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Home » New Year’s Eve

Tag: New Year’s Eve

Posted inCity Life

New year’s cheer

by Salem Collo-Julin and Micco Caporale December 31, 2021December 31, 2021

Trying to make last-minute plans? Here are a few ideas for celebrating New Year’s Eve and beyond this weekend. Note: in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we recommend that you call or email ahead for confirmation for any in-person gatherings. Venues may also have their own restrictions in light of COVID-19 that you’ll need […]

Posted inMusic

A music poll to start 2021

by Philip Montoro January 4, 2021August 18, 2021

Did 2020 set the bar low enough that it’s safe to hope this year will be better?

Posted inMusic

A clan with a dental plan on the gig poster of the week

by Salem Collo-Julin December 18, 2019August 18, 2021

This week’s featured gig poster was designed by the artist Goons.

Posted inBlogs

Flowers for Uncle Bob on the gig poster of the week

by Luca Cimarusti January 9, 2019August 18, 2021

This week’s featured gig poster was designed by local artist Jay Ryan.

Posted inBlogs

The best things to do in Chicago on New Year’s Eve

by Steve Heisler December 29, 2017August 18, 2021

Hip-hop artist Noname, the Annoyance Theatre’s Steamworks: The Musical, and more recommended events for New Year’s Eve in Chicago

Posted inBlogs

The gig poster of the week high kicks into the New Year

by Luca Cimarusti December 20, 2017August 18, 2021

This week’s featured gig poster was created by local artist Josh Davis of Dead Meat Design.

Posted inBlogs

Illinois to borrow $6 billion to start paying its unpaid bills, and other Chicago news

by Kate Shepherd September 8, 2017August 18, 2021

Also, Mayor Emanuel is trying to persuade Amazon to locate its second headquarters in Chicago.

Posted inBlogs

New Year’s Eve parties, New Year’s Day hangover events, and more things to do in Chicago this weekend

by Brianna Wellen December 30, 2016August 18, 2021

Underground Casino, New Year’s Day PJ Brunch, and more happenings from December 30-January 1

Posted inBlogs

WCIU premieres Chicago’s One Night Stand-Up on New Year’s Eve

by Brianna Wellen December 28, 2016August 18, 2021

Rebecca O’Neal hosts the local televised stand-up showcase.

Posted inBlogs

A lantern lights the way for an ax murderer on the gig poster of the week

by Luca Cimarusti December 28, 2016August 18, 2021

This week’s featured gig poster was created by designer Rick Leech for High on Fire’s two-night New Year’s celebration.

Posted inBlogs

New Year’s Eve events, John Oliver at Chicago Theatre, and more things to do this week

by Brianna Wellen December 28, 2015August 18, 2021

Alex Chilton Birthday Bash, the Moth StorySlam, and other happenings in Chicago from December 28-31

Posted inBlogs

Pop a cork in honor of 70s funk and the J.B.’s

by Kevin Warwick December 31, 2014August 18, 2021

Today’s 12 O’Clock Track is “Here We Come, Here We Go, Were We Are,” from James Brown’s band (and 70s-funk instructor) the J.B.’s.

Doolin's: Irish pub or party-supply store?
Posted inNews & Politics

What the hell is this place? Doolin’s

by Megan Thielking October 11, 2014August 18, 2021

Doolin’s may look like an Irish pub—but you’ll have more luck getting a bubble machine than a pint of Guinness.

Posted inBest of Chicago

Best CTA Employee to Go Out Smiling

by Janet Potter June 25, 2014August 18, 2021

The train conductor brought commuters delight at the end of the tunnel.

Posted inBlogs

Reader’s Agenda Tue 12/31: New Year’s Eve, First Night Evanston

by Tal Rosenberg December 31, 2013August 19, 2021

What’s on the Reader‘s Agenda for Tuesday, December 31

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