Lolla 2011 Acts, Live in Concert
Get yourself in the festival mood with videos of some artists who will be performing at Grant Park this weekend.
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Five Best Things to Do in August
POCKET GUIDE: A cultural short-list for August, in order of buzz
RIP Donald Clinton Walls Sr, Front Man for the Sundowners
The front man for Chicago’s legendary C&W bar band, “the patron saints of Chicago’s insurgent country movement,” passes away at 80. Plus: ten picks to get caught up on the alt-country that came in their wake.
Five Film Picks + Rich Moskal’s Weekend Plans
Green Lantern? Zookeeper? Seriously? Combat summer’s blockbuster stinkers with five picks for cinematic excellence—or at least weirdness. Plus, what the honcho of the Chicago Film Office is doing this weekend.
Jennifer Tanaka Discusses the Best of Chicago
Jennifer Tanaka visited the set of CLTV’s Evening News to discuss the Best of Chicago, as featured in the August 2011 issue of Chicago magazine.
Best of Chicago 2011: For Kids
Our favorite parent-and-tot hangout, diaper service, toy store, zoo, and more
1001, Wicker Park Fest, Bee Aid
This week’s top picks: Collaboraction brings 1001 back to the stage … the show goes on at Garfield Park Conservatory … free and cheap concerts … plus, what the Second City’s Katie Rich is doing this weekend
Lena Singer Discusses Civil Unions in Illinois
Lena Singer visited the set of CLTV’s Evening News to discuss civil unions in Illinois.
Getting Out and About in Chicagoland
Where to go when the heat wave passes, and a bit about the history of how you’re getting there.
Best of Chicago 2011: Arts & Culture
Our favorite street artist, design fest, film series, new gallery, improv group, and more