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In February, Chicago's Joffrey Ballet held a girly ladies lunch with pampering stations, pink champagne, and long-stemmed roses handed out by male staffers.
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To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Real Simple magazine held public demos in Chicago's Union Station in April, where experts offered tips on topics such as hairstyling and table setting.
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In August, Lara Shriftman, partner at public relations and event agency Harrison & Shriftman, held her annual Girl's Party in Miami, offering guests a day of beauty, shopping, dining, and gifting.
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