Open Books :: Make The Case 2011

At Make The Case, Open Books’ first annual bookcase decorating event, teams of local literacy supporters will gather at Enclave to compete for fame and glory as they change standard 3-shelf bookcases into stand-alone marvels themed on the POWER of used books.

Non-competitors will cheer on the teams, enjoy food, drinks, and tunes (spun by Karl Almaria and Doug Black), vote for their favorite bookcase, and visit the award-winning Open Books store (right next door) for special sales on used books to support literacy in Chicago.

At the conclusion of the evening, distinguished judges Amy Guth, Jonathan Messinger, and Patrick Somerville will award prizes based on creativity, execution, and fidelity to the theme.

The following week, Open Books will fill the bookcases and donate them to partner nonprofit organizations across the city.

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(and send it to everyone you know!)

Questions? Want to help? Let us know!
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312.475.1355 x151

Friday, May 13
6 - 9 pm
Enclave
213 W. Institute

Map | Public Transit | Parking

1 block north of Chicago+Franklin
on the Brown / Purple lines.

Get Your Tickets

Tickets are $35 each and include entry to Make The Case, a chance to vote for the People's Choice winner, appetizers, drinks, a raffle ticket, shopping privileges at the Bizarre Bazaar, and a discount coupon to the Open Books store.

$35 each. Get yours now!

Cheer For A Team

Nine incredible teams will be vying for fame and prizes, and your vote counts! Get to know our amazing casemakers and the charities their cases will go to.

Team Resources
	Rules and Regulations Open Books will provide: a selection of decorating/embellishing supplies including gems, pompoms, tassels, mod podge, hot glue guns, etc. Teams can bring: their own decorating supplies within reason (no power tools, saws, spray paint, etc.) and are welcome to prepare anything in advance and bring it to the event. Teams must: sign up before April 30, 2011 and arrive at Enclave by 5:30 on May 13, 2011. All team members must be 21 or older. Judging: The bookcase should be decorated using the theme Reading, Writing, and the Power of Used Books. The bookcase can be altered and added to; however, at the conclusion of the event, it must be a functional 3-shelf bookcase. Judges will decide on a winner based on three criteria: 1) Fidelity to the theme Reading, Writing, and the Power of Used Books 2) Creativity. Is the design imaginative and original? Did the team use interesting materials to express the theme? Will the bookcase promote excitement about reading and writing? 3) Execution. Was the team able to finish decorating the bookcase? Did the team effectively carry out its design plans? Is the bookcase decorated in such a way that its embellishment is long-lasting?
	Creative Ideas This is by no means a comprehensive list, just a set of suggestions to get you thinking! - Use decoupage to apply decorative paper, pictures, stickers, or fabric - Affix strings of beads, sequins, jewels, yarn for texture - Employ stencils for patterns and borders - Attach wood cutouts or shaped foam core to add dimension - Apply color with paint pens and acrylic or puffy paint

Place An Ad

Spread the word and support the cause! The Make The Case program/ad book has space for your business card, half-page, or full-page ad placements. Show your support for your favorite team or promote your business!

To reserve your ad space, email:
[email protected].

Business Card Size	3.5" w x 2" h	$50
Half Page	4.5" w x 3.25" h	$75
Full Page	4.5" w x 7.5" h	$100

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