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Weddings, corporate parties, venues, music and everything we've learned running events across Chicagoland.
Event Tips · February 19, 2020
Why You Should Hire Professionals to Take Care of Your Wedding
Their wedding is one of the biggest moments in most people's lives. Joining two individuals in matrimony is an incredibly significant event, especially for the couple involved. If you're approaching this moment, you already have enough on your mind. Why not hire some professionals to take care of the details for you? Take the Stress [ ]
Event Tips · February 18, 2020
How to Organize Parking for Your Private Event
When it comes to hosting your own private event, there are more than enough things to keep you preoccupied. However, safety must always be the number one priority. Often, this begins the moment guests pull up into the parking lot at your venue. Here are some of the most important things to keep in mind [ ]
Real Events · January 19, 2020
Kristina and Tim's Wedding at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
DJ Paul Michaels and assistant Michael were recently honored to celebrate with Kristina and Tim for their wedding at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel. Kristina and Tim held their wedding ceremony earlier in the day at Second Presbyterian Church in Chicago. Later in the day when they arrived at the reception venue, the room was [ ]
Wedding Tips · December 19, 2019
What to Look for in a Getaway Car For an Outdoor Wedding
Planning for your wedding is likely one of the most exciting moments of your life. While exciting, the innumerable factors to consider can also make this time somewhat stressful. Because of this, some couples choose to go with the standard options for many aspects of their wedding, without giving a thought to what they truly [ ]
Real Events · December 1, 2019
Sara and Michael's Wedding at Cog Hill Golf Club in Lemont
Been a minute since we've been to Cog Hill Golf Club DJ Trois and DJ Paul Michaels were able to rock out at an awesome wedding and wedding reception at Cog Hill Golf Club in Lemont with Sara and Michael and their families and friends. This was our first time at Cog Hill for Paul [ ]
Event Tips · October 14, 2019
Planning a Catering Service for Your Wedding
The process of planning your wedding can be one of the most exciting yet challenging times of the whole experience. Understandably, you want the very best for your special night. One of the most challenging tasks is selecting the right catering service for your wedding. How to Select a Caterer One of the most important [ ]
Real Events · October 14, 2019
Hillary and Jeff's Wedding at Bartlett Hills Golf Club Event Venue
For Paul, it's always an honor to provide his top tier Chicago wedding DJ services for a friend from college! DJ Paul Michaels and assistant Michael were recently honored to work the wedding for Jeff and Hillary at Bartlett Hills Golf Club Event Venue. Paul met Jeff at Bradley University where they both went to [ ]
Real Events · October 9, 2019
Dj'ing the Joliet Central HS Homecoming 2019
The party never stops at Joliet Central High School, and that’s exactly what we experienced providing our DJ services for their Homecoming Dance. From the moment we started providing our tasty mashups and tunes, the room became energized, and so did the students .who seemed to stay on the dance floor the entire night. Once they [ ]
Real Events · October 3, 2019
Chicago Christian HS 2019: High School Dance DJs Chicago
It was a pleasure to be invited back to Palos Heights, IL to provide our services at Chicago Christian High school's Homecoming dance. We were extremely excited about heading back out there as our last experience providing our High School Dance DJ services ended on a very high note. These guys love to dance, and [ ]
Real Events · October 3, 2019
Martha and Jean-Alexis's Wedding at the Metropolitan Club in the Willis Tower
Just last weekend we had the opportunity to DJ for an awesome couple, Martha and Jean-Alexis for their wedding at the Metropolitan Club at the Willis Tower. Jean-Alexi is from France, and was lucky enough to have so many of his family and close friends be able to make the trip to Chicago for their [ ]
Real Events · October 1, 2019
Amber and Corey's Wedding at Columbus Park Refectory in Chicago
In late September, Amber and Corey held their wedding at the Columbus Park Refectory in Chicago. Columbus Park Refectory is a beautiful landmark showcasing Spanish-influenced architecture, arched entryways, and more, which makes it a very popular destination for weddings. Since both the ceremony, and cocktail hour were planned to be held outdoors, the couple was [ ]
Event Tips · September 29, 2019
Catherine and Drew’s Wedding at Pinstripes in Streeterville Downtown Chicago
Only two weeks since our last wedding at Pinstripes in Streeterville, and we’re back again to celebrate Catherine and Drew’s Wedding! Catherine and Drew came to us almost a year before their wedding (one week short of a year) as a referral from the venue due to our great track record there. We talked with [ ]
Real Events · September 27, 2019
Melanie and Anthony's Wedding at the Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel in Rosemont
In Mid September we were able to help bring Melanie and Anthony’s perfect wedding to fruition. They held the wedding at the Loews O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont. We met Melanie and Anthony back in September (2019) at the Bridal Expo Chicago bridal show at Drury Lane. Right when we met them we knew we had [ ]
Real Events · September 20, 2019
Michelle and Zach's Wedding at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
On September 7th, Michelle and Zach celebrated their matrimony in a night no one will forget. They held the Wedding at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel. DJ Ian and DJ Brian were on hand to provide audio and music for the beautiful ceremony, as well as curate the party during dinner and dancing. We were [ ]
Event Tips · September 15, 2019
What You Need to Know About Catering Alcohol for Your Corporate Event
When you are charged with the task of putting together a corporate event, either as a one-off or because it is your career, a lot of components go into making the event a success. The menu, amenities and guest list are all items that must be checked and crossed off your to-do list. As you [ ]
Real Events · September 12, 2019
Agata and Rui's Wedding at the Redfield Estate in Glenview, IL
In August, DJ Terry was able to take our Chicago based Dj services to help Agata and Rui celebrate their wedding at the beautiful Redfield Estate in Glenview, IL. The bride, being Polish was able to bring a lot of her family members from Poland, while the groom (Rui) was able to have a lot [ ]
Real Events · September 9, 2019
Taylor and JP's Wedding at Northfork Farm in Oswego Illinois
What an incredible wedding! Last weekend DJ Paul Michaels and Assistant Evan celebrated with Taylor and JP for their rustic wedding at Northfork Farm in Oswego, IL. It was an excellent event and we were honored and proud to have provided our entertainment and wedding DJ services. We've worked at Northfork Farm a few times [ ]
Real Events · August 20, 2019
Deborah and Kristian's Wedding at Pinstripes in Downtown Chicago
Recently we were able to work at one of our preferred venues downtown Chicago for Deborah and Kristian’s wedding at Pinstripes in Downtown Chicago. We started with the couple's wedding ceremony, officiated by the groom's father, and then we moved into the cocktail hour portion of the evening. This was held at a beautiful bar [ ]
Real Events · July 24, 2019
Wear Blue Run to Remember Gala at the Union League Club in Chicago
The Wear Blue: Run to Remember Organization held their Annual Gala on July 19 at Chicago’s Legendary Union League Club in Downtown Chicago. We here at Paul Michaels Events had the honor of providing Dj and entertainment services for the evening. This organization takes on the incredibly challenging, but incredibly wonderful tasks of providing support [ ]
Real Events · July 23, 2019
Sarah and Paul's Wedding at The Greenhouse Loft: Chicago Wedding Djs
We Love Dj'ing Weddings and Receptions #CallUsTheCrossleys Sarah and Paul were wed on July 6 at the beautiful Greenhouse Loft in Chicago. Paul Michaels Events had the esteemed pleasure of providing services for their ceremony as well as the reception. This was a very unique venue, smaller than we are used to and with much [ ]
Real Events · July 22, 2019
Chicago Pride Parade with KPMG
Happy Pride, KPMG! Paul Michaels Events recently was asked to provide full sound reinforcement for KPMG on top of their double-decker bus for Chicago's 50th annual Pride Parade. If you're not familiar which we don't know why you wouldn't be, the parade takes place through the Boystown neighborhood in the City. It is definitely not a [ ]
Real Events · July 18, 2019
We DJ'd at a Baseball Game: The Keshet Organization's Last Game of the Season
Play Ball!! Every once in a while, we here at Paul Michaels Events like to switch things up a bit. Yep, sometimes it’s nice to get a break from the formal events, and providing Dj services at a casual event, has its own rewards especially when it serves a heartwarming purpose. Where kind of casual event [ ]
Real Events · July 17, 2019
Steven and Peter's Wedding at the Westin O'Hare in Rosemont
30 years together, and 10 years married! We had the esteemed pleasure of providing entertainment services for Stephen and Peter on June 22. They were celebrating their 10-year wedding anniversary (30 years together) at the Westin O’Hare in Rosemont. Appropriately, this took place the weekend before Chicago’s Pride festival. It was a beautiful sight to [ ]
Real Events · July 11, 2019
Malachi's Bar Mitzvah at Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse in River North Downtown Chicago
Mazel Tov Malachi! Our A-Team for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs in Chicago recently partied with Malachi and his family and friends at Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse in River North. Malachi did an awesome job reciting his Torah portions earlier in the day at Emanuel Congregation. As a result, some celebrations were definitely in order! As [ ]
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