The Beatles. Prince. Bruce Springsteen. KISS. All have made rock history with guitars (and occasionally, face paint). And this is your chance to own guitars signed by them. Because they did not sign any bottles of face paint.
What was once a private event space is now a breezy spot to sip martinis and dine on beef carpaccio overlooking the city. Indeed, Gibsons Italia is opening its rooftop to everyone so you can eat fancy finger foods and bask in the sun under a retractable glass roof. Sun permitting.
It looks like a resort. Feels like a resort. And yet, it's just North Avenue Beach. The Shore Club has returned for the season with a snazzy upgrade featuring an island-inspired patio serving Mediterranean dishes, frozen libations (hello, Frozignon Blanc), plus weekly fitness programs. Twist.
Enter the Rookery for an evening of majestic Fleetwood Mac-inspired cocktails, a tarot card reader and the beckoning of the Celtic Moon Goddess, Rhiannon. Will your favorite drink be the Landslide? The Black Magic Woman with activated charcoal, gin and lychee liqueur? Anyway, Fleetwood Mac pop-up.
Mother's Day: still happening. And to that end, take her out for an afternoon of sipping tea in the Virgin Hotels Chicago Commons Club. As a unique iteration of their weekly Upside Down Tea Party, enjoy a special pop-up shop from jewelry designer Kendra Scott, blended satchels of tea from Jenway and champagne. Of course there's champagne.
If you still need Mother's Day brunch plans, consider City Mouse's featuring anything from roasted asparagus with egg yolk jam to chocolate glazed strawberry Old Fashioned donuts. Then, head over to the Gallery where Chicago photographer, Jen Jansen will take photos of you and mom. Gift: check. Activity: check.
Nay, handsomer. And for the serious stargazers amongst you: here are some of the most spectacular nighttime adventures in the world, all of which end with you looking up at the sky in awe. Finally... what's the deal with "modesty ponchos"?
