Pilsen: A vibrant and colorful neighborhood
A gateway for immigrants and a beacon to artists, this Near South Side neighborhood celebrates hard work and innovation. Once a hub for Eastern European immigrants (and named for a...
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Wicker Park/Bucktown: Double-down on delicious dining spots
Like a hulking hero and his cute sidekick, Wicker Park and Bucktown go better together. That's good news for these next-door neighbors because people have a hard time agreeing on...
Jill Thompson on new ‘Wonder Woman’ graphic novel
Artist and writer Jill Thompson grew up in Forest Park, where her love of geek culture took root at a young age. After graduating from the American Academy of Art...
5 cool back-to-school basics
HUGS FROM HOME Looking for a lunchbox that's unique but hate going the "used" route? Send 'em to school with a personalized container, thanks to the LA-based Photo Lunchboxes. Mom...
5 fun family things to do for July Fourth weekend
With Independence Day falling on a Monday, everyone's got a three-day weekend to enjoy the country's most star-spangled holiday, right at summer's apex. We found five ways to get into...
Cool things to do with dad for Father’s Day
This Father's Day, forget gifting dad nooselike neckties and tired old mugs, and give him the gift of fun with these events and treats. For dads who like to fish...
How to spend a rainy day in Chicago
If any people know how to make the most of their summer, it's Chicago people. (We're the Starks of Winterfell in "Game of Thrones": No matter how recently the dark...
15 best Chicago summer street festivals
Chicago summer is packed with street festivals. Here's 15 of the best — for everyone from art collectors to audio fiends to gourmands. BEST FOR THE ART 57th Street Art...
Mothers Day things to do beyond brunch
With so many different styles of motherhood in the world, naturally there are many different ways to celebrate Mother's Day beyond our weekly '15 things to do with the kids.'...
5 New Year’s Eve parties for kids
Staying up till midnight might be a stretch for many families, but institutions all across Chicagoland offer daytime and early-evening options Dec. 31. Here are five fun options to celebrate...