Earth Day is Tuesday, April 22 this year. The observance spreads awareness for environmental protection around the world. Chicago is getting in on the holiday with Earth Day-themed events and specials. Earth Week at the Lincoln Park Zoo Starting Monday, April 21, the Lincoln Park Zoo will celebrate the planet with Earth Week. With family-friendly… Read more »
After months of being nurtured in privacy, three African lion cubs have finally shown their coats at Lincoln Park Zoo! The beautiful babes, Pesho (pe-sho), Sidai (see-dye), and Lomelok (low-mey-lock), have been gearing up not only to impress spectators, but particularly their own pride. Nursed within the Pepper Family Wildlife Center, the siblings have opened… Read more »
Just earlier today, Lincoln Park Zoo shared images of how pregnant female lion Zari strides into the new year, literally! Second pregnancy Zari is expected to give birth to her second baby this month. Pilipili, her first male cub with mate Jabari, was born March 15 of this year. The birth of Pilipili and Zari’s current… Read more »
The Lincoln Park Zoo is excited to extend one of Chicago’s most iconic holiday classics, ZooLights, through January 8! Reservations Required Tickets are required for all guests (including infants and children) to visit the Lincoln Park Zoo Lights even on the free nights. Upcoming free nights include December 26th and January 2nd. On December 21,… Read more »
By Dustin Ford Both Mother’s Day and Brunch are close to a century old, and perhaps that’s one of the reasons that we associate the two of them together. Brunch with the family is fun, but it can be hard to choose the right place in such a big city. If you haven’t already decided… Read more »
Spend one day in this city and the photos rack up. Around every block lined with towering skyscrapers is something unexpected. Setting the stage for the perfect backdrop, the only thing that could make pictures of Chicago sights and scenery any better is, well, you. Whether you filter or #nofilter, here are the best… Read more »
Maggie Daley Park Right beside Lake Shore Drive is the amazing Maggie Daley Park! With the ambiance of the city on one side, and the lake viewed from the other, this park is perfect for a stroll. There’s also plenty of fun for the family, like rock climbing wall and the jungle gyms for the… Read more »
Maggie Daley Park Right beside Lake Shore Drive is the amazing Maggie Daley Park! With the ambience of the city on one side, and the lake viewed from the other, this park is perfect for a stroll to enjoy Chicago outside. There’s also plenty of fun for the family, like rock climbing wall and the… Read more »
Chicago’s a city of neighborhoods, so venture beyond downtown and experience Chicago like a local.
Of all the new spots in Wrigleyville, the newest is Stolen Saddle. The country-themed concept on Clark St. a block south of Wrigley Field had its grand opening last week, coinciding neatly with the Chicago Cubs’ home opener. Step inside the three-level, 16,000-square-foot restaurant and you may think you’re on Nashville’s famed Lower Broadway instead… Read more »
Every year, the start of the baseball season brings a new sense of optimism. It also brings an opportunity to check out what recently opened up near the ballpark. So if you’re looking for a place to pre- or post-game when in Wrigleyville or Bridgeport to see the Cubs or White Sox, consider these new… Read more »