Go behind the scenes of the JOFFREY BALLET’s most enchanting performances with the Joffrey Studio Series—an interactive virtual season. Highlights include the world premiere of Bolero, a new 30-minute work by Joffrey Artist Yoshihisa Arai, performed and streamed live from the Joffrey’s Gerald Arpino Black Box Theatre at 7 p.m. on February 12; Stage Notes, featuring commentary by company artists overlaid on classic Joffrey archival footage; and On Cue, a video podcast series of interviews about the arts by the professionals who know it best. joffrey.org/studioseries

The founder of a successful children’s clothing line, author of an influential parenting blog, and mother of five children, Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece is constantly asked how she manages to do it all—raise her kids and run her business while leading an active social life. So many of these queries— about proper etiquette for children in our fast-paced, technology-centered world—led her to recognize the need for a modern handbook on children’s manners. MANNERS BEGIN AT BREAKFAST: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO MODERN ETIQUETTE FOR CHILDREN addresses rules of etiquette, including basic table manners, social media, fashion dos and don’ts, and party conversation. Illustrated with charming, specially commissioned watercolors and written in a lively, conversational style, it’s the perfect book to start the new year. mariechantal.com

Chef PAUL VIRANT, owner of Western Springs’ Vie Restaurant, Hinsdale’s Vistro, and Chicago-based Gaijin, kicked off the holiday season preparing delicious meals with volunteers at Union Church in Hinsdale. The 100 meals that Chef Virant and the volunteers prepared were delivered to clients of DuPagePads—a nonprofit dedicated to providing individuals with food and shelter. Many of the nonprofit’s clients have been housed in hotels for more than seven months due to the pandemic, so the expertly prepared meals warmed their temporary homes. Although, this was the inaugural cooking event with Union Church, Chef Virant plans to work with organizers twice per year to give back to the local community. dupagepads.org; paulvirant.com; hinsdale.church

New York fashion designer ROSIE ASSOULIN dresses notebooks, notecards, and writing paper with her signature vivid hues in collaboration with British stationery brand Papier. The hand-painted designs are inspired by Rosie’s original watercolor prints used in her fashion collections. Think vibrant paisley patterns, freeing brushstrokes, and fresh florals to spark joy at your desk at home. The brand aligns with Rosie’s sustainable ethos— all Papier paper is sourced from FSC certified forests and the products are all made-to-order meaning minimal stock and emissions. papier.com

Despite the pandemic, the party continued for WELLNESS HOUSE BALL‘s annual fundraiser— this year in small gatherings. More than 500 supporters gathered in small groups around the Chicago area and beyond at parties hosted by donors, board members, and community members. Hosted by Allison and Rob Knuepfer III, and Kerstin and Geoff Regnery, the beloved nonprofit connected attendees via a livestreamed program and meaningful video featuring Wellness House participants and their transition to online programing during COVID-19, produced by Maureen Muldoon. An impressive more than $425,000 was raised during the evening. wellnesshouse.org