Morris Gearring's Holiday Show w/ Maggie Brown & Julie Wood! Dec 2 @ The Jazz Showcase (Chicago,IL)

"Celebrating The Holidays!" with party gifts, music & cocktails

Singer-actor MORRIS GEARRING stars in "Something About Oscar" (Oscar Brown Jr, that is)With Special Guest MAGGIE BROWN on vocals!

The Jazz Showcase 806 S. Plymouh Court, Chicago, IL 60605

December 2, 7:30 pm
http://www.jazzshowcase.com/


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KOKO BRONSON & his QUARTET featuring 4 back up vocalists

With Special Guest, Julie Wood on Sax!

$25 Advance tickets (purchase @ www.somethingaboutoscar.com

)

$30 at the door

$20 Students

"Something About Oscar" is a brilliant portrayal by Morris Gearring of Oscar Brown Jr's

unique blend of music.  It is a mix of soul, jazz and musical theatre. Oscar was a celebrity in Chicago.

Morris' passionate show is an homage to the man whom he knew and loved.

Oscar Brown Jr. passed away in 2005.

           

Level 257 Hosts Gaming Gift Drive for the Troops Beginning Sat Nov 28 (Chicago,IL)

 

Leave a Gift for a Vet under the PAC-Tree!

DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT HUB HOSTS OPERATION SUPPLY DROP GIFT DRIVE Level 257 And Namco USA Show Support For Our Troops    Operation Supply Drop, a nonprofit that assembles gamer care packages to veterans and deployed US military across the world, and Level 257, a destination for dining and elevated play, have partnered to bring veterans and civilian supporters together this holiday season. From November 28th through December 31st, area residents are invited to donate new or gently used video games to Operation Supply Drop.  All donations will be taken at Level 257 adjacent to Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, IL. In solidarity, Level 257 will be making an in-kind donation to Operation Supply Drop to kick off the holiday season!   Operation Supply Drop is a veteran support organization which through one of their programs assembles videogame care packages filled with games, products, apparel, and other exciting items.  Once assembled, these packages are sent to active duty & veterans deployed, those in hospitals, and active military installations across the world.   Level Up Through Giving Tuesday - November 28th through December 1st anyone who brings in unwrapped new or gently used gaming consoles and/or video games will receive a free 30-minute Level Up game-play card from Level 257.   The Gift Drive will kick off with the Level 257 PAC-MAN-inspired Holiday Tree Lighting Party, at 5:00 PM on November 28th. The pyramid-shaped tree, hand made by the skilled craftsmen at NAMCO USA Inc.'s workshop, utilizes over 5,000 LED lights to re-create the original PAC-MAN™ arcade game board.Guests will be treated to a glass of spiced hot apple cider, a complimentary 30 minutes of game play, festive music, and more. The first 50 revelers will receive an exclusive, collectible PAC-MAN Santa hat, and all guests can enter into a no-cost raffle for lots of cool prizes.  You don't want to miss out on this fun-filled event!   To RSVP, go to: http://level257treelighting.eventbrite.com. RSVP not required, but encouraged. For information, email info@level257.com or call the hosts on 847-805-0257. ----- Pssst! A sneak peek of the PAC-Tree   About Operation Supply Drop Operation Supply Drop recognizes that the love for all things gaming and geek is just as pervasive in the military community as it is in the general population. With geek culture as a focal point, Operation Supply Drop works to foster a sense of community among veterans, military, and civilian supporters.  Their focus on military support, donations, and games make for lasting friendships, awesome communities, and a whole lot of fun.    For more information, visit www.operationsupplydrop.org Follow Operation Supply Drop on Twitter: @OpSupplyDrop   About Level 257TM Level 257TM captures the magic of legendary video game and toy manufacturer Bandai Namco in a resto-lounge setting by serving up a joyful combination of American fusion food, craft cocktails and elevated play. With 36 craft beers lines, seasonal craft cocktails, retro and newly released video games, bowling, ping-pong and more, Level 257 is a play space that is part chic urban lounge/part over-the-top rec room. Level 257 is adjacent to the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, IL, with guest entrance from the parking lot. For more information, visit www.Level257.com or call 847-805-0257. Follow Level 257 on Twitter or Facebook: T: @level257 F: /Level257Chicago   Level 257TM is a trademark of NAMCO USA INC. PAC-MAN™ & © BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.

The Ugly Sweater Run Prances into Town with a few new Additions

The Ugly Sweater Run Prances Into Its 5^th Year

The Merriest 5K to visit 18 cities nation wide, with a few new additions

  In its fifth season, The Ugly Sweater Run descends upon North America, backed by popular demand with a few new additions to make the holiday season bright. Bringing a family tradition and “snow” to every city, the Ugly Sweater run celebrates this joyous time of year with a 3.1 mile run in the most beautiful and outrageous holiday sweaters along with a visit from Santa, bottomless hot chocolate and, of course, awards and prizes for the tackiest holiday flare. The Ugly Sweater Run is open to all ages, free for children five years old and under, and adults are invited to enjoy a complimentary brew from Samuel Adams. For the second year, the Ugly Sweater Run will benefit Save the Children

, a global nonprofit which gives children in the United States and around the world a healthy start, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. All participants have the option to donate $5 or more during registration and create an online fundraising platform to help raise funds for Save the Children.

Denver, CO; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Sacramento, CA and Seattle, WA, will feature the “Kahlúa Lounge.” The lounge is an extra special space for participants 21+ to enjoy an exclusive complementary Kahlúa beverage, complete with a fire pit to take post run selfies. Included in the Ugly Sweater Run each participant will receive an all new custom collectible knit hat, unlimited hot chocolate and a for those over 21, a seasonal cold (1) one from our official partner Samuel Adams. Operation Gratitude

will be on-site at every stop collecting goods for gift packages and designing "thank you cards" to send to our troops overseas.

Check us out on Facebook

, Twitter and Instagram. The Ugly Sweater Run is a unique spin on a holiday festivity and perfect for families, friends, team building and group celebration. To register and join in on the Ugly Sweater Run visit www.theuglysweaterrun.com

 

for more details. Visit UglyChristmasSweater.com

 

, our official ugly sweater partner to gear up participants for race day! The Ugly Sweater Run offers local businesses the opportunity to engage at our Happy Place on Earth and can contact info@humanmovement.com for further details. 

The Ugly Sweater Run 2015

Twin Cities, MN                    November 28, 2015

Seattle, WA                           November 28, 2015

Pittsburgh, PA                      November 29, 2015

Grand Rapids, MI                December 5, 2015

Las Vegas, NV                     December 5, 2015

Hartford, CT                          December 5, 2015

Charlotte, NC                       December 5, 2015

Omaha, NE                           December 6, 2015

Colorado Springs, CO        December 12, 2015

Sacramento, CA                  December 12, 2015

Chicago, IL                           December 12, 2015

Boston, MA                            December 12, 2015

Washington, DC                  December 12, 2015

Denver, CO                           December 19, 2015

Tempe, AZ                            December 19, 2015

Atlanta, GA                            December 19, 2015

Philadelphia, PA                  December 19, 2015

Baltimore, MD                      December 19, 2015

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About Human Movement Inc.

Human Movement Inc. (HMM) is a leading active entertainment company that produces world-class mass participatory running races, festivals, triathlons, obstacle races, and outdoor events. Headquartered in Louisville, Colorado HMM was named one of Inc. Magazine’s 500 fastest growing companies and one of Outside Magazine’s “Best Places to Work.” HMM is the latest addition to POWDR Corp’s unique portfolio of businesses that include mountain resorts, action sports camps, content production and media. For more information, please visit www.humanmovement.com

 

or email info@humanmovement.com.  

About Save the Children
Save the Children gives children in the United States and around the world a healthy start, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We invest in childhood – every day, in times of crisis and for our future. Follow us on Twitter

 and Facebook.

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