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 […]

5 Things to Do: Valentine's Day Weekend

This weekend is all about celebrating love, not only with a significant other but also friends and family. Fortunately, three annual events are returning to Chicago and the suburbs just in time for those making last-minute Valentine’s Day plans. Here are five things to do this Valentine’s Day weekend: Valentine’s Day Classes at Pinot’s Palette Feb. […]

5 Things to Do: February 5-7

You might have a Super Bowl party or two this weekend, but don’t miss out on restaurant, shopping and museum deals around Chicago. Free Women’s Heart Health Screenings Feb. 5 Chicago Heart disease is the leading cause of death of American women. In honor of American Heart Month, the Burlington on Canal Street in Chicago is teaming […]

5 Things to Do: January 29-31

Who’s ready for the weekend? Kids will love meeting Fancy Nancy, playing with huskies or cheering on knights at Medieval Times, while adults will enjoy a home show at Navy Pier and an event for the new Eli’s Cheesecake cookbook. Fancy Nancy Tea Party Jan. 29 Evanston Fancy Nancy is coming to Little Beans Cafe […]