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Tag: Tommy Else
Aug 20, 2014

A Night of Good Music and Good Friends

Last Saturday night, a group of my friends watched our mutual friend Tommy Else live out his unimaginable dream. Tommy played an acoustic set at Madame ZuZu’s Tea Shop in Highland Park, Ill. Also in attendance was Billy Corgan, owner/operator of Zuzu’s, frontman for the Smashing Pumpkins and Tommy’s musical idol. We all know Corgan from working together on various events and projects.

Remarkable Medellín

Visiting Medellín in Colombia: The Country of Beauty is like stepping into a fantastic story — literally, as the city in the Western Colombian Andes region inspired Disney’s Encanto. Here, valleys, the world’s tallest palms, vibrant communities, colorful houses, garden-like balconies and more prove reality is more picturesque than anything on film. And it’s especially more tempting following Medellín’s remarkable transformation, shedding its troubled past and reawakening as a city of innovation, art, cultural richness, modern infrastructure, thriving tourism and resiliency.

Oct 2, 2013

Annual Plane Pull at O’Hare International Airport

Recently at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, an airplane moved about 500 total feet in a few hours, yet hundreds of people cheered. The plane never even took flight, yet everyone went home happy.

Jul 10, 2013

Kicks for a Cure

Back when I was at Sacred Heart Elementary School in Chicago, I lived for kickball games at lunch. Being the pitcher (roller?) for the boys' team almost made school tolerable. Last Saturday, I rekindled my kickball love at the Kicks for a Cure event while spending a great day on Chicago’s lakefront.

Experience Next-Level Travel with Condor Airlines’ New A330neo Fleet

Condor Airlines completely renewed its long-haul fleet, featuring its new Airbus A330neo. Designed to elevate your travel experience, the A330neo is equipped with cutting-edge technology and offers unrivaled comfort, ensuring an exceptional journey for every passenger. With its striking signature striped livery, the A330neo not only promises a memorable flight but also enhances the start of your vacation from the moment you step aboard.