Chicago's Bygone Department Stores 04/14/2022
Thursday, April 14th
2:45 PM Lunch Matinee
Chicago's Bygone Department Stores
Thursday April 14th, 2022
11:15am-2:15pm
$48 per guest
Remember the days before online shopping & Amazon? For decades, Chicago was home to some of America’s grandest department stores. Clustered along a mile long stretch of State Street, stores like Marshall Field and Co.; Carson Pirie Scott; Sears; Wieboldt’s; and Goldblatt’s set new standards for retail innovation, customer service and visual display. Generations of Chicagoans trekked to these stores for holiday shopping, celebrations, and fun. In this illustrated lecture, historian and author Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., revisits Chicago’s fabulous retail emporiums and explores their rise and fall.
Lunch Menu:
Slow Cooked Pot Roast complimented with pan glazed au jus, roasted carrots & celery, accompanied by whipped potatoes
Optional Upgraded Dessert:
(Add $4 per guest)
Caramel Apple Trifle
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Mystery at The Mansion 04/21
Thursday, April 21st
11:15 AM Lunch Matinee
Mystery at The Mansion
April 21st, 2022
11:15am-1:45pm
$55 Per Guest
Death of a Gangster: 1920's Mafia Marriage Murder
Lucky you! You’ve been invited to the Dunn Speakeasy for the wedding of the year! In this “married to the mob” event, you’ll never know who to trust. With the two families merging together, someone is bound to lose power, which means someone else will lose their life! Get on the trolley and solve this case with your fellow detectives.
Lunch Menu:
Jake's Cordon Bleu
Boneless breast of chicken served open with ham, cheese and Béarnaise Sauce. Complemented by wild rice and steamed broccoli
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Simply Billy: A Tribute to Legendary Billy Joel 04/27/2022
Wednesday, April 27th
10:45 AM Lunch Matinee
Simply Billy
Wednesday April 27th, 2022
10:45 am - 3:00 pm
$56 per guest
SIMPLY BILLY is the tribute show that brings the incredible songwriting, vocals and pianistic virtuosity of Billy Joel to the stage for audiences to revel in! Musician Brian Harris weaves together meticulously styled Billy Joel vocals, concert pianist "chops" and endless energy in presenting a show that will dazzle audiences.
Lunch Menu:
Lemon Parmesan Chicken
Lightly breaded baked chicken breast served with our creamy lemon parmesan sauce, accompanied by roasted red potatoes and steamed green beans
or
Baked Ham Jubilee
Baked ham complimented by a delicate fruit glaze and accompanied by roasted red potatoes and green beans
Optional Upgraded Dessert:
(Add $4 per guest)
Warm Brownie Ala mode
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The Kentucky Derby: Hats, Horses & History 05/03 & 05/05/2022
Tuesday, May 3rd
11:45 AM Lunch Matinee
The Kentucky Derby: Hats, Horses & History
Tuesday May 3rd & Thursday May 5th, 2022
11:45 am - 2:30 pm
$50 per guest
Come celebrate the most iconic & exciting 2 minutes in sports history. The Kentucky Derby is the oldest continuously running sports event in the nation. America’s most celebrated horse race was first held at Churchill Downs in Kentucky in 1875. Join historian Leslie Goddard to explore the history and many traditions that make the first Saturday in May so special. Learn the lyrics to “My Old Kentucky Home,” look at the famous hats and find out the stories behind the garland of roses, mint juleps and more.
The perfect event to break out your fanciest hat!
Lunch Menu:
The Kentucky Derby Famous Hot Brown
Hot open faced turkey sandwich with bacon, tomato & a mornay sauce. Topped with sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Complimented by potato wedges.
Optional Upgraded Dessert:
(Add $4 per guest)
Pecan Pie
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Simply Elton: A Tribute to Legendary Elton John 06/16/2022
Thursday, June 16th
3:15 PM Lunch Matinee
Simply Elton
Thursday June 16th, 2022
10:45 am - 3:00 pm
$56 per guest
SIMPLY ELTON is a celebration of Sir Elton John's incredible musical career. Musician Brian Harris and the Mad Hatters Band will transport you to the magic of an Elton concert, playing music spanning the icon's entire career. In addition to the spot-on Elton-styled vocals, wild costuming and endless energy, the virtuoso and rocking piano playing will leave audiences speechless.
If you're going to see ONE Elton tribute, this is the one to see!
Lunch Menu:
Tuscany Chicken
Boneless breast of chicken baked and served with our Parmesan tomato cream sauce accompanied by whipped potatoes
or
Slow Cooked Pot Roast
Tender Pot Roast complimented with a pan glazed au jus,
roasted carrots & celery, accompanied by whipped potatoes
Optional Upgraded Dessert:
(Add $4 per guest)
Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberries
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The Four C Notes 09/14/2022- SOLD OUT
Wednesday, September 14th
10:45 AM Lunch Matinee
The Four C Notes-SOLD OUT
Wednesday September 14th, 2022
10:30am - 3:00pm
$56 per guest
The Four C Notes was created by John Michael Coppola, best known for his appearance in Chicago’s long running production of the Broadway, smash hit JERSEY BOYS. THE FOUR C NOTES are the Midwest’s ONLY tribute dedicated to recreating the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons!
The tribute features all of your favorite hits, including:
“Sherry”, “Big Girls Don’t Cry”, “Walk Like A Man” “Workin’ My Way Back To You, (Babe)”,
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You”, “Let’s Hang On” and many, many, more…
Lunch Menu:
Pasta Trio
Cheese Manicotti, Fettuccini Alfredo & Spaghetti with Meatballs.
Served with a Garlic Bread
Optional Upgraded Dessert:
(Add $4 per guest)
Cannoli Cake
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It's a Wonderful Life: The Making of a Holiday Classic 11/09
Wednesday, November 9th
11:15 AM Lunch Matinee
It's a Wonderful Life: The Making of a Holiday Classic
November 9th, 2022
$48 Per Guest
11:15am-3:00pm
Kick off the Holiday Movie Season with this absolute classic.
Did you know Cary Grant was supposed to star in It’s a Wonderful Life? That the famous gym-floor-turned-swimming-pool was real? That the movie bombed at the box office? Even if you’ve seen the classic holiday film 150 times, you’ll love this fun program that explores the story of the movie’s creation including how the script evolved, how the cast was chosen, and the technical challenges that were overcome. You'll find out what happened to the cast and enjoy rare photographs taken behind the scenes. Rediscover Frank Capra’s masterpiece like you’ve never seen it before.
Lunch Menu
Holiday Chicken
A seasoned boneless breast of chicken with a delicate cranberry-orange sauce served with wild rice and steamed vegetables.
*Optional Upgraded Dessert: (add $4 per guest)
Warm Brownie Ala Mode
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A Victorian Christmas with Mr. & Mrs. Lincoln 11/09
Wednesday, November 9th
11:30 AM Lunch Matinee
A Victorian Christmas with Mr. & Mrs. Lincoln
November 9th, 2022
$48 Per Guest
11:30am-3:00pm
EXPERIENCE A VICTORIAN HOLIDAY WITH MR. & MRS. LINCOLN.
When we think of a traditional Christmas, we usually mean a Victorian Christmas.
Since the American Civil War also took place during this time period, Mr. & Mrs. Lincoln would like to tell you what Christmas was like in America, and how some of the customs we observe today came to be, such as the origins of Christmas Tree and Santa Claus, typical menus and party entertainments, New Years Day receptions, and the best Christmas present Abraham Lincoln ever received!
Civil War General George Henry Thomas and his wife, Frances, will be explaining the backgrounds of some of our favorite, classic Christmas carols.
Come prepared to take part in a fun sing-along!
Lunch Menu:
Holiday Chicken
A seasoned boneless breast of chicken with a
delicate cranberry-orange sauce served with wild rice
and steamed vegetables.
*Optional Upgraded Dessert: (add $4 per guest)
Warm Brownie A La Mode
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Remembering Marshall Fields at Christmas Time 11/09
Thursday, November 17th
11:15 AM Lunch Matinee
Remembering Marshall Fields at Christmas Time
November 17th, 2022
11:15am-3:00pm
$48 Per Guest
For many Chicagoan's, no Christmas season was complete without a visit to Marshall Field’s, the city’s Grande dame of department stores. This illustrated presentation by Leslie Goddard traces the store’s beloved holiday traditions, including the Walnut Room Christmas tree, the holiday window displays, the toy department, Cozy Cloud Cottage, and the Christmas catalog!
Lunch Menu
Your Choice of One of The Following:
Chicken Pot Pie
accompanied by a warm apple & pear salad
or
Ham Jubilee
Baked Ham complimented with a delicate fruit glaze accompanied by roasted potatoes and green beans
*Optional Upgraded Dessert: (add $4 per guest)
Pumpkin Pie
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Christmas at The White House 11/30
Wednesday, November 30th
11:00 AM Lunch Matinee
Christmas at The White House
November 30th, 2022
11:00-2:30PM
$48 Per Guest
Few American houses enjoy as lavish a holiday season as the White House. In this beautifully illustrated talk, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D. discusses the traditions that bring Christmas alive inside America’s most famous address. Learn the history of the gingerbread house tradition, the National Christmas Tree, and the thousands of ornaments created by artists around the country over the years. Did you know the White House didn’t have a Christmas tree until 1889? Or that it takes up to 200 people to put the decorations each year? Take an insider’s view of one of the most historic homes in the world during the most magical time of the year.
Lunch Menu
Traditional Turkey
Seasoned Turkey, Homemade Stuffing and Mashed Potatoes,
Cranberry Walnut Compote and Steamed Vegetable
*Optional Upgraded Dessert: (add $4 per guest)
Apple Pie Ala Mode
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