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Local press Secret Chicago
An all-new art fair is coming to the iconic Merchandise Mart (the Mart) this October in Chicago, bringing together dozens of galleries and artists in a sprawling, four-day exhibition. Here’s an inside look at everything in store. Chicago…at Secret Chicago
Elena Smentkowski
Local press Secret Chicago
Tori Levy
Local press Secret Chicago
See also: 5 of Japan’s most acclaimed cocktail bars are popping up in Chicago next monthat Secret Chicago
Elena Smentkowski
Local press Secret Chicago
Tori Levy
Local press Secret Chicago
Chicago baseball fans, this one’s for you—though honestly, nobody’s checking your fandom at the counter. Today only, Oberweis is inviting Chicagoans to “Steal a Scoop” with a buy-one, get-one-free ice cream deal at participating scoop…at Secret Chicago
Tyler Schoeber
Local press Time Out Chicago news
Leave the passport at home for this five-weekend series.at Time Out Chicago news
Primary Author: Mark Peikert
Local press Secret Chicago
Significant changes are underway at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, with separate plans for its north and south entrances. The museum has proposed a new Welcome Hall at the north entrance and is preparing a $22 million project…at Secret Chicago
Tori Levy
Local press Secret Chicago
Chicago has a deep, historic connection to Johann Sebastian Bach, championed for years by dedicated ensembles like Bach in the City, the Bach and Beethoven Experience, Music of the Baroque, and Apollo’s Fire. Building on this vibrant…at Secret Chicago
Katherine Notman
Local press Chicago Reader
Wadada Leo Smith with Stein/Smith/Shead Trio Fri 10/23 at Constellationat Chicago Reader
Bill Meyer
Local press Chicago Reader
Bassvictim Thu 10/22 at Radiusat Chicago Reader
Leor Galil
Local press Secret Chicago
Fall in Chicago comes with a few non-negotiables: a pumpkin patch trip, an apple cider donut from Beacon’s, and, a glass (or two or three) of red in the middle of Lincoln Park. The Lincoln Park Wine Fest is back for its 10th anniversary,…at Secret Chicago
Tyler Schoeber
Local press Secret Chicago
Love puppies? And yoga? and sweeping skyline views? 360 Chicago and One Tail at a Time animal shelter are teaming up to bring you the best of all three worlds at a special puppy yoga event next month. And the best part? You can pick out a…at Secret Chicago
Elena Smentkowski
Local press Secret Chicago
This Sunday, September 27, one of our favorite stretches of Wicker Park will be completely car-free—making it the perfect excuse to spend some time wandering outside. Milwaukee Avenue will transform into a pedestrian-friendly open-air…at Secret Chicago
Tori Levy
Local press Secret Chicago
Nestled in a Rockford neighborhood, Anderson Japanese Gardens is a 12-acre escape that feels especially magical in early fall. With maples beginning their seasonal shift, tranquil streams, waterfalls, winding paths, and koi-filled ponds,…at Secret Chicago
Tori Levy
Local press Secret Chicago
Sushi-san in Lincoln Park is bridging the gap between Chicago and the Far East this October, launching the third edition of its popular Tokyo Last Call cocktail series. The month-long pop-up will spotlight some of Japan’s most acclaimed…at Secret Chicago
Elena Smentkowski
Local press Time Out Chicago news
The COT will open its vault, and you can snag an outfit you won’t find anywhere elseat Time Out Chicago news
Primary Author: Gerrish Lopez
Local press Time Out Chicago news
The Park Hyatt and Four Seasons join seven hotels recognized with coveted keysat Time Out Chicago news
Primary Author: Gerrish Lopez
Local press Time Out Chicago news
You might score big at Happy Belated Clothing.at Time Out Chicago news
Primary Author: Lauren Brocato
Local press Choose Chicago
Save the date, cinephiles: The Chicago International Film Festival is back with exciting screenings, world premieres, and more events for cinephiles from Oct. 14 to…at Choose Chicago
Local press Eater Chicago
Despite its upcoming opening, Black Briar has been in the works since 2009. That’s when Jimmy Papadopoulos, then a sous chef at a hotel in the ’burbs, put together a detailed business plan for the restaurant he hoped to open one day. He…Chicago Restaurant News at Eater Chicago
Chicago Restaurant News
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Melissa Maynard
Local press Chicago Reader
Before the COVID pandemic, when Chicagoans Leigh Kelsey and Emily Hilleren began cooking up plans for a local festival dedicated to indie pop and twee, they had a dream lineup in their heads. In a pleasant surprise for both of them, that…at Chicago Reader
Leor Galil
Local press Chicago Reader
Mike Reed’s the Separatist Party Fri 10/9 at Constellationat Chicago Reader
Bill Meyer
Local press Chicago Reader
Marian Runk Sat 10/10 at Judson & Mooreat Chicago Reader
Noah Berlatsky
Local press Chicago Reader
Feeble Little Horse Fri 10/9 at Metroat Chicago Reader
Leor Galil
Local press Secret Chicago
This $4 train ride from Chicago leads to a chilling true crime speakeasy in a historic Schaumburg venueat Secret Chicago
Katherine Notman
Local press Chicago Reader
French Police Tue 10/18 at Ramova Theatreat Chicago Reader
Leor Galil
Local press Chicago Reader
Rocket From the Crypt Sat 10/17 at Metroat Chicago Reader
Jamie Ludwig
Local press Choose Chicago
Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all…at Choose Chicago
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