Tuesday, August 9, 2022
As inflation makes money tight, here are affordable ways to enjoy the Seattle area's rich arts-and-culture scene, including free movies, concerts and more.
SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 09:00AMMonday, August 8, 2022
After School Matters, the nonprofit that provides after-school and summer programs for Chicago teens (while offering them stipends), presents Spotlight on Peace, a performance featuring spok…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 07:10PMFriday, August 5, 2022
Sound healing is both an art and a science, and that’s why many boundary-pushing electronic musicians have worked in the (maligned! misunderstood! incredible!) territory of “new age” m…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 06:20PMArrive at the field house in McKinley Park (2210 W. Pershing) by 7 PM to be led to Orchidelirium, a live performance about the history and symbolism of orchids by Mitsu Salmon. The action wi…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 03:57PMMonday, August 1, 2022
Chicago Community Jail Support, the volunteer mutual aid network that supports people recently released from Cook County Jail, hosts two teach-ins and volunteer training sessions on Zoom thi…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 10:51PMJoin local musicians Makaya McCraven and Sons of Kemet for an outdoor show to celebrate the inaugural evening of the Salt Shed (1357 N. Elston), Chicago’s newest independent music venue, w…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 01:25PMFriday, July 29, 2022
The Blasian March, cofounded in New York by onetime Chicago dancer and performer Rohan Zhou-Lee in the wake of the George Floyd Black Lives Matter protests, has grown to encompass other citi…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 01:33PMWednesday, July 27, 2022
One housing complex can’t reverse decades of historical trends—but city officials hope 43 Green can be a model for equitable development.
The post Can a new housing development revitaliz…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 03:00PMAtomic Sketch, which bills itself “Chicago’s original drink and draw” event, celebrates its 14th birthday today in the best way it knows how: a special anniversary drinking and drawing…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 12:57PMFriday, July 22, 2022
If you’re seeking a rootin’ tootin’ good time that’s really outta this world, look no further than the Cosmic Country Cookout at Judson & Moore (3057 N. Rockwell, Building 5). Fr…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 03:07PMWicker Park Fest provides yet another opportunity this summer to experience music, food, arts activities, and booths with local vendors, all while standing in the middle of the street. Music…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 12:39PMThursday, July 21, 2022
It’s a common refrain in the city: Chicago summer is so worth the wait. Newbies and transplants can feel the buzz of opportunity in the air when the weather starts to turn. Visceral summer…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 05:30PMFriday, July 15, 2022
SAT 7/16 Every third Saturday of the month the South Shore Nature Sanctuary (7059 S. South Shore) welcomes volunteers to help preserve the area’s ecosystems. Past volunteer days have in…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 03:16PMThere’s no shortage of outdoor theater in Chicago in the summer, and Midsommer Flight is right in the mix with (appropriately enough) A Midsummer Night’s Dream, opening tonight at 6 PM i…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 11:34AMFriday, July 8, 2022
Looking for something to do this weekend and beyond? Here are some ideas for you.
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SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 06:18PMWednesday, July 6, 2022
Phil Wang makes a heroic return, Ian McKellen stars in a balletic Hamlet and Sophie Duker is gleefully carefree. Here are our picks of the festival’s comedy, theatre and dance
20 great Ed…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:37AMFriday, July 1, 2022
Summer’s in full swing . . . get out there and enjoy our city!
The post American music, Black Pride, and the Chosen Few appeared first on Chicago Reader.
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 01:59PMFriday, June 24, 2022
Here’s some events and activities to close out the month of June and start the summer right. FRI 6/24 Today the Chicago Park District cut the ribbon and officially opened the newly renovat…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 05:26PMWednesday, June 22, 2022
Summer is officially here, in case the sweat and lightning bugs weren’t enough of a clue. In addition to the shows and artists we profiled in our summer arts preview issue this week, we’…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 04:01PMFriday, June 17, 2022
Many ways to celebrate and honor Juneteenth this week, as well as other outdoor and indoor gatherings and events—check it out!
The post Juneteenth, Pride, and legacies appeared first on Ch…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 03:36PMSunday, June 12, 2022
Lansbury, 96, was not present to accept the award in person, but the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus sang “Mame” as a special tribute.
SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:33PMFriday, June 10, 2022
So many outdoor events to share with you this week, so make sure you wear sunscreen (everyone needs a little at least, even you) and stay hydrated (you’ll feel better, seriously). And trea…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 03:14PMThursday, June 9, 2022
Ankle-monitor alerts garner phone calls and visits from sheriffs officers—but more than 80 percent are bogus, according to a University of Chicago analysis.
The post False alarms appeare…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 11:00AMWednesday, June 8, 2022
In the first of our festival previews, we round up some of the best offerings we’ve already reviewed – including Tim Key, Liz Kingsman, La Clique and Hungry
This searing, sweaty disco is…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:48AMTuesday, June 7, 2022
You don’t have to shell out to enjoy the best in music, film, theatre, art and comedy – from a Francis Bacon in Aberdeen to Notting Hill’s unique and spectacular carnival
Music Continu…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:42PMMonday, June 6, 2022
Friday, June 3, 2022
Looking for stuff to do this weekend and beyond? Read on! FRI 6/3 Do-Division Street Fest (Division between Damen and Leavitt) benefits from handing over its music programming to outside loc…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 08:00AMFriday, May 27, 2022
Happy days are here again with these upcoming events and things to do in the week ahead! FRI 5/27 This weekend the Martin (2500 W. Chicago) is hosting an exhibition by Tigray Art Collective …
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 04:13PMFriday, May 20, 2022
Looking for some things to do? Consider these options! We found some happenings all over the map this time around, including Evanston, Back of the Yards, downtown, Logan Square, South Shore,…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 05:39PMMonday, May 16, 2022
From Shakespeare’s dithering Dane to Desperate Housewives’ steely-eyed Bree, our critics serve up the coldest revenge dishes
In Desperate Housewives, when her gay son, Andrew, sleeps wit…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:54AMFriday, May 13, 2022
Looking for some mid-month fun? Check out the following events and ideas. FRI 5/13 Broken Nose Theatre continues its season with the Chicago premiere of Zoe Kazan’s dystopic drama After th…
SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 02:47PM 
