Diane Schneider

Cook County

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Niles-Morton Grove

Illinois

Park Ridge

Rachel Barnes

Skokie

Eric DeGrechie

Glenview

Wilmette-Kenilworth

Des Plaines

Evanston

Winnetka-Glencoe

Northbrook

Lincoln Square

North Center-Roscoe Village

Central Street

Come&nbsp;celebrate spring on Central Street! Central Street Evanston's Spring's&nbsp;ALIVE! annual spring celebration returns on May 2 during regular&nbsp;business hours. Businesses, eateries, and community come together for&nbsp;spring-themed shopping and dining promotions and special in-store fun. Join us for Spring Fever shopping promotions, Taste of Spring food and&nbsp;drink specials, and Spring Fling in-store experiences. Smile for the&nbsp;camera at the interactive photobooth experience and leave with a free&nbsp;keepsake photo flipbook. Gather your friends and family for The Great&nbsp;Central Street Scavenger Hunt, in partnership with Central Street's Lock&nbsp;Chicago Escape Rooms and Roamli. This interactive scavenger hunt&nbsp;will take you and your team throughout the Central Street business&nbsp;district. Riddles, puzzles, and challenges will be spread across&nbsp;different businesses, and the teams with the most submissions will win&nbsp;amazing prizes.

Local Event: Central Street Evanston's Spring ALIVE! Annual Spring Celebration

Central Street Evanston's Spring ALIVE! Annual...

Come celebrate spring on Central Street! Central Street Evanston's Spring's ALIVE! annual spring celebration returns on May 2...

Central Street Evanston's Spring ALIVE! Annual Spring Celebration

Glenview Community Church

Also Sunday, May 3 at 3pm
Sublime beauty awaits you at the Season Finale concerts, “From Darkness to Light.” The program features Morten Lauridsen’s beloved Lux Aeterna, Gabriel Fauré’s ever-popular Cantique de Jean Racine, and Welsh composer Paul Mealor’s richly sonorous Stabat Mater. The chorus is joined by the Metropolis Symphony Orchestra and Soprano Angela De Venuto. Music Director John C. Hughes conducts.

Local Event: Lauridsen Lux Aeterna | Chicago Master Singers

Lauridsen Lux Aeterna | Chicago Master Singers

Also Sunday, May 3 at 3pm
Sublime beauty awaits you at the Season Finale concerts, “From Darkness to Light.” The program...

Join us this Sun, May 3rd (11am-5pm) to shop small, local &amp; sustainable with 115+ talented artisans at our flagship Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market&nbsp;at historic Morgan MFG&nbsp;(401 N. Morgan St., Chicago). Get tix in advance &amp; save: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets</a>
This Sun, May 3rd is 1 week before Mother's Day -- so pick-up thoughtful gifts for Moms, Dads, Grads and Housewarmings. (Tip: Bring friends &amp; family with our 4 for $20 ticket option - in advance online.)
Locally owned &amp; operated, this curated INDOOR Sunday market celebrates the ingenuity of independently owned, small businesses who channel their passions into creating one-of-a-kind designs, home goods, art and food.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Get tickets at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets</a>
EVENT DETAILS:
* Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
* Hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
* Venue: Morgan MFG – 401 N. Morgan St., Chicago, IL 60642
* Cost: $8 General Admission ($10 at door) | 4 for $20 for groups (online in advance) | Deluxe CAM Tote + Gen Adm $10
Kids &lt;12 are free | Dog-friendly (leashed, well-behaved only)
TICKETS: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets</a>
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS:
* 115+ Chicago/Midwest artisans per market in food, fashion, home goods, &amp; art at each market.
* We offer bistro seating, plated food &amp; a fully stocked bar selling cocktails, wine &amp; beer so you can relax &amp; re-connect with friends, family &amp; co-workers.
* Food:&nbsp; Shop gourmet food items including pastries and confections, chocolate &amp; candy, sauces &amp; spices, healthy snacks, cocktail mixers, beverages, &amp; more.
* Fashion: Meet &amp; shop top clothing, jewelry, handbag, accessories designers
* Home Goods: Discover items showcasing smart design in home decor, bath &amp; body, natural skincare &amp; more.
* Decorative Art: Meet independent artists producing functional, decorative &amp; wearable art.
“Keep your friends close, and your supply chain closer." – Chicago Artisan Market
Gather &amp; re-connect with friends &amp; family , while shopping small, local, safe &amp; sustainable. <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get tickets now</a>.
Can't make it to Fulton Market this Sunday? The Chicago Artisan Market will also be back at Morgan MFG on Sun, Jul 12th. &nbsp;We're also in <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville</a>, <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/rsvp-winnetka" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Winnetka</a>, <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook</a> &amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/rsvp-northbrook" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Northbrook</a> OUTDOORS in May &amp;&nbsp;June.&nbsp;<a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/calendar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View our full 2026 Market Calendar</a>
About Us: We are a Chicago company based in Oak Brook, IL that has been showcasing independent artisans and small businesses for 20+ years. We operate two City markets in the vibrant <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fulton Market</a> and <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-ravenswood" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ravenswood</a> neighborhoods. We also operate the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a> in Oak Brook, IL, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> at CityGate Centre in Naperville, IL, and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a> in downtown Winnetka, IL and downtown Northbrook, IL.
Are you a talented Midwest artisan looking to vend in the greater Chicago area? Learn more at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a> or apply now at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>. (Vendors - we don't charge junk fees just to fill out application online.)
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Local Event: Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market - Sun, May 3rd (Spring Market)

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Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market - Sun,...

Join us this Sun, May 3rd (11am-5pm) to shop small, local & sustainable with 115+ talented artisans at our flagship Chicago...

Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market - Sun, May 3rd (Spring Market)

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Park Ridge on Tuesday, May 5th! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED, with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust and will be available for PICK UP at 5:45pm at 225 W Touhy Road. Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Tuesday. But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because these events sell out!
Twice is nice! Place two or more orders for delivery on the same day and only pay the $5 DwellSocial Fee once.View menu + order:&nbsp;<a href="https://dwell.social/494oVvF" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/494oVvF</a>

Local Event: Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's is headed to you! Order by noon.

Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Park Ridge on Tuesday, May 5th! Note that pizzas will be PAR...

Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's is headed to you! Order by noon.

International Servant Leaders Museum

<h2>May 8 – Exhibition Opening, Remarks &amp; Poetry</h2>
Description: 
Join us for the opening night of The White Rose &amp; The Beloved Community, the International Servant Leaders Museum’s 3rd Annual Event, co-sponsored by Northeastern Illinois University’s College of Arts and Sciences as part of its Spring 2026 Human Rights Series. An evening of reflection and inspiration honoring lives of courage, conscience, and service to humanity.
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🎨 Exhibition Opening: 6:00 p.m.
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🎤 Remarks: President of Northeastern Illinois University
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📖 Poetry: Ivan Ramos
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📅 Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
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📍 Location: International Servant Leaders Museum, 9233 Shermer Rd, Morton Grove, IL
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💵 Admission: Free — Donations are needed and deeply appreciated to support our mission
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✉️ RSVP: Recommended, not required (<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DehFoundation@gmail.com<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" data-rtl-flip="" class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]"><use href="/cdn/assets/sprites-core-97566a9e.svg#304883" fill="currentColor"></use></svg></a>)</li></ul>

Local Event: The White Rose & The Beloved Community: An Exhibition 

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May 8 – Exhibition Opening, Remarks & Poetry
Description: 
Join us for the opening night of The White Rose & The Beloved...

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