The Service Club of Chicago brought a little Hollywood magic and Bollywood sparkle to the Palmer House on Oct. 17 for its 136th annual gala, “From Hollywood to Bollywood: Every Story Begins with Hope.” With a red-carpet welcome, colorful décor and lively entertainment, the evening paired old…
As National Children’s Grief Awareness Day approaches, Rainbows for All Children is inviting the community to pick up a paddle and help bring greater attention to an issue that often goes unnoticed: the grief children experience when their families change or a parent is no longer present.The…
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Chicago is getting another helping of Banana Ball, but this time the Savannah Bananas are trading baseball diamonds for the lakefront's biggest football stage.
In a historic milestone for North American wildlife conservation, Chicago’s very own Lincoln Park Zoo has officially been recognized with the prestigious Animal Welfare Award from the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).The monumental achievement marks the first time in history th…
Chicago Bulls icon and NBA Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen has officially returned to the Chicago real estate market, purchasing a stunning $2,187,500 luxury condominium in the heart of downtown Streeterville. Purchased through an opaque land trust, the high-rise acquisition marks Pippen's offi…
The Joffrey Ballet is bringing back one of Chicago’s favorite holiday traditions, with a few new visual surprises in store. Christopher Wheeldon’s acclaimed production of The Nutcracker returns to the Lyric Opera House December 4–27, with refreshed projections that take audiences back to the…
After 35 years of helping Chicago teens discover their talents, build confidence and explore new possibilities, After School Matters celebrated its milestone anniversary at its 2026 Gala at the Obama Presidential Center’s Home Court.
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Chicago’s holiday season will get a spectacular start on November 19 when 900 North Michigan Shops celebrates the 10th anniversary of Illuminate 900, its annual tree lighting extravaganza benefiting Make-A-Wish Illinois.
Dear Candid Candace: Like every year, folks around here are fixated upon adult party plans which include the opportunity to dress scantily and imbibe heavily. This year, there are even competing adult parties within the neighborhood. It seems to me that this holiday has spiraled out of contr…
WINGS raised a record $1.2 million to support domestic violence survivors at its 26th annual Purple Tie Ball held at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel. More than 700 guests attended the grand masquerade-themed evening, which celebrated the organization’s work while raising c…
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More than 50 of Chicago’s top chefs brought their considerable talents to the table for the 36th annual Celebrity Chef Ball, an evening of culinary creativity and philanthropy benefiting Meals on Wheels Chicago on October 23 at The Geraghty.
A little piece of Dolly Parton’s California history has changed hands. The country music legend’s former getaway in Solvang, a charming town known for its Danish-inspired architecture, reportedly sold this month for $1,945,150, according to TMZ.
Music of the Baroque is giving Chicago’s summer fireworks season a classical twist with an elegant evening on Lake Michigan that pairs Handel’s triumphant music with dinner aboard a luxury cruise ship and a front-row view of Navy Pier’s fireworks.
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Chicago Bears legend Charles “Peanut” Tillman will take center stage in one of the city’s most cherished holiday traditions when he serves as Grand Marshal of the 92nd Chicago Thanksgiving Parade on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 26.
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Chicago’s Halloween fun isn’t just for humans. On Saturday, October 31, four-legged fashionistas will have their moment in the spotlight as three popular local destinations invite pets and their people to show off their most creative, cute and downright spooky costumes.
Elon Musk is thinking big when it comes to the next generation. The billionaire entrepreneur has pledged to give every child in America one share of SpaceX next year, a proposed giveaway that could be worth more than $10 billion.
Dear Candid Candace: I’ve been invited to a destination wedding that sounds beautiful but comes with a hefty price tag and a long travel schedule. The couple is dear to me, but attending would strain my budget and my vacation days. I feel guilty declining, yet resentful at the thought of str…
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Hallmark is bringing a little extra Chicago magic to the holiday season with Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story, a football-themed Christmas romance packed with hometown connections, familiar faces and a few delicious surprises.
SOAR’s Farm to Table to Pier Celebration served up an evening of good food, live music and Streeterville spirit on Thursday, Oct. 1, at Harry Caray’s Navy Pier. The gathering featured a seasonal dinner highlighting vendors from the SOAR Farmer's Market, entertainment by Dr. Bombay and remark…
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Award-winning actor and longtime veterans advocate Gary Sinise will share a more personal side of his life when he visits the McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage on Nov. 23 for "An Evening with Gary Sinise," an event benefiting disabled veterans in the western suburbs
The Joffrey Ballet has secured $8 million in new philanthropic commitments, including a $3 million endowment gift from longtime supporter Susan B. Noyes and a $5 million commitment from an anonymous donor, providing a significant boost to the Chicago company’s artistic ambitions and long-ter…
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Chicago’s fashion community had its moment in the spotlight on October 1, when the Driehaus Design Initiative Alumni Show brought a runway full of homegrown talent to the Chicago History Museum for an evening celebrating the city’s creative spirit.
Dear Candid Candace: What is it with people and wild animals? The story about the young man killed after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in England is heartbreaking and disturbing. Why would anyone climb into an enclosure with a tiger, and why are people sharing videos …
The future of fashion, beauty, and style took center stage in the Windy City as Fashion Group International (FGI) Chicago officially announced the winners of the 2026 FGI Chicago Rising Star Awards on Oct. 10 at the Public Works Gallery. The annual event, which recognizes outstanding emergin…
Chicago’s lakefront is getting a seasonal makeover, and Navy Pier is giving visitors plenty of reasons to head east as temperatures cool. From free Halloween activities and indoor movies to live music, cultural celebrations and the return of a popular holiday attraction, the fall calendar of…
Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery Tuesday, October 13, to remove the affected portion of his right lung, marking a significant development in the first major health scare of his papacy.
