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THIS MONTH AT HERON AGENCY
News: Senior Publicist Kathy Bryja Celebrates One Year Anniversary
Read: Heron Agency Client Lucky Strike Social Set To Open In Wrigleyville
Blog: Top Valentine’s Day Events and Activities in Chicago
Big Win: Orangetheory Fitness Furlough Offer Featured on Today.com
Watch: Marriott Theatre’s Million Dollar Quartet on WGN-TV
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Lianne: The Crown
Sarah: Food Network Star
Kathy: Big Little Lies
Anneliese: How To Get Away With Murder
Megan: Black Mirror
Shannon: Schitt’s Creek
Gianna: Gossip Girl
Annie: True Detective
Theresa: You
Zoe: Friends
Aliana: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Coming Up…
Chicago’s hottest new rooftop destination,VU Rooftop Bar, located 22 stories above McCormick Place at 133 East Cermak, is hosting Me + VU, an interactive Valentine’s Day mixer, on Thursday, February 14 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Find your matching puzzle piece and win a prize (or two) while enjoying live beats, unprecedented city views, friendly mingling and more!
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Ocean Prime, the modern American restaurant and lounge from renowned restaurateur Cameron Mitchell, is excited to announce the opening of its Chicago location in Spring 2019. Located at the corner of North Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive, the restaurant will be open for lunch on weekdays and dinner nightly, featuring an impressive menu of seafood and prime cuts of steak, signature cocktails and an extensive wine list.
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The 4th annual One of a Kind Spring Showreturns to The Mart with more than 300 talented artists and makers from across North America. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience while browsing and shopping from a variety of categories of handmade work from April 26 – 28.
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Chicago’s home for brunch, Yolk, is inviting couples to enjoy a complimentary Sweet Single of Red Velvet French Toast with the purchase of any two entrees. This sweet special offer is available during normal business hours at each of the eight Chicago Yolk locations and must be redeemed in-store on Valentine’s Day.
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Spa@theWit is excited to offer spa treatments for guests and their better halves! Luxurious treatments including the Blissfully in Love Couples Massage, Playing Footsies Couples Pedicure and Just for You Massage + Pedicure are available February 10 -28.
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State and Lake Chicago Tavern offers brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop in for a delicious meal and cheers to the weekend with a mimosa flight!
National Hellenic Museum is hosting its 6th annual NHM Trial Series event The Trial of Hippocrates on Wednesday, February 20 from 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. at The Harris Theater, 205 East Randolph Drive. The Trial of Hippocrates will be a non-replicable evening of lively and timely debate by reputable lawyers with proceedings and decisions by notable judges and jurors.
Bentley Hair & Beauty, situated on East Oak Street, the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast, just off Michigan Avenue, is the city’s top exclusive, luxurious and contemporary Chicago salon. Owner Jennifer and her handpicked professional team are focused on making sure that you have a wonderful experience when you visit. Receive 20% off when you mention code ‘Heron’ when you book your appointment today!
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Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park is offering its Romantic Escape Package, which includes overnight accommodation for two in a Fairmont Guestroom at 20% off the best available rate, late checkout, and a bottle of bubbles, starting at $189. A variety of add-ons, including one dozen roses, a blowout, ice skating for two at Maggie Daley Park and breakfast in bed with mimosas are available.
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ROOH Chicago, a progressive Indian kitchen and lounge located in the heart of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, will be opening this spring!
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The iconic Sportsmen’s Lodge has been a home away from home for many classic Hollywood stars including Katherine Hepburn and Clark Gable. Today, the Sportsmen’s Lodge offers guests full-service accommodations only minutes from the best San Fernando Valley attractions including Universal Studios, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, L.A. shopping and numerous beaches.
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The contemporary restaurant concept located inside Hotel EMC2, the Albert, will be offering its guests the chance to experience “Love at First Bite,” a special four-course chef’s tasting menu for Valentine’s Day, offering guests an intimate and elegant dining experience.
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Explore the city and its vibrant neighborhoods with ease from Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago‘s central location, just steps from many of Chicago’s transportation hubs. Premium amenities make guests feel welcome including 24-hour fitness center and 2,500 sq. ft. of event space. The options are endless when you stay in the middle of the action!
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Geja’s Café, long-known as “Chicago’s Most Romantic Restaurant,” is spreading the love for a nine-day Valentine’s Festival from February 9-17. The Valentine’s Festival will play host to the ever-popular Celebration of Marriage Night, where couples receive an added discount based on the years they have been married.
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Replay Lincoln Park has made its most ambitious transformation to date with its Game of Thrones pop-up experience for fans to enjoy in advance of the final season. Admission to the pop up is free, but for the first time ever, there is a VIP ticket package, which will include a keepsake goblet, a commemorative print, and express entry to the bar for $20.
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Raised, An Urban Rooftop Bar is hosting a special Sweet and Sour event on Thursday, February 14 from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. The year-round rooftop destination will offer a Valentine’s Day menu, available February 14-16, featuring a mouthwatering selection of crave-worthy items and specialty cocktails. Local music will be provided on February 14th from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. and on February 15 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Known as “the restaurant where everyone feels at home and everyone is welcome,”Russian Tea Time has earned the distinction of being one of Chicago’s landmarks serving Chicago residents and out-of-towners alike with a taste of Russian fare since its inception in 1993.
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With 50 Chicagoland locations,Orangetheory® Fitness, hailed by The New York Times as “the best one-hour workout in the country, is a one-of-a-kind, group personal training workout that uses intervals of cardiovascular and strength training. Join today at a discounted rate and receive a free heart rate monitor*. Check with location for more information.
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Rosemont’s newest hotel, The Rose Hotel, featuring 165 rooms, 6,000 square feet of high tech meeting space and an engaging first floor bar and gathering area is now open!
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Lucky Strike Entertainment will debut its latest creation, Lucky Strike Social at Wrigleyville in the energetic Chicago neighborhood mid-to-late February. Lucky Strike Social is a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience and a new destination for Northsiders with time tospare!
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Paper Source, a Chicago-based premier paperie and gift retailer, has you covered with fun crafts and decorations to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your love or Galentine’s Day with your friends!
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Addison & Clark brings a dynamic, high-quality retail, dining and residential destination to one of America’s best-known corners. Open now!
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NEWCITY located in the heart of Lincoln Park at Halsted and Clybourn, is Chicago’s newest lifestyle and entertainment destination with top retailers including Saks Off Fifth, Evereve, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kings Dining & Entertainment, Mariano’s, Yard House, Earl’s Kitchen + Bar and more.
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Last chance to see the show that has thrilled over eight million people worldwide and received a 3 1/2 star, rave review from The Chicago Tribune’s Chris Jones. The original London production ofThe Woman in Black is running in Chicago through February 17, starring Chicago actors Bradley Armacost and Adam Wesley Brown. Book now… if you dare! Use discount code GHOST to save $10.
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First Folio Theatre presents ALL CHILDISH THINGS, a witty and comedic mystery about a group of life-long friends and Star Wars fans written by Joseph Zettelmaier, running through February 24, 2019. Use discount code JEDI to save 20 percent off tickets to the production.
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Chicago Sinfonietta, the nation’s most diverse orchestra, presents its In Darkness We Rise, a program exploring love, loss, and unyielding hope through the musical storytelling of several narrators on March 23 and 25.
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There’s a whole lot of shakin’ goin’ on with the smash hit MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, which has been extended due to popular demand through March 16, 2019 at the Marriott Theatre. Inspired by a true story, this rockin’ tribute captures the contagious spirit, freewheeling excitement, and thrilling sounds of the once-in-a-lifetime event where four of music’s best talents came together.
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