Romance novel fans joined baseball enthusiasts at White Sox park during ‘Windy City Series’ Night featuring author Liz Tomforde. Attendees received special edition books and met with Tomforde while celebrating both literature and sports.
Holiday Club will close its doors on May 17 after serving Uptown patrons since 2001. Owner Sonny Domingo confirmed earlier this year that their lease would not be renewed as developers plan new apartments on the site.
Sera’s founders are expanding their Roman-style pizza pop-up across multiple Chicago farmers markets this summer. The menu features sourdough-based pizzas using high-quality ingredients sourced locally and from Italy.
Caña will open this May in West Town as both a coffee shop by day and cocktail lounge by night. Owners Carolina Gonzalez and Josean Irizarry aim to highlight Latino culture through food, drinks, art displays—and community.
Let’s Boogie Records and Tapes has reached its fiftieth year serving Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood. The family-run shop remains dedicated to vinyl culture while fostering community ties across generations.
Brightpoint El Hogar Del Niño has launched a monthly grocery distribution service for Pilsen families through a partnership with Nourishing Hope. The program responds to increased food insecurity due to changes in federal benefits and rising costs.
A new study finds that drinking any type of coffee may benefit both gut health and mood by increasing good bacteria and lowering stress markers. OSF HealthCare’s Dr. Omar Khokhar says more research is needed but encourages moderation based on individual response.
Choose Chicago announced plans for yearlong celebrations marking one hundred years since Route 66 began in city limits. The organization expects these efforts will bring more tourists locally while honoring America’s most iconic highway.
Chicago offers many options this weekend including May Day celebrations and market openings. Activities span art exhibits, music shows, community fairs and more across neighborhoods.
Choose Chicago has named Hunden Partners as its lead advisor for developing a multi-year strategic plan. The initiative aims at aligning priorities amid new funding models while engaging local stakeholders across sectors.