Neighborhood News from Wrigleyville, Lincoln Park, Streeterville, Chicago-wide, Near North Side
Baseball is back! The Chicago Cubs open their 119th season on Thursday, April 7 at the Friendly Confines of Wrigley Field, 1060 W. Addison Street. The Cubs take on their National League Central rival Milwaukee Brewers at 1:20pm. Kyle Hendricks starts as pitcher, and fans will have their first look at offseason marquee signing Seiya Suzuki. For tickets and information, click here.
Chicago White Sox fans will have their Opening Day vs. the Seattle Mariners at Guaranteed Rate Field on Tuesday, April 12 at 3:10pm. For tickets and information, click here.
Prom Night Revisited! Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 N. Clark Street, closes down the kiddie parts on Thursday, April 7, for Adults Night Out, a post-prom party from 6:30pm-10pm, complete with boozy punch, a live DJ spinning throwback tunes, outdoor fun, themed photo ops, lawn games, food and drinks for the 21+ crowd. Dress in your prom-date best. You can even build your boutonnière or corsage! All tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the gate. For tickets, click here.
Hail, ‘King James!’ This is last weekend for the Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s acclaimed ‘King James,’ which ends its month-long run in Lincoln Park, 1650 N. Halsted Street, on Sunday, April 10. The play tells the story of 12 years of LeBron James’ life, through the eyes and relationship of two friends, from his rookie season to the NBA Championship. Written by ensemble member Rajiv Joseph, King James, according to Steppenwolf’s website, is “an intimate exploration of the place that sports occupy in our lives and relationships.” For tickets, click here.
Kidchella? Hella, yah! At Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, on Sunday, April 10, ‘The Amazingly Outrageous Family Party‘ a free event, starts at noon and goes to 6pm. The organizers encourage you to come in your best costume, wild hats, anime outfits or best party outfit! Artisan vendors, the Kidchella festival, giant games, entertainment and Grammy nominee Steve Silk Hurley round out the event. For information, click here.
The 15th Annual Chicago Restaurant Week 2022 ends Sunday, April 10. It’s your last chance for multi-course meals at $25 for brunch or lunch, and $39 and/or $55 for dinner (excluding beverages, tax, gratuity, and delivery fees). For a list of participating restaurants, click here.
Immerse yourself in a life-affirming yoga class at the site of Immersive Frieda Kahlo, 108 W. Germania Place, on Sunday, April 10, from 9am-9:45am. All classes take place in the multi-sensory Immersive Frida Kahlo exhibit space. According to the instructors, “Each workout is designed to challenge the body and inspire the mind; choreographed in harmony with the music, sounds, light, and moving images from Frida Kahlo’s vast catalog of masterpieces.” After class, you are invited to stay and experience the art around you for an additional 25 minutes. April offers a buy one-get one free option. For tickets, click here.
Alison Moran-Powers and Dean’s Team Chicago
