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Security Officer Michael Malone in Maggie Daley Park where he performed CPR on a man who had suffered a seizure, saving the man’s life. Photo by Angela Gagnon

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Save a life—Life ring throwing technique

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Chicago Fire Department and Streeterville Neighborhood Advocates hold life ring demonstration

By B. David Zarley Staff Writer Residents gathered in Streeterville at the Nicholas J. Melas Centennial Fountain on a clear morning on April 28 for a demonstration on how to use life buoys.

Organized by the Chicago Fire Department (CFD) and the Streeterville Neighborhood Advocates (SNA), Lt. Brian Otto of scuba team 688 taught attendees the best way to throw a life ring, before letting them take a few throws of their own.

With a dive boat from scuba team 688 maneuvering offshore, Otto explained the importance of knowing what to do during a water emergency. “Residents and passersby are far from powerless,” he said.

“They are in fact, often on the frontline for marine rescues.”

According to Otto, the most important thing to do is to call 911 and let the dispatchers know what is happening and where. For river incidents, providing information on the emergency’s location—like “near the fountain” or “under a bridge’— and what side of the river the incident is on, can save precious time.

Once you call 911, the next best step is to encourage the person in distress to swim toward the shore. According to Otto, many victims can swim, but begin to panic and lose their faculties after the initial shock of falling in. Encouragement can be enough to snap them into focus. Any passing boats should be flagged down as well, as they can potentially pluck a victim from the water before CFD arrives.

Next, life buoy rings should be thrown

Lt. Brian Otto of the Chicago Fire Department throws a life ring into the Chicago River from the Nicholas J. Melas Centennial Fountain on the morning of April 28, 2018. Photo by B. David Zarley

toward the person in distress. The rings are intended to keep someone afloat until rescuers can reach them and each ring can support three or four people, Otto said.

While the ring should be thrown however feels most comfortable, tossing the buoy upwind or up-current can help push it toward a drowning victim.

After learning the ropes from Otto, residents took turns tossing the ring to a CFD diver floating in the river.

“I expected it to be so heavy I couldn’t lift it,” said Kathy Schubert, a Lincoln Park resident who got a throw in. “I was able to lift it, and I got it over the edge.”

Otto discouraged potential rescuers

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from jumping into the water themselves, as a drowning person can be remarkably dangerous in their fear and could pull them down. Also, the Chicago River doesn’t provide many places to get out once you have taken the plunge. If you must jump in, a ring or life jacket should be taken with you. If you fear getting pulled under or hurt by the victim, the ring or jacket can be handed over from a safe distance.

“Having grown up on the water, I’ve had this education most of my life,” said Craig Kaiser, head of Streeterville Neighborhood Advocates and the organizer of the demo.

“I thought it was important to share it.”

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Local hero performs CPR, helps save life in Maggie Daley Park That’s when Malone started CPR. His quick response worked, and after a few minutes, the man finally coughed.

It was just a normal Saturday in Maggie “We celebrated like it was a sporting Daley Park—until it wasn’t. event,” Malone said. “And then he went to Park employees sprang into action when sleep, which is a good sign.” a man visiting from Texas collapsed and While Malone was handling the handsbegan seizing near the park’s playgarden at on response, Paul Fuller, Maggie Daley about 5:30 p.m., March 10.

Park operations manager, helped first Upon hearing the man’s wife call out for responders find the best route into the help, Security Officer Jarrell Brown quickly park. Security Officer Laron Jackson then radioed Officer Michael Malone, a former guided them to the area where Malone was Chicago Fire Department firefighter and administering CPR. The team was able to first responder who was on duty near the revive the man and get him to a hospital playgarden. Malone rushed to the scene safely for further care. and called 911.

Malone said their team effort in a time When Malone reached the man, he reof crisis was crucial during this emergenalized his condition was serious. “I knew it cy. He credited his training and the team’s was an emergency since he was seizing up,” adherence to emergency protocols as Malone said. “The seizure was going on for the reason the they were able to save the two minutes and he wasn’t responding to man’s life. his name or anything verbal. He soon be“I was in the right position at the right came unresponsive and stopped breathing.” time to help,” he said.

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Security Officer Michael Malone in Maggie Daley Park where he performed CPR on a man who had suffered a seizure and stopped breathing. Photo by Angela Gagnon

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Non-profits care for feral cats The cats return the favor by hunting rats the program was brought to Lakeshore East as way to thwart rat populations in the neighborhood.

Local building staff are reminding resi“We found this method of pest control is dents not to feed or approach feral cats that being used in other parts of the city as well may be spotted in Lakeshore East Park. as nationwide so we thought [the program] Although these cats may look like strays would be a good fit for our Lakeshore East that are in need of some TLC, they are well neighborhood, ” she said. cared for. Many of the cats, and all of those Locals have noticed the feral cats in the with their ears marked, are regularly fed Park.

“I was surprised to see a gray cat and given housing and shelter by non-proflimping in the park as we don’t [usually] its as part of the feral cats ordinance. have strays in this area, ” said Lakeshore If you aren’t familiar with this law, here’s East resident Zareen Gauhar.

“My first the scoop—in September 2007, Cook thought was the cat was abandoned, but I County passed the Managed Care of found out they are brought in to deal with Feral Cats ordinance, allowing non-profit the rats.

I was concerned for their safety organizations to care for feral cats in the and also given the freezing cold windy county using Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) programs, with the goal of managing their weather we have in the Chicago area.”

Buckingham resident Erica Meyer had population numbers. concerns.

“As an animal advocate, this is Several of thse feral cats were introduced beyond horrible.

I’ve never heard of this into the Lake Shore East Park this winter type of resolution before. It feels to me like by the Lakeshore East Masters Association with one particular job in mind. According the safety issues aren’t being taken seriousto Magellan Development Group Commu- ly,” she said. nity Relations Director Vanessa Casciano, Open cages with camouflaged covers

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have been placed under trees on the east side of the park allowing the cats to come and go as they please. The cages are within an area that is currently fenced off. Feral cats live outdoors and are not socialized with humans, so are unlikely to react like a normal house cat when they are approached.

Through TNR programs, non-profits like PAWS Chicago, Tree House and Triple R Pets provide care services for the cats.

Deemed “cat colony caretakers,” these organizations take the cats to be spayed or neutered and get them vaccinated. Other care may also include parasite treatment, re-homing services, microchipping and feeding.

Feral cats that receive this care are distinguished by being “ear-tipped” so future trappers know they have been neutered and are being cared for, according to a press release from PAWS Chicago. Since 2008, there has been a 41 percent drop in the number of cats in the county. According to PAWS, 18,000 cats have been

A feral cat in Lakeshore East Park next to the cages where it is housed. Photo by Stephanie Racine

sterilized.

The TNR program is designed to counter a traditional “Trap and Kill” method.

According to PAWS, TNR is “the most humane and progressive way to manage these colonies and control overpopulation.”

Anyone with questions about feral cats in Lake Shore East Park can contact Vanessa Casciano (312) 642-8869. All community calls and complaints to 311 regarding feral cats are directed to sponsoring organizations that care for the colonies.

Chicago Spring Half Marathon and 10K returns to Maggie Daley Park

By Angela Gagnon Staff Writer On May 20, Maggie Daley Park will once again host the Chicago Spring Half Marathon 10K and Junior Dash. The race has a new title sponsor, Byline Bank, but participants can look forward to the same exceptional race experience provided in the past.

Lifetime Regional Brand Manager Scott “Hootie” Hutmacher said New Eastside residents might remember the half marathon starting and ending in Lakeshore East Park—and for seven years, that was the case.

“It was originally created by Magellan Development Group to find a way to bring a special event to Lakeshore East Park,”

Hutmacher said. “The first packet pickup was held in the Aqua [building].”

Today, due in part to the Wanda Vista construction, the race starts and finishes on Columbus Dr. at Maggie Daley Park.

The course incorporates both streets and the Lakefront Path, winding through Museum Campus and offering sweeping skyline views.

New Eastside resident Joan Garcia is looking forward to participating in the race. “The upcoming 10K has allowed me to have a taste of training for longer distances,” Garcia said. “It also brings a sense of pride knowing that I will be running in such a beautiful city that I call home.”

At the conclusion of the race, participants can look forward to the Spring Mar-

Children participate in the Junior Dash event at the 2017 Chicago Spring Half Marathon in Maggie Daley Park. Photo by Angela Gagnon

ket Finish Festival which will provide a hot gourmet breakfast buffet, refreshing drinks and a complimentary Lagunitas beer to those 21 and older. Visit the flower station to plant a flower in a pot to take home as a reminder of the spring season, and enjoy live music in Maggie Daley Park.

Youngsters can compete in the Junior Dash, which uses the Skating Ribbon as a course. Distances vary by age, but every little runner receives a t-shirt and finisher prize.

For more information and to register, visit www.chicagospringhalf.com

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New security measures for summer events at Millennium Park purchased inside. This new rule applies to the most popular events, including the Chicago House Music Festival on May 26; Millennium Park will have new security the Chicago Blues Festival from June 8–10; measures this summer for festivals and the Chicago Mariachi Festival on June 24; events, according to a report from Ald. the Grant Park Music Festival IndepenBrendan Reilly (42nd). Starting May 19, dence Day Salute on July 4; Wait, Wait a perimeter will be set up for bag checks Don’t Tell Me on August 9; the Broadway before all official events. Security proceedin Chicago Summer Concert on August ings were developed by city officials, which 13; and the Chicago Jazz Festival from the Reilly report said were “providing August 29–September 2. similar protections at major events around As always, outside food and non-althe world.” coholic drinks are welcome at MillenniIf you’re used to stocking your coolers um Park gatherings, but will be subject for concerts in the park, you’ll have to to search. leave the alcohol at home this year. At several of the season’s biggest events, outside For the latest news and events about Milalcohol will not be permitted but can be lennium Park, visit millenniumpark.org

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Commercial spaces are proposed on the first floor with entrances on Wabash, and residents to enter on Benton Place.

Because the site is currently home to a flat public parking lot, Commissioner Fran Grossman expressed concern over the loss of these public car-spaces. “People park there who aren’t members of the neighborhood,” she said, saying the change might lead to the loss of valuable visitors who come downtown to shop and dine.

Zoning administrator Patricia Scudiero disagreed, citing a recent study on parking garages available downtown. “[The study has] not seen an impact on the commercial properties because of lack of parking,” countered Scudiero. The study found

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Getting ahead of your spring allergies Runners: on

Allergy medication on a shelf at a New Eastside pharmacy. Photo by Taylor Hartz

By Taylor Hartz Staff Writer As we turn our calendar pages away from the frigid winter months, we welcome the spring season and all it brings with it—longer days, warmer temperatures, blooming flowers... and allergies.

While springtime brings a breath of fresh air to the city, some of us also get hit with some pretty awful symptoms. Itchy, watery eyes, sniffly noses and scratchy throats keep allergy sufferers from looking forward to spring. With the help of some forecasting technologies, recommended medications and home remedies, those symptoms don’t have to hold you back.

According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America (AFFA), an estimated 50 million Americans fight the symptoms of nasal allergies each spring, and those numbers seem to be growing.

The foundation estimates that 30 percent of adults and 40 percent of children suffer from seasonal allergy symptoms, making allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. While most Chicagoans embrace the ability to finally get outside and enjoy some fresh air, the spring season can make allergy sufferers want to stay inside.

New Eastsiders may be especially prone to allergies due to the abundance of flowery, blooming trees in Lake Shore East

Park and near the grand staircase. These trees, called Cleveland Select pear trees according to Lake Shore East Park head landscaping volunteer Dan Koz, begin to blossom every spring and, though a beautiful sight, give residents a visual cue that pollen is in the air.

For quick, easy relief, a New Eastside pharmacist recommended some useful over-the-counter remedies to help with the most common symptoms. For nasal congestion, a CVS pharmacist at 205 N. Columbus Dr. suggested trying Zyrtec or Allegra, which have a decongestant along with an antihistamine.

“If that doesn’t do the trick, you can always add on a nasal spray like Flonase or Nasacrort,” she said.

While on some days staying indoors might be a good idea, there’s no reason to keep yourself cooped up until summer.

One local Chicago doctor is dedicated to helping those with allergies track when they should avoid the outdoors and when they can step out into the sunshine. Finding out how intense your symptoms may be on a given day is as simple as logging onto Twitter.

Dr. Joseph Leija, allergy expert and founder of the Gottlieb Allergy Count at the Loyola University Health System’s Gottlieb Memorial Hospital in Melrose Park, sends daily tweets that count allergy triggers for trees, mold, grass and weeds.

These estimates can help individuals decide everything from whether they should opt for the gym instead of an outdoor run or how they should treat symptoms for the day ahead.

According to the foundation, the most common allergy triggers are tree, grass and

weed pollen, mold spores and dust mites.

As the sole doctor tracking pollen in the state of Illinois, Leija can help you track all of these. The doctor uses a pollen collector on the roof of Gottlieb that moves two millimeters per hour collecting pollen. The collections are measured every 24 hours, when Leija puts the sample under a microscope and uses a stain to find pollen of grass, weeds and ragweed. Most recently, Leija’s tweets have informed readers that tree pollen is moderate with “maple most prevalent,” while mold counts are low and grass and weed counts are absent from the collection.

Leija has collected the Illinois pollen count for 20 years and is certified by the National Allergy Bureau to conduct the official allergy count for the Midwest. He notifies the public of the counts by 7:30 a.m. every weekday morning. His tweets go out every day from April to October, offering Chicagoans a quick, easy way to gauge how they might be affected that day.

Information is also available on the hospital’s website and by calling their allergy hotline 1 (866) 4-POLLEN. The AAFA website also provides a wealth of information that will help you prevent allergy symptoms and recommends common-sense tips like keeping your hands clean and keeping them away from your nose. Additionally, those suffering from symptoms can limit allergens in their home by using a vacuum with a HEPA filter, washing linens in hot water and using dust-mite-proof covers for bedding. It’s also a good idea to keep windows closed in your car and home, and opt for air conditioning instead.

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your mark, get set, go!

By Jon Cohn Community Contributor This season, all kinds of special event runs will be conducted right in our neighborhood.

Jon Cohn As an observer and official admirer from the sidelines during many of these runs, I would like to offer a couple of tips to both participants and spectators.

To runners: For those wearing headphones or earbuds—please don’t! Remember, this is a community run with lots of people cheering you on. Better to enjoy the enthusiasm and spirit from all the participants. It’s so much more fun to soak up the crowd and all its energy.

To spectators: If you can, try to stick around until the end. Many of these long runs have hordes of enthusiastic fans cheering on the fastest runners as they head to the finish line, but after a while, the crowd starts to disappear. Typically, while the last 25 percent of the runners cross the finish line, hardly anyone is left to cheer them on. Kind of sad, really. After all, these are the runners who probably need encouragement the most. I always try to stay and cheer this group and believe me, they do appreciate it.

Don’t forget the marquee race for New Eastside (at least in the early season) —The Chicago Spring Half Marathon.

What started as a small local race in the Lake Shore East Park has grown to become a Chicago-wide event now held at Maggie Daley Park. Mark your calendars for this one. Sunday May 20, race starts at 7 a.m. Last year over 4,000 runners participated.

Oh, and one final piece of advice for the runners—stay away from the guy wearing the “Your pace or mine?” t-shirt.

Cohn-fuscious thought for the month: “In the end, we regret not what we have done, but what we have not done.”

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Aging in place–safely and with dignity

New program at Renaissance Court seeks to create senior support system launch point, each VIC seeks to build a support system of community organizations, including the Salvation Army, city Representatives from several seniorservices and volunteers to help seniors oriented services and community memin the VIC’s range—roughly within two bers met recently at the Chicago Cultural miles of the senior center—to live interdeCenter to help launch a new program, the pendently in their own homes.

Renaissance Court Village Interdependent Renaissance Court is the eleventh VIC Collaborative (VIC). The program, under to launch, and its stakeholder meeting the Department of Family and Support on the morning of Tuesday, April 24 saw Services (DFSS) in Chicago, seeks to build robust turnout from a variety of collaboraa volunteer-driven network to help connect tors. Representatives from the Renaissance seniors to services and activities.

Court board, Chicago Police Department, DFSS commissioned a needs assessment Roosevelt University and Fourth Presbyteof the city’s seniors by Northwestern’s rian Church, among others, were joined by Buehler Center on Health, Aging, and residents who utilize Renaissance Court.

Society to determine how to best make The concerns included transportation Chicago age-friendly. The overwhelming issues, how seniors can access services response—seniors wish to age “in place,” and how building managers can be better living in their homes and communities for trained for dealing with seniors—especially as long as possible. those with dementia and Alzheimer’s disDFSS’ intention is to allow seniors to ease. Possible solutions included reaching age with their freedom and dignity intact. out to Pace buses, Uber and Lyft, creating “The well-being checks, the friendly phone manuals for seniors containing all the calls,” were examples of what the village information they need in one place, and model can provide. “Just to let them know the DFSS and the University of Illinois at that they’re not forgotten,” explained Joyce Chicago’s new curriculum to help buildGallagher, a Harbor Point resident, deputy ing managers better serve the seniors in commissioner of DFSS and the executive their units, that is scheduled to launch in director of Chicago Area Agency on Aging. the summer.

“We’ll be able to have managers look out Using the city’s 21 senior centers as the

By B. David Zarley Staff Writer

Yolanda Curry and Sean Dolan of the Department of Family and Support Services address the Renaissance Court VIC stakeholders meeting on the morning of April 24. Photo by B. David Zarley

for people in their buildings,” Gallagher said. They will also be trained on how to access city services—residents who have needs can reach the DFSS’ intake number, (312) 744-4016, to get the help they need.

Of particular importance to the seniors who will be within the Renaissance Court VIC’s boundaries—including New Eastside—are the needs of high-rise residents.

The Vertical Interdependent Village (VIV) model, currently being piloted at Harbor Point, 155 N. Harbor Dr., essentially turns the building into its own VIC. Harbor Point’s program brings games and activities—including bridge, board games, and a popular speaker series—to residents, providing spaces to socialize.

Senior VIC volunteer Elaine Pochiro characterizes it as successful. “Socialization is

really life-saving,” Gallagher said. “It’s good to have someone know where you are, what you need.”

The next steps for the Renaissance Court VIC will be determining dates for monthly meetings, recruiting volunteers and reaching out to make sure as many members of the community as possible are aware of the VIC and its services.

“There’s lots of opportunity to have an impact and improve the lifestyles of many people by having this type of initiative in the city,” Pochiro said. For more information, contact Crystal Warren at Renaissance Court via email at crystal.warren@ cityofchicago.org

Chicago police using ‘Nextdoor’ for community outreach safer and stronger.”

Nextdoor is an online forum and social networking application made up of neighIn an effort to improve communication bors and community members who are with the public, Chicago police are now vetted by submitting their addresses and sending updates and posting messages phone numbers to the Nextdoor webthrough the online forum, Nextdoor.com. site—if you don’t have a valid New Eastside On April 5, Sergeant Anthony Dombrowski, the community policing sergeant address, you won’t be able to join. Since with the first district, announced on Next- posts can be limited to a certain neighbordoor that he would be using the resource as hood or district, New Eastside has its own message board where only members of our a community outreach platform “to build community can post or see messages. community, improve quality of life and work together to make your neighborhood Messages from first district officers will

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only be visible to Nextdoor users who sign up to receive them. Dombrowski also assured users in his post that interactions between members would not be monitored by police—only the comments on CPD’s posts will be visible to them.

Dombrowski used the platform again on May 1, to announce a reduction in crime in the area. “During the month of April 2018 the 001st District had 40 percent fewer robberies and 20 percent fewer burglaries than compared to April 2017,” Drombrowski wrote.

In his initial post, Dombroski emphasized that Nextdoor is not to be used in an emergency, and residents should still turn to 911 in a crisis. Non-emergency tips should be directed to the anonymous website CPDtip.com, or by texting 274637 (CRIMES). CPD will be monitoring NextDoor infrequently and any other issues or questions should be directed to the CAPS office CAPS.001District@chicagopolice. org. Inquiries made by New Eastside News via Nextdoor were not returned.

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Markets and food halls– a veggie friendly guide

Chicago French Market, Revival & Latinicity

Rebecca Woods, a vegetarian, orders the “Mozzarella Dream” sandwich from Le Cafe du Marche in the Chicago French Market. Photo by Taylor Hartz.

upon the French Market one day in the Loop doing my typical Google search for ‘vegetarian restaurants near me,’” she said.

Vegans, vegetarians, plant-based eaters “When I got there, I couldn’t believe how and veggie enthusiasts across the city many artisan food stalls there were—and celebrated when Chicago started 2018 as so many vegan/vegetarian choices.” the third friendliest city in the world for For those looking to start off with some vegans and vegetarians. In an international fresh fruits and veggies, The Loop Juice ranking by Meetup, the ChicagoVeg Meetwas a great first stop. This juicery’s menu up group earned the city the third highest features more than a dozen juice combispot worldwide, coming in only behind nations, blended right before your eyes, New York and London. and a mouthwatering menu of “smoothie ChicagoVeg, also called Chicagoland bowls”—a blend of chilled fruit served in a Vegetarian, Vegan, & Raw Foodist Combowl, topped with everything from agave munity, has close to 6,000 members and nectar and shaved coconut to seasonal fruit hosts more than 30 events every year. Each and granola. event helps members explore new dining As the group ventured further into the options, learn new recipes and connect market, David Costello, who started a with like-minded eaters.

On April 21, the group converged on the vegan diet just one month ago, said he was enjoying the opportunity to explore some Chicago French Market, 131 N. Clinton.

Located in the West Loop, the indoor mar- new dining options downtown.

Costello came from Evanston with his ket is a quaint, charming food hall with an friend, Matthew Johnson, who recenteclectic mix of dishes, desserts and drinks. ly switched to veganism as well. Both On a Saturday afternoon, the group converted to veganism after watching the hosted a “food tour” of the market, offering documentary “What The Health” on Netdiscounts and suggestions for the variflix and becoming concerned about their ety of vegan and vegetarian options the health and the environment. market features. Attendee and co-host Denice Shuty shared her discovery. “I came Turn to Market, Page 11

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Local hotels freshen menus, decor for spring

By Gianna Annunzio Staff Writer Spring is a time of renewal and two local hotels are taking advantage of the season’s spirit by unveiling new food and interior decor initiatives.

Loews Chicago Hotel, 455 N. Park Dr., has introduced a mouthwatering program, “Flavor by Loews Hotels,” a food and beverage experience providing guests with rich local fare. The initiative is built on partnerships with artisan food and beverage vendors.

One vendor is the agricultural cooperative, The Chicago Honey Co-op, whose honey is made in chemical-free beehives right here in the city.

“Chicago Co-op has three apiaries in different locations in Chicago, including in the Back of the Yards area,” said Kelly Kroyer, the marketing and social media manager for Loews Chicago Hotel, adding that the honey in your drinks may not

have been made too far from home. Loews incorporates the honey in cocktails at their terrace bar and restaurant, Streeterville Social. An exclusive beer has also been crafted through a partnership with Revolution Brewing to produce, “Zephyr”—a low ABV golden ale with a mild and crisp taste.

The partnerships in Loews’ Flavor program are further reflected in the culinary style of Loews Executive Sous Chef, Matt Lange, of ETA Restaurant + Bar. With his focus on seasonal and refined cooking, the menu includes additions such as cold-pressed juices from locally-grown fruits and veggies provided by local food program, Here. Flavors include a beet, apple and ginger blend as well as pineapple, celery and apple juice that combines notes of turmeric and basil.

ETA Restaurant + Bar at Loews Chicago Hotel is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week and Streeterville Social will open for the season on May 25.

A mural of Chicago’s skyline at The Palm restaurant (left). A cocktail from Streeterville Social, at Loews Chicago Hotel made with locally sourced honey. Photos by Gianna Annunzio

While Loews has expanded their flavor palate, Swissotel’s The Palm Chicago restaurant, 323 E. Wacker Dr., has revamped their entire look from the inside out. The restaurant re-opened on April 16, after a $2.5 million renovation.

When the restaurant’s remodeling began, manager Phil Jahnke said the priority was to clean up the space and provide more modern amenities. “This particular location has always had the feeling of a hotel restaurant,” he said. “We’re trying to revitalize it.”

The restaurant has also re-incorporat-

ed unique wall paintings into the space, including work by Marlene Goodman and Zach Byrd, who has created city murals at Palm locations across the country. “I paint with acrylic paints on the wall and work more from looking at photos and just doing my thing,” Goodman said.

“Since we’ve been around for so long, people might forget about us,” said Nicole Boston, the Palm’s sales and events manager. “But with this renovation we’re making a statement that we’re really here to stay.” The Palm Chicago now serves breakfast as well as lunch and dinner seven days a week.

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New Eastside author publishes the Architecture historian ultimate World Cup compendium Ellen Shubart pens book he was forced to do the research all over

By Matthew Reiss Community Contributor

Lakeshore East resident Shane Stay has a diverse set of skills—he’s a restaurateur, professional athlete, a stand-up comedian and the author of “The World Cup 2018 Book” which just hit the shelves.

Soccer’s super tournament, the World Cup, kicks off in Russia in June, and Stay has written a comprehensive guide for the quadrennial event. His new book includes team descriptions and ratings, an overview of past World Cups, accounts of each Russian soccer venue and a detailed look at FIFA, the World Cup’s governing body.

Stay, a former professional indoor soccer midfielder, began work on the book by researching the 12 Russian World Cup stadiums and their surroundings. After compiling the data and drafting the chapter, his files mysteriously disappeared and

again. But, his effort and persistence have definitely paid off—the resulting work is a useful World Cup companion for knowledgeable fans and newbies alike.

In the book, Stay also touches on the U.S. team’s failure to qualify for the tournament this year, for the first time since 1990. Stay said he was stunned by the news, and shares why he thinks it was a mistake to fire head coach Jurgen Klinsmann in the middle of the qualifying round. But Stay’s book looks ahead to better days, forecasting the U.S. as a team to be reckoned with for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Pick up a copy to learn the author’s “dark horse” picks for teams that will advance further than expected and to learn the favorite to win the championship.

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What’s with Chicago?

New Eastside resident Ellen Shubart, author of “What’s with Chicago?” pictured at the Drunken Bean coffee shop in Lakeshore East. Photo by Stephanie Racine

By Stephanie Racine Staff Writer Historian and author Ellen Shubart has lived in New Eastside for ten years, and recently released her book “What’s with Chicago?” The book is full of factoids about the idiosyncrasies of the city and its people. Shubart, a lifelong historian, delves into Chicago’s history and unpacks what makes it so unique.

Shubart, born and raised in Chicago, has been studying the city for quite a while.

She has a bachelor’s and master’s degree in history, and earned her master’s in historical preservation from the School of the Art Institute in 2000. She has also been giving architectural tours across the city for over a decade.

In her book, Shubart highlights interesting parts of the city’s history, like its complex political system and the stories of its oldest structures. “I’m very interested in maintaining the historical fabric of the city,” said Shubart, who conducted research to confirm historical mysteries, like how the Water Tower was saved during the Great Chicago Fire. Shubart also focused on the city’s geography, which she said sets us apart from other metropolitan areas.

Lakeshore East is one of the unique

“I’m very interested in maintaining the historical fabric of the city.”

– Ellen Shubart

neighborhoods her book discusses. “Lakeshore East is a result of the transformation of the river,” Shubart said. As moving freight switched from ships and trains to planes and trucks, Shubart explained, the river became more of an amenity than strictly for transportation of goods. Lakeshore East then became a desirable place to build.

When she isn’t writing and researching, Shubart enjoys taking first-time visitors on her architectural tour of Lakeshore East. She appreciates how surprised and thrilled the sightseers are once they reach the spot behind the Aqua building, 225 N. Columbus Dr., which overlooks the park.

“It really is an entire city within a city and some of the city does not even know it exists,” Shubart said.

For those who want to know more about Chicago and how it has changed over time, pick up a copy of Shubart’s book. “What’s with Chicago?” is available on Amazon.

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At 17, mastering the classics on violin Mohammadi gravitated to the instrument for its lyrical qualities. “I think it’s closest to a human voice,” Mohammadi Whenever teenage violinist Rabia Mohammadi draws her bow, the melodies that said. She has coaxed that voice to “sing” in emerge—ardent and airy—pour out of her an array of competitions and venues, from Chicago to Central Europe. In early May, instrument with a sound older than the Buckingham building where she practices, she will play an invite-only evening with than New Eastside or America itself. As she Chicago violinist Rachel Barton Pine at the Buckingham building and compete at the plays her Landolfi, a Milanese instrument crafted in the 1750s, Mohammadi becomes prestigious Fischoff chamber competition a bridge—as all classical musicians must— at The University of Notre Dame.

Mohammadi’s busy schedule dovetails between past and present. with her other major interest—travel.

Mohammadi’s passion for music develShe is learning German, and her previoped early in life as a result of frequent ous trips to the country have brought her exposure to classical music. closer to her favorite composer, Johann “I always went to classical concerts,” Sebastian Bach.

Mohammadi said in her family’s apartment “I think that it is essential for every muat the Buckingham, 360 E. Randolph St., sician to play Bach, because it really helps where views of Lake Michigan unfurled everything, especially intonation and it before her. “I was always surrounded by music, especially in this city. There’s a lot of helps you become a more musical person,” places for classical music, like [the Chicago Mohammadi said.

Playing the works of famous composers Symphony Orchestra]. I thought that was in their home nations strengthens Mosomething I really wanted to do.” hammadi’s connection to them. “Being in She picked up the violin at age 3. Now the country where Beethoven or Bach was at 17, Mohammadi practices up to seven born, it does change the way that I play hours a day.

their works.” Mohammadi said.

The young musician has even played pianos owned by some of the world’s finest pianists, including Chopin. “That one was out of tune,” her mother, Michelle Mohammadi joked.

Her instructor, Desirée Ruhstrat of Northwestern’s Bienen School of Music, said the young musician improves quickly. “Those life experiences play into her playing, she’s constantly on the quest for knowledge, and that’s what I love.”

Currently in her junior year of high school, Mohammadi hopes to continue her studies in Europe after graduation—she’s aiming for Kronberg Academy in Germany—and to spend her senior year beginning to master a new instrument, the viola.

“There’s a certain quality about viola, I just think it is very human,” Mohammadi said. “There’s something about, in particular the C string, that really draws me to the instrument, and to be able to express myself in more ways.”

Her desire to add another instrument to her repertoire comes as no surprise to those who know her. “She is just an amaz-

ingly well-rounded musician, which you usually don’t see at that age,” Ruhstrat said.

Mohammadi will perform this summer at the Make Music Chicago festival, at Carnegie Hall, in Milwaukee, at Ravinia, and in London and France. In the fall, she will perform with with the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, playing the works of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius.

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vegetarians,” she said.

Brown Bag Seafood Co., which originated in New Eastside, has a new location in the Revival Food Hall that specializes in Veggiebox and Powerbox—vegetable grain blends of brown rice, quinoa or wheat berry as well as salads that can all be served vegetarian or have a choice of fish added.

Lee’s recommendations include the salads at Union Pizza and of course the Veggiebox at Brown Bag, but her favorite is Farmer’s Fridge. “When I’m eating vegetarian I really like their avocado toast,” Lee said.

If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, check out Black Dog Gelato for flavors like goat cheese cashew caramel, fresh strawberry or vegan blood orange or raspberry sorbets.

Latinicity, 108 N. State St., has a similar feel to the French Market, with a latin spin.

The Latinicity food hall and lounge features eight innovative kitchens, a Mexican restaurant, a cafe and a full bar.

For a sweet vegan dish, try the plantains

from Saladero Latin Grill, while vegetarians can opt for the corn empanada served with fresh, delicious guacamole.

Ensalata offers a full make-your-own salad bar with a variety of ingredients, while Machefe Taqueria gives customers the option to design-your-own taco, although the veggie blend has a bit of a kick and is not for those who don’t like spice. To incorporate more flavor, try adding fresh avocado or sliced pineapple to your taco. For a final stop, Pueblo Mexican restaurant offers the best dessert at this hall with their red kuri pumpkin flan.

If you’re considering a lifestyle change to vegetarian or veganism, or are already abiding by a veggie-based diet, there are plenty of choices for dining out in Chicago’s food halls. To explore more options, check out one of the ChicagoVeg group’s monthly “dine-out” MeetUps, where members meet to try out a new restaurant. The group’s next event will take place on May 6 at Soul Vegetarian East on East 75th Street.

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David said he was happy to find restaurants in the French Market that fit his new lifestyle and especially enjoyed eating at Raw, where he got a sampler of dishes including vegan ravioli and burgers. At Raw, every item is plant-based and vegan.

The “grab and go” style eatery has more than 100 menu items “on a spectrum from really dense green juice to tiramisu,” said co-owner Carol Jones.

Jones and her partner opened Raw eight years ago with the idea to sell easy-to-find vegan options. “Basically everything we make has a convenience factor,” Jones said, encouraging customers to buy in bulk as their entree selections stay fresh for up to five days.

At the Revival Food Hall, 125 S. Clark St., New Eastsiders can find a similar dining destination closer to home, with a modern market-style spot that features more than a dozen vendors.

The food hall garnered praise from Donna Lee, owner of Brown Bag Seafood Co.,

Fried plantains, sweet potato tacos and a corn empanada at Latinicity. Photo by Taylor Hartz

340 E. Randolph St. “It’s a super lively, fun place that’s very fast paced, and there are options at every single shop for vegans and

Rabia Mohammadi. Photo courtesy of Michelle Mohammadi

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Field Museum unwraps history of mummies cation years before it began in Egypt, and continued for years after Roman influence halted the tradition for Egyptians.

The Field Museum is, quite literalExhibit curator Ryan Williams added ly, unwrapping history with its new that the Peruvian mummies in the exhibit exhibit—Mummies. predate the Egyptian ones. “One of the The museum’s latest special exhibit is unique things about this exhibition is the digging into the history of ancient Egypt inclusion of the Peruvian mummification and Peru by bringing visitors back thoutraditions, which started much earlier than sands of years as they tour an immersive in Egypt and lasted until the Spanish conand interactive display of mummies, anquest 500 years ago,” he said. “That 7,000cient human remains and amulets, totems and gifts given to the mummified dead. year history of Andean mummification is Visitors start the Mummies experience something most people have never heard by catching a glimpse of human remains, of previously.” once mummified, that were unwrapped for Artifacts on display include two-andscientific study. This startling sight may not a-half-foot tall Peruvian beer jars—once be for the faint of heart, but offers a peek shown at Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair—and inside the mummy wraps and coffins seen masks made by the Chinchorro people The new Mummies exhibit at the Field Museum showcases the technology used to unravel the throughout the rest of the exhibit. Moving of Peru which covered the faces of the mysteries of ancient Egyptian and Peruvian civilizations. Photo by Taylor Hartz forward, guests learn about new technolwrapped remains. ogies that allow scientists and curators to Egyptian mummies of different animals, keep mummified remains in tact while including cats, chimpanzees and baby croclearning about the lives and deaths of the odiles can be seen on display and explored individuals wrapped inside. through a series of x-ray images.

By using CT scans and 3D imaging to Life-size displays show what a Peruvian study mummies, scientists can explore tomb looked like—an underground room remains non-invasively. with mummified family members propped “Before, you would have to unwrap the mummy, or even cut it open, to learn more up like living people. The mummies were wrapped in clothes and wore masks with about it. Now we can use non-destructive faces painted on them, and were surroundmethods to learn so much more about ed by items like jugs, drinks and food. the past,” explained exhibit curator Bill Parkinson. “This exhibition allows visitors Egyptian hieroglyphics show messages that to see how we use modern technologies to translate to requests like, “When I’m dead, learn about the lives of ancient peoples and bring me beer.”

The exhibition, created by the Field cultures.”

Museum, opened on March 16 and will While most of us have some knowledge be available to visitors with the purchase of mummification in Egypt, the exhibit of a Discovery or All-Access pass until also digs into how the practice started in Peruvian artifacts on display at the Field Museum. Photo by Taylor Hartz Peru. Peruvians had perfected mummifiApril 2019.

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Learn to swim in local pools

By Reemaa Konkimalla Community Contributor May is National Water Safety Month— what better time to learn to swim? Whether you are a beginner or an experienced swimmer looking to perfect your stroke, swim coaches in New Eastside offer personalized lessons.

KATHY KROWLEY KELLY

If speed is your goal, Kathy Krowley Kelly knows what it takes to achieve it.

She was an Olympic Trial qualifier in both the 100 and 200 meter backstrokes for the Mexico City games in 1968. She has taught swimming since 2011 in the Aqua building, 225 N. Columbus Dr. Her students range from babies and young children to triathletes and competitive swimmers.

Kelly describes her teaching style as easy, light and safe. “I [emphasize] form and streamlining the body so that you learn the right way to swim—the right way to breathe in and out of the water—and with it then comes confidence and ease.”

For more information on Kathy Krowley

Children attend a swim class at the Aqua building, 225 N. Columbus Dr. Photo courtesy of Swim with Kathy Chicago

Kelly, visit swkchicago.com or email swimmingwithkathy@gmail.com

RACHAEL RODECK

A love for swimming drew Rachael Rodeck toward joining a swim team in her middle school years. Afterward she became a lifeguard, water safety instructor and captain of a synchronized swim team.

Rodeck has been teaching in New Eastside for five years in the neighborhood’s various high-rise buildings, and has steadily grown her fan club with her patience and teaching style. She believes students must have fun in order to learn to swim well.

Rodeck also offers all-synchronized team swimming lessons and an “Aqua Mermaid” class designed to help the students channel their inner mermaids. “Swimming is all about peace, being one with water and grace and my swimming whether one to

one or synchronized or mermaid fulfills all of those inner feelings,” Rodeck said.

Rodeck can be contacted at rachael@ windycitysynchro.com, aquamermaid.com or windycitysynchro.com

KIMBERLY SYNDER

Kimberly Synder is a certified personal trainer, swim coach and group fitness teacher. Synder began with a background in finance when she discovered her love for swimming and personal training could be turned into a career. Synder said her biggest strength is the ability to gauge the abilities of her students—be it a child or an adult—and set goals accordingly.

Synder finds it especially motivating when her students overcome their fears.

Her motto, “Every accomplishment starts with a decision to try,” has been instrumental in her venturing into other fields

of physical fitness. Snyder teaches in the North Harbor Tower, 175 N. Harbor Dr. and other adjoining buildings with flexible hours and can be reached at trikfit@gmail. com or visit tri-k-fit.com

Doorperson of the month Leslie Poston of Park Millennium Poston said.

Poston appreciates the warmth her residents exude, and how they can inspire Leslie Poston began working at the Park her. One resident who was diagnosed with Millennium, 222 N. Columbus Dr., in July a terminal illness seventeen years ago helps 2017. Prior to being a doorperson, Poston Poston stay positive by always coming worked at the W Hotel, but sought a differ- downstairs with a smile. ent career when overnight shifts at the W “He helps me put things into perspecHotel began to take a toll on her. tive,” Poston said. “He’s pushing for life and Since moving onto greeting patrons at he can still smile.” the Park Millennium, Poston is happy she Poston also gets a good laugh out of made the switch. Her favorite part of her some of her residents, recalling a time one new job is the residents. She enjoys meetman had a skeleton painted on his face. “A ing and interacting with their families, guy got off the elevators going to the parkfriends and guests. “It’s a more personing garage. I thought I saw a ghost face,” she said. “And he waved. I just started al thing, because it’s home for them,”

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Leslie Poston. Photo by Stephanie Racine

cracking up.”

Born and raised in Chicago, Poston enjoys many things about her city. She keeps up with sports, especially baseball, because her mother was a big fan. Recently, she began following the Blackhawks and wants to attend a hockey game soon.

Poston loves the restaurant Carnivale and visiting the city’s many landmarks. When asked what her favorites were, Poston said she enjoys “Buckingham fountain or Navy Pier after hours. Or early morning before everyone gets up.”

“We really do have the best city,” she said.

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Events Schedules are subject to change. Call venues to confirm event information.

Ongoing

Mini Golf at Maggie Daley Park Now that Chicago’s spring is finally in full-swing, it’s time to enjoy some outdoor activities. As of April 20, Maggie Daley Park’s mini golf course, operated by City Mini Golf, is open, allowing visitors to putt through unique obstacles and replicas of Chicago landmarks. Groups larger than five will be split. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., $11 ($9 for educators or military members on active duty), Maggie Daley Park, 337 E. Randolph St., maggiedaleypark.com Dragon Lights Chinese Lantern Festival This international touring exhibit combines light and art to thrill and illuminate audiences around the world and immerse them in the culture of China. Daily until May 6, 5:30–10:00 p.m. (Sunday–Thursday), 5:30–11:00 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), $20 (Adults), $13 (Children age 4–14), free (children under age 4), Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr., Gate 14, (312) 2357000, dragonlightschicago.com

Farmer’s Markets

City Market at Daley Plaza The City Market, one of the longest running farmer’s markets in the city, opens May 10 for the 2018 season. The market will be open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursdays through Oct. 25. Free admission. 50 W. Washington Street.

City Market at Federal Plaza The City Market at Federal Plaza opens for the season May 15 and is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays through Oct. 30. Free admission. Adams Street & Dearborn Parkway.

One Summer Chicago Program for youth Mayor Emanuel’s One Summer Chicago Program is open to applicants ages 14 to 24-years-old looking for summer work experience. The program is partnered with more than 30,000 employment and internship opportunities ranging from summer camps to urban agriculture. Applications are accepted through May 21. The program runs July 2 through August 10. onesummerchicago.org

May 4

Star Wars Skate Night Dress up like a Jedi or Sith Lord and go skating. Hosted by the Chicago Athletic Association, this Star Wars-themed evening

is part of a larger uptick in skating events at the Association’s Stagg Court space, which will continue throughout 2018. Attendees can bring their own skates or rent a pair at the venue. 6–8 p.m. and 9–11 p.m., $20 (per session) and $5 (roller skate rental), Stagg Court at Chicago Athletic Association, 12 S. Michigan Ave., (312) 940-3552, chicagoathletichotel.com Meet a Scientist at the Field Museum Meet researcher Brandon Peecook and discover the history of mammals by examining fossils collected from the Permian of Africa.

Also May 11 (featuring the elemental makeup of ceramics, stone tools and metals), 11 a.m., free with basic admission, Field Museum of Natural History, 1400 S. Lake Shore

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Dr., (312) 922-9410, fieldmuseum.org Morning Bird and Nature Walk—Lurie Garden During the last five years, more than 60 species of birds have been spotted in Millennium Park and its Lurie Garden. Get a serene start to your day observing these birds with the garden staff and Jeff Walk, Director of Conservation at The Nature Conservancy in Illinois. 7:30–8:30 a.m., free, Lurie Garden, E. Monroe St. between Columbus Dr. and Michigan Ave., (312) 228-1004, luriegarden.org

May 5

Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters’ First 100 Years—Goodman Theater This film tells the story of two sisters—Sadie, age 103 and Bessie, age 101—and their journey through decades of social unrest.

Celebrate the sisters’ story in this heartfelt family drama. In the words of Sadie Delany, “Life is short. It’s up to you to make it sweet.”

Also May 6, 9–13, 17–20, 22–27 and 30–31, Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., (312) 443-3800, for showtimes visit goodmantheatre.org Heart and Seoul: Growing Up in Korea Join the Chicago Children’s Museum at the

closing of Heart and Seoul—an exhibit allowing visitors to travel South Korea without boarding a plane. Designed with input from modern-day South Korean children, Heart and Seoul realistically portrays their everyday life in school, at home and throughout the city. $14.95 (children and adults), $13.95 (seniors), free (members and children under one year old), Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave., (312) 527-1000, chicagochildrensmuseum.org

May 6

Mimosas, Music & Moms Celebrate your mom with mimosas and music at the Chicago Loop Synagogue.

Music by singer/songwriter Judith Tellerman—who has received 13 ASCAP awards and was featured on Jewish Public Radio—will be featured, alongside a poetry reading by Roslyn Alexander, who has won a Jefferson Award for Best Actress and created her own programs reading classical stories. 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., $30 by April 16 ($36 after), Chicago Loop Synagogue, 16 S. Clark St., (312) 346-7370, to register visit chiloopsyn.org Switch on Summer The fourth annual “Switch on Summer” event by ComEd and the Chicago Parks District will be taking place at Buckingham Fountain this year. This all-ages event will center around switching on Buckingham Fountain for Summer 2018. Festivities will include free giveaways, family-friendly activities and live entertainment. Additionally, this year’s event will highlight the 50th Anniversary of the Special Olympics. 12–3 p.m. (fountain will be turned on at 2 p.m.), free, Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St., (312) 742-3918, chicagoparkdistrict.com

May 7

Tempest in C Minor—Harris Theater Like human beings, the 24 keys in music have distinct personalities. For many composers, the key of C minor is often chosen for stormy and tumultuous moods. Join the Calidore Quartet as it performs pieces written in this key by Beethoven, Brahms and Faure. 7:30 p.m., $30–60, Harris Theater,

Millennium Park, 205 E. Randolph St., (312) 334-7777, harristheaterchicago.org

May 10

CAPS Meeting (Beats 111–113) New Eastside residents are invited to meet with local beat police to discuss issues in the community. CAPS meetings help establish a connection between police, business owners, community leaders and residents. The next meeting for Beats 111–113 is scheduled for July 12. 6:30 p.m., 400 E. Randolph St., (312) 321-0600 Lakeshore Showdown The fifth annual Lakeshore Showdown at Lakeshore Sport & Fitness will include additions to its course, including the Warped Wall. The course takes about 3–5 minutes to complete, and can be run multiple times with your best time being your prize qualifier. Registering teams must have at least five members. 5:30–7:30 p.m., Lakeshore Sport & Fitness, Illinois Center, 211 N. Stetson Ave. (312) 856-1111, lakeshoresf.com Book Club Meeting The Lakeshore East book club reads a variety of books with a volunteer participant leading the discussion each month.

In this meeting, attendees will partake in a casual discussion of Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly. 6–7 p.m., free, The Tides (in the 16th floor party room), 360 E. South Water St., for more information email Vanessa Casciano at vcasciano@magellandevelopment.com

May 12

Family Day at the MCA The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) offers free workshops for families on the second Saturday of every month through the spring. Family Day includes free admission as well as workshops, open studio sessions, gallery tours and performances, all designed and led by Chicago artists. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., free, Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., mcachicago.org

May 13

Mirroring China’s Past: Emperors and their Bronzes—Art Institute Some of the most distinctive achievements in the history of art are the Chinese bronzes of the first and second millennia BC. Initially made to carry sacrificial offerings, use in burial or commemorate family, these vessels were found centuries later by emperors who saw them as manifestations of a heavenly mandate. This program provides viewers

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with a new understanding of these items’ significance throughout time, and illuminates not only China’s fascinating history, but also its evolving present. 10:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., $29–35 (free for children under 13), Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., (312) 443-3600, artic.edu Mother’s Day Brunch Cruises Give your mom a Mother’s Day to remember with a cruise aboard the Spirit of Chicago, featuring a buffet, interactive DJ entertainment and spectacular views. Early brunch, late brunch and dinner cruises are available so you can dine whenever mom is ready. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (Early brunch, $59.90), 3–5 p.m. (late brunch, $64.50), 6:30–9:00 p.m. (dinner, $79.90), departs from Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., to book visit spiritcruises.com

Beer Under Glass Kicking off Illinois Craft Beer Week, this annual Garfield Park Conservatory Event allows attendees to sample the finest ales and lagers from local and national breweries. With a long list of Craft Beer Week events, this sampling will help you plan your schedule. 6 p.m., $60 (VIP $80), Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N. Central Park Ave., (773) 638-1766, garfieldparkconservatory.org

May 19

Food Truck Social Dig into grilled cheese, doughnuts, pierogies and tacos at this annual feast festival in Lincoln Park Zoo. Enjoy Chicago’s best food with admission to the zoo, with drinks available for purchase. 6:30 p.m., $10 ($8 for zoo members), Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 N. Clark St., (312) 742-1000, lpzoo.org

May 20

Chicago Spring Half Marathon The 10th anniversary of this half marathon race takes place this month, offering registered participants a gourmet hot-breakfast buffet, live music and a spring flower station.

7 a.m., $105, Maggie Daley Park, 337 E. Randolph Ave., to register or for more information visit chicagospringhalf.com or contact info@chicagohalfmarathon.com

May 17

Woman Up speaker series at Mid-America Club Continuing a monthly speaker series dedicated to successful female influencers, the Mid-America Club presents Eva Maddox, president of P + W I Eva Maddox Branded Environments. Business-casual attire, 5:30– 7:00 p.m., $20 (cocktails and hors d’oeuvres included), AON Center, 200 E. Randolph St. (80th floor), to register call (312) 861-1100 or email melissa.czyz@clubcorp.com

May 18

Members-only preview of Underwater Beauty Shedd Aquarium members can be the first to experience the new exhibit, Underwater Beauty, opening to the public on May 25.

The exhibit celebrates the beauty of 100+ species from around the world’s oceans, lakes and rivers. No reservations are needed, simply pick up a ticket at the aquarium’s Membership Desk. Continues until May 24, Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Dr.,

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Last year’s barrage of extreme weather events highlights the threat climate change poses to our planet, but clean energy may be able to help. Members of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs will discuss this and related issues with author Varun Sivaram, whose book Taming the Sun: Innovations to Harness Solar Energy and Power the Planet will be available at the program. 5:30–6:30 p.m. (doors open 5:15 p.m.), $20 ($10 for members), Chicago Council on Global Affairs Conference Center, 130 E. Randolph Ave., (312) 726-3860, thechicagocouncil.org

May 24

Smokin’ Pork in the Park Park Grill’s second annual smoke-off in Millennium Park is set to bring together the best barbecue restaurants and pit-masters in the city for a baby back ribs competition under The Bean. 5:30–9:00 p.m., $50 (General Admission) or $90 (VIP Admission), Cloud Gate in Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph St., (312) 521-7275, parkgrillchicago.com The Science Behind Pixar—Museum of Science and Industry If Pixar titles like Toy Story, A Bug’s Life, Finding Nemo or Monsters, Inc. sound familiar to you, then you may be interested in The Science Behind Pixar, a Museum of Science and Industry event opening this month. This interactive exhibit showcases the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts used by the artists who bring Pixar’s dream-like world to life.

Open through January 6, 2019, $14 (adults) and $11 (children), Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr. (773) 6841414, msichicago.org

May 26

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Wekfest Chicago 2018 Since 2008, Wekfest has specialized in bringing together car enthusiasts from all around the automotive world. Originally based in San Francisco, CA, this event has expanded to a nine-city festival. For 2018—Wekfest’s third year in Chicago—the festival will feature 300+ European, Japanese and domestic builds. 1–6 p.m., $20 (free for children age 12 and under), Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. (312) 595-7473, navypier.org

May 21

The Clean Energy Revolution: Innovating for the Future

Memorial Day Parade After a wreath is lit at the eternal flame in Daley Plaza, Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade begins. Since 1870, this parade has honored the people and families who have fought for our nation. 11 a.m., free, State St. from Lake St. to Van Buren St.

May 27

Bike the Drive Chicago was recently named the #1 bicycling city in America by Bicycling magazine.

Lake Shore Drive will be closed to traffic for Bike the Drive. Enjoy 5 hours of car-free riding on Sunday, May 27th. Proceeds benefit Active Transportation Alliance’s. Visit bikethedrive.org for more information

May 30

Samara Hernandez speaks at GEMS Academy As part of the school’s Speakers Series,

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Samara Hernandez—an early stage investor at MATH Venture Partners—will present a talk. Hernandez, passionate about helping underrepresented groups into STEM education, is involved in Chicago’s technology community as a member of the leadership council for Women Tech Founders.

6:30–7:30 p.m., free, GEMS World Academy Chicago, 350 E. South Water St., (312) 8098900, gemsworldacademy-chicago.com

MAY RACES Cinco de Miler Chicago, 5 miles, Saturday, May 5, 8:30 a.m., Montrose Harbor, 601 W. Montrose Dr. Run to Remember, 5K kids run, Saturday, May 5, 8 a.m., Gold Star Families Memorial & Park, N. Harbor Dr. Be the Match Chicago, 5K/1K/tot trot, Sunday, May 6, 8:30 a.m., Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St. Race to Wrigley, 5K, Sunday, May 6, 8 a.m., Wrigley Field, 1060 W. Addison St. Global 6K for Water, 6K, Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m., Montrose Harbor, 601 W. Montrose Dr. Superhero Run, 5K/8K, Saturday, May 12, 10 a.m., Lincoln Park’s Belvidere Park, 1006 W. Lincoln Ave. Komen Race for the Cure, 5K, Sunday, May 13, 9 a.m., Montrose Harbor, 601 W. Montrose Dr. Universal Sole Four Mile Classic, Thursday, May 17, 7 p.m., Montrose Harbor, 601 W. Montrose Dr. Girls on the Run, 5K, Saturday, May 19, 8 a.m., Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St. Night Nation Run, 5K, Saturday, May 19, 8 p.m., Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr. Stem Step, 5K, Saturday, May 19, 8 a.m., Northwest corner of Humboldt Park Chicago Spring Half Marathon, 13.1 miles/10K/Junior Dash, Sunday, May 20, 7 a.m., Maggie Daley Park, 337 E. Randolph St. Move for the Kids, 5K, Sunday, May 20, 10 a.m., Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr. JP Morgan Corporate Challenge, 3.5 miles, Thursday, May 24, 7 p.m., Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St. Soldier Field Kids’ Run, 10 miles, Saturday, May 26, 7 a.m., Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr.

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