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 Patrice Perkins is the City Editor for Chicago. She is an attorney by day, and lifestyle aficionada and bon vivant by night. “Work Smart. Play Hard.” is her approach to this thing called life. Patrice also owns a blog, My Lifestyle ZEN , which provides overworked professionals and entrepreneurs with ways to maintain their work life balance, while offering diverse entertainment alternatives throughout Chicago. Once the computer is shut down and the last file is closed, Patrice whips out her favorite handbag and unleashes her passion – enjoying life in her fabulous hometown of Chicago. Live Music. Boutiques. Festivals. Art Exhibits. Restaurants—she loves it all and she loves sharing the little known treasures that she discovered along the way. No matter your pleasure, Chicago’s eclectic mix of neighborhoods has much to offer. If fellow Chicagoans would like to write Patrice for suggestions on things to do in the city or if there is a Chicago event, restaurant, boutique, art or cultural event you would like covered on Miss A, please contact her atpatrice.perkins@askmissa.com. |
 
I recently attended A Midsummer Eve of the Eve, a fundraiser by HighSight, an organization that provides scholarships to Chicago high school students. HighSight provides scholarships, tutoring, mentoring, leadership development and college readiness programs to enable its students to attend and succeed at the private high school of their choice. The fundraiser was held [...] 
You don’t want to miss Mid Summer Eve of the Eve, a fundraiser to benefit HighSight, a Chicago-based nonprofit. HighSight’s mission is to provide academic and social support to Chicago high school students. The organization provides scholarships, tutoring, mentoring, leadership development and college readiness programs to enable its students to attend and succeed at [...] 
It’s that time of year again! May 28th marks the kick-off of one of my favorite shopping markets in Chicago, the 8th Annual Randolph Street Market Festival. This market is the perfect shopping destination for Chicago Chic readers looking to spruce up your home, wardrobe or garden with exclusive finds. Held one weekend of [...] 
Photo courtesy BomBon Cake Gallery. Take a peek at one of Chicago’s hottest new gallery spaces, ARTRevolution, while you indulge in sweets and sounds at the first annual “Sweets, Sounds & Sorbet.” ARTRevolution is a fresh addition to the Pilsen neighborhood and a beautiful venue for weddings and other special occasions. This Friday, [...] 
Calling all vintage lovers and fashionistas! Grab your social calendar and save the date for Modern Vintage Chicago: Spring Fashion & Jewels Explosion, taking place April 16th and 17th. Recognized as one of the top three vintage shows in the country, Modern Vintage is the perfect place to score, one-of-a-kind, fashion finds. Source: [...] 
Hello, fabulous ones! We have an outstanding networking event to share with you. This opportunity applies: a. If you are a woman; b. Living in Chicago; c. Interested in claiming your expertise and having your voice heard; d. And want to do some power networking and learning from dynamic and influential ladies in media. [...] 
For many singles, Valentine’s Day is the most dreaded day of the year. Lucky for us Chicagoans, the good peeps behind the All Need Love Festival remembered that we (singles) need love too! I marveled at the idea of spending Valentine’s Day in the company of other singles and applaud the novel concept driving [...] 
You may recall that I attended opening night of The Joffrey Ballet’s rendition of “The Merry Widow.” The performance of this classic story was phenomenal. I enjoyed the comedic twist on a well-known dilemma- a woman torn between two loves: the familiar love (in this case her husband) and the unknown albeit painfully attractive [...] 
You don’t want to miss the only official Oscar viewing party in Chicago, this Sunday, February 27th. Experience the red carpet, mingle with other socialites, watch the 83rd Annual Academy Awards on multiple big screens, and enjoy fine cuisine by Petterino’s. and cocktails. The event will be hosted by Amanda Puck. Event proceeds will [...] 
You may remember me giving you the deets on the French Pastry School’s fundraiser, Cocoa Candyland 2011: For the Love of Chocolate. Well, this “Chicago Chic” girl had the opportunity to attend and it was FABULOUS. The Merchandise Mart couldn’t have been a more perfect space for this chocolate lover’s paradise. Three distinct parties. [...] |
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June 22nd, 2011 
