River North's Jingle & Mingle Holiday Party

There's no better time to celebrate the holidays than at "River North's Jingle & Mingle Holiday Party," hosted by the River North Business Association (RNBA) from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2 at The James Hotel (55 E. Ontario St., Chicago; 312-337-1000). The holiday celebration features a live pianist from The Redhead Piano Bar, as well as Dickens-era carolers and a classic cocktail bar presented by Templeton Rye whiskey. Tickets for the event are $40 in advance and $50 at the door, and can be purchased by calling the RNBA office at (312) 645-1047 or visiting www.rivernorthassociation.com. The event is open to the public.

There will be opportunities to win a variety of prizes, including weekend packages featuring tickets to the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks, and event passes and hotel stays. Passed appetizers and an open bar are included in the price of admission. "River North's Jingle & Mingle Holiday Party" sponsors include: The Redhead Piano Bar, The James Hotel, Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc., Erie-LaSalle Body Shop and Car Care Center, Templeton Rye whiskey, KaBloom Flowers, Goose Island Brewery and Kurman Communications, Inc.

About River North Business Association:
The River North Business Association was founded in 1981 and quickly became a force in the community, representing businesses and providing member services to help them succeed. The RNBA hopes to preserve a community environment that will provide a high quality of life for all who live, work and visit River North. For more information on the participating businesses and their discount offers, visit www.rivernorthassocation.com or call (312) 645-1047.