Polo's Armed Forces roots in Chicago date back to 1949 when the Illinois National Guard organized an indoor league at the Chicago Avenue Armory, now the Museum of Contemporary Art. On this day, Oak Brook Polo honors Armed Forces servicemen and women, and its veterans in a remake of the Oak Brook Polo vs. Black Horse Troop match. On Sunday, June 25th, gates open at 1:00 pm and match starts at 3:00 pm. Ticket prices range from $10 to $80 for individuals and $300 to $650 for groups of 8 to 16 people. 2606 York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523; oakbrookpoloclub.com
The Service Club of Chicago celebrates its annual Day at the Races on June 25. Along with a full day of horse racing at Arlington International, guests will enjoy an impromptu fashion show with members modeling designs from Menotti Couture; silent auction and a lunch buffet, too. Tickets are $150 for adults and $50 for children. 12:30 pm, Governor’s Room, 2200 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, 312-220-9600; serviceclubofchicago.org
Enjoy the sunshine from the rooftop deck of Streeterville Social with live DJ and yoga. Classes taught by celebrity fitness expert Andrea Metcalf and other Chicago-area yogis on the last Tuesday of each month through August. Space limited. 6am check-in; yoga 6:30am-7:30am. Drinks and snack provided. Tickets $40. Streeterville Social, 455 N. Park Dr., 630-670-4700; www.eventbrite.com
Start your engines! In partnership with the Ferrari Club of America and Continental AutoSports, We invite you and your guests to a day of horses and horsepower. The afternoon starts with an on-field parade of new and classic Ferraris for you to admire. Followed by a 6-chukker polo match between the Italian favorite, Ferrari Red and Black Teams. Wear your best Fedora and flaunt your Italian and Ferrari pride by spending an afternoon watching fast polo action alongside Italian's best engineering. On Sunday, July 9th, gates open at 1:00 pm and match starts at 3:00 pm. Ticket prices range from $10 to $80 for individuals and $300 to $650 for groups of 8 to 16 people. 2606 York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523; oakbrookpoloclub.com
Wine Down Wednesday Polo is a tradition at Arranmore Farm & Polo Club. Wednesday's in July and August, a late afternoon match is open to an enthusiastic public. Cars tailgate next to the field for a breathtaking up close vantage point to enjoy the action. Starting on Wednesday, July 12th, gates open at 5:00 pm and match starts at 5:30 pm. Field Side Tailgating is $20 per vehicle. 34 Rance Road, Oswego, IL 60543; arranmorefarmandpoloclub.com
The Women's Board of Lincoln Park Zoo will be hosting a black-tie affair with dining and dancing to honor the 40th anniversary of Zoo Ball. Titled "The Mane Event" it will shine a spotlight on the majestic animals that proudly display their manes with a safari theme throughout the picturesque zoo grounds. Funds raised at Zoo Ball will go towards the Women's Board leadership pledge to new initiatives at the zoo, including a new visitor center. Individual tickets begin at $750 per person; table packages begin at $7,500. The event will take place Friday, July 14 from 6:30 pm to midnight. 2001 North Clark St., 312-742-2296; lpzooball.org
Boogie on the beach this summer for homeless pets! PAWS Chicago's Beach Party hosts nearly 500 guests, and more than 100 beachwear-clad dogs. Guests of this popular summertime event will enjoy dancing on deck, cool cocktails, a beachfront dinner buffet, one-of-a-kind live and silent auctions, raffle, photo booth and more! Canine guests can take advantage of the "Dog Spa," where they will be treated to pawdicures, or visit the dog buffet for their own beachfront dinner. A gorgeous sunset overlooking the spectacular lakefront and city skyline view will serve as the backdrop to this dog-friendly gathering. Tickets $185 per person, $50 per pooch in advance; $200 per person, $50 per pooch at the door. 6pm, Castaways North Avenue Beach Boathouse, 1603 N. Lake Shore Dr.; pawschicago.org
Join former Chicago Bear Israel Idonije for his annual summer charity event to celebrate the youth programs that have served 10,000+ children over the past 11 years. The event will feature an open bar, a DJ, silent auction, and a tribute to Humanitarian Honoree Kerry and Sarah Wood of the Wood Family Foundation. Special guests will soon be announced. 1420 S Michigan Ave; ifcharities.org or email [email protected]
Wine Down Wednesday Polo is a tradition at Arranmore Farm & Polo Club. Every Wednesday in July and August, a late afternoon match is open to an enthusiastic public. Cars park next to the field for a breathtaking up close vantage point to enjoy the action. On Wednesday, July 19th, gates open at 5:00 pm. Field Side Tailgating is $20 per vehicle. 34 Rance Road, Oswego, IL 60543; arranmorefarmandpoloclub.com
LondonHouse Chicago rings in its first anniversary with a prom-style party, featuring contemporary and classic tracks performed by The Boy Band Night. The evening’s suggested donation of lightly-worn women’s business attire benefits Dress for Success. Prom-style attire is welcome. General admission tickets are $125. 6:00 pm, 85 E. Upper Wacker Dr., 312-357-1200; https://lhanniversary.eventbrite.com
Chicago's signature polo tournament begins at Arranmore Farm & Polo Club with the start of the Chicago Polo Cup. The weeklong competition invites teams from all over the Midwest to compete in a 8-12 goal tournament. The Chicago Polo Cup is a rebirth of Chicago's history in hosting rival polo teams from around the Midwest and the United States, such as Milwaukee, Detroit, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Iowa, Indianapolis and many more. On Sunday, July 23rd, gates open at 1:00 pm and match starts at 3:00 pm. Ticket prices range from $10 to $75 for individuals and $650 for groups of 16 people. 34 Rance Road, Oswego, IL 60543; arranmorefarmandpoloclub.com
Wine Down Wednesday Polo is a tradition at Arranmore Farm & Polo Club. Wednesday's in July and August, a late afternoon match is open to an enthusiastic public. Cars tailgate next to the field for a breathtaking up close vantage point to enjoy the action. Wednesday, July 26th, gates open at 5:00 pm and match starts at 5:30 pm. Field Side Tailgating is $20 per vehicle. 34 Rance Road, Oswego, IL 60543; arranmorefarmandpoloclub.com
The Auxiliary Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Michigan Avenue magazine will host Summer Lovin’ on July 28, 2017 from 7 - 10:30 p.m. at the Chicago History Museum. Event proceeds will support a pivotal project in the area of cardiogenic shock at Northwestern Medicine led by three talented physician-scientists, Duc Thinh Pham, MD, in the Division of Cardiac Surgery; Esther Vorovich, MD, in the Division of Cardiology; and Arif Jivan, MD, PhD, a Cardiovascular Disease Fellow. A significant complication of both heart attack and acute decompensated heart failure, CS has a mortality rate of nearly 50 percent. This project will help to enhance the understanding, identification and treatment of cardiogenic shock. Don’t miss an evening filled with bites from leading restaurants, cocktails and entertainment. Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St.; auxboardnmh.org
Join Cinema/Chicago and the 53rd Chicago International Film Festival in honoring Academy Award- and Golden Globe-winning actress Jane Fonda as she is presented with the Film Festival’s Gold Hugo Career Achievement Award. The evening includes a celebratory reception with cocktails, small plates, and a silent auction followed by an on-stage conversation with Fonda and presentation of the award. All proceeds from the event benefit the expansion of Cinema/Chicago’s education program. Tickets starting at $200. 6:30 pm, The Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, 221 N Columbus Dr.; chicagofilmfestival.com
Chicago's signature polo tournament comes to an end at Oak Brook with the Chicago Polo Cup Championship Match. Over the past week, teams from around the Midwest competed in a 8-12 goal tournament that began at Arranmore Farm & Polo Club. The Chicago Polo Cup is a rebirth of Chicago's history in hosting rival polo teams from around the Midwest, such as Milwaukee, Detroit, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Iowa, Indianapolis and many more. On Sunday, July 30th, gates open at 1:00 pm and match starts at 3:00 pm. Ticket prices range from $10 to $80 for individuals and $300 to $650 for groups of 8 to 16 people. 2606 York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523; oakbrookpoloclub.com
With the theme “Rock the Runway,” The Service Club of Chicago welcomes guests to its annual Day on The Terrace on July 31, featuring club members and local celebrities modeling the fall/winter 2017 collections from the best stores on Michigan Avenue, Oak Street, and beyond. Tickets $195. 11am, The Peninsula Chicago, 108 E. Superior St., 312-220-9600; serviceclubofchicago.org
Wine Down Wednesday Polo is a tradition at Arranmore Farm & Polo Club. Wednesday's in July and August, a late afternoon match is open to an enthusiastic public. Cars tailgate next to the field for a breathtaking up close vantage point to enjoy the action. Wednesday, August 2nd, gates open at 5:00 pm and match starts at 5:30 pm. Field Side Tailgating is $20 per vehicle. 34 Rance Road, Oswego, IL 60543; arranmorefarmandpoloclub.com
Oak Brook Polo is excited to welcome the Jamaica Team back to play for one of the Club's oldest and most celebrated trophies, The Drake Challenge Cup. Named after The Drake Oak Brook Hotel, this beautiful brass trophy has been played for since 1964 by some of the most celebrated polo players in American history during the Club's glory days. On Sunday, August 6th, gates open at 1:00 pm and match starts at 3:00 pm. Ticket prices range from $10 to $80 for individuals and $300 to $650 for groups of 8 to 16 people. 2606 York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523; oakbrookpoloclub.com
Wine Down Wednesday Polo is a tradition at Arranmore Farm & Polo Club. Wednesday's in July and August, a late afternoon match is open to an enthusiastic public. Cars tailgate next to the field for a breathtaking up close vantage point to enjoy the action. Wednesday, August 9th, gates open at 5:00 pm and match starts at 5:30 pm. Field Side Tailgating is $20 per vehicle. 34 Rance Road, Oswego, IL 60543; arranmorefarmandpoloclub.com
The Arranmore Farm & Polo Club will be hosting the 2017 Women's Polo Invitational. This year we are going to mix things up with high-spirited fun - Women vs. Men. Join us and cheer on our enthusiastic players! A portion of the profits will go to the Edward Foundation's Campaign Against Cancer at the Edward Cancer Center. On Sunday, August 13th, gates open at 1:00 pm and match starts at 3:00 pm. Ticket prices range from $10 to $75 for individuals and $650 for private tents for 16 people. 34 Rance Road, Oswego, IL 60543; arranmorefarmandpoloclub.com
