A new exhibit will open at the Chicago History Museum this weekend and Historic Wagner Farm will host Baconfest. Plus, a new art show will open at Navy Pier, an improv troupe is set to perform at Gorton, and a fashion show will raise money for an Illinois Holocaust Museum committee. Spies, Traitors, Saboteurs: Fear […]
Looking for a place to escape within driving distance of the Chicago area? How about some family-friendly venues and destinations that support a “go green” initiative? These great getaways near Chicago are all within a five hour drive. Plus, find tips for reducing the carbon footprint of your travel at carbonfund.org. Going Green in Wisconsin […]
Looking for things to do in and around Chicago this weekend? Don’t miss an art exhibit in Glenview, a play in Glencoe, and shopping discounts in Lake Forest. Plus, Bernadette Peters returns to Chicago and a new season of Chicago’s First Lady river cruises begins. Dennis Downes Art Exhibit March 30 to April 2 Glenview Visit […]
Ace Hotel Chicago, scheduled to open in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood in September 2017, will donate 10 percent of its bookings revenue through mid-April to local charities that support Chicago’s youth, ultimately hoping to reach its $25,000 goal. Ace Hotel Chicago will work with Little Black Pearl, YCA and 826CHI during the launch of the hotel’s bookings. […]
If you’re still looking for things to do in Chicago this weekend, check out new exhibits at the Museum of Science and Industry, Adler Planetarium and Hyde Park Art Center. Plus, get a free heart health screening and take family photos that also give back. “Extreme Ice” Opens March 23 Chicago The Museum of Science […]
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a sustainable food festival, comedy show, new art exhibit or annual flower and garden show. Or, spend the weekend in Lake Geneva. Good Food Festival & Conference March 16-18 Chicago This annual festival, now in its 13th year, will feature speakers, panel discussions, cooking demonstrations, workshops and more about […]
In the United States, March — Women’s History Month — is dedicated to celebrating women who have, and continue to, change the world and break down barriers. Women are often left out of history books, but fortunately there are plenty of quality books that cover a variety of areas that women have been pioneering. Whether […]
As spring blooms, local stages are bursting with brand-new works of theater. March and April will be strong months for regional and world premieres. “Linda Vista” March 30 to May 21 Pulitzer- and Tony-winning playwright Tracy Letts is back at his home theater with another world premiere. His previous play, “Mary Page Marlowe,” was the […]
Give back this weekend by packing meals for hungry children, taking part in a St. Patrick’s Day-themed Polar Plunge, or watching a staged reading featuring cast members of Chicago Fire, Chicago Med and Chicago PD. Kids Against Hunger March 11 Winnetka Help The Volunteer Center and the Winnetka Rotary pack 100,000 meals for children in […]
It’s almost time for Best of 2017! But first, we want to hear from you. Please tell us who you think should be a Best of 2017 nominee. Please note that not every category is included here and nominating a business does not guarantee they will be included in final voting. If you would like […]
