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New Businesses, Renovations, And Restaurants Slated For Downtown Frankfort

February 6, 2024February 6, 2024 News Editor 1 Comment

New Businesses, Renovations, And Restaurants Slated For Downtown Frankfort The Frankfort Village Board convened on Monday, February 5, 2024, to address several crucial development proposals aimed at enhancing the village’s landscape and enriching community offerings. Among the significant approvals are the Olde Frankfort Mall Development at 15 Ash Street, a Special Use Permit for Indoor…

Business, Frankfort, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Unveiling Wonder: Andi Gladwin’s “SHUFFLED” Delivers an Unforgettable Night of Magic at The Rhapsody Theater in Chicago

November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 Aaron Hanania No Comments

Unveiling Wonder: Andi Gladwin’s “SHUFFLED” delivers an unforgettable night of magic at The Rhapsody Theater in Chicago Andi Gladwin’s new intimate magic show unveils a mesmerizing fusion of storytelling, technology, and your very own deck of cards! An electrifying evening of magic awaits you for this brand-new show, developed exclusively for performances at The Rhapsody Theater….

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Dolton to host Back to School event August 5

August 1, 2023August 1, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Dolton to host Back to School event August 5 The Dolton Park District is excited to announce its annual Back to School event, taking place this Saturday, August 5th, from 12 noon until 3pm. This year’s event is proudly powered by Rucker and Rucker, in partnership with Power 92, and promises to be a day…

Education, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Cicero prepares for CiceroFest July 6 through 9

June 28, 2023June 28, 2023 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Cicero prepares for CiceroFest July 6 through 9 The Town of Cicero will host its annual CiceroFest at Cicero Community Park at 34th and Laramie Avenue from July 6 through July 9 and eliminate the annual fire works display replacing it with a spectacular laser light show. The festival will include live bands Thursday and…

Culture, Entertainment, Events, Festival, Government, News, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland, Town of Cicero

Live theater in suburbs offers alternatives to Chicago’s risky visits

October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Live theater in suburbs offers alternatives to Chicago’s risky visits As gun violence increases in Chicago, more and more suburbanites are reconsidering visits to the crime plagued city and turning to alternative options for business, school and entertainment in the surrounding suburbs. Although the Chicago Theater offers some great performances, the exposure before and after…

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The Old Joliet Haunted Prison returns for the 2022 season

September 15, 2022September 15, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

The Old Joliet Haunted Prison returns for the 2022 season Chicagoland’s Only Haunted House Inside an Actual Abandoned Prison Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group ThirteenthFloor.com, producers of world-class live events and location-based entertainment experiences, returns with The Old Joliet Haunted Prison for the 2022 haunting season. Officially open to the public on Saturday, September 24, and…

Entertainment, Features, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17 The Lyons Township Democratic Organization will host its annual FallFest on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 AM until 2 PM. The event is hosted by Democratic Committeeman Steven Landek and will feature local, county and state elected officials along with Democratic Party endorsed candidates. The…

Cook County, elections, Entertainment, Events, News, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge

January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge All other Steppenwolf productions proceeding as planned, with Seagull opening the new Ensemble Theater April–June 2022 Due to the COVID-19 surge driven by the Omicron variant, and out of an abundance of caution for public health, Steppenwolf Theatre Company has postponed its Steppenwolf for Young…