Roller skating returns to Navy Pier this summer!  You don't want to miss this retro party running through the summer where you can "couples skate," "backward skate," and "yo-yo" all across this spectacular rink at Chicago's hottest tourist attraction -Summer Skate at Navy Pier!  Andrea talks to Dylan Hankey,  Senior Director of Programming and Production at Navy Pier about the ultimate indoor roller skating experience. Through September 7th. Tickets and information: navypier.org

Get ready to be bedazzled by the Champions of Magic, now at the historic Studebaker Theatre. Andrea is joined by magician and illusionist Sam Strange (of the duo Young & Strange) to talk about North America's largest illusion show! Four magicians onstage combine Broadway-scale special effects and a high energy performance, complete with lots of audience participation that will leave you wondering how and why for days to come! Runs through August 23rd. Tickets and information: championsofmagictour.com 

Then, summer is shimmering at the Chicago Botanic Gardens!  Andrea talks to Jodi Zombolo, VP of Special Events, about "Shimmering Summer" and "Evanescent" at the CBG!  Visitors can engage with a trail of larger than life iridescent bubbles that reflect the landscape and enjoy lively family-friendly events throughout the season.  Runs through September 20th.  Information: chicagobotanic.org

Next, One of Chicago's longest running and most delicious restaurants - the Italian Village has a new addition!  Cafe Pisolino Is open and ready to serve you the finest coffee, lattes, pastries, and more in their new downstairs cafe!  Andrea talks to President Jonathan Capitanini about his family's 100+-year-old business, family traditions, the new cafe, as well as the two other restaurants inside!  A Chicago staple since 1927.  Information:  thevillage-chicago.com

Next up, the Andersonville Farmers Market is in full swing!  Andrea talks to market manager Joan Oberndorf about the 17th annual market featuring more than 60 vendors, where everything is grown or produced within a 200-mile radius.  The 24- week festival offers programming, entertainment and many great local restaurants, farmers, food and clothing!  Information: andersonvillemarket.org

Finally, the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) Robotics show hits McCormick Place this weekend!  Andrea talks to A3 President Jeff Burnstein about Automate 2026, the USA's largest robotics and automation event including new trends we will be seeing, such as robotic bartenders and baristas.  Information: automateshow.com