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The Release of A Heart that Breaks and Flutters by Sarah Corday at Leigh Gallery

The Leigh Gallery 3306 N Halsted Street, Chicago , IL, United States

A Heart that Breaks and Flutters is a compilation of sixteen original essays that encompass the range of an ordinary American existence. Set to the backdrop of 1990’s Midwestern suburbia, Corday recounts her failure to embody simple Girl Scout virtues, confesses to years of “Math Unreadyness,”and describes her magnetic awe toward shiny red bubble-wrap. Says…

Prince Tribute Set

The J. Parker 1816 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

A special set by the rooftop’s own resident DJ Kareem to honor the genius, spirit, mystery and music that is Prince! Come take a shot of Purple Rain and say farewell to a legend whose music will live on forever. More info: The J. Parker (Facebook)

Purple Music: A Prince Tribute

Punch House 1227 W. 18th St, Chicago, IL, United States

Punch House is dedicating Saturday night to this man and his music. His sound defied genres. From his many side projects with artists like Sheila E., The Time, Vanity 6, The Family and many more. To all of his original work as the one we all know as Prince. Playing all the rare songs/b-sides and…

Sometimes it Snows in April

The Promontory 5311 S. Lake Park Avenue West, Chicago, IL, United States

A Special Healing Edition of LOVESEXY Celebrating the Life of Prince Join DJ Kwest-On for a special edition of his long-running Prince dance party LOVESEXY celebrating the life of one of the greatest musical innovators of all time. This free event will feature the best music, video and artifacts of Prince's prolific career. Relive the…

Acquired Taste Cult Movie Night: Purple Rain

Virgin Hotels Chicago 203 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

In honor of the late great Purple One, Scott Lucas of Local H is hosting a special screening of Purple Rain at Acquired Taste, Virgin Hotels Chicago's Cult Movie Night. It's free and starts Upstairs at Virgin Hotels Chicago at 7:00pm. Join Virgin Hotels in honoring Prince and his classic film over snacks and beer provided by…

2016 NFL Draft

Grant Park 337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL, United States

This April, the NFL welcomes the newest members to the NFL family when the NFL Draft returns to Chicago from Thursday, April 28 through Saturday, April 30. Several components of the Draft will be housed in our historic theatre while a three-day football festival for fans of all ages, Draft Town presented by Oikos Triple…

Free

STYLE by Chicago Humanities Festival

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The Chicago Humanities Festival (CHF) announces the launch of the 2016 Spring Festival, Style, with more than 20 programs taking place in and around Chicago April 28-May 1. Exploring how style shapes who we are as individuals and what we value across cultures, CHF is making the bold statement, “style matters.” “In the new annual spring…

Prince, Michael Jackson, and James Brown performed by SUPERNATURAL BEINGS! Opening set by special guests, SPREAD!

Emporium Arcade Bar 1366 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Emporium Arcade Bar and Otter Presents... SUPERNATURAL BEINGS The Music of Michael Jackson, James Brown, and Prince -Marcus Rezak (Digital Tape Machine, FlightWave, Stratosphere All-Stars) -Todd Stoops (RAQ, Rhythmatronix) -Mike Greenfield (Lotus, Electron) -Clay Parnell (Particle, Brothers Past) -Emily Nichols (Woo Park) -Marty Gierczyk (Chicago Funk Mafia) -Christian Rogala (Fluid Minds) plus more special guests!…

$18

Baconfest

UIC Forum 725 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL, United States

Baconfest Chicago is a nationally renowned, locally beloved festival dedicated to America’s favorite cured meat: bacon! At Baconfest, Chicago’s best chefs concoct and serve brilliant bacon dishes to thousands of passionate bacon lovers. Liquor sponsors provide cocktails, beer and wine designed to complement a bacon meal. Bacontrepreneurs and bacon-friendly brands exhibit their wares and connect…

$100 – $200

2016 James Beard Awards Gala

Lyric Opera of Chicago 20 North Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Ever since James Beard appeared on television’s first cooking show, food has been one of the most popular subjects in American broadcasting. Coinciding with the Foundation’s 30th anniversary, the 2016 James Beard Awards will honor the country’s top culinary talent and celebrate the role of cuisine in television.​ The 2016 James Beard Awards Gala, hosted…

$500

Art in Motion

Robert H. Lurie Medical Research Center of Northwestern University 303 E Superior St, Chicago, IL, United States

Art in Motion is an important fundraiser and unique art exhibition hosted by the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago’s Associate Board that brings the thriving art community and philanthropy community of Chicago together to support the very important cause of art therapy. James Rondeau, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at The Art Institute of Chicago…

2016 Butterfly Ball

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

The Chicago Academy of Sciences and its Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum host this spring gala, themed Brilliant Nature. Aon and its CEO, Greg Case, are honored for their commitment to science education. Cocktails, dinner, dancing and a program emceed by NBC's Anne Thompson inspire guests to connect with nature and science. Featured image: Splash/Sun Times

MCA PRIME TIME: PURPLE

Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presents Prime Time, the late night series that reflects the creative pulse of Chicago. Taking place three times a year, MCA Prime Time is an after-hours, electrifying social experience that provides a platform for artists and key cultural groups in the city. May 6 - Purple Get up close…

$15

The King and I Celebration

Civic Opera House 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

The Lyric Opera fundraiser is presented by the company's Women's Board and Guild Board of Directors. The evening includes cocktails, dinner and a Lyric Opera performance of Rodgers and Hammerstein musical The King and I. Featured image: The Lyric Opera

$150

UNCORKED: Chicago Wine Festival

Revel Fulton Market 1215 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, United States

The Inaugural Uncorked: Chicago wine festival features 50 wineries, over 100 wines to taste, gourmet food trucks, live music, custom photo booth and lots of other fun goodies to enjoy. There are two sessions to choose between: The first session has VIP admission at 1 p.m. with general admission from 2 - 5 p.m. The…

$55