The Bay Area’s obituary as a cultural beacon has been written many times of late. While the underlying issues—gentrification and affordable housing—that spawn these missives are undeniable, it is absurd to suggest that Bay Area culture has gone extinct. The evidence to the contrary is extensive, from doo-wop rocker Shannon Shaw to the hip hop […]
Celebrate Dad all weekend long with a Pride Month event at Shedd Aquarium, a craft beer tasting at Lincoln Park Zoo, a Latin arts and music festival at Navy Pier, two can’t-miss food fests, and more. Shedd Pride Night June 14 Chicago This after-hours event will feature pop-up animal encounters, a DJ, food, a special […]
It’s day two of summer break and I already heard the terrifying words no parent wants to hear: “I’m bored.” How do you keep the dreaded summer boredom at bay? Pushing the kids to play outside, scheduling playdates, and planning trips to the movies can only go so far — sometimes it helps to have […]
Treat your family to a special VIP show and dinner this summer! Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. The four-ticket package is designed to give your family a truly unique experience. Each ticket includes: A three-course pre-fixe meal at Drew’s on Halsted Premium seat Complimentary pre-show beverage […]
From weekend getaways to family vacations, however you decide to enjoy a break this summer, a book is the perfect travel companion. Whether you’re lounging on the beach or curled up in your favorite reading nook, these five page-turners will keep you engrossed during those long lazy summer days. The Flatshare Beth O’Leary Meet Tiffy […]
This weekend is all about festivals, from a food truck social to a can’t-miss experience for book lovers. Plus, celebrate Pride Month with a new series from ComedySportz Chicago. Josh Groban June 7 Highland Park Josh Groban brings his Bridges Tour to Ravinia on June 7, and you’ll receive his newest album with your ticket […]
Discovering that your partner has cheated on you is probably near the top of everyone’s “worst nightmare” list, but what if you found out in front of your closest group of friends? And what if at the same time you were finding out, so was everyone in your neighborhood? In 2015, that scenario played out […]
Amgen Oncology has teamed up with local Chicago artists to bring science to life through hand-drawn, 3D chalk art installations throughout the city, timed to the upcoming American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting at McCormick Place May 31 to June 4, 2019. Amgen Oncology will be highlighting how unique science can make a […]
Filmmaker Frances Reid recounts her experience documenting the first March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights in 1979.
From family-friendly music festivals to food fests serving up delicious fare, here are five Chicago area festivals to check out this summer. Pride Month Throughout June This year, Pride Month is jam-packed with nearly a hundred different political, social, and cultural happenings reflecting the important influence of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community. Chicago’s Boystown was America’s first […]
