Lisa Arnett

THU 8/7 Gonna make you sweat If you think your summer commute is sweaty, just wait until The Sweat Girls take the stage in "Sweatilicious." The self-described "mighty mavens of...

Hello, summer. So nice of you to join us. Lightening storms, almost-tornados, humidity thicker than pea soup -- you certainly know how to make an entrance. Yes, we saw you...

What's next? That's not a sigh of exasperation. It's an honest question. After watching Wicker Park's Division Street strip explode with new shops, bars and restaurants over the last year...

The Parakeet, $12 Looking to clear your head on a hot day? A little bird told us about an especially spicy sipper from Jerry Kleiner's Hyde Park spot, Park 52...

ShopWalk Tour on Southport Tour Southport boutiques with stylist Danielle Lutz, with drinks and 10 percent discounts along the way. Stops include City Soles, Krista K, Bourdage Pearls, Tula and...

Soles 4 Souls at Hubba-Hubba Bring in a pair of gently worn shoes in exchange for a discount coupon for up to 20 percent on an item of your choice....

Shopping can be so much more than browsing and buying. Gather your friends and make a party out of shopping. Spring Trunk Shows at Florodora This Loop boutique celebrates its...

Spring is (finally, sort of) in the air. Get out to these sales. Beta Boutique Celebrate the third birthday of this permanent sample-sale store with champagne and cupcakes. Buy any...

Mercat a la Planxa The Blackstone, 638 S. Michigan Ave.; 312-765-0524, www.mercatchicago.com Ever since our trip to Barcelona last year, we've been dreaming of returning for just one more tapa....

Pinching pennies? Shop these sales and focus on how much you're saving. Pajama Party Blowout Sale Saturday, 6-10 a.m. Wear your pajamas (the staff will too) to this early morning...