December 5th: First Thursday Event, Cause for Kids

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  We are honored to be working with Causes for Kids (C4K) at our 1st Thursday Event on December 5th. There will be a one-night-only silent auction filled with goods donated by our artists. All proceeds from the event will be donated to C4K. Catering for the event will include smokey chicken skewers with dip, […]

October 3rd First Thursday Event!

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October 3rd First Thursday Event!

Choice is…powerful. Choice is…potential. Choice is…a mindset. Choice is…education. Choice is…having options. On October 3rd, you are invited to come & draw, paint, tell stories, and share how the power of having choices has influenced your life in a celebration honoring the work of L’Ecole de Choix School of Choice in Haiti.

September 5th First Thursday Event!

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September 5th First Thursday Event!

  Join Fortunate Discoveries on Thursday, September 5th for our monthly First Thursday Event! Guests are invited to enjoy extended business hours, wine, and gorgeous jewelry from Tony Dobrowolski! Tony Dobrowolski – Received an MFA in Design and Technical Theatre from The Ohio State University in 1977.He designed sets and costumes as an Assistant Professor […]

Pocket Poppet Launch Party!

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Pocket Poppet Launch Party!

Click here to check out the Pocket Poppet How to video!  

First Thursday Event June 6th

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First Thursday Event June 6th

On Thursday, June 6th Fortunate Discoveries had their monthly First Thursday event! This month guests were serenaded by music from George Flynn,  an international composer and pianist, as well as by pianist Sid Samberg, and Leila Bowie, a classically trained opera singer! Guests also enjoyed treats, beverages and were able to see what new artists […]

Kid-Friendly Art from a Local Designer

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Kid-Friendly Art from a Local Designer   May 29, 2013   Local graphic designer Marjie Best of Studio Best Design has created an adorable line of limited edition prints and pillows that integrate elements of original art and collage to perk up any kid’s room.“I draw each image with meticulous attention to detail, then color, […]

Fortunate Discoveries One Year Anniversary

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Fortunate Discoveries One Year Anniversary

On Thursday, May 2nd Fortunate Discoveries their one year birthday with a party! Guests enjoyed the celebration with wine, hors d’oeuvres, and a book signing from painter & photographer Larry W Green! Thanks to all that came out to help Fortunate Discoveries along with the artists and designers who have called Armitage their home for the […]

March 4th First Thursday at Fortunate Discoveries

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March 4th First Thursday at Fortunate Discoveries

First Thursdays came back to Lincoln Park on March 4th and were a success at Fortunate Discoveries! Guests enjoyed great art, the launch of Common Thread along with CALM Skin Care’s new makeup line. Guests were also entered in a raffle to win a great bench courtesy of Fortunate Discoveries all while having great snacks!

Julie Kramer & Tania Rodamilans at the Spring Forward LPMA Fashion Show

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On Thursday, April 11th, 2013 the Lincoln Park Merchants Association held their Spring Forward Fashion Show at Essentia. Fortunate Discoveries featured designs from Julie Kramer and Tania Rodamilans in the fashion show. LPMA Spring Forward Fashion Show from Fame Production Group on Vimeo.