ARTS & (HOME) ENTERTAINMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Since being stuck inside, which shows have you been watching? Which movies? Have you read any good books lately? Any new music releases have you dancing in your living room? StreetWise vendors, readers and staff are sharing what is occupying their attention during this unprecedented time. To be featured in a future edition, send your recommendations of things you do at home and why you love them to Creative Director / Publisher Dave Hamilton at dhamilton@streetwise.org
Shine Bright!
Illumination: Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum The ninth annual Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Rt. 53, Lisle, returns as a walking experience through January 2. Explore 50 acres of the Arboretum’s majestic trees during this one-of-a-kind spectacle of color, light, and sound. You will be awed and delighted to see returning favorites and surprising new sights, including a special Human+Nature display and an experience featuring 150 colorful lanterns. Journey along a one-mile, paved walking path amid festive music and lighting effects that highlight the beauty of trees in winter. Along the route, warm up by a crackling fire and roast marshmallows for s’mores, or stop in one of the concession tents for a snack and beverage. Tickets are $19 and advance purchase is recommended as many nights will sell out at mortonarb.org.
Start Your Engines!
(HOME) ENTERTAINMENT
Reign Supreme Drag Show Competition Gentlemen, start your engines and may the best woman win! My Buddy’s, 4416 N. Clark St., is hosting a Reign Supreme Drag Show Competition on December 18 at 7 p.m. Reign Supreme is Buddy’s newest drag show competition that showcases local drag queens where the audience picks the winner. Hosted by Rita Tarot (pictured), four queens will compete for the title of Drag Queen Supremacy. My Buddy’s is known for its food, handmade cocktails, and shows. They usually host stand-up comedy shows, bingo nights, karaoke, and more. Buddy’s strives to create a fun and interactive experience with their food and shows. Tickets for this show cost $10 and can be purchased at mybuddyschicago.com.
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Live Music!
A Night with Rumpke Mountain Boys The Rumpke Mountain Boys will be playing live at Bourbon on Division, 2050 W. Division St., on December 18 at 7 p.m. The Rumpke Mountain Boys are a bluegrass group from Cincinnati, who use a unique combination of string instruments and special sound effects. All of the members of the band sing and play an instrument. The band consists of JD Westmoreland, Adam Copeland, Ben Gourley, and Jason Wolf. There will also be a special guest appearance from Miles Over Mountains, a band that views themselves as a modern bluegrass band from Illinois. They have been performing in the Midwest since 2014! 21+. Bourbon on Division is also asking everyone to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test 72 hours before the event. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on bourbonondivision.com.
Local Films
Art Films @921 Evanston Made is hosting a film festival, with a screening from 6-8 p.m. December 17 at 921 Church St., Evanston. The festival features films by local artists in a wide variety of categories. Evanston Made became a non-profit organization last year to help raise money for local artists. It has curated a platform to showcase their works and produces year-round events that include markets, film screenings, workshops, social events and more. Admission is free. For more information, please visit evanstonmade.org.
