THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO - CHICAGO’S SUMMER KEEPS ON ROCKIN’!
Our summer here in Chicago just keeps on rockin' with the following planned weekend events. Hope you and yours have some time to kick back and have some fun!
The Old St. Pat's World's Largest Block Party is this Friday and Saturday. Located in the West Loop neighborhood on Madison Street and Des Plaines Avenue, this annual fest has two stages of live music and includes five drink tickets (choice of bottled water, soda, beer or wine) with your admission. Click here for times, admission prices and band lineup.
The 24th Annual Irish American Heritage Festival takes place at the Irish American Heritage Center in the North Park neighborhood. This indoor-outdoor cultural fest has much to offer including five stages of live Irish and American music. Don't forget to participate in the mashed-potato eating contest on Friday at 8:30 p.m. Click here for dates, times, admission prices and music lineup.
The West Fest 2009 is this Friday and Saturday as well. Located in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood at Chicago and Damen Avenues, this local street fest has three stages for area bands and DJs, plus much more. A $5 donation is being requested. Click here for times and the entertainment schedule.
The Chicago Folk and Roots Festival is this Saturday and Sunday at Welles Park in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. This 12th annual fest not only features live music but also includes dance lessons, arts and crafts, kids' entertainment and much more. There's an $8 suggested donation, $4 for kids and seniors. Click here for times and band lineup. Please note - NO bikes, bottles, coolers, dogs or recording devices allowed!
The Taste of The Glen is this Saturday and Sunday at the Glen Tower Center located at 1951 Tower Drive in Glenview. Admission is free and this taste offers fare from area restaurants, wine and microbrew tastings, kids' activities and more. Click here for more information.
Now, for those of you who have trouble sleeping in the late evening and wee hours of the morning, the L.A.T.E. Ride 2009 takes place this Saturday at 11:00 p.m. and continues through Sunday at 6:00 a.m. This 25-mile long bike ride meets up at Buckingham Fountain (500 S. Lake Shore Drive) and ends up at Grant Park for breakfast. Price is $40. Click here for registration and route information.
Finally, after taking a short hiatus for the 4th of July holiday, Movies in the Parks resumed this week, with this weekend movies being:
Friday, July 10th: "Hancock", Gwendolyn Brooks Park, 4542 S. Greenwood Ave.; "Shrek", Nichols Park, 1355 E. 53rd St.; "Kung Fu Panda", Riis Park, 6100 W. Fullerton Ave.
Saturday, July 11th: "Get Smart", Senn Playlot Park, 5887 N. Ridge Ave.; "The Longshots", Brainerd Park, 1246 W. 92nd St.
By the way, my four-legged, furry kids, Buddy and Gracie, wanted me to remind everyone that the Canine Cruise kicks off this Sunday and continues each Sunday to September 27th. It's a 90-minute cruise along the river and lake, which also includes doggie amenities. Click here for more information.
I guess I'll know what I'll be doing on my Sundays - at least until September 27th!! Have A Great Weekend -
SUE MOSS & DEAN'S TEAM CHICAGO
