THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Brief Reprieve from ‘Ole Man Winter!
Are you tired of winter already and looking forward to the warmer months ahead? Well, it just so happens that this weekend will offer you a brief reprieve from ‘ole man winter with the following events!
The 38th annual Cubs Convention returns this weekend to the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers (301 E. Water St.) in the Streeterville neighborhood. Get ready for an unforgettable winter weekend filled with fan-favorite activities which include autograph sessions and engaging panel discussions with Cubs legends, players, and coaches; exhibits such as the popular Archive Rooms; live Cubs Authentics auctions and memorabilia with items up for bid such as game-used jerseys, baseballs, bats, and more; player meet and greets; season ticket holder exclusive experiences; fan-favorites Cubs Bingo and Harry Carayoke presented by Budweiser; and much more! Plus, new this year are Cubs Chats (learning firsthand from coaches), and Backyard Baseball (a nostalgic video game) where you will have a chance to compete against Cubs players. In addition, the Cubs will also honor Martin Luther King, Jr. celebrating his life and legacy with a thoughtful conversation with alumni on Sunday. Don’t miss this great opportunity to join your fellow Cubs fans at this action-packed weekend and let’s “play ball!”
The 3rd annual NA Day, Chicago’s non-alcoholic tasting event, will offer two taste sessions (12 p.m.-2 p.m. & 3 p.m.-5 p.m.) this Saturday at the Loft on Lake (1366 W. Lake St.) in the West Loop. This alcohol-free social gathering will showcase big name brands like Ritual Zero Proof, Seedlip, and others who will be offering a wide variety of non-alcoholic beers, wines, and spirits along with new and upcoming vendors at this growing sector of the beverage industry. Whether sober, sober curious, cutting back, practicing dry, or trying something new, this event is open to everyone!
The West Loop’s restaurant PB&J: Pizza Beer & Jukebox (205 N. Peoria St.) will be hosting its Beer & Pizza Fest this Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. It’s an afternoon dedicated to the unbeatable combo of pizza and beer where attendees get to sample 15-20 beers and 5 different pizzas. And, if you upgrade to a VIP ticket, you will have an extra hour (12 p.m.-1 p.m.) of beer tastings. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast, a pizza lover, or both, this event will not disappoint!
Stephanie Izard, one of Chicago’s top chefs, has announced she will be hosting a fundraiser, the LA Fire Relief Brunch, at her West Loop restaurant, Girl & the Goat (809 W. Randolph St.) this Sunday (11 a.m.). She will be teaming up with an incredible lineup of all-star chefs, which include Chicago chefs and Izard herself having LA connections, who will be serving up this brunch. Best of all, ALL proceeds will go to the CA Wildfire Disaster & Relief Fund!
Need to get your kids to release their pent-up energy from being couped up too long? It just so happens that the Harold Washington Library Center (400 S. State St.) in The Loop will be hosting a Family Fun Fest this Sunday (1 p.m.-4 p.m.). It’s an open house celebration with winter play activities, music, art, and more for children of all ages and their families! Registration is required.
This Saturday (9 a.m.-2 p.m.), the Rainbow PUSH Coalition National Headquarters (930 E. 50th St.) in the Hyde Park neighborhood will be hosting a Day of Service and Learning Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.. This family-friendly, free event will feature a day-long resource fair, community service projects to participate in, breakout sessions, and more with Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., members of the Jackson Family, and the Rainbow PUSH coalition!
Sue Moss and Dean’s Team Chicago
