
Black-and-white photos of the five students honored at the Children's Defense Fund's 22nd annual gala served as the backdrop on stage.
Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages

“Credit cards" featured the contributors’ social media handles, so that the guests could tag or “credit” the artists in their posts.
Photo: Alisa Tongg
Clark Avenue Snack Display

The second Chicago-theme menu is Nuts on Clark, a summer-inspired display that offers popcorn, nuts, and more as an homage to Clark Avenue, which is two blocks from Wrigley Field. The display offers a variety of popcorn toppings and mix-ins including caramel, chocolate, and garlic olive oil, candy and nuts, and flavored seasonings including ranch, cheddar, and sriracha. Beverages include bottles of Americana-brand flavored soda.
Photo: Meg Baggott