Casino Party Planners
31 West Fullerton
Addison, IL 60101

Casino Party Planners is the premier casino event planning company in Illinois. With over 15 years of event planning experience, our highly professional team specializes in bringing the thrill and excitement of a Las Vegas-style casino directly to your Private Home Party, Charitable Fundraiser, or Corporate Event.

We can provide everything from start-to-finish to insure your Casino Party is an unforgettable experience. From our professionally trained charismatic dealers to our casino quality game tables and equipment, our exciting casino gaming action will make your next event one to remember.

Welcome to Wrigley View Rooftop, Wrigleyville’s NEWEST rooftop endorsed by the Chicago Cubs located at 1050 W Waveland Ave which is situated in Left Field.

Wrigley View Rooftop provides for one of the most unique and memorable experiences in Chicago for client events, company parties, corporate events, or family and friend gatherings.

Wrigley View provides you with the BEST Chicago Cubs multi-level rooftop experience available for groups of 10 to 200 people.

The name says it all; the view from our rooftop gives you an unobstructed view of the entire infield and outfield areas of Wrigley Field including the historic Wrigley Field scoreboard – one of the few Wrigley rooftops with a view of the scoreboard.

Check in with our friendly staff upon arrival and then step into the elevator and be transported to the rooftop to start your Wrigley View Rooftop experience.

Wrigley View Rooftop is your all-inclusive rooftop experience. Whether you find yourself enjoying the open air of our beautiful rooftop or lounging within our brand new, luxurious interior bar, we are ready to serve you – pre, during, and post game.

Wrigley View Rooftop has four levels offering unique vantage points, Space for up to 200 people, Multiple oversized flat screen televisions, and Luxurious stadium style seating – no bleachers!

Enjoy our Upper deck with an amazing view of the whole field!

Your Wrigley View Rooftop experience is all inclusive. You will receive our full catering menu grilled and prepared on site to include beer, wine, soda….Beef Hot Dogs, Beer Marinated Brats, Angus Burgeres, Veggie Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches and our famous grilled Italian Sausage.

And if that werent enough, satisfy your tastes with an array of Salads and Sides to choose from including Italian Pasta Salad, American Potato Salad, German Potato Salad, Mixed greens or Picnic Coleslaw.

Wrigley View Rooftop’s Bar Service and friendly staff are here to serve you with your all inclusive open bar including beer, wine, and soft drinks such as MGD, Miller Lite, Bud, Bud Light, Amstel Light, Heinekin, Odouls and bottled water. Or enjoy an array of wines to include chardonnay, pinot grigio, merlot and pinoir noir.

If you are a dessert lover, a selection of Assorted Gourmet Cookies & Bars as well as assorted ice cream novelties are available throughout the game!

Wrigley View Rooftop has Three levels of comfortable and clean restrooms, fully handicap accessible seating, Picturesque views of Wrigley Field and The friendliest and most courteous staff around!

Wrigley View Rooftop is unique, affordable and fun. Why wouldn’t you book your group or outing today?

Space fills up quickly so call now and inquire about having your group on Wrigley View Rooftop. We look forward to having you at our Rooftop offering you an incredible unique Chicago outing experience.

WINDY is available for private charters, for weddings, parties, corporate functions, planning committees, reunions, church outings and Worship Sails, tour groups, team building, and educational experiences. Windy may be chartered for a maximum of 150 guests. YOUR EXPERIENCE aboard WINDY is meant to be an outdoors one. However, we also have a grand interior “salon”, which can hold 50-70 standing guests, available for dining and for getting out of the sun or weather. It is adjacent to our kitchen, or “galley”. The caterer usually sets up buffet style inside the salon, or and guests are free to move in and out.

c: Capt. Randall – Please mention Hereschicago.com when contacting me

Tall Ship Sailing Adventures

These 60 or 75 min. Skyline Cruises are the family favorites! Each day of our daily and weekly sailing schedule is unique, with every trip dependent on the direction of the wind. No two tours are alike. Each sail also has a tour theme led by our enthusiastic crew-educators! Our tall ship crew are multi-talented individuals, many of whom have experience in the study of history, maritime lore, the arts, music, and theatre- ready to bring their experience to enhance your enjoyment aboard Windy! You can simply relax on deck in quiet, or gather around for storytelling and hands-on fun!

Tall Ship Educational Sail Training Programs

Educational cruises are offered to school, church, scouts, corporations, and other groups. This program provides a variety of hands-on activities and several talks on topics including maritime history, sailing, maritime arts, physics, navigation, marlinespike, seamanship, marine wildlife, group dynamics and the like. Call to discuss your desires, as we can design an event for your students.

We already have a great program for badge work for Girl Scouts! Programs are designed for each group. Much more details are located on the Education page on the web site. In 2008, over 8,000 students sailed with us!

Tall Ship Private Charters

The WINDY is available for private charters, weddings, parties, corporate functions, planning committees (no phones to distract members), team building, reunions, church outings, tours, fun getaways, and educational experiences. Groups as large as 150 can be accommodated. A full range of menu options can be provided by the ship’s caterers. Call early to confirm availability and to make plans. Reservation dates are guaranteed with payment. Also consider a Pirate Themed Charters for something truly extraordinary!

Corporate team building activities are also offered.

Unique views?
Chicago’s Skyline from Lake Michigan, Navy Pier

Our most Important Target Market is?

Private charters, for weddings, parties, corporate functions, planning committees, reunions, church outings and Worship Sails, tour groups, team building, and educational experiences.

Chicago’s alternative to conventions, meetings and conferences, The Odeum Expo Center, Villa Park, Il – Recently renovated in 2010

Conveniently located 30 minutes west of Chicago, near O’hare airport and 10,000 hotel rooms!

Building Specifications

15 acre site
Capacity 2000 Cars
130,000 square foot facility
Direct drive access to exhibit
floor from parking facility
212′ clear span building
Concrete floors – 400 psi
Ceiling clearance:
North & South Halls:
- 26′ lowest point
- 50′ highest point
Insulated Pitched Roof Mezzanine:
- 18′ lowest point
- 40′ highest point
Heated and air-conditioned
Telephone, ISDN, gas, water and compressed air

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Freight Access

Two drive-in, overhead doors
- North Hall – 10′ wide x 14′ high
- South Hall – 14′ wide x 14′ high
18 additional 6′ wide doors
2 additional 8′ wide doors
Elevator 8′ x 5′

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Food and Beverage

Catered Meals
Cocktail Lounge
Concessions

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Electrical Services 

In-House electrician
120 volt, single phase,
60 cycle
208 volt, single phase,
60 cycle
208 volt, three phase,
four wire, 60 cycle
480 volt, three phase,
four wire, 60 cycle
Total amps available 3,000 plus;
3 phase

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Lifts

2 fork lifts, 5,000 lb. capacity ~ 13′ high
Scissors lift, 400 lb. capacity ~ 30′ high
Aerial lift, 800 lb. capacity, ~ 46′ high

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Exhibit Space / Meeting Rooms

Over 85,000 square feet with minimum pillars
South Hall – 22,000 sq. ft.
North Hall – 22,000 sq. ft.
Upper Mezzanine – 14,000 sq. ft.
Banquet Hall – 9,000 sq. ft.
Lower Mezzanine – 6,000 sq. ft.
Other Areas – 12,000 sq. ft.
Can accommodate 600; 8′ x 8′ booths
All exhibit services and equipment available “in house”, including piping, draping, tables, chairs, staging, carpeting, electric
Audio/Visual equipment
Telephones, floral pieces, hostesses
A variety of meeting space is available accommodating from 10 to 5,500 people
9,000 square feet Banquet Hall that breaks out into 4 meeting rooms, approximately 1,800 sq. ft.

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Additional Areas in Facility

North Conference Room
Lounge
Promoter’s Office
Box Office
Security Office
First Aid Room
Referee Room
Pro Shop

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In House Convention Services

Pipe & Drape
Tables
Staging (16′ – 7′)
Audio Visual
Compressed air
Floral
Water
Chairs
Carpet
Signs
Telephone
Sport Court
Right to work facility, security, ushers, stagehands, and other labor can be made available through the ODEUM as requested.

Click here for more information or to contact Brad or Jamie at the Odeum Expo Center for your next business meeting, conference, sporting event, wedding or convention

CHICAGO – Tasty Catering, 2010 Best Place to Work in Illinois, is proud to announce it has been recognized as one of twenty winners of the 2010 Top Small Company Workplaces competition as a best small place to work in the country by Inc. magazine and Winning Workplaces. Tasty Catering is in good company with companies ranging from the NY Jets to PortionPac Chemical Corporation in IL.

Winning Workplaces, the Evanston, IL-based nonprofit organization, has recognized firms that attribute much of their business success to their commitment to exemplary people practices and outstanding workplace cultures. The common characteristics of the Top Small Company Workplaces include a commitment to aligning their workforce with a clear vision, mission, and values; communicating with openness and trust; and investing in employees’ continuous learning and development.

“This year’s winners show that the quality of the workplace can be a competitive advantage. I’m amazed at how well they have come through the recession. Clearly, their commitment to their values and people practices are an important part of this success,” said Gaye van den Hombergh, President of Winning Workplaces.

“Tasty Catering business results are clear and directly related to the fact that we invest in the success of our people,” said Tom Walter, CEO and founding partner, Tasty Catering.  “A winning workplace is better for people; better for business; better for society.”
 
About Tasty Catering

Tasty Catering, a suburban-Chicago based corporate catering and event planning services company, has been exceeding the catering needs of Chicago area corporations and organizations for more than 20 years. Known for its commitment to excellence and attention to detail, Tasty Catering is built upon the single premise of providing its customers with exceptional service and quality. Tasty Catering customers include Cushman & Wakefield, Hamilton Partners, Sherman Hospital, University of Chicago, Comcast, RSM McGladrey, Cummins-Allison and Harris Bank. 

Tasty Catering, 2010 Achievement in Catering Excellence (ACE) award winner, 2009 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Winner for Marketplace Ethics and 2008 Caterer of the Year, is the “go-to” caterer for Chicago business. Tasty Catering is WINNER! 2010 NICE Awards — Best Catered Event Off Premise under $10,000, Best Catered Event Off Premise over $25,000, Best Picnic, Most Creative Planned Menu, Best fundraiser/Non-Profit Event and Best NICE Team Event. The company has also been named Best Place to Work in Illinois for three consecutive years (2010, 2009 & 2008), is a 2009 Best and Brightest Winning Company, 2008 DePaul University Entrepreneurial Quest Award Winner and is listed on the Inc. 5,000 food and beverage category as one of the fastest growing companies in the Midwest for 2008 and 2009.

Click here for more information or to contact Tasty Catering for your upcoming corporate event

Vertigo Sky Lounge at the Dana Hotel & Spa in Chicago – Contact Sandi Robinson (312) 202-6001

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Fogo De Chao
661 N La Salle St.
Chicago, IL 60654

Fogo de Chão is the perfect location to host your group or private dining event. Your guests will enjoy Fogo’s elegant and authentic Brazilian dining experience. And, you will appreciate our helpful and knowledgeable staff. Fogo provides unique private and semi-private dining rooms with the table layout flexibility you need as an event planner. Whether you desire an all inclusive package or an a la carte dining experience Fogo offers the flexibility to customize your event to your exact needs.

Our Chicago restaurant is located in the heart of River North. Guests are welcomed by a striking blue tower housing an authentic fogo de chão, the type of ground fire originally used for cooking meat in Southern Brazil.

Valet parking is offered during lunch and dinner, with limited metered parking streetside. Several parking garages are also located throughout the area.

Private or Semi Private Space Available:
Yes

F&B minimum to reserve / use the room (s):
No

Rental Fee to Reserve / Use the Room:
No

Awards/Achievements:
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2002- 2009 Zagat Survey: America’s Top Restaurants Chicago Magazine: One of Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

Click here for more information or to contact Erin O’neill, Private Dining Manager of Fogo De Chao - Please mention Hereschicago.com when contacting me

Classic Chicago Party Rental is the Midwest’s largest event rental company and among the largest in the country. Our 35 plus years of experience combined with our wide selection of event and food service equipment along with our extensive inventory of tents and clearspan structures can accommodate all types of events.

Classic Party Rentals has many target markets which include corporate functions, weddings, outdoor celebrations, catered affairs, fundraising galas, home entertaining and large scale national events.

We provide:

Classic Tents
Unique Tabletop Rentals
Prime Event Group
Designer & Lounge Furniture
Chameleon Chairs

Click here for more information or to contact Valerie Braun of Classic Party Rentals.  Please mention hereschicago.com when contacting me.

Planning your party on a Wrigley Rooftop during a Cub game is one of Chicago’s most unique networking events for groups of all kinds.  Wrigley Rooftops are perfect for corporate events, company outings, office parties, client events, family reunions, entertaining clients, bachelor parties, bachelorette parties and friends gatherings.

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It’s opening week for the Cubs season and we invite you all to Brixen Ivy rooftop for networking and to watch the game on Friday April 16th! 

It’s all inclusive! Enjoy a food and drinks and watch the Cubs game on Brixen Ivy Rooftop all while networking with colleagues and friends.

When: Friday April 16th, 2010

Where: Brixen Ivy Rooftop, 1044 Waveland Avenue

Game: Cubs Vs. Houston

Game time: 1:20 pm

Click here to view details or to register