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A peek into the new musical Iceboy! with Megan Mullaly and Nick Offerman, Grey Henson, Cedric Yarbrough, Sarah Stiles, Alex Goodrich & more

Posted on May 28, 2026May 28, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on A peek into the new musical Iceboy! with Megan Mullaly and Nick Offerman, Grey Henson, Cedric Yarbrough, Sarah Stiles, Alex Goodrich & more
A peek into the new musical Iceboy! with Megan Mullaly and Nick Offerman, Grey Henson, Cedric Yarbrough, Sarah Stiles, Alex Goodrich & more

A peek into the new musical Iceboy! with Megan Mullaly and Nick Offerman, Grey Henson, Cedric Yarbrough, Sarah Stiles, Alex Goodrich & more Rehearsals are underway for the musical event of the summer:Iceboy! Or, The Completely Untrue Story of How Eugene O‘Neill Came to Write The Iceman Cometh. With music by Mark Hollmann, lyrics by…

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Nothing Bundt Cakes® Brings Back Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl and Debuts Banana Prepared with NUTELLA® Pop-Up for Spring

Posted on May 28, 2026May 28, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Nothing Bundt Cakes® Brings Back Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl and Debuts Banana Prepared with NUTELLA® Pop-Up for Spring
Nothing Bundt Cakes® Brings Back Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl and Debuts Banana Prepared with NUTELLA® Pop-Up for Spring

Nothing Bundt Cakes® Brings Back Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl and Debuts Banana Prepared with NUTELLA® Pop-Up for Spring ‘America’s No. 1 food brand’ unveils new retail options and two limited-time flavors for the season’s busiest stretch of milestones Nothing Bundt Cakes is welcoming spring with a lineup of limited-time flavors designed for a calendar filled with…

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Enjoy special film screenings, deal and in-theatre experience at Emagine Theatres this June

Posted on May 28, 2026May 28, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Enjoy special film screenings, deal and in-theatre experience at Emagine Theatres this June
Enjoy special film screenings, deal and in-theatre experience at Emagine Theatres this June

Enjoy special film screenings, deal and in-theatre experience at Emagine Theatres this June   This June experience the magic of movies at Emagine Theatres while enjoying on-site activations and deals that you won’t find anywhere else. Emagine offers their guests a luxury, movie-going experience that features leather power-reclining seats, reserved seating, in-seat service, upscale amenities, gourmet…

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Centennial Park Aquatic Center Kicks Off Summer Season May 23

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Centennial Park Aquatic Center Kicks Off Summer Season May 23
Centennial Park Aquatic Center Kicks Off Summer Season May 23

Centennial Park Aquatic Center Kicks Off Summer Season May 23 Get ready to make a splash this summer! The Centennial Park Aquatic Center (CPAC), located at 15600 West Avenue in Orland Park, officially opens for the 2026 season on Saturday, May 23. The facility will open at 10 a.m. for members and 11 a.m. for…

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Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events

Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events
Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events

Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events The Village of Orland Park is proud to celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday with a year full of special events and programs. The season of celebration will kick off with the Red, White & Blue BBQ Fest & Parade on Saturday,…

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Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026

Posted on March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026

Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026 CHICAGO – Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble (CDE) presents the world premiere of Architecture of Memory, May 8 – 23, at Chicago Danztheatre, 1650 W. Foster Avenue. The opening night/press performance is Friday, May 8 at 8 p.m.   The performance schedule is Fridays and Saturdays…

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 Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th!

Posted on March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on  Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th!
 Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th!

 Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th! HOT ROD POWER TOUR & HOT ROD DRAG WEEK. THE SUMMER’S ULTIMATE ROAD TRIPS ON THE LEGENDARY HIGHWAY Plan Your Trip Now For Route 66 in 2026!  (LOS ANGELES) March 18, 2026 — This year the mighty HOT ROD Power Tour in June and the highly competitive…

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Inaugural FECK Awards Honor Four Extraordinary Changemakers Championing Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness

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Inaugural FECK Awards Honor Four Extraordinary Changemakers Championing Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness

Inaugural FECK Awards Honor Four Extraordinary Changemakers Championing Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness Created by entertainment industry leader and philanthropist Chaz Ebert, the 2026 winners will be recognized at the FECK Awards live event in Chicago on April 4 Chicago (March 18, 2026) – The FECK Awards, a powerful new national recognition program celebrating individuals…

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