cappella ensemble as they perform traditional carols, revered sacred
works and delightful holiday favorites at the breathtaking and intimate
Fourth Presbyterian Church.
(Theater tickets must be picked up at the Palmer House tour desk.
Transportation to the Chicago Symphony Center is not included.)
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