The women behind ‘Other Paths To God’, a National New Play Network rolling premiere coming to Chicago (left to right): Myesha-Tiara (Perceptions Theatre), Kelundra Smith (Atlanta-based playwright, write r), and India Nicole Burton (Coalescence Theatre Project, producer) Perceptions Theatre and Coalescence Theatre Project are joining forces to bring Other Paths to God, a new play by award-winning playwright Kelundra Smith, to Chicago audiences as part of a National New Play Ne

Fall event: Boozy Tea at Bar Pendry Hotel Autumn at Château Carbide | October 1-November 7: New this season, Château Carbide will introduce an autumn activation on its 24th-floor rooftop, featuring pumpkins, mums and seasonal décor alongside fall cocktails and a trio of pies against skyline views from the hotel’s rooftop. Boozy Tea at Bar Pendry | Saturdays, 11:00 am-3:00 pm | October 3-December 26: Bar Pendry’s Boozy Tea returns this fall with tiered sweet and savory bites,

Left to right Ashley Tarver and Kiara Poole Chicago is taking center stage in the search for love as OWN’s hit dating series Ready to Love heads to the Windy City for the first time. Season 12 premiered Friday, October 2, 2026, introducing 20 successful Black singles in their 30s and 40s who are ready to explore new connections and find meaningful, lasting relationships. Hosted by comedian and relationship expert Thomas “Nephew Tommy” Miles, Ready to Love: Chicago brings toge

The Drunk Shakespeare Society Brings a Hilarious Holiday Show for One Month Only Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at The Lion Theatre from Nov. 11, 2026, through Jan. 3, 2027 giving audiences a chance to plan a holiday outing filled with comedy, audience participation and festive cocktails. One daring actor takes five shots of whiskey before attempting an e

Hosted by The Widow (Alexis Allotta), the self-proclaimed “Wittiest Witch of the Midwest,” and her sarcastic undead husband Charlie (Adam Michaels) Created by Chicago-area filmmakers Meredith Tummillo and Tony Wash and filmed locally, the YouTube series blends horror trivia, comedy, character hosts, and a Universal theme park vacation sweepstakes A new horror-comedy trivia game show created and filmed in the Chicago area is giving genre fans a weekly reason to test their kno

Photo: Club Athletic Club Athletic, the New York-born social fitness community transforming training into collective pursuit, is making its Midwest debut with the launch of its first two Chicago studios: Old Town Athletic and Lake Street Athletic. The announcement comes shortly after Old Town Athletic officially opened its doors at 1350 N. Wells Street on September 21. Ahead of Lake Street Athletic’s October 12 grand opening at 1035 W. Lake Street, the studio is hosted a two-

Playwright Crystal Roman brings conversations about Black and Latina identity, colorism, cultural history, and representation to the stage. Identity, culture, and belonging are at the center of Black Latina: A Play, a nationally touring production by playwright Crystal Roman that explores the experiences of Black Latina women and the complexities of navigating race, ethnicity, and womanhood in America. Returning to Chicago for a three-day run in partnership with Urban Theater

NEW YORK – Sept. 3, 2026 – BET today announced the return of SOUL TRAIN AWARDS, presented by Spotify and Toyota, airing Friday, Nov. 27 at 8:00 PM, ET/PT on BET and simulcast on CBS for the first time ever, along with BET HER, VH1, MTV2 and LOGO. Taped in the city where Don Cornelius launched the original “Soul Train” more than 50 years ago, the show will celebrate the artists, music and enduring legacy of “Soul Train” through a dynamic night of performances and special momen

The Queens-born restaurant that earned Michelin Guide recommendations for nine consecutive years brings its celebrated soup dumplings and Shanghainese comfort food to Chicago’s River North Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, the Michelin-recommended New York restaurant celebrated for its handcrafted soup dumplings and authentic Shanghainese cuisine, will open its newest location in Chicago this summer at 33 W Ontario St in River North. Founded in Flushing, Queens in 2006, Nan Xiang Xi

Becky Robison is a writer and certified death doula living in Louisville, Kentucky. After her parents died, she created My Parents Are Dead: What Now?—a website documenting her journey through the legal, financial, and bureaucratic aftermath in order to help others do the same.

The Jazz Institute of Chicago brings festival energy to the heart of winter with its annual Winter Jazz Fair, transforming the Chicago Cultural Center into a vibrant hub of live music, conversation, and community. The event celebrates Chicago’s jazz legacy while spotlighting the artists shaping its future.

FIGS continues its retail expansion with the opening of a new Community Hub in Chicago’s West Loop, designed as both a shopping destination and gathering space for healthcare professionals. Located near the Illinois Medical District, the immersive hub reflects the brand’s mission to support, celebrate, and connect the city’s vibrant medical community.

Photo: Wix Media September is a prime month for food lovers. As summer fades and autumn begins, communities across the globe celebrate...

photo: Instagram @clinkfest The Sip & Empower Foundation: Empowering BIPOC Entrepreneurs in the Beverage Industry The beverage industry, spanning wine to spirits, is a multi-billion-dollar sector. Yet, one critical issue persists: less than 1% of wine merchants (négociants) are Black women. While the industry continues to thrive, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) entrepreneurs face significant barriers—ranging from limited access to capital to exclusion from dist