Self Made

Vince Lawrence, President of Slang MusicGroup joins WEEKENDSwithWHITNEY to share his exciting and talented life with all of our viewers.

W3! feels so honored to have the opportunity to delve into the life and style of one of the music industry's greatest talents.

Vince starts the story of his life by giving us a tour of where he lives and works.  Check out where all the "magic" happens!

Whitney even gets to "make a beat" with Vince Lawrence himself.  How do you think she'll do?  Do you think she has what it takes?  Let us know your thoughts on our Facebook or Twitter!

That's not all!  Vince also fills us in on the music artists he has worked with, how he obtained platinum albums and his biggest accomplishments (can you guess what they are?).


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Salute the Troops

Join WEEKENDSwithWHITNEY at Harry Caray's Tavern at Navy Pier as we SALUTE THE TROOPS!   

Vanessa Lenski, manager of Harry Caray's, discusses how their restaurant is dedicated to saluting the troops every day and how their menu reflects an All-American Menu.

But first, Jennifer Hall starts the show off right with her beautiful rendition of the American Anthem.

We also have an Iraqi War Veteran, Melissa Stockwell, on the show to share the challenges of being a war veteran and the journey soldiers take to protect our country, everyday.  Melissa is also a world champion ParaTriathlete and a motivational speaker.

Chaplain (CPT) Oluwatoyin O. Hines from the Illinois National Guard explains his involvement with the Wounded Warrior Ministry and Partners in Care. 

Find out how our heroes are cared for and how you can help them as well!

Join W3! as we celebrate our country and our heroes as we Salute the Troops!

***Watch W3! EVERY Saturday and Sunday at 12pm on NBC Chicago Nonstop!***If you're not in the Chicagoland area check out www.weekendswithwhitney.com to never miss an episode! Also, for the latest news and updates follow us on at @WeekendsWhitney on Twitter!***

Child Abuse

One Hope United is an amazing organization who's sole purpose is to help the children and the youth of the world.

Marco Foster is the first guest on this amazing episode.  He discusses the personal connections with the One Hope organization and how he wants to raise child abuse awareness and why he is an advocate for this truly important cause.

Mark McHugh, the Executive Director of One Hope United shares with all of us the several important aspects of the organization and how their mission to help children is on-going cause that they are proud to support.

Whitney talks with Liza Simon-Roper, a supervisor from One Hope United, about the various types of abuse.  Most people are familiar with the aspect of physical abuse, but unfortunately it is a lot more than just recognizing a child has bumps and bruises on their body.  

Liza explains how to recognize abuse in many different forms and how to go about helping the child who is being abused.

In this very serious episode of WEEKENDSwithWHITNEY we also interview Adrienne Patterson-Greene who shares some real life child abuse case studies and how One Hope United has helped!

This is a can't miss episode so be sure to stay tuned. 

***Watch W3! EVERY Saturday and Sunday at 12pm on NBC Chicago Nonstop!***If you're not in the Chicagoland area check out www.weekendswithwhitney.com to never miss an episode! Also, for the latest news and updates follow us on at @WeekendsWhitney on Twitter!***

Mother's Day Special!

"All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother."  - Abraham Lincoln

Even Lincoln knew how important a mother is to us all.  WEEKENDSwithWHITNEY is celebrating Mother's Day the only way we know how...in style!

We have Shelle Jewelers on the show to discuss the hot trends in jewelry this season and even traditions they have seen throughout their years dealing with Mother's Day gifts.  Shelle Jewelers not only has amazing jewelry but they are dedicated to making their customers as happy with their jewelry as possible.  Because of this goal they also are experts and customizing your pieces!

Shelle Jewelers also tells how they are partnering up with Carrie Ella Handbags to give one very special mother a gift this Mother's Day.

Carrie Carmichael, from Carrie Ella Handbags and My Dream Bag Boutique, talks about her custom line of couture handbags that are reasonably priced and surprisingly are great no matter your age or style!  Carrie brings traditional high end luxury that bridges generational gaps in style!

That's not all W3! has in store for you we have a surprise PLUS Whitney, herself, shares her Mother's Day memories!

***Watch W3! EVERY Saturday and Sunday at 12pm on NBC Chicago Nonstop!***If you're not in the Chicagoland area check out www.weekendswithwhitney.com to never miss an episode! Also, for the latest news and updates follow us on at @WeekendsWhitney on Twitter!***