This weekend, Disney On Ice’s latest production comes to town and Anne Loucks Gallery’s new exhibit opens. Plus, you can dine at a new restaurant during Chicago Restaurant Week, get health tips in Highland Park, and watch an inspiring film at the Spertus Institute. Support local and national nonprofits: [takeaction] “Disney On Ice Presents Follow […]
This weekend, Kohl Children’s Museum, Winnetka Community House and The Art Institute of Chicago are all hosting events the entire family will love. Plus, there’s a new improv show in town and an acclaimed orchestra returns to Chicago. [takeaction] Winter Wonderland Jan. 20 Glenview There’s a lot to do at Kohl Children’s Museum on Friday. In […]
Spend quality time with the entire family at two winter festivals or Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, which is offering free admission in honor of a special milestone. Or, spend date night at Lyric Opera or a Northbrook Symphony Orchestra concert. Find local and national nonprofits and causes to support: [takeaction] Chicago Academy of Sciences/Peggy Notebaert Nature […]
These events will help you stick to your resolution to be healthier, read more with your kids, learn to play a new instrument or simply laugh more. Cooking for Life Month January Various Chicago-born nonprofit Common Threads is encouraging families to be healthy this month by cooking at home and making better nutritional choices. The […]
Chi-Town Rising is back, but that’s not the only way to ring in 2017 around Chicago. Celebrate with these five events that are perfect for a family outing or date night. 1. Kohl Children’s Museum New Year’s Eve Bash Your kiddos don’t have to stay up until midnight to welcome 2017 in style. Kohl Children’s Museum […]
This weekend, find the perfect hostess gift, entertain out-of-town guests, or simply take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season. Happy holidays! Jove T’s Holiday Cookie Shop Dec. 22-23 Chicago If you’re looking for a last-minute gift or treats for your holiday party, visit this Holiday Cookie Shop from Cindy’s Executive Pastry Chef Jove […]
It’s the weekend before Hanukkah and Christmas, so take some time to relax (or finish up last-minute shopping) with these events around Chicago. CTA Holiday Train Celebration Dec. 16 Evanston Wherever you’re heading this weekend, take the CTA Holiday Train, which will run on the Purple Line Dec. 16-17. Enjoy free taffy apples (while supplies […]
This weekend, watch a holiday classic with the CSO, build a gingerbread house, meet Santa and more. “It’s a Wonderful Life” in Concert Dec. 9-11 Chicago If this classic movie is always on your holiday must-watch list, do something new this year with a viewing accompanied by Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Gingerbread Jubilee Dec. 10 Glenview Build a […]
Holiday fun continues this weekend at Navy Pier, Brookfield Zoo and LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago. Plus, stop by two more shopping events. Holiday Bricktacular Opens Dec. 1 Schaumburg LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago is turning into a bricktacular holiday wonderland this month. Visitors can take pictures with the life-sized LEGO Santa, build an ornament for the […]
Whether you’re looking for ways to entertain out-of-town guests or work off all that turkey (and stuffing, and mashed potatoes, and pie, and …), here are five things to do this Thanksgiving weekend. Wonderland Express Opens Nov. 25 Glencoe This seasonal favorite is back with model trains, indoor snow, mini Chicago landmarks and more. Throughout […]
