The sound of birds chirping and a slightly warmer air coming off Lake Michigan reminds us that spring has sprung around Chicago. Now is the time to embrace the freshness of the season and venture out into the city where everything from the arts and culture scene to cuisine and cocktails are in bloom once […]
It’s been five years since the Lyric Opera of Chicago has held its popular wine auction, dubbed by Wine Spectator as “one of the 15 best charity wine auctions in the country.” The last one, held in 2018, raised $2.2 million to support the opera company’s general operations, plus Lyric Unlimited, the company’s learning and […]
Whether you’re celebrating Women’s History Month; the traditions of St. Patrick’s Day; or merely the resurgence of spring, Chicagoland is blossoming with events and celebrations of community, food, art and more — for everyone. For those who patiently waited for the winter blues to pass, the time has come to explore the city once again. […]
New year, new you? New year, new adventure? No matter what you have your sights set on in 2023, it’s never been a better time to explore what’s new in Chicago and the suburbs, from new museum exhibits and classes to new shows and live theatre, to new bites and sips at Chicago restaurants. Sound […]
If you look beyond the glitz and champagne, New Year’s Eve is about being together as we toast to new beginnings. Whether you’re celebrating at home or want to make it a night out to remember, here’s where to ring in 2023 around Chicago, including ways to recover deliciously on New Year’s Day. Outings for […]
If you are looking to give a truly special gift this holiday season, you are in luck. Wanting to give back during the holidays, Universal Music Group (UMG) has launched Music 4 Good, a charity auction in partnership with Charitybuzz. 100% of net proceeds will benefit nonprofits making a difference in communities around the world, […]
If you are looking to give a truly special gift this holiday season, you are in luck. Wanting to give back during the holidays, Universal Music Group (UMG) has launched Music 4 Good, a charity auction in partnership with Charitybuzz. 100% of net proceeds will benefit nonprofits making a difference in communities around the world, […]
Chicago will officially flip the switch on the holiday season this weekend during the Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, kicking off the most wonderful time of the year in the Windy City. A 31-year tradition, the weekend-long holiday celebration includes family-friendly, free festivities from a ceremonial tree lighting to America’s third-largest parade, grand marshaled by […]
Lyric Opera of Chicago commemorated the opening of its 68th season by holding its annual gala in a familiar yet surprising location: inside its famed and glorious opera house. It was the first time in the company’s lengthy history it has held its yearly fundraising event inside the artistic venue. It all happened on September […]
Dear readers, not to alarm you, but our precious days of summertime Chicago are slyly approaching their end. When the twinge of fall air sweeps across the city, that can only mean that the roll-out of autumnal activities is soon to follow. But lovers of summer needn’t worry — as we straddle both this season […]
