Go ahead, keep a schedule. Let us know how that turns out.
Posted on June 13, 2013 at 8:54AM
by Sean Evans
Choose Chicago's latest Pinterest board shows love for the Chicago Blackhawks. If you're a fan of hockey OR if you just want to gawk at cute dogs in jerseys, check it out. Follow Choose Chicago on Pinterest, because there's plenty more hash tagging and cheeky image captions where that came from.
Posted on June 13, 2013 at 6:30AM
by Sean Evans
Not that you need one, but if you're looking for an excuse
to party for the next three days, come to Chicago. We have some of the summer's top festivals on deck, the world's best comedians are taking over the city, and there's going to
be an almost irresponsible amount of bass shaking Soldier Field to its core. Get loose, it's time to make weekend plans.
Posted on June 13, 2013 at 6:10AM
by Sean Evans
With Father's Day around the corner and in the thick of
backyard barbeque season, my insatiable appetite for pan-friend meat is turned
up to 11. Oh, and it's Hary Caray's third annual Steak Week. Yes, that's a thing, and I can barely stand the excitement. I'm seriously THIS close to lathering
my keyboard in South Carolina Mustard Sauce and taking the thing down like a grilled
Top Sirloin. Instead, I'll use these delicious looking keys to pen you a
Posted on June 12, 2013 at 6:00AM
by Amy Cavanaugh
Chicago may be a beer city, but it
also has many places to go to for great cocktail. Whether you're a die-hard
whiskey snob or can't get enough gin, Chicago has a cocktail bar serving up
your spirit of choice and putting inventive things - like ambergris, flavored ice
cubes, and scented air-in the highball glass.
Posted on June 12, 2013 at 5:55AM
by Katie Karpowicz
June is a beautiful month in Chicago -
just warm and sunny enough to enjoy the outdoors. It's
the perfect month to enjoy the Chicago Gospel Music Festival taking
place throughout several of the city's parks June 20 through 23.
All of the festival events are completely free but, before you go there are a
few things you should know.
Posted on June 11, 2013 at 12:44PM
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Posted on June 10, 2013 at 12:36PM
by Tab Bamford
From June 10-14, Chicagoland will take part in the Bike Commuter Challenge as part of Chicago Bike Week. With the weather turning and summer in full swing, there's no better time than now to explore Chicago. With a trail that extends the length of the city and designated lanes for bikers, Chicago is bike friendly all year-round.
Posted on June 10, 2013 at 6:05AM
by Katie Karpowicz
In addition to a
wealth of awesome local street festivals, Chicago summers are also generously
seasoned with big scale music festivals throughout our city's parks. When you
only have so much time though (not to mention money in your bank), sometimes
it's hard to decide which festivals you'll enjoy the most.
Posted on June 10, 2013 at 6:00AM
by Amy Bizzarri
Whether you call him dad, papa,
or daddy, your father deserves some love this upcoming June 16. Give your Dad
the gift of time and treat him to a special Chicago outing this Father's Day.
Here are eight ideas for Father's Day in Chicago for the stellar dad in your
life.
Posted on June 10, 2013 at 5:55AM
No matter the forecast, June sizzles with international
flare. From sultry singing to mesmerizing dance, there's something exciting for everyone. When it comes to celebrating Latin culture in the city, here are four
can't-miss events in June.