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Monday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
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Monday
PSA: American Red Cross
April 25 – May 25
Spring storm season has begun. The American Red Cross is there to help by providing hot meals, food, shelter, emotional support and emergency assistance for people in the Midwest impacted by deadly tornadoes. To find out how you can help, visit www.redcross.org.
21
Monday
PSA: Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
April 25 – May 25
The Chicago Shakespeare Theatre will present a production of Timon of Athens, now through June 10th at their theatre on Navy Pier. For ticket and schedule information, visit www.chicagoshakes.com.
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Monday
PSA: H.O.M.E.
April 25 – May 25
H-O-M-E, housing opportunities and maintenance for the elderly, helps low income seniors in Chicago maintain their independence by providing free home repair, free transportation, and three affordable apartment buildings where seniors can live comfortably. HOME can use volunteers for a variety of duties, including one-time opportunities. For details, visit www.homeseniors.org.
22
Tuesday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
22
Tuesday
PSA: American Red Cross
April 25 – May 25
Spring storm season has begun. The American Red Cross is there to help by providing hot meals, food, shelter, emotional support and emergency assistance for people in the Midwest impacted by deadly tornadoes. To find out how you can help, visit www.redcross.org.
22
Tuesday
PSA: Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
April 25 – May 25
The Chicago Shakespeare Theatre will present a production of Timon of Athens, now through June 10th at their theatre on Navy Pier. For ticket and schedule information, visit www.chicagoshakes.com.
22
Tuesday
PSA: H.O.M.E.
April 25 – May 25
H-O-M-E, housing opportunities and maintenance for the elderly, helps low income seniors in Chicago maintain their independence by providing free home repair, free transportation, and three affordable apartment buildings where seniors can live comfortably. HOME can use volunteers for a variety of duties, including one-time opportunities. For details, visit www.homeseniors.org.
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Tuesday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
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Wednesday
PSA: American Red Cross
April 25 – May 25
Spring storm season has begun. The American Red Cross is there to help by providing hot meals, food, shelter, emotional support and emergency assistance for people in the Midwest impacted by deadly tornadoes. To find out how you can help, visit www.redcross.org.
23
Wednesday
PSA: Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
April 25 – May 25
The Chicago Shakespeare Theatre will present a production of Timon of Athens, now through June 10th at their theatre on Navy Pier. For ticket and schedule information, visit www.chicagoshakes.com.
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Wednesday
PSA: H.O.M.E.
April 25 – May 25
H-O-M-E, housing opportunities and maintenance for the elderly, helps low income seniors in Chicago maintain their independence by providing free home repair, free transportation, and three affordable apartment buildings where seniors can live comfortably. HOME can use volunteers for a variety of duties, including one-time opportunities. For details, visit www.homeseniors.org.
23
Wednesday
Chicago Youth Centers
Chicago Youth Centers is hosting the Believe in Kids Dinner, recognizing the contributions and support of dedicated volunteers and philanthropic leaders in our community. This year’s Believe in Kids Dinner will take place on Wednesday, May 23 at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. Visit www.chicagoyouthcenters.org for more information.
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Wednesday
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Thursday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
24
Thursday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
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Thursday
PSA: American Red Cross
April 25 – May 25
Spring storm season has begun. The American Red Cross is there to help by providing hot meals, food, shelter, emotional support and emergency assistance for people in the Midwest impacted by deadly tornadoes. To find out how you can help, visit www.redcross.org.
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Thursday
PSA: Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
April 25 – May 25
The Chicago Shakespeare Theatre will present a production of Timon of Athens, now through June 10th at their theatre on Navy Pier. For ticket and schedule information, visit www.chicagoshakes.com.
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Thursday
PSA: H.O.M.E.
April 25 – May 25
H-O-M-E, housing opportunities and maintenance for the elderly, helps low income seniors in Chicago maintain their independence by providing free home repair, free transportation, and three affordable apartment buildings where seniors can live comfortably. HOME can use volunteers for a variety of duties, including one-time opportunities. For details, visit www.homeseniors.org.
24
Thursday
XRT Show: Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
at Riviera Theatre
He’s My Brother She’s My Sister / 7:30pm / $30
SOLD OUT
25
Friday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
25
Friday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
25
Friday
Summer Camp Music Festival
May 25 – 27
Three Sisters Park (17189 N State Route 29, Chillicothe, IL) / Performers include Umphrey’s McGee, Gov’t Mule, JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound, The Lumineers and more
$74.80-$400 buy tickets
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Friday
PSA: Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
April 25 – May 25
The Chicago Shakespeare Theatre will present a production of Timon of Athens, now through June 10th at their theatre on Navy Pier. For ticket and schedule information, visit www.chicagoshakes.com.
25
Friday
PSA: H.O.M.E.
April 25 – May 25
H-O-M-E, housing opportunities and maintenance for the elderly, helps low income seniors in Chicago maintain their independence by providing free home repair, free transportation, and three affordable apartment buildings where seniors can live comfortably. HOME can use volunteers for a variety of duties, including one-time opportunities. For details, visit www.homeseniors.org.
25
Friday
PSA: American Red Cross
April 25 – May 25
Spring storm season has begun. The American Red Cross is there to help by providing hot meals, food, shelter, emotional support and emergency assistance for people in the Midwest impacted by deadly tornadoes. To find out how you can help, visit www.redcross.org.
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Saturday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
26
Saturday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
26
Saturday
Season Grand Opening Randolph Street Market
May 26 – 27
Boasting an exciting array of vintage and modern decorative objects, home furnishings, art, fashion, and jewelry assembled in downtown Chicago. The Market features 175 quality antique dealers of furnishings, house wares, vintage clothing, and more. The Market is on the 1350 block of West Randolph and Inside the Plumbers Hall at 1340 W. Washington.
26
Saturday
Summer Camp Music Festival
May 25 – 27
Three Sisters Park (17189 N State Route 29, Chillicothe, IL) / Performers include Umphrey’s McGee, Gov’t Mule, JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound, The Lumineers and more
$74.80-$400 buy tickets
26
Saturday
SOLDIER FIELD 10 MILE 05/26/12
at Soldier Field
Finish on the 50 yard line at the 2012 Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10-Mile on Saturday, May 26th! Experience the thrill of entering the players’ tunnel to a crowd of cheering fans. Register now at www.SoldierField10.com.
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Sunday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
27
Sunday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
27
Sunday
Summer Camp Music Festival
May 25 – 27
Three Sisters Park (17189 N State Route 29, Chillicothe, IL) / Performers include Umphrey’s McGee, Gov’t Mule, JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound, The Lumineers and more
$74.80-$400 buy tickets
27
Sunday
XRT is shutting down The Drive!
Join XRT for the MB Financial Bank Bike the Drive on Sunday, May 27! Kick off the 93 Days of Summer with thousands of cyclists in the only car free bike ride on Lake Shore Drive. Enjoy the city skyline and stunning views of Lake Michigan on the only day of the year when Lake [...]
27
Sunday
Season Grand Opening Randolph Street Market
May 26 – 27
Boasting an exciting array of vintage and modern decorative objects, home furnishings, art, fashion, and jewelry assembled in downtown Chicago. The Market features 175 quality antique dealers of furnishings, house wares, vintage clothing, and more. The Market is on the 1350 block of West Randolph and Inside the Plumbers Hall at 1340 W. Washington.
27
Sunday
PSA: City Of Chicago
The city of Chicago’s downtown sound series will present a free concert with Kelly Hogan, 6:30 Monday evening, May 28th at the Jay Pritzker Pavillion in Millennium Park.
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Monday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
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Monday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
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Tuesday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
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Tuesday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
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Wednesday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
30
Wednesday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
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Thursday
Chicago Farmers Markets
May 24 – October 16
Join XRT for Chicago’s Farmers Markets season this summer, now through October. This year marks the 33nd anniversary of the markets, where you will find some of the best produce available from potting plants, flowers and herbs to tomatoes, honey and baked goods! For more information, or to see when the Chicago Farmers Markets are [...]
31
Thursday
Goodman Theatre presents: The Iceman Cometh by Eugene O’Neill
April 21 – June 10
Welcome to Harry Hope’s saloon, home to a ragtag band of drunks and dreamers. Eugene O’Neill’s towering masterpiece becomes a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical event, featuring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. For tickets or more information visit GoodmanTheatre.org or call 312.443.3800.
31
Thursday
Classic Encounter Spring Session: Where Rock Meets Bach
at Symphony Center
Terri Hemmert hosts this 4-concert series at Symphony Center on everything from Beethoven to The Beatles and Verdi to Van Morrison. Enjoy FREE food and drink while we feed your musical obsession! Purchase tickets at cso.org
31
Thursday
PSA: Les Turner ALS Foundation May Tag Days
In honor of National ALS Awareness Month, hundreds of volunteers with the Les Turner ALS Foundation will participate in Tag Days drives. These fundraising drives will be held throughout the month in approximately 25 communities across the Chicagoland area. Volunteers will be stationed at intersections, shopping areas, train stations, and other places throughout communities collecting [...]
31
Thursday
XRT Show: Rodney Crowell
at Old Town School of Folk Music
Mary Karr / 7:30pm / $26 Seniors and Children / $28 Old Town School Members / $30 General Public
$26-$30 buy tickets
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