2nd Annual Halo Awards
Event Information
Description
The Halo Awards is a first-of-its-kind Grammy-style event celebrating scientists for their tireless pursuit of cures and treatments that help people live better lives. This is not your typical award show.
At the Halo Awards, the scientist is celebrity.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
6 - 7pm: Cocktail Reception
Science-inspired "edible"cocktails from James Beard-nominated and former NEXT and Alinea chef Jenner Tomaska
7 - 9pm: Main Event
Hosted by Lisa Allen of 101.9 "The Mix"
Ensemble rendition of "Once in My Life" by composer David Carter and performed by the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra
Performance by rock star scientist and cancer researcher Tom Gajewski with actual rock star and cancer survivor Jenny Conlee of The Decembrists
9 - 10pm: Awards After-Party
Complimentary cocktails and craft beers