Green Tie Ball #30 - Tuxedos and Tennis Shoes

835 North Michigan Avenue,Chicago IL 60611

17 September, 2022

Description

Join us for Chicago Gateway Green’s signature event, the Green Tie Ball (presented by Huntington Bank). The famous gala, returning each year with a new and engaging theme, raises funds for CGG’s Expressway Partnership Program, which creates and maintains beautiful, sustainable landscapes along Chicago’s major expressways thereby reducing air and noise pollution and adorning the gateways into the city’s communities. The gala attracts Chicago’s most prominent public, political, and media figures, environmental supporters as well as young professionals and local celebrities. Venue: The event will be held at the infamous, Chicago Sports Museum. The Museum combines skill challenges and hi-tech simulated experiences with unique sports memorabilia and an impressive collection of game-used treasures and other artifacts. It's a playground for sports fans of all ages. Attire: As a nod to the venue, this year's theme, Tuxedos and Tennis Shoes, encourages guests to pair their finest black tie attire with their coolest sneakers. For those wishing to pump up their look, The Sole Revival will be on-hand to customize your kicks. You can also purchase a new pair of Converse to customize onsite.Emcees: Cortney Hall, host of Chicago Today, NBC5, and Chris Petlak, Host of the Morning Mix, 101.9 The Mix.Honorary Host Committee: Cassie Carlson-FOX 32 Sports, Taylor McGregor Marquee-ABC 7 Sports, Dionne Miller-ABC 7 Sports, Leila Rahimi-NBC5 Sports, Krista Ruch-CBS 2 Executive Producer - Sports, Sarah Spain-ESPN, Kaitlin Sharkey-WGN-TV, Danni Wysocki-NBC Sports ChicagoHost Committee: Howard Alper, Gail Bilenko, Ryan Chiaverini, Colin Comer, Roe Conn, Jon Cotay, Grant DePorter, Quinn Donnelly, James Feeley, John Fritchey, Alexi Giannoulias, Allie Goldstein, Lee Golub, Marc Gordon, Beth Heller, Susanna Homan, Sheldon Holzman, Shelly Howard, Alicia Howie, Marko Iglendza, Candace Jordan, Taylor Kinney, Ron Kittle, David Klevatt, Danielle Lamorgese, Andrew Landan, Jonathan Landan, Bruce Liimatainen, David Lissner, Kat Mena, Laura Mena, Jody Oshita-Bajor, Alexandra Perraud, Everett G. Rand, Grace Kuklinski Rappe, Carol Roper, Betsy Shepherd, Laura Shiffman, Michael Simon, Richard Simon, Lindi Simpson, Dana Snodgrass, Donnie Storino, Phil Sylvester, Todd Toborg, Steve Traxler, Chrissy Wagner, Val Warner, DJ White Shadow, Ted Widen, Daniel Zenisek, Neal ZuckerCo-Chairs: Joanna DePorter and Meg Newton Satherlie.Food & Drink: Guests will enjoy premium open bars and gourmet bites from Harry Caray’s Catering & Events.Entertainment: Entertainment includes sets by top Chicago DJs, including DJ Rock City, and a set from the popular cover band, Dr. Bombay, which features Chicago Gateway Green Vice Chairman Lee Golub as the drummer. The evening will also include a Live and Silent auction with one-of-a-kind items, games, and special guests.Games: Throughout the evening, guests can compete in a variety of bracketed challenges, including darts, shuffleboard, ping pong and foosball to win great prizes. Those not wishing to compete can still take in the unique sports memorabilia, collection of game-used treasures and interactive experiences. After Party at TAO: After midnight, head over to Tao for the Official After Party! Admission is FREE with your wristband. **This is a 21 & over event. Guests will be asked to provide a photo ID upon check-in. ***All purchases are final. ****Discounted parking will be available Tickets Regular Admission: $150VIP: $250 (VIP Guests will have access to an exclusive lounge complete with private premium bars, passed hors d'oeuvres, private restrooms, and unique gaming experiences.)About Chicago Gateway Green Celebrating its 36th Anniversary in 2022, we are dedicated to greening and beautifying Chicago's expressways, gateways, and neighborhoods, Chicago Gateway Green was founded in 1986 to benefit the environment and improve the quality of life for millions of Chicagoland residents and annual visitors. A 501(c)3 non-profit organization, Gateway Green makes an impact in the community with three key initiatives: the Expressway Partnership Program that transforms city roadways into landscaped parkways by maintaining over 100 gardens along Chicago’s major expressways, thereby reducing air and noise pollution; the International Sculpture Program that beautifies gateways through the installation of permanent, international art; and the Day of Impact Program that transforms vacant land into tree-filled green spaces through large-scale volunteer tree plantings. Over the past 30 years, Gateway Green and their valued partners have helped to improve both the local environment and the quality of life for millions of Chicagoland residents and visitors. *All contributions and tickets benefit Chicago Gateway Green 501(c)3.*For additional information on sponsorships or tickets, please contact Chicago Gateway Green® at 312-595-3100 or [email protected] ****Discount Parking Information Website: www.Parking.com Access Code: Gateway2022 Price: $13 for up to 12 hrs Instructions: · Search for Water Tower Place (845 N Michigan Ave) · Enter the date, entry and exit times and click “Search Parking” · Click on the pin for the location on the map and choose “View” · Click “Have an access code?” and enter Gateway2022 to receive the discounted rate of $13 for up to 12 hours. Only valid Sept. 17, 2022. Park up to 12 hours from entry time. · Click “Book Parking” to proceed to the checkout page · When the purchase is complete a QR code will be provided to scan in and out of the facility Once purchased a QR code will be available on their confirmation page. The parker must scan the QR code to ENTER and EXIT to receive the discounted rate. Parkers that pull a ticket to enter will be required to pay the full rate at the exit. If they pay the full rate and would like to be refunded the difference they are welcome to contact 312-440-3163 during business hours.