Take a hike at these suburban Chicago, northwest Indiana locations
We could all use a little TLC from Mother Nature right about now. Luckily, Chicagoland is teeming with plenty of trails and preserves. "We strongly believe our open lands are...
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Naperville Carillon will host weekly concerts for first responders
Consider it a big thank you. Wanting to honor healthcare workers and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic in a giant way, Naperville is turning to its Millennium Carillon in...
Small Fox Valley, Naperville theaters adjust to coronavirus closings, uncertain future
Small theater groups are used to working with thin budgets, limited cast availability and unforeseen problems. "The show must go on" is their mantra. But with the coronavirus pandemic shutting...
Naperville teen bassist will perform with DuPage Symphony at March concert
Nicholas Boettcher, who plays double bass, is the DuPage Symphony Orchestra's 2020 Young Artists Auditions first-place winner. He will perform with the orchestra during its "Gateway to Romance" concert March...
Fox Valley Brass Band joins forces with Des Plaines community for concert
Editor's note: The Fox Valley Brass Band/Des Plaines Community Band concert on March 22 in Des Plaines has been postponed to a date to be announced at a later time....
Fox Valley Jazz Big Band gives a lesson in east coast vs. west coast jazz
The coasts will collide at the Fox Valley Jazz Big Band's "East Coast Meets West Coast" concert at 2 p.m. March 15 at The Venue in Aurora. "Our concert will...
Waukegan Symphony has a ‘suite’ concert offering
Editor's note: Waukegan Symphony Orchestra's March 15 at Waukegan High School was canceled March 12 due to coronavirus. Suites can be a sweet way to sample an orchestra. Waukegan Symphony...
Elgin Symphony Orchestra performs with mariachi group
Think of it as a musical fiesta. Mariachi Acero de Las Vegas will take the stage for a joint performance with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. March 7...
Girls get real in Brightside’s ‘Steel Magnolias’
Bring your hankies. BrightSide Theatre's production of "Steel Magnolias" will be performed March 6-22 at the Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall in Naperville. "As we continue our ninth season — Guilty...
Lake Forest Civic Orchestra salutes Beethoven’s 250th birthday
Violin soloist Leanne League will perform Ludwig van Beethoven's "Violin Concerto in D Major" during the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra's "Beethoven with Bromius" concert March 8 in Lake Forest. Happy...