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Family Day | Playoffs
Play to win on the final Family Day of the season while exploring Paul Pfeiffer: Prologue to the Story of the Birth of Freedom.
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Día de los niños y libros: A Celebration of Children and Books
Join us for an open house celebration with play and art activities, music, storytelling, book giveaways and special guests. And meet Daisy from WTTW Kids’ Nature…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Family Day | Playoffs
About the Event Play to win on the final Family Day of the season while exploring Paul Pfeiffer: Prologue to the Story of the Birth of…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Trashy Mother Earth Market
Join this junky jamboree to celebrate MOTHERS of all kinds: Mommas of humans Mother of our Earth and all the mother-junking artisans who transform materials into one-of-a-kind…
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Stitching Stories: Tatreez Workshop
Tatreez is the Arabic word for embroidery—and for Palestinians, it represents more than stitches on fabric. It is a centuries-old indigenous art form that weaves…
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Solana Opening Party
Celebrate the launch of Solana, Wicker Park’s new rooftop bar at The Robey Hotel. Join us on Saturday, May 10 from 2–6 p.m. for an…
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Encore: The Art of Aging Well
Encore: The Art of Aging Well is a salute to the Center for Life and Learning which has offered programs for people 60+ since 1965…
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SAUCED Spring Night Market
How do you support small businesses? At a time when the economy is in chaos, this question is more important than ever. At SAUCED, the…
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Kristen Kish: Accidentally on Purpose
Join celebrated chef and television host Kristen Kish for an evening of conversation as she shares her journey to her current culinary stardom. The Top…
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Zoo Uncorked: Flocktails & Feathers
Discover a whole new way to enjoy an evening out at Flocktails & Feathers, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s unique 21+ event. Enjoy a refreshing selection of cocktails…
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Reimagining Cabaret presented by Black Voices in Cabaret
Join us on May 10th as Reimagining Cabaret, the acclaimed series created, produced, and directed by Lynn Colbert-Jones, makes its debut at Freedom Hall in…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts
Visceral Dance Chicago: Springtwelve at the Museum of Contemporary Art
Visceral Dance Chicago, a contemporary dance company renowned for its daring vision and emotional depth, announces SPRINGTWELVE, a dynamic program celebrating its 12th season. Performances…
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Ben Jones “Temptation”
“One of the most unbelievable vocal instruments in the industry today.” – BroadwayWorld. Join award-winning vocalist Ben Jones and legendary pianist, composer, and music director…
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Bingo Loco: The Ultimate Bingo Party
Bingo Loco is not your grandma’s bingo… it’s a bingo rave complete with comedian MCs, throwback anthems, lip sync battles, dance-offs, dancers, confetti showers, CO2 cannons,…
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Franz West: Millennium Park
Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…
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Two hundred fifty one days
Two hundred fifty one days, a solo exhibition by Bryana Bibbs, is an artist’s exploration of loss, ancestry, time, and memory. The show’s title references…
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Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day
Wolff’s Flea Market announces opening day April 20, 2025. Join us for our 34th season outdoors at the Allstate Arena, Rosemont. Sundays 6am-2pm through October…
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Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
Inspiration for art can come from many sources. Retired University of Chicago Medicine neurosurgeon and artist Richard Penn finds inspiration in nature, philosophy, science, and…
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Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…
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Flight of Butterflies
ntroducing the Flight of Butterflies! This city-wide exhibit merges nature, art, and story telling, creating a memorable experience for all in Chicago. Local artists adorn…
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Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy
In 1942, in response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law Executive Order 9066. The law ordered…
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Judy & Liza London Palladium Tribute
Enjoy real life mother/daughter duo Nancy Hays and Mary Heffernan for a Mother’s Day brunch and a show as they lovingly recall the famed 1964…
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The Indoor Farmers Market at Water Tower Place
Date/Time: Sundays, 12pm – 4pm, from January 12th through Sunday, March 30th Location: Water Tower Place (835 N. Michigan Ave), Level 4 Description: Chicago’s Water Tower Place has…
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Mother’s Day Special Program: Fabric Card Making Workshop
Join us for a heartfelt Mother’s Day celebration through a hands-on card-making workshop. Using repurposed fabric, we’ll craft one-of-a-kind cards for your loved ones—infused with…
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