From the Editor

BY JOAN S. PECK

Having St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as the cover of this edition of Chic Compass magazine brings your attention to the issue of health at this time in our history like none other. For many of us, we are still surviving COVID-19, while others are challenging and fighting other health issues. Bringing this to the forefront highlights greater awareness and appreciation for what is in place to help others heal and overcome their illnesses and diseases. And this is what this issue of Chic Compass magazine is all about… gratitude.

Once again, our multi-talented writers have done a splendid job bringing us stories that demonstrate our willingness to help others, do what we do best, and enjoy all that life has to offer.

On the health side, there is a heart-warming and inspiring article regarding St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which wouldn’t exist without founder Danny Thomas’ outstanding goal and financial contribution of treating for free those children who have cancer. We also share with you two foundations created and run by Orianne Collins and have an article on the non-profit Best Friends Animal Society that helps save our four-legged cat and dog besties.

On the lighter side, we celebrate our ability to travel, dine out, and be entertained. You will find an article about many of the fabulous and noteworthy restaurants in New Orleans talking about so many lip-smacking items that will make you drool and race to your nearest favorite restaurant to indulge in fine eating. How did Boston become part of Las Vegas? Find out here. At long last, Resorts World has completed! June 24th was its opening, and once you read about all that Resorts World encompasses, it will blow your mind!

Chic Compass magazine shares with you articles about Ballet 120, an innovative ballet company here in Las Vegas that is putting its own spin on classical dancing and Legends in Concert, the longest-running production on the Strip. Classic Styles in fashion are always in, especially if it’s black and white … and sometimes with a splash of color. The designs of David Tupaz always stand out as a favorite among our readers, and he doesn’t disappoint.

There is so much more to share with you. Jamie Hosmer continues to create outstanding podcasts, and we offer many exciting blogs from some of our newest writers. Catch up with Jamie and our writers on all our social media sites. I can’t wait for you to see what’s inside this edition of Chic Compass magazine. As you read each piece, I hope that you enjoy it as much as we did to create it for you. Enjoy!

Joan S. Peck