Name: Chicago Astronomer at Westlawn Park
Start: 2026-08-19T09:00:00-05:00
Location: West Lawn Park Fieldhouse

West Lawn Park Fieldhouse

NOTICE:The Chicago Astronomer will appear for Telescope duty at Westlawn Park Wednesday, 19 August 2026 - 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.The weather looks like it will cooperate and we will have a beautiful 1/4 Moon to enjoy and share. Bring your telescopes and share the skies with the Astronomers...a get a sticker!Be there with the cool kids...you know you want to.Astro Joe

Local Event: Chicago Astronomer at Westlawn Park

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NOTICE:The Chicago Astronomer will appear for Telescope duty at Westlawn Park Wednesday, 19 August 2026 - 7:30 pm to 9:30...

The Lounge At The Lion 182 North Wabash Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60601

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Join The Drunk Shakespeare Society for an unforgettable evening of Shakespearean revelry, where cocktails meet the classics. Set within a speakeasy located behind The Chicago Theater, five fearless actors take on the classics after downing shots of various alcohols.Every show is different depending on who is drinking... and what they're drinking!
Tickets Balcony Seating for 1 person Mezzanine Seating for 1 person Stage Side Seating for 1 person
Highlights No two performances are the same! Every night brings a fresh dose of spontaneity and unexpected brilliance as the actors embrace the spirit of improv (and drinking) The incredible talent from a cast of the city's most gifted and daring actors who know how to deliver the Bard's brilliance, even under the influence Order drinks from the full-service bar during the show and have them delivered right to your seats! Bare witness to the Off-Broadway sensation Perfect for Shakespeare aficionados or anyone who just loves a good time
General Info Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Location: The Lounge At The Lion Duration: 90 minutes with no interval Age requirement: 21+ with valid ID Please see your ticket for more details
Description To beer…or not to beer? Get ready for an uproarious night of theater like you've never experienced before! Five actors meet in a hidden library as members of “The Drunk Shakespeare Society.” One of them takes five shots and attempts to perform…in a Shakespearean tragedy! Hilarity and mayhem ensue as the remaining sober actors attempt to keep the script on track. Watch as the libations flow and the lines between Shakespeare's eloquent prose and delightful chaos blur, making for a night that you won't forget! Whether you're a Shakespeare aficionado or someone who just loves a good time, "Drunk Shakespeare" promises an unforgettable experience. Hurry and secure your tickets now before they vanish like that last drink at happy hour. Cheers!<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/155580/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

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The Edge Theater

The Dramatic Improv Festival returns to Chicago, August 20-23 for four days celebrating the art of grounded, human, emotionally authentic improvisation.

Hosted by Theatre Momentum, the festival brings together improvisors, actors, and instructors from around the world for an exciting lineup of performances, workshops, and community events. Whether you're an experienced performer, a theatre artist looking to expand your craft, or simply a fan of compelling live performance, the Dramatic Improv Festival offers a unique opportunity to experience a different side of improv.

Festival performances showcase character-driven, story-focused improvisation that emphasizes authentic relationships, emotional honesty, and meaningful storytelling. During the day, participants can train with acclaimed instructors in workshops covering dramatic improvisation, acting, storytelling, and performance techniques. 

Since its founding in 2019, the Dramatic Improv Festival has welcomed performers and teachers from around the world, creating one of the world's premier gatherings for dramatic improvisation.

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Performances take place at The Edge Theater in Chicago. Individual performance tickets are $20, with workshop registration available separately.

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Held weekly on Thursdays from 4-8 p.m. on Level 4 of the iconic Mag Mile shopping center, City Market IRL will feature live music and family-friendly community programming alongside more than 100 local vendors offering ready-to-eat dinner options, vintage and upcycled goods, and hand-crafted gifts. 
City Market IRL builds on the success of the annual Water Tower Place indoor winter market. Created in partnership with the <a href="https://www.southloopfarmersmarket.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">South Loop Farmers Market</a>, City Market IRL moves beyond the traditional market experience to curate an inviting “third space,” where visitors can connect, explore and experience the magic of summer in Chicago – together. 
“City Market IRL is about bringing people together through food, culture, creativity and shared experiences,” said Tina Feldstein, Co-Founder and Market Manager at the South Loop Farmers Market. “We’re creating a vibrant weekly gathering place where Chicagoans and visitors alike can spend an evening discovering local makers, enjoying great food and reconnecting with community.”
Like the winter market, City Market IRL will be both pet and family-friendly and will feature expanded seating and lounge-style gathering areas designed to encourage guests to relax, eat, connect and enjoy the atmosphere. 
Additional vendor announcements, programming details and partnership information will be shared in the coming weeks. For more information, please visit: <a href="https://www.citymarketirl.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.citymarketirl.com/</a>
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Water Tower Place is a Chicago landmark on the Magnificent Mile, renowned for its vast selection of over 70 stores including American Girl Place, LEGO, Adidas, and many more. Beyond shopping, the eight-story center also hosts several entertainment options, including the 550-seat live theater venue Broadway in Chicago and the Chicago Sports Museum. As the center celebrates its 50th anniversary, Water Tower Place recently announced a $170 million redevelopment plan starting in 2027 that will create a modern, experiential destination for a new generation of shoppers, diners and visitors. Explore our directory for a complete list of stores, dining choices, and more unique offerings at: <a href="https://www.shopwatertower.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.shopwatertower.com</a>.

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Introducing Third Thursdays — a neighborhood-wide summer celebration. Join the West Town Chamber of Commerce along Grand Ave as local businesses stay open late, bringing the community together for an evening of shopping, bites, drinks, music, and discovery. Wander the neighborhood, enjoy special offerings, discover something new, and experience the energy of West Town all summer long. 
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A luminary of post-bop and straight-ahead jazz, Warfield has shared the stage with many giants such as Dizzy Gillespie, Isaac Hayes, Jimmy Smith, and Shirley Scott, as well as alongside contemporaries like Christian McBride, Joey DeFrancesco, Nicholas Payton and Stefon Harris. His discography spans multiple Grammy-nominated projects as well as celebrated albums under his own name. Today, he shapes the next generation of artists as an Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Jazz Masters in Music program at Temple University’s Boyer College of Music, working under the leadership of Terell Stafford. 
The Tim Warfield Quartet will featuring pianist Richard Johnson, bassist Runere Brooks drummer Dana Hall (Thursday &amp; Fri) and drummer Dorian Phelps (Sat &amp; Sunday)

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On National Chicken Wing Day, July 29 several representatives from the Aurora, O&rsquo;Hare, Downers Grove and Wells Street Hooters locations had the opportunity to present Girls in the Game with a donation of $2,000 at Moore Park in Chicago. 

This is the third season in a row the Chicagoland area Hooters restaurants teamed up with the Chicago Wolves for their &ldquo;Score For Charity&rdquo; program. As part of the partnership, the Chicagoland area Hooters locations selected the non-profit Girls in the Game. 

Each time Wolves players Charles Alexis Legault or Givani Smith scored a point during the 2025-26 American Hockey League season, Hooters donated toward this initiative. The teammates combined points, resulting in a $2,000 donation. The donation will support year-round sports, health and leadership programs for girls across Chicago.

 For Jamaya Jenkins the day of volunteering was extra special.

&ldquo;To be here as part of Hooters is a full circle moment. Participating in all the fun activities brought back some great memories from my childhood. Attending Girls in the Game as a child helped me develop into the person I am today and I am very thankful for the great mentorship and friendships that I've made from the program,&rdquo; said Jamaya Jenkins, a Wells Street Hooters Girl and Girls in the Game alum. 

HMC Hospitality Group employees who volunteered with and participated in this year&rsquo;s annual event and check presentation include Hooters Calendar Girls Jamaya Jenkins (Wells Street), Juliana Garcia (Aurora), Elliana Enriquez (Downers Grove), Alexis Daniels (O&rsquo;Hare), Lana Solak (O&rsquo;Hare), Emeli Rodriguez Lopez (O&rsquo;Hare) and Marketing Manager Stephanie Martinez. They were joined by representatives from the Chicago Wolves and Girls in the Game for the presentation and event which included various stations focused on physical and mental health activities. 

Hooters and Girls in the Game have been partners for the past few years, during which HMC employees have supported efforts at the organization&rsquo;s Sports and Leadership summer camp, a Day of Play, plus hosted teen participants at a Hooters location, teaching them about all of the career opportunities that exist within the company. 

&ldquo;This is the type of partnership that we value the most. It goes beyond the financial support and truly allows our participants to get to see the exceptional role models that the company sends to programming, making the impact somewhat beyond measure. It may look like 100 girls at a summer camp having fun, but I bet some of those lives may have been more deeply impacted by the interaction they got to have with the Hooters team. We are truly thankful that we continue to work together and cannot wait to do more together in the coming school year,&rdquo; said Dawn Kobel, Girls in the Game Director of Development and Communications. 
Girls in the Game uses a model that encourages girls to participate in non-competitive sports to learn valuable life skills such as confidence, teamwork, leadership and more. For more information about Girls in the Game visit <a href="http://www.girlsinthegame.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">www.girlsinthegame.org</a>. 

"Over the past three years of the Chicago Wolves&rsquo; partnership, Hooters and their Chicagoland stores have been an engaged community partner of the team. We&rsquo;ve found ways to take core shared values and match various initiatives. From our Stick It to Breast Cancer and sponsoring the Mystery Pucks in October; to helping underwrite tickets for hundreds of veterans and their families on our Military Nights during the season; to becoming a Score For Charity Partner to raise over $5500+ for Girls in the Game, we look forward to continuing our partnership with Chicagoland Hooters,&rdquo; said Chicago Wolves Hockey President of Operations Courtney Mahoney.

Since 2024 the Chicagoland Hooters locations have donated $6,000 to this program.

About HMC Hospitality Group
HMC Hospitality Group., founders of the Original Hooters concept, own and operate over 55 Hooters locations in Florida (Tampa Bay, Central Florida, and Jacksonville to Palm Bay), Chicagoland, Texas, Northern Indiana, and Georgia and two Hoots locations in Chicagoland. For over 40 years, the Original Hooters group has been known for its World Famous Chicken Wings, electric atmosphere, and legendary service from its proud and iconic Hooters Girls. As Hooters undergoes a strategic transformation, the brand is returning to the core principles that defined its early success &mdash; neighborhood hospitality, fresh and craveable food, and a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Original Hooters, along with their partners from Hoot Owl Restaurants LLC, will now operate the majority of domestic locations across the US. For more information about Hooters please visit <a href="https://www.originalhooters.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">www.originalhooters.com</a> or follow them at Instagram @originalhooters and Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/originalhooters" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/originalhooters</a>.

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