If you know of an event that should be listed on our calendar, or to submit yours, send me the information at israel@retanacabinetworks.com with the subject heading "CHIPs Calendar Submission". For more information about how to join our community of Chicago Home Interior Pros, visit our main web site here.
The following is a list of upcoming events in the Chicago-land area for home interior pros and social media junkies worth looking into:
Thursday March 26, 2009 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
Everything from a "newbie" table to expert panelists on using social media for business today. Social Media Club events are popular and may be sold out by the time you click on the link, but look out for upcoming events.
Friday March 27 thru Sunday March 29, 2009
Over 25 international dealers with more than 10,000 original vintage posters for sale vetted by the IVPDA (International Vintage Poster Dealer Association). Click on the link above for hours and admission information.
Friday March 27, 2009 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Blank Canvas: A Design Showcase. The event will showcase green businesses and non-profits that improve our world both aesthetically and environmentally such as architects, contractors, landscapers and more. Click on the link above for more information including times and admission costs.
Saturday March 28 thru Sunday March 29, 2009
Over 50 noted national and international decorative and fine arts exhibitors presenting all design movements of the 20th Century. Click on the link above for more information including times and admission.
Make sure you also RSVP for these upcoming events:
(C.H.I.P.s Event)
Wednesday April 1, 2009 11:30 AM 1:oo PM
Social media expert Gabe Strom will speak to us about how to effectively use Twitter and Facebook for our businesses. Space is limited, for more information about location and admission ($5!) and to RSVP, click on the link above.
Thursday April 2 thru Saturday April 4, 2009
Click on the link above for more details.
Tuesday April 14, 2009 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
You will learn proven techniques of sales that Deborah Flate of Dialogue Consulting used to turn sales around for some of the most prestigious companies in the interior design industry. Click on the link for more information including admission.
(C.H.I.P.s Event)
Wednesday April 15th, 2009 11:30 AM to 1 PM
Come out and have lunch with fellow CHIPs members (membership is free). Let's get to know about each other's businesses better so we know how we can help each other out. Come prepared to let us know what type of projects, clients, or contacts you are looking for. Space is limited, so RSVP today. For more information click on the link above.
This post by Israel Retana. Israel is the founder of C.H.I.P.s and 2nd generation craftsman at Retana Cabinet Works , where they've been specializing in custom cabinetry and antique furniture restoration for nearly 30 years. He can be followed on twitter (iretana) or contacted at israel@retanacabinetworks.com
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