The Biden Administration is buying one billion Covid test kits to give to Americans for free. This initial program will allow four free tests to be requested per residential address. Tests will typically ship within 7-12 days of ordering.
A countywide bike plan will be put into effect come summer. The ambitious goal will help make cycling safer for people of all ages and abilities by expanding a network of trails that aren't on busy streets, among many other objectives.
The Garfield Park Conservatory has another agave whopper on its hands. Its 35-year-old agave guiengola (nicknamed "Guien", pronounced Gwen) is showing extraordinary growth, up to 9 inches in 24 hours at last count, in the Desert House.
Leading up to the Shedd Aquarium's 100th anniversary in 2030, plans were recently announced for a transformational investment for the aquarium that will impact Chicago as well. "The Centennial Commitment" will require half a billion dollars and eight years to accomplish. Plans for this visio…
Dinosaurs from the Earth's Jurassic seas will be the focus of a new exhibit coming to the Field Museum on February 25, 2022. The exhibition, Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep, which was produced and curated by London’s Natural History Museum, will introduce visitors to the underwater gia…
The 8th annual ABC7 Great Chicago Blood Drive is coming up January 12 and 13. ABC 7 Meteorologist Cheryl Scott and Host/Reporter Hosea Sanders will be part of the station's live coverage once again this year. The response to ABC 7's live coverage last year was so great that the drive will b…
The Field Museum is kicking off 2022 with Free Admission Days for Illinois residents every Wednesday during January and February. You can walk through dioramas of tropical islands, touch real fossils, and come face to face with SUE the T. rex.
Brrrrrrrrr......The Chicago Polar Plunge is headed back to the beach! Make a splash at the 22nd annual Plunge which will take place on North Avenue Beach Sunday, March 6, beginning at 8 am. The event will support the 7,500 special Olympians who compete year-round in Chicago. All funds raised…
Starting today, January 3, Chicago and Cook County will require COVID-19 vaccination proof for indoor venues. People over 16 will also need to show ID that matches their vaccination card.
Kudos to the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park hotel on its new "Lodge" experience that has guests and locals all abuzz! Conceived by event planner Wayne Harth with drop-dead ski chalet decor by Tom Kehoe Designs, the hotel will be attracting eyeballs and ski bunnies for sure! A variety of "e…
The Chicago Police Department (CPD) and community public safety advocates agree that working to promote and develop a strong sense of community tops their list of priorities for maintaining the safety of Chicago residents into the new year.
The Chicago Auto Show will return to McCormick Place in its traditional time frame this year, Feb. 12-21. Last year's event in July was limited due to Covid restrictions. The show will be open from 10 am to 10 pm every day, except for the final day of the show (Presidents Day) when it will c…
Winterland at Gallagher Way in Wrigleyville is open now through February 20, 2022, and is spreading joy and holiday cheer through its many seasonal programs and activities.
The historic Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, celebrated its 150th anniversary today, December 8. A ceremony and celebration took place in the hotel's grand lobby before a crowd of fans, friends and media. The event honored both the milestone anniversary and National Brownie Day (paying homage …
Now through December 31, Brookfield Zoo ( presents Holiday Magic, a festive wonderland featuring the new Sea of Lights, a 41-foot-tall tree, a 3D walk-thru gingerbread house, the Game of Gnomes Scavenger Hunt, a skating rink, holiday-themed food and a drop-off box for letters to Santa.
Hell in a Handbag Productions returns with one of its most popular holiday musicals: Christmas Dearest. This satirical and humorous take on the classic "A Christmas Carol" runs through December 31 at Ebenezer Lutheran Church Auditorium,1650 W. Foster Ave. in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood.
The ninth annual Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum returns as a walking experience at the Arboretum located at 4100 Illinois Route 53 in Lisle, Il. Explore 50 acres of the Arboretum’s majestic trees during this one-of-a-kind spectacle of color, light, and sound, now through J…
The Streeterville Neighborhood Advocates will collaborate with the Chicago Sculpture Exhibit (CSE) to bring fresh and exciting public art to Streeterville. CSE is a nonprofit with a similar mission to that of Streeterville Public Art Project, to increase the appreciation of and investment in…
The pandemic has dramatically changed the ways in which people celebrate important events, but as one Chicago-based company has found, even when distance and circumstances prove challenging, families and friends will always be committed to honoring the loved ones in their lives.
The Christkindlmarket hosted a VIP-Early Access event tonight, November 18, to kick off it's 25th anniversary edition of this much loved market which opens tomorrow.
Rosemont’s Impact Field (9850 Balmoral Ave.) will transform into the ultimate holiday destination with the debut of The AMAZE Light Festival in Rosemont beginning November 19 through Jan. 2. In the works for two years, the experience will feature holiday activities for all ages set against a…
WINGS' 18th annual "Sweet Home Chicago" fundraiser will take place Sunday, December 12 at the Four Seasons Chicago. The event will be hybrid this year but the important things will stay the same – sharing holiday cheer and supporting families impacted by domestic violence, who need help now …
On Saturday night, November 12, the Drake Hotel was packed with party-goers and their four-legged friends, to celebrate PAWS Chicago's 20th anniversary and its triumphant Fur Ball return. After a long pandemic hiatus, guests were thrilled to be back together again to raise funds for PAWS, th…
Cinespace, the family-owned film and TV production center, is being sold, reportedly for $1.1 billion to TPG Real Estate Partners. TPG has purchased the studio campuses of Cinespace Studios in Chicago and Toronto — combined, it is the second largest independent sound stage platform in North …
Chicago’s “official” Christmas tree, the 108th Annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree in Millennium Park, will shine brightly near the intersection of Michigan Ave. and Washington St. from November 19 through January 9. All-virtual in 2020, this year’s Tree Lighting Ceremony presented by Powe…
The thrill capital of the Midwest announces the return of Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Great America. This year's festivities offers both a drive-thru experience and in-park visits. Guests will enjoy a dazzling display of over 3 million twinkling lights, sights, and sounds for this 2nd a…
One of Chicago’s favorite holiday traditions, ZooLights, is back (November 19-January 2) and better than ever this year with the Zoo's new Pepper Family Wildlife Center, a new holiday lights experience on our Main Mall and an exciting new light show on the South Lawn. Also new this year--sen…
Santa Claus WILL return for in-person visits at Macy's State Street beginning Saturday, November 6 through December 24! “Macy’s is the destination for holiday magic. For more than 160 years, Macy’s has enthralled generations with celebrations welcoming the holiday season. From a visit with t…
Runners Ruth Chepngetich, of Kenya, and Seifu Tura, of Ethiopia, won the women's and men's competitions Sunday, Oct. 10, at the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Chepngetich finished with a time of 2:22:31 and Tura finished in 2:06:12.
Wild Color, a new exhibit coming to the Field Museum October 22, will transport visitors into an immersive, colorful world. The exhibit will highlight the science behind nature's colors in this highly interactive exhibit featuring unique specimens from the museum’s collection. “It’s like a w…
Navy Pier will brighten the winter season with Light Up the Lake, an indoor, temperature-controlled experience, featuring large-scale light-sculpture displays comprising more than 600,000 twinkling lights; a regulation-size Alpine ice rink, authentic holiday beer garden, kiddie train rides, …
Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) is bringing its experiential museum to Chicago this coming summer 2022. Located at The Shops at Tribune Tower at 435 N Michigan Ave, the one-of-its-kind space will span 13,544 square feet and encompass retail, entertainment, and a cafe and bar. The whimsical instal…
Cascade Park, the final phase of the Lakeshore East development, marked its grand opening Wednesday afternoon with a celebration attended by project developers, architects and community residents.
Chicago was named the "Best Big City" nationwide in Condé Nast's 2021 roundup for the fifth year in a row!
The Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center will host the groundbreaking exhibit, Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement, (opening October 17) which explores the June 1969 police raid of the Stonewall Inn as the flashpoint that ignited the modern gay rights movement in the U…
For an upcoming webinar focusing on vehicular hijackings, Alderman Brian Hopkins will be joined by Commander Elizabeth Collazo of the 14th District Police Department and Commander Gabriella Shemash of the 12th District Police Department, among others.
The Dr. Seuss Experience will bring back all your beloved memories of this classic series of children's books. This 25,000-sq-ft immersive attraction experience is coming to the Water Tower, 835 N. Michigan, in the former Macy's space on October 8 (thru Jan. 2).
Pier Pumpkin Lights returns to Navy Pier for its second year, starting Friday, Oct. 1. As part of the experience, guests will have the opportunity to explore a variety of pumpkin pop-up installations and enjoy Pier-wide deals during the month-long seasonal celebration. From jack-o’-lantern t…
Today, September 30, Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced a new $2.3 million relief fund for Chicago’s artists and creative workers who have suffered lost income due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The “Chicago Creative Worker Assistance …
Chicago Children’s Choir (CCC), a nonprofit organization that empowers and unites youth from diverse backgrounds to become global leaders through music, announces the return of one of Chicago’s most inspirational galas, Red Jacket Optional, in person for the first time since 2019.
Chicago Gourmet’s 2021 Hamburger Hop, presented by DoorDash, Buckhead Meat and Blue Moon Brewing Co., returned with a splash on Friday, September 24. Held at the Harris Theater rooftop and emceed by celebrity chef Stephanie Izard, the show-stopping evening was filled with mouth-watering burg…
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO DECEMBER 8
The Chicago Architecture Center will host Open House Chicago on October 16/ 17—a free, two-day public festival that offers self-guided history and architecture trails throughout Chicago, talks and programming, and behind-the-scenes access to architecturally, historically and culturally signi…
Second Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins is partnering with the Chicago Department of Public Health to offer a free flu shot clinic from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, at the 2nd Ward service office, located at 1402 N. Ashland Ave.
AIDS Foundation Chicago has announced that the 30th annual Aids Run & Walk Chicago, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 2, at Soldier Field, will feature a number of new safety precautions, including proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test, free onsite Pfizer BioNtech and Moderna …
More than three dozen Chicago cultural icons will join forces this month for a free outdoor festival at Navy Pier celebrating the comeback of the city's arts and entertainment scene.
Last night, September 13, the Chicago International Film Festival celebrated its first in-person event, "Lights, Camera, Chicago," at Bridge 410 (410 N. Paulina). Artistic Director Mimi Plauche was presented with the Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters for her work expanding and promo…
Come together with neighbors from every Chicago community and beyond for this free, interactive block party, while safely enjoying art, culture, active recreation, retail, bars, restaurants, and local attractions. And, to register for a $1000 Loop staycation, click here: https://www.eventbri…
"Sleepy Hollow: An Immersive Cocktail Experience" is a new Halloween pop-up coming to Chicago (170 W. Washington St.) Thursday, Sept. 16. This seasonal event combines the comedy/horror of the spectral universe with gothic decor and scintillating, custom drinks. Consider this, it's 'opening n…
Chicago Public School officials just announced that unvaccinated students must quarantine next week if they're traveling out-of-state for Labor Day. The policy follows guidance outlined by the city's travel advisory.
Join Alderman Brian Hopkins in a series of safety webinars, beginning Tuesday, September 7, on Zoom addressing concerns in the 2nd Ward. Chicago Police Commander Sean Loughran will speak about motorcycle noise, illegal vehicles, and drag racing enforcement throughout Chicago.
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