On August 9, Magellan traded business casual and hard hats for blue jeans to celebrate one of Chicago’s favorite cultural events — the Old Town School of Folk Music’s annual Blue Jean Gala. As a Premier Sponsor, we joined hundreds of guests for an evening that blended great food, lively conversation, and a roof-raising performance from hometown legends Wilco.

The night kicked off with a roaming feast from beloved neighborhood restaurants, followed by a warm and witty welcome from Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! host Peter Sagal. Old Town School CEO devotees joined the Palm Court Strut before Wilco took the stage and delivered the kind of set that made everyone feel “right here, right now.”

We were proud to host 16 friends and partners at our seats —and prouder still to help raise over $1.2 million to support Old Town School’s mission of bringing people together to learn, create, and share in the joy of music and dance.

From sports arenas to community stages, Magellan backs the organizations that make Chicagoland vibrant. The Blue Jean Gala proved once again that when music, generosity, and community come together, the result is unforgettable.

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