Second Annual Meals From The Heart Outing
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Artists For Harmony will once again be creating a delicious April Fools-themed dinner for the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Chicago on Monday, April 1st. Last year was an amazing experience for all our volunteers, and we are extremely excited to spend the evening with so many great people. Click here to see pictures from last year’s visit
Fifth Annual Wine Tasting & Art Gala Announced
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On Saturday, November 17th at 6pm, Artists for Harmony will host its 5th Annual Wine Tasting and Art Gala at the beautiful Columbia Yacht Club in Chicago. On display will be fine art from some of Chicago’s own up and coming talent, along with a silent auction and raffle. All of the art and auction items featured make great gifts, and can usually be obtained at bargain prices. All of this in one of the most unique and scenic locations in downtown Chicago: The Columbia Yacht Club, with all proceeds benefiting high need schools in the Chicago area. Ticket Price Includes: -Wine Tasting courtesy of Wirtz Beverage Group -Complimentary 312 beer -Exquisite Hors d’oeuvres -Access to the private Columbia Yacht Club -Visual Artistic Delights! -AMAZING Raffle and Silent Auction Opportunites (see below) $5 Raffle Ticket Grand Prize: APPLE IPAD! Many other gift certificates and items for runner up raffle prizes Raffle Tickets will be 1 ticket for $5, 5 for $20, 30 for $100 Silent Auction and Raffle Items: -Walt Disney World Park Hopper Passes -Jet Ski Rental courtesy of Chicago Jet Ski Rentals -Second City and UP Comedy Club passes -Comedy Sportz Tickets and Improv Class -Private Sailing Lesson/Outing at Columbia Yacht Club -Chicago Bears, Cubs, Bulls and Sox Ultimate Gift Baskets (signed memorabilia, apparel, trinkets) -$300 gift card to The Underground -Chicago Architecture Foundation tour -Chicago Wolves and Kane County Cougars Tickets -Gift Cards/Certificates from: US Bank, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Rosebud, Feast Restaurant and Bar, Chicago Cut Steak House, The Whitehall Hotel and more! Click here to purchase tickets If you have any questions, please e-mail tom.trulis@artistsforharmony.org
The ICRE Sessions Are Back!
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Artists For Harmony is proud to start another great year working with the wonderful students of the Illinois Center For Rehabilitation and Education-Roosevelt. Click here, or e-mail jason.thorn@artistsforharmony.org if you would like more information on volunteering. Hope to see you there!
AFH is Heading to St. Jude’s in Memphis!
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Artists For Harmony has teamed up with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee to spend a day creating art with their courageous patients. Continuing our mission of providing everyone with a creative outlet, we are honored to have received this once in a lifetime opportunity to see the world through the eyes of these amazing children. “The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family’s ability to pay.” Click here to visit St. Jude’s website
Fourth Annual Artists FORE! Harmony Golf Outing and Barbecue Announced
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Join us as we hit the links for a beautiful day at Odyssey Country Club on Sunday, September 16th starting at 1pm. Tickets are $100 and include 18 holes of premium golf, an all you can eat barbecue, and lots of other prizes! Coming from the city? Join us at Suite Lounge as we take a charter bus to the event including cocktails and other entertainment. If you’re not much of a golfer, please join us for the ride, and receive $75 in tokens good at Odyssey Fun World! Click here to purchase tickets Click here for sponsorship information Please e-mail aris.halikias@artistsforharmony.org with any questions. See you there!
2 Sparrows Recap
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Thank you for making our evening at 2 Sparrows such a wonderful event! Matthew Santos practically blew the roof off with his amazing talents, and we couldn’t appreciate your support more. Stay tuned for more local art and music events coming soon!
ICRE Tech Room Grand Opening
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Artists For Harmony was excited to attend the grand opening of the ICRE Art & Technology Room. Nearly two years in the making, everyone involved was so proud to see the transformation. As an added bonus, Artists For Harmony humbly accepted two surprise awards for our contributions. Thanks ICRE! Click here to view pictures of the Art & Tech Room mural from start to finish
Harmony Fun Run & Picnic Announced
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Saturday, May 5th . 8am Join us in Berkeley, IL for a one mile walk/run followed by food, music, games, and more! Race starts on the corner of Taft and Electric (across from the police station). $10 entry fee includes picnic and t-shirt* $20 for the whole family! Can’t make the race? Join us for the free fun and games starting at 11am! Click here to purchase tickets Click here to view/download the registration form. Each participant must fill out the registration form, and you may bring it with you to the race. All proceeds benefit Artists For Harmony’s after school art and music programs. *Register by Friday, April 20th to receive your t-shirt
An Evening with Matthew Santos & Michael Trulis at 2 Sparrows
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Join us on Saturday, April 28th for a unique artistic experience at 2 Sparrows in Lincoln Park. Grammy nominated artist Matthew Santos will be performing an intimate acoustic set, while a hand-picked array of wine and appetizers compliment the artwork of AFH President Michael Trulis. All proceeds from this event will benefit the amazing students of ICRE. 2 Sparrows is located at 553 West Diversey Parkway, Chicago, IL 60614. Doors open at 6pm. Click here to purchase tickets Like us on Facebook and receive 25% off your ticket! Visit facebook.com/artistsforharmony. If you already ‘like’ us, simply click on the ‘Santos @ 2 Sparrows’ tab on the left side of our Facebook page. Then, copy and paste the coupon code at checkout. **This is a paperless ticket event. You must present your ID at the door to enter** Matthew Santos: Grammy-nominated artist Matthew Santos has established himself as one of the rare and striking talents quickly emerging from the Chicago music scene. With an ethereal voice that has been the praise of artists such as Eddie Vedder, John Legend, Justin Timberlake, and Rihanna, Santos has secured his place in current music with his distinguished style and elusive musical gift. Far from all of the sound and fury of the modern music trends, Santos is quietly rising into one of the most remarkable voices of his generation. Michael Trulis: Artists for Harmony president, educator, mixed media artist, and croquet extraordinaire. 2 Sparrows: A seasonally–driven breakfast, lunch and brunch outpost located in the heart of Chicago’s charming Lincoln Park neighborhood, 2Sparrows features the contemporary American comfort fare of Chef/Partner Gregory Ellis, and a service and beverage program overseen by General Manager/Partner Steven Fladung. The two friends grew up together in Chicago’s western suburbs, and worked simultaneously — Gregory in the kitchen and Steven in the front of the house — at their esteemed training ground, Charlie Trotter’s. Click here to purchase tickets
ICRE Art & Tech Room Mural: Start To Finish
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Artists for Harmony had the great privilege to help design and create a mural for the soon-to-be remolded ICRE Art & Technology room. Painted by AFH president Michael Trulis, the first phase of the room is now complete. Stay tune for more updates, and as always, if you would like to volunteer during our Wednesday ICRE Sessions, send us an email at jason.thorn@artistsforharmony.org