Saturday 5/19/2007
1. Chicago PAWS Benefit Art Auction
Location: Kass/Meridian, 325 W. Huron St. 4th Floor, Chicago
On May 19, 2007 from 7-10 pm Kass/Meridian Gallery will be hosting a benefit Art Auction for PAWS Chicago. A substantial portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Chicago’s largest no-kill humane organization, PAWS. In addition to th.. .[more details]
2. Loop Tour Train
Saturdays, Through Sept. 29
Starts at the Chicago Cultural Center
www.cityofchicago.org/culturalaffairs
Take a free 40-minute tour of Chicago's business district where internationally renowned buildings reach the sky. Learn about the area's 100-year history and the city's elevated train system, known to Chicagoans as the ‘L’. The tour is guided by Chicago Architecture Foundation docents. Admission for the tour is free on a first-come, first-serve basis.
3. Fulton Market Spring Arts Walk
Location: Fulton Market, Chicago
This is Fulton Market's annual spring art extravaganza where you are sure to see fantastic art works, visit new galleries, and see familiar faces.
The West Loop has been transformed over the past several years and there has been intense interest i...[more details]
4. 9th Annual Great Chicago Places and Spaces
Location: Throughout Chicago
One weekend each year, the City of Chicago opens the doors to its amazing architecture and design during Great Chicago Places and Spaces (GCPS), presented by Starbucks Coffee Company and the Mayor’s Office of Special Events. The festival scheduled f...
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5. Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Saturday tours occur on the 3rd Saturday of...[more details]
Sunday 5/20/2007
1. American Cancer Society Walk & Roll Chicago
Location: Lower Hutchinson Field, Grant Park - Balbo & Lake Shore Drive
American Cancer Society Walk & Roll Chicago
Date: Sunday, May 20, 2007
Time: Registration opens at 9:30 a.m.; Routes open at 10:30 a.m.
Lower Hutchinson Field, Grant Park - Balbo & Lake Shore Drive
Cost: Free (fundraising encouraged but not requi...[more details]
2. 9th Annual Great Chicago Places and Spaces
Location: Throughout Chicago
One weekend each year, the City of Chicago opens the doors to its amazing architecture and design during Great Chicago Places and Spaces (GCPS), presented by Starbucks Coffee Company and the Mayor’s Office of Special Events. The festival scheduled f...
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Tuesday 5/22/2007
1. Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
Thursday 5/24/2007
1. Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
Friday 5/25/2007
1. Whale Watching Cruise on a Tall Ship!
Location: Tall Ship Red Witch docked in Burnham Harbor, near Soldier Field.
Whale Watching Cruise (Happy Hour)
Who: You and your guests!
What: Yes, we are venturing out on Lake Michigan in search of whales! Come out sailing on the Tall Ship Red Witch, while we look for (haven’t seen one yet) whales. Yes, there will...[more details]
Saturday 5/26/2007
1. Chicago Antique Market & Indie Designer Fashion Market
May 26-27, June 30, July 28, Aug 25, Sep 29, Oct 27
1300 Block of W. Randolph St. (between Ada St. and Ogden Ave.)
www.chicagoantiquemarket.com
Spend a day in the West Loop and experience over 200 indoor and outdoor mini boutiques showcasing an eclectic and high quality mix of antiques, collectibles, 20th century decorative arts, fine art, home furnishings, vintage and avant-garde designer fashion, estate and costume jewelry...and much more!
2. Fireworks Dinner Cruise on Mystic Blue
Location: Navy Pier, Chicago
Start your summer on the water with one of our special summer cruises. Dine. Dance. Drink. Let your hair down. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The ser...[more details]
3. Fireworks Dinner Cruise on Odyssey
Location: Navy Pier, Chicago
Step aboard Odyssey and escape to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide. Creative appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared fresh onboard daily. Award-winning wines. Dancing to live m...[more details]
Sunday 5/27/2007
1. Bike the Drive
Location: Lake Shore Drive, Chicago Lakefront
Chicagoland Bicycle Federation, in cooperation with the City of Chicago, presents the 6th Annual Bike the Drive on Sunday, May 27. Cyclists can ride 30 miles or 15 miles on a car-free Lake Shore Drive. For more information, contact the Chicagoland Bi...[more details]
2. Fireworks Dinner Cruise on Mystic Blue
Location: Navy Pier, Chicago
Start your summer on the water with one of our special summer cruises. Dine. Dance. Drink. Let your hair down. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The ser...[more details]
3. Fireworks Dinner Cruise on Odyssey
Location: Navy Pier, Chicago
Step aboard Odyssey and escape to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide. Creative appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared fresh onboard daily. Award-winning wines. Dancing to live m...[more details]
Monday 5/28/2007
1. Chicago Beaches
May 28 – Sept. 3
Chicago's Lakefront
www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
Chicago's 29 miles of shoreline provides 15 miles of beaches that open Memorial Day and close on Labor Day. Oak Street Beach (pictured) with the Drake Hotel and John Hancock Center standing tall behind, offers visitors sand volleyball courts, sun-bathing and sandcastle making opportunities.
Tuesday 5/29/2007
1. Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
Wednesday 5/30/2007
1. Voices from Past and Present
Location: Lincoln Park Cultural Center, 2045 N. Lincoln Park West
Voices from Past and Present features a mix of local artists in genres spanning hip-hop, gospel, jazz and cabaret. Arts at Large has been presenting concerts in partnership with the Chicago Park District since fall 2005. A nonprofit organization, Art...[more details]
Thursday 5/31/2007
1. Uptown, Andersonville & Lincoln Square Tour
Location: 77 E. Randolph Street, Chicago
Uptown, Andersonville & Lincoln Square Tour
These far north neighborhoods are among Chicago’s more recently established. Uncover their multicultural legacies and intriguing histories. Time is allotted to explore Clark Street in Andersonville and the...[more details]
2. Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time: 12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Tours take place every Tuesday & Thursday at...[more details]
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