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CHICAGO—The Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation is pleased to announce that its “Maskerade” Gala presented by Pressure Washing Systems grossed $150,000. Funds raised will support public art projects and events in the Loop in 2022. Past examples of Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation initiatives include Los domingos en State, ACTIVAR pop-up alley events, mural projects, El Gateway y mucho más.
The Maskerade Gala took place on Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, featuring a VIP viewing of the Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade down State Street, drinks, food stations, dancing and live entertainment from DJ Seasonal Frequency, Cabinet of Curiosity, DJ Lady D, La Explosiva y sus Chinelos Mágicos, magician Benjamin Barnes and Glamour Clown Productions’ Lilith Towers and Potty Mouth. In the spirit of the season, masquerade masks were encouraged. Chicago Loop Alliance followed public health guidelines and required all attendees provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the event.
“Maskerade” was presented by Pressure Washing Systems with support from Entertainment Sponsor ComEd, Program Sponsor Bannerville, Title Sponsors Acadia Realty Trust, Auditorium Theatre, CIBC, CIRCLE Foundation, City Escape Garden Center and Design Studio, DePaul University, Downtown Apartment Company, Hilton Chicago, The Joffrey Ballet, Macy’s, The Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel and Springboard, and Supporting Sponsors ABC7/WLS-TV, BJB Properties/Drummond Advisors, DL3 Realty, EQ Office, Gensler, Goodman Theatre, Hard Surface Finishers, Mid-America Real Estate, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, SP Plus Corporation and Millennium Garages, Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop, Thompson Hine and Walgreens.
“We had such a fabulous time getting together with our supporters in person once again,” said Chicago Loop Alliance President and CEO Michael Edwards. “After hosting a virtual gala in 2020, it felt great to hit the dance floor with our members and partners to celebrate a very successful year for our organization.”
Sobre la Chicago Loop Alliance
La misión de Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) es crear, gestionar y promover programas positivos e inclusivos que atraigan a la gente al Loop y aceleren la recuperación económica. La CLA es una organización de membresía y también es el único proveedor de servicios para el Área de Servicio Especial #1-2015. Para obtener más información, visite aquí.
Sobre la Fundación Chicago Loop Alliance
La Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation es una organización afiliada de carácter 501(c)(3) que impulsa los límites de lo que un centro comercial puede ofrecer a sus residentes, trabajadores y visitantes. La Fundación busca enriquecer los espacios públicos del Loop mediante la expresión artística y la programación cultural gratuita. Al crear un vínculo entre las personas y los lugares que comparten, la Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation espera crear un entorno urbano inclusivo que fomente la creatividad y mejore el atractivo del Loop para las personas y las empresas que lo integran. Para obtener más información, visite aquí.
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