Blue Sky Inn Events
Custom House Fundraiser
On October 13th 2007, Blue Sky Inn was pleased to welcome their guests to Custom House, acclaimed chef Shawn McClain’s newest restaurant. The evening featured passed seasonal hors d'oeuvres, signature cocktails by Master Mixologist Bridget Albert and members of the U.S. Bartenders Guild, and a silent auction. The auction included opportunities to bid on your 'dream job,' including food critic, chef, museum critic, and many more.
The Sky's the Limit
In conjunction with their 100th anniversary, the law firm of Sonnenschein, Nath & Rosenthal generously hosted an art exhibit and auction of youth artwork at their Sears Tower offices on October 26th, 2006. Guests had the opportunity to enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while they placed bids in a silent and live auction, hosted by WGN News' Fred Shropshire. Twenty-four youth participants also attended the event, giving them an opportunity to meet the individuals admiring and purchasing their artwork.
Summer Resolutions Party
Guests gathered at Nick's Beer Garden (1551 N. Milwaukee) on Saturday, July 15th to wash away their sins from the first half of the year and kick-start their good intentions for the rest of the year. The silent auction featured original artwork from the Bird Machine, gift certificates for writing classes, sneak previews of independent films, fine dining, theatre tickets, and lots more.
This City is Our Home
Photographs, Paintings and Essays by Homeless Youth in Chicago.We are grateful to our friends at 826CHI for hosting our first public exhibit of artwork created by the youth in our weekly programs. Fifteen homeless men and women ranging in ages from 17 to 24 contributed essays, paintings and photographs depicting their lives on the streets of Chicago.
Copies of any of the photos displayed in our gallery are available for $25. Please contact Lisa Thompson at (773) 710-7346 or lisa@blueskyinn.org to order a print.
SAVOR: A tasting fundraiser.
On February 22, 2006, 185 guests gathered at Grotto on State in support of Blue Sky Inn and our friends at Free Street. Our sponsors Tanqueray and Ciroc mixed specialty martinis all night, and Grotto served an incredible array of passed hors d'oeuvres. A raffle added to the excitement and provided Blue Sky Inn with an additional $500 in contributions. Thanks to everyone who made this event such a fun success!
Skylight 2005
On September 23, 2005, Blue Sky Inn hosted its first public fundraising event for over 100 supporters at the ARC Gallery (734 N. Milwaukee Avenue.) Refreshments were provided by our sponsors Stella Artois, Becks Premier Light and Lindemans Wines. Guests enjoyed bidding on the silent auction, with items generously donated by Wilco, McSweeney's, Art & Science Salon, Chestnut Grill & Wine Bar, moto, The Chopping Block, and many more. In addition to the gallery's extensive international exhibits, artwork created by youth participating in Blue Sky Inn programming was also on display.