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SUMMARY:CAI Summer Social Boat Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Summer Social on Spirit of Chicago\nGet Down & Disco on the Lake! \nAttendee Registration Pricing\nThrough July 13: $115 member\, $215 non-member\nJuly 14 – July 31: $125 member\, $225 non-member\nAugust 1 – August 18: $180 member\, $280 non-member\nAfter August 18: $235 member\, $335 non-member \nNavy Pier Parking Information: https://navypier.org/plan-your-visit/getting-here-and-parking/parking-and-valet/ \n\nSpirit of Chicago\, Navy Pier\n600 E Grand Ave\nChicago\, IL\n12:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nThur\, August 21\n\n\nSponsorship Registration\n\nAttendee Registration
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/cai-summer-social-boat-cruise/
LOCATION:Spirit of Chicago Navy Pier Chicago\, 600 E Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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SUMMARY:Landscape Illinois Fire & Ice
DESCRIPTION:Fire & Ice: The Landscape and Snow Expo\nOutdoor trade show for green industry and snow professionals.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for a high-energy event packed with live action\, education\, and connection. This year’s Fire & Ice is revving up with the theme: Demonstration Derby — and you’re invited to be part of the excitement! \n🔧 Live Demonstrations Include:\n1. Tree Planting\, Pruning & Felling\n2. Native Plant Design Techniques\n3. Excavators in Action\n4. PLUS: Over 100 exhibitors showcasing equipment\, plants\, products and more! \n📚 In the Field Education:\n1. Sensory Gardens & Inclusive Playgrounds\n2. Prairie Plant Identification\n3. Natural Land Maintenance Best Practices\n4. Hands-On Snow Training for Safety & Equipment Use\n5. Bridging the Gap Between Snow & Sales Teams \n🌿 Back by Popular Demand:\nContainer Wars is taking the stage at Fire & Ice! \nSCHEDULE\n7:30am\nRegistration Opens/Badge Pick Up\nCheck in for the Demonstration Derby at the registration tent where you will pick up a name badge\, lunch ticket and gear! \n8:00am\nShow Opens \n9:00am-9:45am\nSnow Session \n9:00am-10:00am\nTree Pruning Demonstration\nPresented by: The Morton Arboretum\nStructural pruning of young trees is an important practice to help promote strong architecture in the crown and make trees more resilient to storms. Please join us for this demonstration as we walk through the steps of properly pruning trees to get them off to a good start. \n9:30am\nAutonomous Mower Demonstrations Begin\nCome see the future in autonomous mowers! \n10:00am\nGnome Hunt Begins! \n10:00am-11:00am\nSnow Session\nPresented by: Paul Washburn\, Goodmark Nurseries\nDining Tent B \n10:00am-11:00am\nContainer Wars\nJoin the thrilling Container War\, where creativity meets chaos as participants design stunning containers using available plant material and soil. Unleash your imagination and showcase your skills in this fun competition! Attendees will vote for their favorite designs\, and fantastic prizes await the creators of the best containers. Don’t miss this chance to demonstrate your passion and win! \n10:00am-11:00am\nWalking the Talk: Native & Prairie Plant Walk\nJoin us for a dynamic walking session through a sustainable landscape designed with native and prairie plants. This interactive tour will focus on plant identification and share real-world strategies for maintaining these species in both residential and commercial settings. Led by industry professionals\, this session offers hands-on learning in the field—perfect for those looking to deepen their knowledge of naturalized landscapes and low-maintenance planting strategies. \n11:00am\nBeer Tent Opens\nSPONSORED BY: THE TREE CONNECTION \n11:00am-1:00pm\nLunch\nServed in Dining Tents A and B \n11:30am-2:00pm\nKona Ice Truck \n12:00pm-1:00pm\nTree Planting Demonstration\nPresented by: The Morton Arboretum Horticultural Staff\nFollowing best management practices for tree planting is the best start to promote a healthy\, long-lived tree in the landscape. This demonstration will go over how to mitigate root defects and properly install containerized and ball-and-burlap trees. \n12:00pm-2:00pm\nGas vs. Electric Equipment Rodeo\nDemo Area\nJoin us for the exciting Gas vs. Electric Equipment Rodeo\, where you can test your skills with both gas and electric string trimmers\, leaf blowers\, and mowers. Experience firsthand which equipment is faster and more efficient in a fun\, competitive setting. With many municipalities adopting electric equipment ordinances\, this is the perfect opportunity to experiment\, learn\, and discover the future of outdoor tools. Don’t miss out on this chance to showcase your skills and put your name at the top of the leaderboard! \n1:00pm-2:00pm\nContainer Wars\nJoin the thrilling Container War\, where creativity meets chaos as participants design stunning containers using available plant material and soil. Unleash your imagination and showcase your skills in this fun competition! Attendees will vote for their favorite designs\, and fantastic prizes await the creators of the best containers. Don’t miss this chance to demonstrate your passion and win! \n1:00pm-2:00pm\nTree Felling\nHosted by: Homer Industries\nWatch the professionals from Homer Industries take down a tree in real time while explaining the safety protocols\, environmental considerations\, and step-by-step process behind responsible tree removal. This live demonstration will cover equipment\, assessment techniques\, and how to approach tree felling in both residential and commercial landscapes. A must-see for anyone involved in tree care\, landscape maintenance\, or site preparation. \n2:00pm\nRaffles Start \n2:30pm\nShow Closes \nMore details to be announced soon!
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/landscape-illinois-fire-ice/
LOCATION:Heritage Park\, 14240 W 151st St\, Homer Glen\, IL\, 60491\, United States
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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SUMMARY:BOMA/Suburban Chicago Family Day
DESCRIPTION:BOMA/Suburban Chicago Family Day\nJuly 31st we are inviting BOMA Members and their families to enjoy an outdoor summer celebration at The Gardens at Ball Horticultural from 3:00pm – 5:00pm. \nHeavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments\, including beer and wine will be served. \nJul 31\, 2025 03:00pm – Jul 31\, 2025 05:00pm \nBall Horticultural Co\n1017 W Roosevelt Road\, West Chicago\, IL 60185
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/suburban-boma-family-day/
LOCATION:Ball Horticultural Company\, 622 Town Rd\, West Chicago\, IL\, 60185
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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SUMMARY:IREM WhirlyBall Outing
DESCRIPTION:IREM WhirlyBall Outing\nJuly 24\, 2025\n4:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nAdd to Calendar \n Whirlyball Chicago\n1825 W Webster Ave\nChicago\, IL 60614\nDirections \nWhat the heck is WhirlyBall? WhirlyBall combines lacrosse\, hockey\, basketball\, and bumper cars all in one.\nJoin us for a afternoon of FUN\, FOOD\, and FRIENDS! There is also bowling & laser tag\, plus a sports bar.\nRegister now – We can’t wait to see your skills on the WhirlyBall floor! \nRegister Now \nTickets\n$50.00 IREM Members\n$50.00 IREM Industry Partners\n$62.00 Non-Members & Guests\n$95.00 Vendors (non-members)
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/irem-whirlyball-outing/
LOCATION:WhirlyBall Chicago\, 1825 W Webster Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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SUMMARY:BOMA Chicago Summer Civic Social
DESCRIPTION:Summer Civic Social\nWednesday\, July 9\, 2025 (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM) (CDT)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s not your average networking event—join the Emerging Leaders for the Summer Civic Social on Wednesday\, July 9\, from 4 to 7 PM at The Library at 190 S LaSalle. \nThis laid-back summer mingle is your chance to network with the civic leaders who help shape our city. You’ll connect with: elected officials; agencies like the Department of Planning\, Police Department\, Secretary of State\, CDOT\, and the Park District; labor unions; architecture and real estate organizations; business associations representing chambers of commerce\, the retail industry\, shopping centers\, World Business Chicago; and more! \nEnjoy cocktails and light bites while diving into conversations that matter—like the policies and partnerships that impact our industry every day. This is a unique gathering inside or outside of BOMA/Chicago —don’t miss your chance to be part of it. \n\nPricing\n$50 \n\nThe Library\n190 S LaSalle St 40th Floor\nChicago\, 60603 \n\n\nEvent Contact\nBeth Halat\n\n\nPresented by BOMA/Chicago’s Emerging Leaders Committee
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/boma-chicago-summer-civic-social/
LOCATION:The Library\, 190 S LaSalle St 40th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T080000
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SUMMARY:Franciscan Ministries Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Swinging Joyfully Golf Outing\nThursday\, June 19\, 2025\nRuffled Feathers Golf Club | Lemont\, IL \nFranciscan Ministries is proud to host our inaugural Swinging Joyfully Golf Outing on Thursday\, June 19 at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont. This special event supports the impactful work of St. Jude House and the Madonna Foundation—two ministries that make a real difference in the lives of those in need. Your participation will help continue their missions of compassion\, support and empowerment. \nAs of May 21\, we have filled all of our foursome slots. We do have space for a limited number of individual golfers and a few sponsorship opportunities available. Please reach out to Eileen Gutierrez\, Director of Philanthropy and Planned Giving at 331-318- 5162 or egutierrez@franciscanministries.org to discuss how you can get involved. \nPlease join us for Games on the Green! \nAll are welcome to join us for an afternoon of fun and games in the sunshine. Games on the Green begins at 1:00 p.m.\, and your ticket includes an afternoon of Happy Hour activities\, featuring trivia\, games\, prizes\, and a swag bag\, followed by a buffet supper. It’s a great opportunity to mix and mingle while supporting Franciscan Ministries.
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/franciscan-ministries-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Ruffled Feathers Golf Club\, 1 Pete Dye Dr\, Lemont\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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SUMMARY:Germantown Chamber of Commerce Golf outing
DESCRIPTION:Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce\nGolf Outing\nWednesday\, June 11\, 2025\nKettle Hills Golf Course\n9AM Start of Registration\n10AM Shot-Gun Start\n$155 a golfer/$620 a foursome\nincludes breakfast\, lunch\, dinner\, 2 carts per foursome\, driving range and 18 holes of golf \nSponsorships available!  Click here to register.
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/germantown-chamber-of-commerce-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Kettle Hills Golf Course\, 3375 WI-167\, Richfield\, WI\, 53076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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SUMMARY:24th Annual PFMA Milwaukee Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Entertain clients\, reward employees\, and support a worthy cause!\n24th Annual PFMA Milwaukee Golf Outing Co-Sponsored by PFM/ESF \nAll proceeds go directly to the Plant & Facilities Maintenance/Educational & Scholastic Foundation’s scholarship fund\, a 501c3 charitable organization \nWestern Lakes Golf Club\nW287N1963 Oakton Rd\,\nPewaukee\, WI \nTuesday June 10\, 2025  \nSchedule:\n7:45 AM Golfer Check-In & Driving Range\n9:00 AM Shot Gun Start\n3:00 PM Cocktail Hour\n4:00 PM Prize Raffle & Dinner \nFee:\n$995/Foursome or $275/Golfer\nCorporate Sponsors: $1195- Includes Foursome & Hole Sign\nManned Corporate Sponsors: $1790- Includes Exclusive\nManned Hole & Foursome Manned\nHole Sponsors- Exclusive: $795\nHole Sponsors: $395 \nIncludes: 18 holes of golf w/cart\, all special event games on course\, driving range\, drink tickets\, soda/water\, Halfway Harry’s refreshments on course\, Prize Raffle\, lunch\, appetizers\, and dinner \nDinner: $60/person for Sponsors & Guests – Dinner is included for Golfers \nWe Need Prizes for the Prize Raffle! \nHelp Your Company Stand Out During This Lively Feature During Dinner \nContact Stefanie Dow with your Prize Donations:\nsdow@wi.rr.com\,\nphone: 262-695-7479\nwww.pfmainc.com
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/24th-annual-pfma-milwaukee-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Western Lakes Golf Club\, W287N1963 Oakton Rd\, Pewaukee\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T160000
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SUMMARY:RE Journal CRE Awards
DESCRIPTION:REJournal Awards \nJune 5\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n4:30pm-6:00pm cocktail hour \n6:00pm dinner & program\n\n\n\n\nHyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago\n9300 W BRYN MAWR AVE\nRosemont\, IL\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy a Single Ticket Here\n\n\n\n\nSingle Ticket Purchase
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/re-journal-cre-awards/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Chicago\, 151 E Wacker Dr.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T153000
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SUMMARY:BOMA Suburban Industrial Round Robin
DESCRIPTION:BOMA Suburban Industrial Round Robin \nJoin the BOMA/Suburban Chicago Industrial Team and your colleagues for education on industrial facilities in a round robin fashion with food & a networking hour.  \nTopic: Industrial Round Robin with Vendors \nDate: May 2 \nTime: 3:30 pm  – 6:00 pm \nLocation: TBD \nContact: BarbT@BomaSuburbanChicago.com
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/boma-suburban-industrial-round-robin/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders,Company Happenings,Corporate Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T160000
DTSTAMP:20220221T194732Z
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SUMMARY:Sign your Landscape Management Agreement
DESCRIPTION:Take 5% Off all signed agreements on March 4th between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
URL:https://www.bal-env.com/event/sign-your-landscape-management-agreement/
LOCATION:Balanced Environments
CATEGORIES:Balanced Enviroments, Inc. Reminders
ORGANIZER;CN="BE":MAILTO:info@bal-env.com
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