A Better Chicago is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving education conditions in Chicago for children in low-income neighborhoods. On May 14th, they hosted their annual benefit at the UIC Forum. In addition to raising $1.7 million to benefit their grantee organizations, they unveiled a new strategic plan and launched their new website. There was also a […]
Chicago is the place to be this weekend with three can’t-miss festivals: Chicago Blues Festival, Ribfest Chicago and Old Town Art Fair. Or, stay in the suburbs for a wine tasting and family-friendly concert at Ravinia. Plus, find more events in our 99 Days of Summer, and don’t forget to take some time to vote […]
This is a great weekend for bookworms, who can shop a children’s book sale in Lake Forest before visiting the Printers Row Lit Fest to browse books and hear from favorite authors and celebrities. And if you’re a fan of festivals, don’t miss two tasty events in Chicago: Lincoln Park Greek Fest and Pilsen Food […]
‘Tis the season of festivals! This weekend, stop by the Do Division Street Fest for food, music, fashion and more before shopping the Millennium Art Festival. You can then end your weekend with a glass of wine at the new Lincoln Park Wine Festival. Kids will also love Glenview’s Kite Day, or you can support […]
Warm weather is back, and so is our 99 Days of Summer! Filled with new museum exhibits, wine tastings, concerts, festivals, kid-friendly activities and more, you’ll find something fun to do every day this summer. We’ve even suggested a few events that will take you out of town. However you decide to spend these warm […]
Aug. 1: Kelly Clarkson Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont Kick off August with the original American Idol and her special guests, Pentatonix and Eric Hutchinson. Aug. 2: The Biggest Loser RunWalk Chicago Half Marathon/5K Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago Register today for this half marathon/5K that will also feature a […]
Opens July 1: Hamill Family Wild Encounters Brookfield Zoo 8400 W. 31st St., Brookfield Get up close and personal with animals such as parakeets, wallabies, goats, red pandas, llamas, alpacas and reindeer at this new Brookfield Zoo exhibit. July 1-5: Eyes to the Skies Festival 1825 Short St., Lisle Look to the skies as hot […]
May May 25: “Chicago Styled: Fashioning the Magnificent Mile” Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago Fashionistas, spend your long weekend getting an inside look at what made the Mag Mile one of the most recognized and fashionable streets in the world. The exhibit closes Aug. 16. May 26: PTC Classic Car Show Patty […]
Enjoy your time off with a trip to Barrington for their art festival, now in its sixth year, or stay closer to home with fireworks and a music festival in Chicago. You can even ride your bike along Lake Shore Drive. Plus, Chicago Botanic Garden’s outdoor butterfly garden will open for the season. And stay tuned […]
Bookworms, start your weekend early with the Evanston Literary Festival, which kicked off this Monday, or stop by The Book Stall and visit with SitStayRead’s canine reading buddies. You can also enjoy an entire weekend full of chocolate-inspired goodies at the Long Grove Chocolate Festival. Then, walk all that chocolate off as you explore private […]
