Lake Michigan shines as Chicago’s brilliant blue jewel. The fifth-largest lake in the world, at 307 miles long by 118 miles wide, and with a shoreline reaching 1,640 miles, on a good day this gem of a great lake rivals any ocean. Make a point to appreciate the Third Coast this summer by embarking on […]
This weekend, don’t miss two festivals, the beginning of a new season at Ravinia, a play making its Chicago debut, and a book and wine event hosted by a favorite local bookstore. “Guards at the Taj” Opens May 31 Chicago Steppenwolf Theatre Company will present the Chicago premiere of “Guards at the Taj,” written by […]
Observe Memorial Day this weekend at the Pritzker Military Museum & Library and at events throughout the city. Multiple exhibits (both new and old) will also open in the Chicago area, and the Chicago Dogs will begin play in Rosemont. The Science Behind Pixar Opens May 24 Chicago Pixar fans will now be able to […]
Looking for a new novel to start over Memorial Day weekend? Reading a book about war might sound like a depressing way to spend your precious leisure time, but war has always been an unfortunate part of the human experience. From Ancient Greece to Afghanistan, people have perished fighting for their country or their cause, […]
The start of summer marks the beginning of a new and exciting blockbuster summer movie season. From action films and comedies to musicals and thrillers, this summer’s lineup will give you plenty of opportunities to beat the heat by enjoying the thrill and chill of the theater. Life of the Party (Now Playing) The hilarious Melissa […]
Festival season is here! This weekend, don’t miss Chocolate Fest in Long Grove, Lincoln Park Wine Festival, or the Skokie Festival of Cultures. Plus, enjoy Central Street Evanston’s annual Art Walk and a new exhibit at the Chicago Children’s Museum. And if you’re hosting a royal wedding watch party, here’s everything you need to know […]
Celebrate Mom all weekend long with an art market in Chicago, two shopping events, the opening of a favorite annual exhibit at Chicago Botanic Garden, and free mimosas in Winnetka. Friday Art Markets at Daley Plaza May 11 Chicago Starting this weekend, roughly 75 juried artists will showcase jewelry, sculptures, paintings, and more at Daley […]
Trauma can destroy lives, yet some people not only survive trauma, but they also bounce back to thrive and grow. For more than a decade, Evanston-based journalist Mark Miller, a nationally recognized expert on retirement and aging, has researched and written about what motivates people to reinvent their lives. His new book, “Jolt: Stories of […]
There are plenty of ways to enjoy the Kentucky Derby in Chicago this weekend, but you can also say hello to May by going salsa dancing, playing catch at the new home of the Chicago Dogs, running (or walking) for humanity, and enjoying two family-friendly festivals. Salsa and Salsa Night May 4 Lake Forest Before […]
The Chicago Sky selected guard Diamond DeShields and forward Gabby Williams with the third and fourth overall picks in the 2018 WNBA Draft, which was held at the Nike New York Headquarters. DePaul guard and Bolingbrook, Illinois, native Amarah Coleman was also picked up by the team in the third round of the draft with […]
