Best of Fall: The Crafty Activist
Dorothy Burge stitches historical significance into her quilts of Black veterans.
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Best of Fall: The Graphic Stenographer
Tony Lewis connects the dots between language and art.
Best of Fall: The Soul Searcher
Back to her country roots, singer Stella Lefty is out to prove she’s no one-hit...
The Best of Fall Culture
Meet the people behind the season’s 10 happenings you won’t want to miss.
Seven Reasons to Get Away This Fall
From an inaugural food fest to an art museum expansion, the time is right to...
Artist Brendan Fernandes Embraces Kenyan Textiles
Known for blurring borders, the multidisciplinary artist's new show challenges perceptions.
September Agenda
Top 10 reasons to fill up your calendar this month
The Gospel Legend Who Spurred on MLK’s ‘Dream’ Speech
Mahalia Jackson was a pioneer in both music and civil rights. Here’s what we learned...
August Agenda
Top 10 reasons to fill up your calendar this month.
A Classical Piece Washes Ashore at Ravinia
Composer Stacy Garrop dives into Lake Michigan themes for a new chamber piece.
Five Things to Do: July 10-12
What to do in Chicago this weekend.
The Party’s Not Over
Eric Williams’s street festival nearly ruined him financially during its 18-year run. He’s bringing it...
A Pulitzer Winner’s New Book Will Make You Uncomfortable
In a new-to-him genre, Evanston’s Daniel Kraus explores the meaning of agency, family, and life...