Name: 2026 Shriners Children’s™ APP Pro Invitational Chicago
Start: 2026-08-05T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Danny Cunniff Park

Danny Cunniff Park

Join us on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 for an exciting evening of world-class pickleball, community support, and meaningful impact benefiting Shriners Children's.
Experience APP professional players competing in a unique Pro Invitational format while supporting the life-changing care and services provided by Shriners Children's.

Local Event: 2026 Shriners Children’s™ APP Pro Invitational Chicago

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Use the seating chart below to see zones. Attendees will be assigned to their seating arrangements upon arrival. Group arrangements intended for 4 guests will be shared if fewer than 4 tickets are purchased.
Highlights Breathtaking views from AIRE Rooftop in Chicago "I Have a Dream" that this iconic set of songs will have you dancing to the point of needing to send out an "SOS" Enjoy a classic cocktail under the stars Full bar and light bites available for purchase (menu)
General Info Date: select your date &amp; time directly in the ticket selector Duration: 65 minutes (doors open 60 minutes prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted) Location: AIRE Rooftop, Chicago, IL Age requirement: 21+ with valid ID Accessibility: the venue is accessible with elevators In the case of rain, the show will be rescheduled AIRE Rooftop has a one-drink minimum policy. See your ticket for more details.
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Tentative Program Dancing Queen Mamma Mia Take a Chance On Me Lay All Your Love On Me Waterloo SOS Money, Money, Money The Winner Takes It All &amp; More! Seating Map<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View&nbsp;Tickets &amp; More&nbsp;Info</a>

Local Event: ABBA Under the Stars at AIRE Rooftop

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ABBA Under the Stars at AIRE Rooftop

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River Shannon

<a href="https://therivershannon.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">River Shannon</a>, located at 425 W. Armitage Ave in the heart of Lincoln Park, is celebrating its 80th Anniversary this August with a month-long lineup of special events, themed programming, exclusive drink specials, limited-edition merchandise, and commemorative giveaways honoring eight decades as one of Chicago’s most beloved and longest-standing neighborhood bars and the 28th pub to receive a liquor license in Chicago.



Throughout August, guests can enjoy a <a href="https://therivershannon.com/events/80th-anniversary-august-celebrations/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">full calendar</a> of anniversary programming including:
<ul><li>Saturday, August 1 at 5pm: Bagpiper Kickoff Party featuring a commemorative anniversary pin giveaway and Cubs vs Yankees ticket giveaway</li><li>Wednesdays in August: Whiskey Wednesdays featuring rotating specials including $8 Jameson, Tullamore D.E.W., and Skrewball, plus spirit samplings</li><li>Thursday, August 6 at 6pm: Regulars Reunion celebrating generations o$8 f River Shannon regulars featuring a Chicago Bears preseason ticket giveaway</li><li>Saturday, August 8 from 12pm to 2pm: Complimentary Pet Caricature Pop-Up hosted by Modelo with $8 Modelo drafts</li><li>Thursday, August 13 at 5pm: Sam Adams Stein Holding Competition featuring $8 Sam Adams drafts</li><li>Fridays in August from 12pm to 1pm: 80¢ Bud Light Draft Power Hour</li><li>Saturday, August 15 at 2pm: Mr. &amp; Mrs. River Shannon Elections celebrating the pub's most beloved regulars</li><li>Sunday, August 16: National Rum Day featuring $8 Bacardi cocktails</li><li>Tuesday, August 18 at 8pm: Pup of the Month Party crowning monthly winner and honoring River Shannon's dog-friendly community&nbsp;</li><li>Thursday, August 20 at 7pm: Where It All Began celebrating couples whose love stories began at River Shannon, plus $8 Shiner drafts</li><li>Saturday, August 22 at 6pm: 80s for 80 Years featuring throwback music, decor, and themed programming</li><li>Sunday, August 23 at 11am: Hair of the Dog Pajama Party featuring $8 Tito's Bloody Marys and $8 Pizzas</li><li>Thursday, August 27 at 6pm: Bring Your Neighbor Night inviting neighbors to bring a friend to River Shannon, featuring Pacifico samplings</li><li>Saturday, August 29 at 11am: Dog Days of Summer Patio Party closing out the anniversary month with a dog-friendly neighborhood celebration</li></ul>
In addition to special events, guests can enjoy Happy Hour every Monday through Friday from 4pm to 6pm throughout August featuring $8 pizzas, $12 pitchers of Michelob Ultra and Bud Light, and $14 Stella Artois pitchers. Rotating anniversary drink specials, spirit samplings, and partner activations will also take place throughout the month.

Local Event: River Shannon 80th Anniversary Celebrations

River Shannon 80th Anniversary Celebrations

River Shannon, located at 425 W. Armitage Ave in the heart of Lincoln Park, is celebrating its 80th Anniversary this August...

<a href="https://therivershannon.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">River Shannon</a>, located at 425 W. Armitage Ave in the heart of Lincoln Park, is celebrating its 80th Anniversary this August with a month-long lineup of special events, themed programming, exclusive drink specials, limited-edition merchandise, and commemorative giveaways honoring eight decades as one of Chicago’s most beloved and longest-standing neighborhood bars and the 28th pub to receive a liquor license in Chicago.
Throughout August, guests can enjoy a <a href="https://therivershannon.com/events/80th-anniversary-august-celebrations/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">full calendar</a> of anniversary programming including:
<ul><li>Saturday, August 1 at 5pm: Bagpiper Kickoff Party featuring a commemorative anniversary pin giveaway and Cubs vs Yankees ticket giveaway</li><li>Wednesdays in August: Whiskey Wednesdays featuring rotating specials including $8 Jameson, Tullamore D.E.W., and Skrewball, plus spirit samplings</li><li>Thursday, August 6 at 6pm: Regulars Reunion celebrating generations o$8 f River Shannon regulars featuring a Chicago Bears preseason ticket giveaway</li><li>Saturday, August 8 from 12pm to 2pm: Complimentary Pet Caricature Pop-Up hosted by Modelo with $8 Modelo drafts</li><li>Thursday, August 13 at 5pm: Sam Adams Stein Holding Competition featuring $8 Sam Adams drafts</li><li>Fridays in August from 12pm to 1pm: 80¢ Bud Light Draft Power Hour</li><li>Saturday, August 15 at 2pm: Mr. &amp; Mrs. River Shannon Elections celebrating the pub's most beloved regulars</li><li>Sunday, August 16: National Rum Day featuring $8 Bacardi cocktails</li><li>Tuesday, August 18 at 8pm: Pup of the Month Party crowning monthly winner and honoring River Shannon's dog-friendly community&nbsp;</li><li>Thursday, August 20 at 7pm: Where It All Began celebrating couples whose love stories began at River Shannon, plus $8 Shiner drafts</li><li>Saturday, August 22 at 6pm: 80s for 80 Years featuring throwback music, decor, and themed programming</li><li>Sunday, August 23 at 11am: Hair of the Dog Pajama Party featuring $8 Tito's Bloody Marys and $8 Pizzas</li><li>Thursday, August 27 at 6pm: Bring Your Neighbor Night inviting neighbors to bring a friend to River Shannon, featuring Pacifico samplings</li><li>Saturday, August 29 at 11am: Dog Days of Summer Patio Party closing out the anniversary month with a dog-friendly neighborhood celebration</li></ul>
In addition to special events, guests can enjoy Happy Hour every Monday through Friday from 4pm to 6pm throughout August featuring $8 pizzas, $12 pitchers of Michelob Ultra and Bud Light, and $14 Stella Artois pitchers. Rotating anniversary drink specials, spirit samplings, and partner activations will also take place throughout the month.

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Discover the beauty, flavor, and versatility of seasonal vegetables during this special Tastemaker Kitchen experience featuring two of Chicago’s most celebrated culinary leaders, Chef Sarah Stegner and Chef Tigist Reda.In this interactive class, guests will learn how to select, prepare, and elevate peak-season produce through creative techniques, bold flavors, and chef-inspired recipes. From farm-fresh ingredients to globally inspired preparations, Chef Stegner and Chef Reda will share their passion for cooking with the seasons and demonstrate how vegetables can take center stage on any plate.Chef Sarah Stegner is a two-time James Beard Award-winning chef, co-owner of Prairie Grass Café, former Restaurant Chef of The Dining Room at the Ritz-Carlton Chicago, and a pioneer of Chicago’s farm-to-table movement. A founding member and former president of Green City Market, Stegner has dedicated her career to championing local farmers, sustainable agriculture, and seasonal cooking.Joining her is Chef Tigist Reda, chef-owner of the acclaimed Demera Ethiopian Restaurant. Born and raised in Ethiopia, Reda learned the traditions of Ethiopian cooking from the women in her family before immigrating to Chicago and opening Demera in 2007. Known for her vibrant flavors, warm hospitality, and commitment to sharing Ethiopian culture through food, she has become one of Chicago’s most respected culinary voices.Together, these remarkable chefs will demonstrate how fresh, seasonal vegetables can inspire unforgettable dishes while sharing stories from their culinary journeys, cultures, and kitchens. Whether you're looking to expand your vegetable repertoire, embrace seasonal cooking, or simply enjoy an evening with two extraordinary chefs, Planted in Passion promises a delicious and inspiring experience filled with expert tips, fresh flavors, and memorable conversation.Reserve your seat today and discover why great cooking begins with a passion for the ingredients.

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<h4>Featuring Celebrated Chef Armond Joseph of Léon 1909</h4>
Accessible only by boat and anchored between Long Island’s North and South Forks, Shelter Island is the ultimate summer escape. For one night only, join chef Armond Joseph, the rising star chef behind Shelter Island’s Léon 1909, on the mainland for a radical reinvention of a classic coastal tradition: the clambake.
Known for his intuitive blending of seaside, Italian, and Palestinian influences, chef Joseph will bring his deep understanding of the farmland and waters that surround him to a hyper-local feast featuring pristine, wild-foraged, and sustainably caught East End treasures. Expect a magnificent spread with delicacies such as Peconic Gold oysters, Montauk red shrimp, razor clams, and a show-stopping lobster. The evening will be a truly seasonal celebration of the land and sea and all that is summer “out East”. This one-night-only dinner will feature a cocktail reception with passed hors d'oeuvre upon arrival, an expertly crafted multi-course menu with thoughtfully curated wine or beverage pairings, and a Q&amp;A with the featured chefs.PRICE: Dining Table&nbsp;$210 Internal Chef's Counter $250

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<h4>Featuring Boston’s Spanish Newcomer Dalia Featuring Chef Nicholas Dixon</h4>
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Dishes will be paired with a thoughtful selection of wines that will flow as abundantly as the conversation at the table, inspired by the Spanish hospitality tradition of sobremesa, time spent lingering at the table, especially in warm summer months by the sea. This one-night-only dinner will feature a cocktail reception with passed hors d'oeuvre upon arrival, an expertly crafted multi-course menu with thoughtfully curated wine or beverage pairings, and a Q&amp;A with the featured chefs.PRICE: Dining Table $210 Internal Chef's Counter $250

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Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds. Families are invited to attend this free community event designed to help children recognize and celebrate their personal heroes.
The new hands-on event will be an opportunity for children to dress up as their favorite superhero and participate in “training” stations set up around the Academy, including obstacle courses, strength tests and kindness missions.
Refreshments will be provided. To register, visit <a href="https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 WHAT: Kiddie Academy Hero Play Day WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. -noon. WHERE: 4874 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

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Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds....

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Square-Ravenswood

Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park will host Hero Play Day on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. for infants to 12-year-olds. Families are invited to attend this free community event designed to help children recognize and celebrate their personal heroes.
The new hands-on event will be an opportunity for children to dress up as their favorite superhero and participate in “training” stations set up around the Academy, including obstacle courses, strength tests and kindness missions.
Refreshments will be provided. To register, visit <a href="https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/hero-play-day/</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 WHAT: Kiddie Academy Hero Play Day WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. -noon. WHERE: 1645 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

Local Event: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park

Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Lincoln Park

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Focuscope is a premier market research firm based in the Chicagoland area, providing expert focus group recruiting and research services since 1980. With corporate headquarters in Oak Brook Terrace and an additional facility in downtown Chicago, the company serves as a cornerstone for businesses seeking in-depth consumer insights and professional project management. Specializing in a wide range of sectors, Focuscope offers comprehensive support for consumer studies, medical research, and specialized legal projects such as mock trials. To sign up and become a member of our community visit our website: https://www.focuscope.com/join-our-community/

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