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October is golden

by Salem Collo-Julin and Kerry Reid October 1, 2021October 1, 2021

The Reader turns 50 today, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate our golden anniversary than by checking out some of the events that give our city (and surrounding areas) a cultural glow and make us happy to be here. Cheers! Fri 10/1: Fall is here and Pride has returned! This weekend […]

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Falling into fall

by Salem Collo-Julin and Kerry Reid September 24, 2021September 24, 2021

It’s officially autumn, but the weather is nice enough to enjoy outdoor events along with indoor happenings. And for those who prefer to kick back at home, digital offerings are also still going strong. Here are a few suggestions to ring out the last week of the month. Fri 9/24: Fall temperatures bring us back […]

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September glory

by Salem Collo-Julin and Kerry Reid September 17, 2021September 18, 2021

We gave you a lot of ideas to keep in mind for fall activities as part of our Fall Arts Preview this week, but here are a few more events and exhibitions to consider checking out this weekend and beyond. Fri 9/17: Music festivals continue to bring rockin’ sights and sounds to Chicago’s streets, including […]

Drag performer Mz. Ruff N' Stuff at Lips Chicago

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More comedy, movies, and art, please

by Salem Collo-Julin, Kerry Reid and Brianna Wellen August 6, 2021August 18, 2021

Upcoming events and recommendations for the next seven days

Sam Trump performs Friday as part of the Taste of Chicago To-Go festival.

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A taste of Chicago to go

by Salem Collo-Julin and Kerry Reid July 9, 2021August 18, 2021

Upcoming events and recommendations for the next seven days

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Juneteenth celebrations and more

by Salem Collo-Julin June 18, 2021August 18, 2021

Upcoming events and recommendations for the next seven days

Music

A mountain of dots and lines on the gig poster of the week

by Salem Collo-Julin June 16, 2021August 18, 2021

This week’s featured gig poster, for an outdoor David Boykin concert at Compound Yellow, is by Oak Park-based singer-songwriter and creative director Rich Klevgard.