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Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Eric Gratz, Violin & Euntaek Kim, Piano
Apr10
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Eric Gratz, Violin & Euntaek Kim, Piano

DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | ERIC GRATZ, VIOLIN EUNTAEK KIM, PIANO Program: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Sonata for Piano and Violin, K 301 Sergei…

Wednesday, April 10th
12:15 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, Chicago
55 E. Wacker Drive
EXPO Chicago: “The Colorful & Curious Work of Chad Kouri” Exhibit Launch at NoMI Gallery
Apr10
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

EXPO Chicago: “The Colorful & Curious Work of Chad Kouri” Exhibit Launch at NoMI Gallery

Join us for a pre-EXPO Chicago cocktail reception on April 10th from 6-8pm at NoMI Gallery as we welcome our new artist in residence, Chad…

Wednesday, April 10th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Park Hyatt Chicago @ NoMI Gallery
800 N Michigan Ave
Whiskey Dinner with Woodford Reserve
Apr10
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Whiskey Dinner with Woodford Reserve

Enjoy our special spring whiskey tasting event with Woodford Reserve. MENU Duck Rillettes, Smoked Beet Tartare, Whipped Tahini, Walnut Bread Paper Plane Black Garlic Bourbon…

Wednesday, April 10th
6:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Sofitel Chicago
20 East Chestnut Street
Charlie Hustle: A Conversation with Keith O’Brien and J.A. Adande
Apr10
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Charlie Hustle: A Conversation with Keith O’Brien and J.A. Adande

The Book Stall (811 Elm Street in Winnetka) is excited to host bestselling author Keith O’Brien for an in-store discussion on Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30…

Wednesday, April 10th
6:30 p.m.7:30 p.m.
The Book Stall
The Book Stall, 811 Elm Street
Local on Lincoln Artisian Market
Apr11
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Local on Lincoln Artisian Market

JOIN US FOR AN INDOOR POP-UP MARKET IN THE RETAIL SPACE AT 3169 N LINCOLN, ON THE CORNER OF BELMONT AND LINCOLN FROM 11AM-4PM A…

Thursday, April 11th
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
Local on Lincoln Artisian Market
Apr11
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Local on Lincoln Artisian Market

JOIN US FOR AN INDOOR POP-UP MARKET IN THE RETAIL SPACE AT 3169 N LINCOLN, ON THE CORNER OF BELMONT AND LINCOLN FROM 11AM-4PM A…

Thursday, April 11th
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
Chicago Cultural Center Open House
Apr11
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Chicago Cultural Center Open House

The Spring Open House celebrates the new visual exhibitions on view in the Chicago Cultural Center along with live music, and a professional development fair…

Thursday, April 11th
4:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 East Washington Street, 5th Floor
Poetry Making Playground
Apr11
Jun7
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Poetry Making Playground

Kuumba Lynx is proud to bring a Poetry Making Playground at 601 s California, on April 1st – 30th 2024, with an option to extend…

Thursday, April 11th
5:00 p.m.Friday, June 7th
8:00 p.m.
601 s California
601 S California Ave
Why We Love Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn
Apr11
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts

Why We Love Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn

Spend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s…

Thursday, April 11th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
City Winery
1200 West Randolph Street
ART on THE MART (Spring Season)
Apr12
Jun5
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

ART on THE MART (Spring Season)

ART on THE MART’s spring season (April 12 – June 5) will kick off to coincide with EXPO Chicago’s 11th edition (April 8 –14, 2024) with…

Friday, April 12thWednesday, June 5th
THE MART
222 W Merchandise Mart Pl
Poetry Making Playground
Apr12
Jun8
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Poetry Making Playground

Kuumba Lynx is proud to bring a Poetry Making Playground at 601 s California, on April 1st – 30th 2024, with an option to extend…

Friday, April 12th
5:00 p.m.Saturday, June 8th
8:00 p.m.
601 s California
601 S California Ave
Lyracle: Musicians of the Tenshō Embassy
Apr12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Lyracle: Musicians of the Tenshō Embassy

Multidisciplinary Early Music group, Lyracle, presents a unique program celebrating the musical accomplishments of Japanese students at Jesuit missionary schools in Japan (1549–1613) who became…

Friday, April 12th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Logan Center for the Arts – Performance Hall
915 E 60th Street
Local on Lincoln Artisian Market
Apr13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Local on Lincoln Artisian Market

Join the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce for an indoor pop-up market in the retail space at 3169 N Lincoln, on the corner of…

Saturday, April 13th
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
3169 N Lincoln Ave
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar: Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Show
Apr13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar: Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Show

CHICAGO – FashionBar is pleased to announce Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar, scheduled from April 21st to April 28th 2024. The event kicks off…

Saturday, April 13th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
821 N. Michigan Ave.
Handmade Market
Apr13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Handmade Market

Handmade Market is a unique event to connect the makers of beautiful things to people who appreciate the unique and handmade. Did you know that in the…

Saturday, April 13th
12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Empty Bottle
1035 N. Western Ave
Northwest Brewfest 2024
Apr13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Northwest Brewfest 2024

A Celebration of the Breweries on the Northwest side of Chicago! Come meet the brewers as you sample some of the delicious beverages they create…

Saturday, April 13th
12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Meeting Tomorrow
2901 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar LLC: The Designer Reveal
Apr13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar LLC: The Designer Reveal

CHICAGO – FashionBar is pleased to announce Chicago Fashion Week powered by FashionBar, scheduled from April 21st to April 28th 2024. The event kicks off…

Saturday, April 13th
2:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.
Water Tower Place
821 N. Michigan Ave.
12th Annual Treasuring Our Kids Gala
Apr13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

12th Annual Treasuring Our Kids Gala

Get ready to experience an unforgettable evening filled with music that will make you want to dance the night away. Indulge in a delicious dinner,…

Saturday, April 13th
5:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Odyssey Country Club , 19110 Ridgeland Ave , Tinley Park, IL 60447
19110 Ridgeland Ave
Poetry Making Playground
Apr13
Jun9
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Poetry Making Playground

Kuumba Lynx is proud to bring a Poetry Making Playground at 601 s California, on April 1st – 30th 2024, with an option to extend…

Saturday, April 13th
5:00 p.m.Sunday, June 9th
8:00 p.m.
601 s California
601 S California Ave
Roseland Community Hospital Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Apr13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Roseland Community Hospital Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Save the date! The Roseland Community Hospital on the Far South Side of Chicago at 45 W. 111th Street is officially celebrating its centenary by…

Saturday, April 13th
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
9333 S Cicero Ave
Versatility Dance Festival
Apr13
Saturday, April 13th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts
1016 N. Dearborn St.
Poetry Making Playground
Apr14
Jun10
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Poetry Making Playground

Kuumba Lynx is proud to bring a Poetry Making Playground at 601 s California, on April 1st – 30th 2024, with an option to extend…

Sunday, April 14th
5:00 p.m.Monday, June 10th
8:00 p.m.
601 s California
601 S California Ave
Chicago’s Best Standup
Apr16
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago’s Best Standup

Chicago’s Best Standup Comedy is back better than ever. We’ve compiled the absolute best standup comedy lineup that you will see in the city. Today’s…

Tuesday, April 16th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
Local on Lincoln Artisian Market
Apr18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Local on Lincoln Artisian Market

JOIN US FOR AN INDOOR POP-UP MARKET IN THE RETAIL SPACE AT 3169 N LINCOLN, ON THE CORNER OF BELMONT AND LINCOLN FROM 11AM-4PM A…

Thursday, April 18th
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
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