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Fashion Chicago Magazine covered the Parsa Atelier Fashion Show at the new Club Royale in Chicago. Emerging Fashion Designer Ben Parsa showcased his stylish collection of casual couture wear.

Marriage of Light and Image, an exhibition featuring the works of Jackie and Daniel Tice, will examine the relationship between two married artists and their chosen mediums.

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The Chicago High School for the Arts appoint executive director.

Eco-Pencils is proud to present a new line of handcrafted branch pencils. This line features wood branches with color inserts. These can be used as decoration or can be given to any art lover for an earth friendly alternative to creativity!

Artist and member of the Oil Painter's of America, Jackie Tice, starts a new website to feature her fine works of art.

Two distinct artists in their own right, Robert Berlin and M. Ellen Cocose bring a unique look to the tradition of photography. Photo Fusion opens the night of the 13th Annual Vision Event, Friday July 18 and closes August 31, 2008.

With talk radio only being available in the mornings, Red Bar Radio has more to offer the talk radio fan. Host Mike David is letting people know, “talk radio is not dead - just on FM it is.”

Gallery KH is proud to announce a sculpture by gallery artist D.E. McDermott has been selected to honor those committed to advancing women’s rights in Barbados, Mexico and South Africa.

Choosing artwork for your company is an important decision; much different from selecting a painting that hangs in your home. Art in the office has a purpose- it has to work.

Holiday Cards Unlimited helps companies focus attention on corporate details: remembering birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions with thoughtful, professional-looking greeting cards.

Aaron Ganci has been promoted to the position of Art Director at Omni Communications Group.

Sheque Chicago has signed a contract extension with one of Chicago's premier bistros, D.O.C Wine Bar.

IMAGE Chicago has signed a one year contract with one of Chicago's most established and well-known spas, Russian Bathhouse.

Local Schoolchildren To Show Fruits of This Year’s Labors in North Side Gallery Event

Our Lady Catholic Gifts launches its online shop selling only the most beautiful, exclusive and hand-crafted Catholic Statues, Rosaries, gifts and collectibles to those who are not only proud to be Catholic, but also to those who love Christian art.

Amazon Semifinalist community creates ABNA Books, a literary site for networking and promotion.

The Musical Offering announces The Song of Roland; a collaboration with Oakton School, professional musicians, the Evanston Children’s Choir and score by James Falzone. The performances will be presented at Oakton Elementary School in May 2008.

CHICAGO, IL - Jennifer Kayle and Lisa Gonzales announce KINETIC EVIDENCE, a collaborative dance concert at Links Hall, February 29 & March 1, 2008 at 8pm and March 2, 2008 at 7pm.

Conductor Kirk Muspratt and New Philharmonic Orchestra invite music lovers to learn the three Rs of classical music at “Rachmaninoff, Ravel and Revueltas,” the fourth concert of the orchestra’s 31st season.

In celebration of Black History Month, Historical Perspectives for Children, Inc. presents "Madam C. J. Walker: Inventor and Entrepreneur" in schools throughout Chicago and Minneapolis/St. Paul.

The sale of a John Lotton 1995 vase for more than twice its estimated selling price might indicate this art glass is beginning to take flight as suggested by Daryle S. Lambert, who made the prediction Lotton Glass will one day be the next Tiffany.

Local artists participate in the Eyeland of St. Johns micro-exhibition series, ART+VISION

“Where is my Bennie?” This is a young boy named Austin’s first question when he awakes from a nap to discover one of his most prized possessions missing.

Three rare Miniature Charles Lotton art glass vases, momentarily entered the marketplace and quickly sold.

New installment celebrates work of self-taught artist and philanthropist Lisa Gengler

Chicago's most controversial sketch comedy group returns with its tenth production in five years.

The world’s largest modular, display manufacturer, Skyline Exhibits recently awarded David Zukerman, Exhibit Display Designer at Tradetec Skyline the coveted Marshall Johnson award for the Best 20’x 20’ Trade Show Exhibit Design of 2006.

Eloquence: Rhythm & Renaissance, a refreshing poetic alternative. Literary poetry, prose & short stories in layman’s terms. This collection expresses appreciation and love for self, family, courage, nature, spirit and creative processes.

Readers of “The Guy in the Red Tie” antique blog and members of the 31 Club Wealth Builders, accept the challenge presented to buy and sell their way to their first million dollars starting with only $100.

Friend of Claude Monet and Edgar Degas, Impressionist William Horton’s richly colored “Village Poplars at the River Bank” finds it way into 31 Inc.’s Market Place & Gallery.

Chicago, IL - October 2007 - If you have been thinking about becoming a professional personal property appraiser check into the Core Course in Appraisal Studies offered by the International Society of Appraisers October 3-9, 2007 in Chicago.

A new Antiques & Collectible Blog addressing important market trends, new opportunities and financial strategies in shifting markets is launched by author, Daryle S. Lambert, President of 31 INC.

Skyline Displays, largest portable exhibit display manufacturer recently awarded Lara Whitt, Creative Director at Tradetec Skyline the coveted Marshall Johnson award for the Best Multi Product Integration for a Trade Show Exhibit Design of 2006.

Music Compilation To Benefit Displaced New Orleans Musicians

A stellar exhibition of works by Duncan R. Anderson, Brian Yates, Jared Sheldon, and Peter & Marilyn Frank will be presented at F2 Lab in Chicago's West Loop art gallery district. Emerging artists from Chicago converge in a "DIY" art gallery show.

Dance Down 2007 scheduled for August 24, 2007. This show replaces the July 5, 2007 show that was cancelled due to technical difficulties.

Christopher Meegan is proud to announce his first book of poetry, The Light, The Dark and All the Places Between.

Daryle S. Lambert, author of the new book "31 Steps to Your Millions in Antiques & Collectibles," expects Lotton Glass to have the investment potential of Tiffany glass.