When the great Yiddish author Sholom Aleichem created Tevye the Dairyman in a series of short stories first published in 1884, he never could have imagined that 80 years on, Tevye would become an iconic character of stage and screen. It nearly didn’t happen, because some producers originally considered the story and characters of Fiddler […]
Fans of the bestselling 1996 Nicholas Sparks novel, “The Notebook,” will soon have their chance to experience a stage rendition of the beloved story. The tale of of love, loss and reunion is getting its world premiere theatrical debut Sept. 6 at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. While most audiences are familiar with the 2004 film, […]
The Women’s Board of Lincoln Park Zoo invited revelers to don their finest black-tie attire and soar to the Zoo Ball annual fundraiser on July 15, which took place under a big tent set in the middle of the zoo’s stunning grounds. Themed “Birds of Paradise,” this year’s event paid homage to the Puerto Rican […]
Break up your everyday routine with a dose of summer merriment this August. With a number of inaugural events and others that support local organizations, it’s never too late to start new traditions that benefit you and the community. Whether it takes you to the suburbs or the heart of the city, you are sure […]
July — one of the hottest months of the year, a time for us to celebrate American Independence Day and the perfect opportunity for you to venture into the city and seize the summer. With our list — that covers everything from theatre to nature conservation, from fireworks to art festivals — we are certain […]
This year will mark the 37th year that the Printers Row Lit Fest has graced the charming streets of the South Loop. Among some of the city’s best preserved historic buildings, book worms can come to bask in the greatness of the Chicago literary scene — from Saturday, Sept. 10 to Sunday, Sept. 11, 10am […]
Color Factory Chicago is back and staying for good this time. On June 17, the museum is opening their doors and immersing Chicagoans in art and color that engage all the senses. The reopening will include 15 beautiful new installations and exciting artist partnerships across 25,000 square feet in the Willis Tower. “We love Chicago […]
When you look out on Lake Michigan this weekend, June 18 -19, you just might spot some white sails down near the Loop. That’s because the U.S. Sail Grand Prix at Navy Pier will be boldly setting sail for a weekend of racing and spectating. In a year of firsts — such as this being […]
There are so many impactful nonprofits around Chicago and the suburbs doing critical work to serve our communities and they are always looking for volunteers and donations. Here are just a few with specific needs you can help fill this month. For more deserving local nonprofits in need of your support, visit the Make It Better […]
Now that the gears of summer are finally in motion, the Chicagoland area is brimming with possibilities! This month we celebrate Pride Month, Juneteenth and Father’s Day — and we’ve got festivities surrounding all of those events and more covered in our round-up of the best things to do in Chicago and the North Shore […]
