The Chicago Humanities FestivalCreative Director Michael GreenThe Spring Chicago Humanities Festival is in full swing and runs at venues across the city through June 13th!  You can see intimate conversations with actors, politicians, activists, chefs and influencers. Michael talks about some of the hottest events at the festival including Ezra Klein at the UIC Forum, Paul Reiser at the Music Box Theatre, Master Chef Kristen Kish at the Ramova Theatre or Leslie Odom Jr. at the Art Institute of Chicago! There's something for everyone at the Chicago Humanities Festival!Tickets and information: https://www.chicagohumanities.org/
"25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Beeat the Paramount's Copley Theatre in AuroraStar Veronica GarzaIt's a battle of wits as 6 contestants vie for the spelling bee championship of a lifetime in this hilarious musical!  Veronica Garza joins us to talk about this coming of age tale that combines the epic struggles of these middle school students and provides memories everyone can relate to! Through 4/27 - Tickets: https://paramountaurora.com/
City CruisesGeneral Manager Grace FullerFrom dyeing the river green to dining on the Chicago River, city cruises are in full swing!  Take a ride on the Seadog, have dinner on the Odyssey...and experience Chicago on Lake Michigan and the Chicago river eying gorgeous architective, and stunning views!  Whether it's to celebrate a special day or just spending the night as a tourist in your own city, Grace details every way to see the Windy city from the water! Info: CityCruises.com
Celebrating 312 Day in Chicago with Goose Island/Vienna BeefTodd Ahsmann, President of Goose IslandEvery year on March 12th, two Chicago institutions - Goose Island and Vienna Beef team up to host a "312" dinner complete with Chicago style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, homemade giardiniera and a Palmer House brownie!  Andrea talks with Todd about the creation of this fine-dining experience and how it's the event of the year for every Chicago foodie!Info: GooseIsland.com