The Iron Maidens bring their metal tribute band back to Joliet
The ladies who call themselves “the world’s only female tribute to Iron Maiden” are coming back to Joliet. The Iron Maidens, who performed in September at The Forge, return there...
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The Emerald Green in Hammond caters to more than golfers
Frank Rende has channeled his passion for cooking into bringing new life to the second level of Lost Marsh Golf Course’s clubhouse in Hammond. “I’m just really passionate about food....
‘Voice’ contestant Muessigmann headlines Farm & Barn Fest in Mokena
It has been nearly six years since a mainstream national audience was introduced to country singer-songwriter Casey Muessigmann on Season 3 of the NBC-TV vocal competition show “The Voice.” Since...
Homewood-Flossmoor theater students present ‘Theory of Relativity’ in Flossmoor
It is rare for high school theater productions to be run by virtually all students but that is the case with an upcoming musical in Flossmoor. Homewood-Flossmoor High School’s Leaders...
Barker Mansion debuts dog-friendly walking tour in Michigan City
Pet parents often look for activities they can do with their furry friends, and the Barker Mansion offers a different way to explore Michigan City history with one’s canine companion....
Friendship Botanic Gardens offers Lyric Opera preview in Michigan City
Northwest Indiana opera fans do not have to travel far to get a preview of the famous Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2018-19 season. Gary Alexander, Cornelius Johnson, Kimberly E. Jones,...
Governors State University festival welcomes filmmakers to the Southland
Emerging filmmakers have an opportunity to showcase their creations thanks to the inaugural Chicago Southland International Film Festival at Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts in University Park. “We...
Lake Katherine in Palos Heights looks at ‘Science of Chocolate’
Many people say they love chocolate but there is much more to the food than eating it. One can find out more by attending “The Science of Chocolate” Aug. 8...
Oak Lawn Park District Theatre takes on ‘challenging’ musical ‘Cry-Baby’
When people think of “Cry-Baby,” the movie starring Johnny Depp in the title role may come to mind, but that John Waters film also was the basis for a musical....
Open Outcry pairs craft beer and wood-fired pizza in Morgan Park
A one-year anniversary gift from John Brand’s wife in 2005 led to him celebrating the one-year anniversary of Open Outcry Brewing Co. in July in Chicago’s Morgan Park neighborhood. Elisa...