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 what to do at home and why you love them to Creative Director / Publisher Dave Hamilton at dhamilton@streetwise.org

Run for Life!

30th Annual AIDS Run and Walk

The 30th annual AIDS Run and Walk is on October 2 at Soldier Field, 1410 Special Olympics Drive. The AIDS Run and Walk 5K/10K fundraiser helps promote awareness and raise money for HIV/AIDS treatment. This 5K/10K directly donates the money raised to programs, such as AIDS Foundation Chicago, to help provide treatment and services to individuals who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS or are susceptible to testing positive. Tickets cost $30 for the 5K walk/roll and $40 for the 10K. To purchase tickets, please visit soldierfield.net under the events and tickets section. Check-in time is at 9:30 a.m., the 5k/10k run starts at 10:35 a.m., and the 5K walk/roll starts at 10:50 a.m. AIDS Run and Walk asks every individual to show proof of their COVID-19 vaccine, and any unvaccinated individuals to provide a COVID-19 test at least 72 hours before the run/walk. Since this 5K/10K takes place outside, masks are not required but highly recommended.

Dance Lessons @ Home!

Salsa With Latin Rhythms

Learn to salsa dance from the comfort of your own home! To celebrate Latinx History Month, the Chicago Public Library is hosting a free virtual salsa dance class via Zoom on September 27 from 5-6 p.m. This class is open to adults and teenagers, with all levels of experience. If you are interested in taking this salsa dance class, please register at chipublib.org under the events section. After registering, you will receive a Zoom link about 24 hours before the event. So grab a dance partner and register for this free online salsa class before it’s too late!

Pride on the South Side!

Pride South Side

Come celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and the annual Pride Festival the South Side way! Bring your family and friends to the DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place, on October 2 from 2-8 p.m. Everyone of all ages is welcome! This pride festival will feature LGBTQ+ food and drink vendors.​There will also be performances, games, dancing, and music courtesy of DJ Dapper and DJ Zolita. It is a free event, but Pride South Side is asking everyone to RSVP online at pridesouthside.org. So come out to have fun and celebrate pride!

Local Art!

‘Local Vibe: An Art Event’

The Pilsen Art House, 1756 W. 19th St., presents “Local Vibe: An Art Event” on October 2, from 6-10 p.m. Local Vibe features an art show, music, and local food vendors. Local Vibe only happens once a month, so be sure to check it out before you have to wait another month! It is a great way to spend a Saturday browsing art and enjoying good local food and music. This event is open to everyone of all ages and any art lovers. Pilsen Art House requires everyone to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status. Get tickets for free at Eventbrite.com.

Pumpkin Spice & All That's Nice!

Pier Pumpkin Lights

It's that time of year again where Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., transforms into its very own pumpkin patch! With nearly 1,000 pumpkins, Navy Pier is a must-see place this fall. On October 1, from 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m., Navy Pier will be filled with pop-up pumpkin installations that will be a great way to get ready for Halloween. It is a great way to get some selfies with friends and family to prepare your Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook feed for Halloween. The pumpkin lights will be available every day for the whole month of October, but why not join on opening day!

This is Our House!

House City

Be sure to check out House City's last free concert on October 1 from 3-9 p.m. House City is a series of pop-up concerts in Chicago neighborhoods that helped create House music. House is a genre of electronic music that predates modern electronic dance music (EDM). The lineup includes local DJs and musicians such as DJ Derrick Carter, DJ Heather, Michael Serafini, Garrett David, Celeste Alexander, and Cratebug. House City’s last pop-up concert will occur at 3737 N. Clark St. (between West Grace Street and West Waveland Avenue). This concert is a great way to spend your Friday night!

Lifestyle Wellness!

Fun Run

Please join Kayla Jeter for the last day of the Fun Run Series on September 30 at 6:30 p.m.! Kayla Jeter is known for playing professional volleyball and being a wellness coach, who works independently and also for WW (formerly Weight Watchers). Jeter has dedicated her life to promoting lifestyle wellness and empowering others to embrace a healthy lifestyle. This 5K run starts and ends at Mariano’s Lakeshore East, 333 E. Benton Place. The 5K course will run through downtown Chicago and end back at Mariano’s Lakeshore East for refreshments. You can register for free online at eventbrite.com and follow Kayla Jeter on Instagram @fitandfullbykayla.

Come On Down!

Step Right Up: A Comedy Game Show

The Lincoln Lodge, 2040 N. Milwaukee Ave., presents Step Right Up: A Comedy Game Show on September 29, from 7-9 p.m. The comedians who will be performing are Jerry Tran, Katie Baker, Mandy Rodio, Marcus Cox, Mike O'Keefe, and Sonal Aggarwal. These comedians will be competing against each other and may even include some audience members. The winner of this comedy game show will be the headliner of the show! This show is unpredictable but guaranteed to make you laugh. Tickets cost $12 and can be purchased at eventbrite.com.

New Comedians!

Bob Curry Showcase

The Second City presents the Bob Curry Fellowship Showcase on September 28th from 8-10 p.m. at the E.T.C. Theatre, 230 W. North Ave. This two-act comedy show, in keeping with the mission of the Bob Curry Fellowship, introduces new comedians and showcases their talent. In the tradition of Second City, the show features both sketch and improv comedy. It is rated R for both language and innuendo. Second City requires any minor under the age of 18 to be accompanied by and adult, and also requires proof of full Covid vaccination upon arrival. Tickets can be purchased for $15 at secondcity.com.

-Compiled by Paige Bialik