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Past the old-time washing machines housed in a 1940s-era commercial laundry building, you'll find a hidden bar. Part speakeasy, part magic theater, this gem of a find is in plain sight but easy to miss if you don't know...
A new tradition is starting in Chicago and it revolves around writers. The first is to take place this Sunday, May 15. The festival coincides with the fifth anniversary. The literary festival will place on all four...
The penguins at the Shedd Aquarium are ready to party in their finest formal wear-- their classic tuxedoes of course! The after-hours soiree is appropriately dubbed . The Roaring 20s-themed party will take place this Fr...
Divvy stations are being refitted this summer to accommodate more than bikes and e-bikes Happening in Downtown Chicago this June, over 230+ will at their traditional bike stations. The Divvy scooters can only operate...
This is one celestial show you don’t want to miss. During the evening hours of May 15, the Earth will cast its shadow over the moon creating a ‘Super Flower Blood Moon’ total lunar eclipse which will be "ideally positi...
Coming to Chicago this summer, is the new canned tap water that's hitting the markets. The limited-edition line is from the city of Chicago itself. Canned by a local brewery, the new campaign is set to showcase...
May is perfect for an outdoor movie! Grab a picnic blanket, and head to the plaza-- you know the one that's adjacent to Wrigley Field. They've partnered with the to offer free outdoor movie screenings all summer long....
Have we mentioned how excited we are for ? The Color Factory just unveiled its official color palette and it's so beautiful. Now, the famous Willis Tower is in on the hullabaloo as well. The antenna is lighting up later...
Rogers Park recently restored their gorgeous Miles of Murals and you can see the gorgeous artwork in person on a walking tour! The vibrant murals span about 14,000 square feet and follow alongside the CTA Red Line. T...
A recent walking initiative has taken over Chicago. It's the Chicago Girls Who Walk. If you happen to be around on the weekend, odds are you'll see a pack of sportswear-clad humans out for a walk. But, it's not just any...