Chicago Shakespeare Theater director looks back as she prepares to step down
Over 37 years, Barbara Gaines has indelibly impacted the arts in the City of Chicago. She talked with CBS 2's Marie Saavedra about her impressive career.
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Over 37 years, Barbara Gaines has indelibly impacted the arts in the City of Chicago. She talked with CBS 2's Marie Saavedra about her impressive career.
This weekend only, families are invited to travel through a magical forest and interact with life-size animatronic unicorns.
This weekend only, families are invited to travel through a magical forest and interact with life-size animatronic unicorns.
The food festival has been a summertime fixture in Grant Park for more than 40 years – but now, it may be forced to find itself a new home. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd) said he was told said the Taste of Chicago will move this year to Polk Bros. Park near Navy Pier.
Jurassic Quest is back and families are invited to check out the herd of life-like moving and roaring dinosaurs.
Navy Pier wants to take you back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth.
Starting today Navy Pier wants you to take a step into a new audio-visual reality with its new exhibit called Solstice.
Starting today Navy Pier wants you to take a step into a new audio-visual reality with its new exhibit called Solstice.
It's Friday, and with the weekend coming up, you might be looking for some fun family things to do. Whether you're into theater or outdoor activities, the list of options in Chicago is long. Joining us with a look at events around the city is Lynn Osmond, president and CEO of Choose Chicago.
The event had been set for this week.
Families and guests of all ages are invited to take a ride through automotive history.
Martha Wade can't remember a time when art wasn't a part of her life, even when she was a little girl watching TV.
This month at Navy Pier, local African American artists, crafters, and entrepreneurs are showing their talents and honoring Black history. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot recently caught up with one of the artists whose work is very moving, and very close to home.
The first-ever market will feature jewelry, art, and clothing. The even runs through Sunday.
Dozens of local vendors will be at Navy Pier to celebrate Black History Month.
The students from the 26 participating high schools celebrated Shakespeare's language along with their own voices.
The students from the 26 participating high schools celebrated Shakespeare’s language along with their own voices.
It is one of the largest in years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It is one of the largest in years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The display features 22 images - capturing the beauty of the city, Lake Michigan, the Chicago River, and more.
The display features 22 images - capturing the beauty of the city, Lake Michigan, the Chicago River, and more.
They'll kick off their "New Year On The Pier" event at 8 p.m. Saturday in the Aon Ballroom.
"New Year on the Pier" may be for adults but don't worry, spokesperson Marisa Diaz-Arce tells us there are plenty of family-friendly happenings during the day including Light Up The Lake and a mid-day countdown.
Are you still looking for New Year's Eve plans? Navy Pier's "New Year on the Pier" will feature a live DJ, food, cocktails, and fireworks.
