Summer Hot List: Arts & Culture
A CULTURAL MARATHON: When it comes to culture, you’ve been slacking, but it’s time to get into shape. Follow this regimen, and by summer’s end you’ll be a true Ironman of the arts.
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Bruce Mau: From Innovative Graphic Designer to World-Class Conceptualist
THE TRANSFORMER: Bruce Mau has gone from innovative graphic designer to world-class conceptualist, producing books and museum shows, collaborating with star architects, and rethinking and revamping education. Several years ago, the Canadian native moved to Chicago, where he’s been embraced by the city’s movers and shakers (including Mayor Daley) and where he now pushes his empire toward its modest goal: using design to change the world
Chicago Tonight: Dennis Rodkin on the Rise of Luxury Condo Sales
Despite the current state of Chicago’s real estate market, buyers are throwing down large sums for downtown luxury condos. Real estate expert Dennis Rodkin visited Chicago Tonight to talk about his surprising boom.
Party Picks
Our top five picks for things to do this week: Abigail returns … Berwyn rocks … Frank Bruni reads … and more options for your holiday weekend
Chicago Says Goodbye to Velvet Lounge Owner and Jazz Icon Fred Anderson
The legendary tenor saxophonist Fred Anderson died this past Thursday, June 24th, after a heart attack, at the age of 81. Large crowds of friends, musicians, and longtime admirers will turn out to pay respects during his memorial service tonight at Leak & Sons Funeral Home at 7838 South Cottage Grove Avenue (the wake is at 5 p.m.; the funeral service starts at 6 p.m.)…
Summer Lovin' 2010: Wish You Were There!
Since our 20 most eligible singles weren’t quite as controversial as our top 25 Chicago pizzas list, we saw nothing but love for the most anticipated event of the summer. Together with The Auxiliary Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago magazine hosted Summer Lovin’ 2010 on June 18th at the Museum of Contemporary Art. In case you missed out, check out these media highlights.
Dennis Rodkin Gives Walking Tour of Lakeshore East
Real estate expert Dennis Rodkin was featured on CLTV’s HomesPlus this weekend, giving a walking tour of Lakeshore East to host Rochelle Vayo Adkinson. Lakeshore East was named one of Chicago’s 20 best towns and neighborhoods by Rodkin in the April 2010 issue of Chicago magazine.
Free Is Good
Our top five picks for things to do this week: What’s melodious and beer-filled and chocolatey all over? Your big fat week of free delights.
Best things to do in Chicago in July
POCKET GUIDE: A cultural short-list for July, in order of buzz
Cocktail Couture: Sex and the City 2 Event at the ShowPlace ICON Theatre
On Wednesday, May 26th, SKYY Vodka and Warners Bros., in partnership with Chicago magazine, hosted Cocktail Couture—a cocktail reception and VIP advance screening of Sex and the City 2. Chicago raffled off a $1,000 Mario Tricoci gift card and guests sipped on none other than Carrie’s cocktail of choice, the Cosmopolitan.