Chicago’s Festivals, Fairs, Readings, and More in September By Tomi Obaro Here's a list of the miscellaneous fun stuff happening around town next month. Read more
The Top Jazz Shows in Chicago in September By Mark Loehrke There are 17 events through the month, starting with Jazz Fest this weekend. Read more
The Best Classical, New Music, and Opera Concerts in Chicago This September By Graham Meyer The Beethoven Festival, Ravinia's finale, and a strong lineup at the CSO make this a fine month for your ears. Read more
23 Beautiful Images of Chicago in Fog This Morning By Ratko Radojcic and Harry Sawyers Hot, sticky days followed by a sudden shock of cold turned Lake Michigan into a giant fog machine overnight. Read more
Veteran Percussionist Hamid Drake's Plans for the Chicago Jazz Festival By Mark Loehrke The festival's artist-in-residence tells why this weekend's event is so important to him—and who he wants to see perform. Read more
The Top 29 Theatre Events in Chicago This September By Catey Sullivan Here are the best comedies, dramas, and musicals on stage during the month. Read more
Who to See at the Chicago Jazz Festival By Mark Loehrke Here's a pocket guide to three acts to catch at the Labor Day weekend event. Bonus: Five minutes with Willie Pickens, the piano legend who will close the fest. Read more
13 Jazz Acts To See This Week By Mark Loehrke Here's who to see in town before the Chicago Jazz Festival on Thursday. Read more
Get a Beautifully Detailed Drawing of Your House (or Someone Else's) By Alice Oglethorpe Artist Phil Thompson's renderings of Chicago greystones, brick two-flats, and six-unit courtyard buildings are too charming to pass up. Read more
What To See at the WIIL Rock Festival This Weekend By Selena Fragassi The third annual rock festival in Twin Lakes has plenty of shows—for just $42. Read more
