5 Things to Do: April 22-24

This weekend is all about theater with new shows from Citadel and Broadway in Chicago and a playwright festival at Black Ensemble Theater. Wilmette Theatre will also host a musical tribute to favorite female singers. Or, give back at an event hosted by a former Chicago Bear to benefit Saturday Place. Plus, Friday is Earth Day, so […]

5 Things to Do: April 15-17

This weekend, see new shows at Chicago Shakespeare Theater and Piven Theatre Workshop, watch one (or more!) of 150 movies at CIMMfest, find garden inspiration and antiques at Chicago Botanic Garden or dine at some of the area’s best restaurants. “Othello: The Remix” Opens April 12 Chicago This is the first weekend of the Q Brothers’ […]

5 Things to Do: April 8-10

Despite the weather, this weekend will feel like spring (and maybe remind you that summer is actually coming) thanks to two food and drink festivals in Chicago and Glenview. You can also hear from Northwestern alumni in Evanston, see The Second City Improv All-Stars in Winnetka and visit an exhibit on the disability rights movement at […]

5 Things to Do: April 1-3

Hello, April! Kick off the month with a relaxing weekend at Four Seasons Chicago, a date night event at exhale Evanston, a robot party at MSI and a political play at Victory Gardens Theater. Plus, April is Chicago Dance Month, so enjoy some breathtaking shows this weekend or make plans for the weeks ahead. Date […]

5 Things to Do: March 25-27

Celebrate Easter with egg hunts and brunches around Chicago and the suburbs. You can also discover local and sustainable foods at an annual festival, enjoy music from around the world, laugh with a WGN Radio host and see a hit show with the entire family. Good Food Festival & Conference March 24-26 Chicago This annual event celebrates local, sustainable […]

5 Things to Do: March 18-20

Writers Theatre’s new show, Adler Planetarium’s latest temporary exhibit and the Macy’s Flower Show all open this weekend. You can also celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month and St. Patrick’s Day with a concert in Evanston or join in a celebration of Iceland throughout Chicago. “Arcadia” Opens March 16 Glencoe The first production in the new Writers Theatre […]

5 Things to Do: March 11-13

The Museum of Science and Industry’s new exhibit, JCC Chicago’s Jewish Film Festival, Northlight Theatre’s latest production and the Chicago Flower & Garden Show all open this week. Plus, the DuSable Museum of African American History begins a new series on race and the media. “Brick by Brick” Opens March 10 Chicago This new temporary […]

5 Things to Do: March 4-6

Start your weekend with a birthday party for Chicago, an event at Kohl Children’s Museum for grown ups or a wine and beer tasting at the Winnetka Community House. Plus, hear from athletes on equality in sports and catch a show by The Woman’s Club of Evanston that will support local youth. The Woman’s Club […]

5 Things to Do: February 26-28

This weekend, there are multiple ways to get out and give back. Plus, learn more about a shopping event on Leap Day. Winterfest Feb. 26 Evanston Celebrate winter at Little Beans Café with music from Miss Jamie on the Farm, a sing along with Elsa, an indoor snowball fight, crafts and food (including ice cream […]

5 Things to Do: February 19-21

This weekend, make plans to visit two much-anticipated museum exhibits, watch classic films at Music Box Theatre or celebrate the Chinese New Year at Navy Pier. “To Have and Have Another – A Hemingway Cocktail Companion” Feb. 19 Chicago Join The Book Stall and author/Hemingway scholar Philip Greene for an Ernest Hemingway-inspired cocktail seminar. Enjoy three […]