Over 170 BABC Chicago members, colleagues, clients and friends attended the
BABCC’s annual Christmas luncheon for an afternoon of hearty feasting and merrymaking.
Guests were greeted with a traditional glass of sherry, followed by cocktails, delicious food, networking, exciting raffles, entertainment by Josh Berman, and a live auction benefiting the British Summer Studies Program. Following the luncheon, guests continued networking at the After Party in the Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse Cocktail Lounge, sponsored by Stevens & Associates.
Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2012 Christmas party date!
Many thanks to our Exclusive Platinum Sponsor, American Airlines; Gold Sponsor, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP; the InterContinental Chicago; Stevens & Associates, and the Flower Firm, and to the following auction/raffle contributors:
American Airlines - roundtrip air transportation to exciting destinations
Anita Dee Yacht Charters – 2 admission passes for 45-minute sightseeing cruise
Antler Luggage - full set of luggage: The Liquis collection sculptured and designed to bring you the ultimate strength and lightweight solution in upright cases.
Blue Man Group – Two weekday performance tickets.
Boeing – Gift basket of Boeing model airplane and space-themed goodies.
British Consulate-General, Chicago - dinner for 4 at the British Consul General’s residence.
Chicago Architecture Foundation - Downtown Chicago Walking Tour Guest Passes.
Chicago Strategic Consulting - personal cosmetic plan, including 1 silk peel microdermabrasion treatment for silky smooth skin and 1 Botox or Dysport treatment to reduce frown lines or crow’s feet, provided by Carolyn I. Jacob, M.D., Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology
Cubs Extravaganza – 4 tickets to a Cubs game (mutual choice, excluding Platinum games); lunch for 4 at Rockit Bar in Wrigleyville; and an autographed Cubs’ memorabilia, donated by Chris Kelleher, LinkedIn
Dana Hotel and Spa – One night accommodation in a serene king guestroom.
Emissary Chicago - a great Sake Tasting experience, education, and materials with some take home bottles for a group of 6-8 people!
Goodman Theatre - Two “preview” tickets to Camino Real, March 3-11
Hard Rock Cafe – Two $25 gift cards
Hotel Burnham – one-night weekend stay in suite accommodations
InterContinental Chicago - luxury hotel stays at exciting destinations: Athens, Budapest, Vienna, Chicago, New York …
Lawry’s The Prime Rib – Dinner for two.
Made in Britain - Keep Calm and Carry On goodies.
Metropolitan Limousine – Round trip point-to-point chauffeured transportation in a Lincoln Town Car Sedan.
Mintel - Two club level soccer tickets for Arsenal and Newcastle United game, (UK) on Saturday, March 10th 2012–the premier English football league.
New Chicago Beer Co. - Join proprietors Samuel and Jesse Evans and take the (guided) reigns in crafting ales at their New Chicago Beer Company. You will be involved in choosing hops, malts, and yeasts, and working on the equipment. The new brewery is located at “The Plant,” a fresh, innovative approach to using sustainable energy sources and ecologically friendly techniques for brewing.
Palomar – One night stay in a King Deluxe Room and $75 gift card for Sable Kitchen & Bar
Park Hyatt – Park view accommodations for one night in an inviting guestroom with a spectacular view of Lake Michigan and Water Tower Park.
The Redhead Piano Bar – $50 gift certificate
III Forks – Dinner for two
Roka Akor - Omakase dinner for two
Sax Chicago - Bed & Breakfast packagee: one night of room & tax in deluxe accommodatons and breakfast for two.
Spencer’s – Jolly Posh Gift Basket including fine selection of locally made and imported British products.
Wyndham Chicago – One night stay and breakfast for two at Caliterra Bar & Grille.
Zanies - Admission tickets valid at all Zanies Comedy Clubs.
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