“Rough winds do shake the darling buds of May,
And summer’s lease hath all too short a date.”
— William Shakespeare, from Sonnet 18
So let’s party! Will was right, summer is too short. Let’s enjoy as many diverse, delightful festivals as we can that this great city has to offer. We can pick and choose from the humongous Printer’s Row Book Fair in May to the Old Fashioned Strawberry Festival in June. There’s the Japanese Obon Odori Festival in July, then the annual Bud Billiken Parade and Picnic in August.
This year holds some new greats. Hyatt’s ShakesPIER Festival will feature “Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits” performed by the Shakespeare Repertory Theater on Skyline Stage while Bristol Renaissance Faire’s jugglers, musicians, dancers and actors will be doing their thing June 20 and 21 at Navy Pier, all free of charge. The Old Town School of Folk Music is lining up a first-ever Chicago Folk & Roots Festival to include alternative country, acoustic blues, high-energy bluegrass and more; this event will take place at the vintage Old Town School’s new home on North Lincoln Avenue in July. Enjoy!
MAY
MAYFAIR DANCE ACADEMY 40TH ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL: Featuring dance performances, African arts and crafts, music, noon-6 p.m. May 24-25; 1025 E. 79th St., at Dobson. 773-846-8180.
35th ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE: The Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society and the Jesse White Drum Corps will parade through the Lakeview neighborhood, concludes with entertainment on St. Joseph Hospital’s lawn at 2900 N. Lake Shore Drive, 11 a.m. May 25; starting at Pine Grove and Wellington Streets. 312-755-0888.
CELEBRATE ON STATE STREET FESTIVAL: Three stages of ongoing entertainment (The Supremes starring Mary Wilson perform at 3 p.m. May 30), arts, crafts, food and children’s activities, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. May 26-30; State Street between Wacker Drive and Van Buren Street. Free admission. 312-782-9160.
PRINTER’S ROW BOOK FAIR: New, used, rare and antique books, readings and book signings by authors, Steppenwolf actors read to kids, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 30-31, Dearborn Street from Congress Parkway to Polk Street. Free admission. 312-987-9896.
JUNE
6th ANNUAL 43rd STREET BLUES FESTIVAL: Performances by talented blues students, 4:30-8 p.m. June 3; King Service Center, 4314 S. Cottage Grove Ave. 773-924-1330.
WARM UP FOR CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL: Lose Your Blues Hour, Chicago Music Mart, 333 S. State St., 4:30 p.m. June 4. 312-362-6700.
15TH ANNUAL CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL: This year’s artists include Charles Brown, Otis Rush, Jimmy Dawkins, Carey Bell and Tyrone Davis, June 4-7. For more on the Blues Festival, see the May 29 Friday section.
TASTE OF RIVER NORTH: Live music, food, art, crafts, merchants, 5-10 p.m. June 5; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. June 6, 7; State Street between Kinzie Street and Grand Avenue. $3 donation. 312-645-1047.
36th ANNUAL PARK WEST ANTIQUES FAIR: Antiques for sale from more than 70 Midwest dealers, Kids’ Corner, games, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. June 6, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 7; Lincoln Park, in the alleys and streets from Fullerton Parkway to Deming Place, and Clark to Orchard Streets. $5. 773-477-5100.
PUERTO RICAN PARADE: Begins at noon June 13; Dearborn Street between Wacker Drive and Van Buren Street; Festival Puertorriquenas hours are 4-9:30 p.m. June 9 and noon-9:30 p.m. June 10-13, Humboldt Park. 773-292-1414.
ST. BARTHOLOMEW 20th ANNUAL CARNIVAL: Free child fingerprinting June 11, music, bingo, skill games, dunk tank, children’s games, rides, food, June 10-14; 4900 W. Addison St. 773-545-0334.
CARING FOR KIDS DAY: Entertainment, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. June 12; Alcocks Downtown Sports Bar, 411 S. Wells St. Proceeds benefit fight against multiple sclerosis. 312-922-1778.
CELEBRATION ’98: A variety of music including rock, ’50s-’60s, country & western, blues, jazz, food booths, 6-10 p.m. June 12, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. June 13, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 14 (family day with more activities for kids); St. Michael’s Plaza, 500 W. Eugenie St. $3 donation. 312-266-1445.
14TH ANNUAL CHICAGO GOSPEL FESTIVAL: June 12-14 in Grant Park. For more information on the Gospel Festival, see the June 12 Friday section or call 312-744-3370.
QUIGLEY FESTIVAL: Storytellers, chefs from 15 Michigan Avenue-area restaurants, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13; Quigley Seminary, Rush and Pearson Streets. $7; $5 seniors, children under 16. 312-787-8625.
BEVERLY ART CENTER FESTIVAL OF ETHNIC ARTS: Free showcase of world cultures through song, dance, food and crafts, noon-10 p.m. June 13; noon-8:30 p.m. June 14; Morgan Park Academy, 2153 W. 111th St. 773-445-3838.
A GATHERING OF HERBS FESTIVAL: Chefs will prepare unique dishes for sampling, live jazz, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13; Quigley Preparatory Seminary, 103 E. Chestnut St. $7 adults, $5 seniors, free to children 12 and under. 312-787-8625.
JEWISH FOLK ARTS FESTIVAL: Three music stages, arts and crafts, books, storytelling, dance, Kosher food fair, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 14; Caldwell Woods/Bunker-Cook County Forest Preserve, Devon Street at Milwaukee/Nagle. 847-675-1998.
ANDERSONVILLE MIDSOMMARFEST: Neighborhood fest with music, food, crafts, children’s activities, noon-10 p.m. June 13-14; Clark Street between Foster and Balmoral Avenues. $2. 773-728-2995.
WELLS STREET ART FESTIVAL: Best in original art from more than 200 artists, live entertainment and food, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. June 13-14; North Wells Street between North Avenue and Division Street. $3. 773-868-3010.
OLD TOWN ART FAIR: Over 250 booths featuring fine art, jewelry, sculptures and more, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. June 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 14; Lincoln Park West and Wisconsin Street. $3. 312-337-1938.
NEW PLAYS FESTIVAL: Women’s Theatre Alliance spotlights 14 new scripts by Chicago women playwrights; gala performance June 15; regular performances June 17-21 and June 24-28; Chicago Dramatists Workshop, 1105 W. Chicago Ave. $5 donation, $3 seniors and students. 312-408-9910.
BLACK EXPO CHICAGO: Family entertainment, music, dance and food, June 19-21; McCormick Place, 22nd Street and Lake Shore Drive. 312-791-7000.
TASTE OF THE HEART OF ITALY: Live family entertainment, local restaurant booths, crafts, bingo and children’s activities, 5-11 p.m. June 19; noon-11 p.m. June 20; noon-9 p.m. June 21; along South Oakley Avenue between 24th and 26th Streets. 773-625-0506.
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART’S SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION: Around-the-clock festival of arts, dance, music and performances, 7 p.m. June 19 to 7 p.m. June 20, to coincide with the summer solstice; 220 E. Chicago Ave. $5. 312-280-2660.
OLD FASHIONED STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: A juried art fair, music, family entertainment, strawberry treats. Benefits FamilyCare of Illinois, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 19-20; Grant Park at Columbus Drive and Monroe Street. 312-658-6226.
HYATT’S SHAKESPIER FESTIVAL: Shakespeare Repertory Theatre and Bristol Renaissance Fair members perform scenes from Shakespeare’s plays and create impromptu performances, also children’s activities, “Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits” are at 1:30, 4 and 8 p.m. June 20, 1:30 and 4 p.m. June 21; Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue. 312-337-WILL or 312-595-PIER.
LINCOLN AVENUE STREET FAIR: Live music, local restaurant vendors, arts and imported goods; noon-dusk June 20-21; 2200 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-472-9046.
GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL: Outdoor classical music performances featuring the Grant Park Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday evenings, June 20-Aug. 22; Petrillo Music Shell in Grant Park at Jackson Boulevard and Columbus Drive. Free. 312-742-GPMF.
“MADE IN THE U.S.A.” SPARKLING WINE FESTIVAL: Featuring more than 36 sparkling wines from the U.S. Jazz, appetizers. 7-9 p.m. June 24-25; Pops for Champagne, 2934 N. Sheffield Ave. $22.50. 773-472-1000.
TASTE OF CHICAGO: More than 65 area restaurants offer a variety of traditional and exotic cuisine, Ferris wheel, skydiving show, live music including Phil Collins, Smokey Robinson, Joe Walsh, Chaka Khan, the Doobie Brothers and Kenny Loggins; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. June 25-July 5. Grant Park. 312-744-3370.
CHICAGO COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL: Kicks off Taste of Chicago, includes Suzy Bogguss, John Anderson and Billy Dean; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. June 26-27; Grant Park. For more information on the Country Music Festival, see the June 26 Friday section or call 312-744-3370.
ST. JOSAPHAT SUMMERFEST: Beer tent, KidsFest, food, music, raffle; 6-10 p.m. June 26, noon-10 p.m. June 27, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 28; Belden and Southport Avenues. Donation $4 after 5 p.m., $3 before 5 p.m. 773-472-2036.
ST. VIATOR COUNTY FAIR: Games, activities for all ages, arts, crafts, miniature golf, bingo, cultural performances, a special steak fry planned for 4-8 p.m. June 27; noon-11 p.m. June 27, 28; 4170 W. Addison St. Free admission. 773-286-4040, ext. 139.
JAPANESE CULTURAL ARTS FESTIVAL: Cultural displays, martial arts demonstration, sushi, noodles; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. June 27-28, Buddhist Temple of Chicago, 1151 W. Leland Ave. Donation admission $3 for families, $1.50 for individuals. 773-334-4661.
“ARTISTS OF THE WALL” FESTIVAL: Live entertainment, arts and crafts, folk dancing and food vendors; 8 a.m.-8 p.m. June 27, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. June 28; Loyola Beach between Farwell and Morse Avenues in Rogers Park. 773-338-6863.
TASTE OF MIDWEST FESTIVAL: Local chefs will prepare dishes, plants and flowers by local growers for sale, silent auction, brunch; 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 28; Galleria Marchetti, 825 W. Erie St. Fee $75 adults, $25 children 5-12. 312-329-1280.
GAY & LESBIAN PRIDE PARADE & FESTIVAL: Parade begins at 2 p.m. June 28 at Halsted Street and Belmont Avenue, travels north on Halsted, south on Broadway, then east on Diversey Parkway to Sheridan Road; festival featuring live entertainment and informational tables begins 3:30 p.m. at 3000 N. Lake Shore Drive. 773-348-8243.
JULY
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION: In conjunction with the Taste of Chicago Festival; 7:30 p.m. July 3; Grant Park, Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard. 312-744-3370.
6th ANNUAL AFRICAN-CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL OF LIFE: Over 30 musical and dance acts, food and more; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 3-5; in the Sunken Garden at Washington Park, 740 E. 75th St. 312-427-0266.
CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY 4th of JULY CELEBRATION: A parade led by the world’s tallest Uncle Sam, Chicago Pops Concert Band, color guards, historical figures and speeches. The old-fashioned celebration will also include the Brown Bess muskets’ salute, and the Pioneer, a 161-year-old locomotive, 10 a.m.-noon July 4. Free admission to the museum following the parade, noon-1 p.m. Clark Street and North Avenue. 312-642-4600.
KWANZAA SUMMER FESTIVAL: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 4; Abbott Park, 49 E. 95th St. 773-264-1298.
LIGHT UP THE SKY CELEBRATION: Free event features fireworks, music and variety performances, sponsored by the Howard W. Carroll Foundation; 7-10 p.m. July 5; Warren Park, 6601 N. Western Ave. 773-743-5015.
TASTE OF IRELAND FESTIVAL: Live entertainment and music, food and drink available for purchase; 5 p.m.-midnight July 10, noon-midnight July 11, noon-11 p.m. July 12. $8 advance, $10 door. Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave. 773-282-7035.
ST. SYMPHOROSA PARISH FESTIVAL: Carnival rides, live entertainment, bingo, food, games and children’s activities; 6-11 p.m. July 10, 6 p.m.-midnight July 11, 1-5 p.m. July 12, 1-10 p.m. July 13; 62nd Street and Austin Avenue. 773-767-1523.
ESPERANZA SUMMERFEST: Live music, petting zoo, pony rides, magic show, benefiting Esperanza Community Services; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 11; 520 N. Marshfield Ave. 312-243-6097.
KIDS ZONE: Noon-9 p.m. July 11; 67th-69th Streets and Halsted Street. 773-874-4901.
OBON ODORI FESTIVAL: Traditional Japanese folk dance, costumes and music; 8-10 p.m. July 11; Midwest Buddhist Temple, 435 W. Menomonee St. 312-943-7801.
BENFEST ’98: Music, bingo, karaoke, kids’ games; 1-9 p.m. July 12; St. Benedict Parish, 2215 W. Irving Park Rd. 773-588-6484.
BASTILLE DAY FESTIVAL: Outdoor champagne, jazz brunch; 11 a.m.-dusk July 12; Pops For Champagne, 2934 N. Sheffield Ave. $22. 773-472-1000.
BAHAMIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION: Noon July 15; Daley Civic Center, Washington and Dearborn Streets. 312-744-6630.
TALL SHIPS CHICAGO ’98: Coincides with 100th anniversary of the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac Island, begins with “Parade of Sail” July 16 as visiting ships are escorted into harbor; July 16-20, Navy Pier. 312-595-5225.
OLD ST. PATRICK’S WORLD’S LARGEST BLOCK PARTY: 3 live bands per night, food; 5-10:30 p.m. July 17-18. $25 in advance, $30 at door; 700 W. Adams St. 312-648-1021.
CHICAGO YACHT CLUB “RACE TO MACKINAC”: Parade of boats past Navy Pier; 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. July 18. Race starts at Monroe Street Harbor approximately noon-3:30 p.m. July 18. 312-861-7777.
BELMONT ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL: Fine arts and crafts, local restaurant and retail vendors, and other activities; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. July 18-19; Belmont Avenue and Clark Street. Donation $3 per person or $5 per family. 773-868-3010.
MAYOR’S CUP SOCCER FEST: July 18, 19. Montrose Avenue and Lake Shore Drive. 312-744-3370.
FOLK AND ROOTS FESTIVAL: Showcasing The Old Town School of Folk Music’s new Lincoln Square home, featuring national and local folk performances, food, art fair; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. July 18, 19; on Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Wilson Avenues. Small donation suggested. 773-525-7793.
SHEFFIELD GARDEN WALK AND FESTIVAL: Tours of over 100 gardens, live music, Kids Corner, food and more; noon-dusk July 18, 19; Sheffield and Webster Avenues. 773-929-WALK.
CHINATOWN SUMMER FAIR: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. July 19; Wentworth Avenue between Cermak Road and 24th Street. 312-225-6198.
COLOMBIAN INDEPENDENCE PARADE: Noon July 19; Dearborn Street from Wacker Drive to Monroe Street. 773-463-7700.
DEARBORN GARDEN WALK AND HERITAGE FESTIVAL: More than 60 award-winning gardens, family entertainment, noon-6 p.m. July 19. Along North Dearborn Parkway, State, Astor and LaSalle Streets and Sandburg Terrace, between Division Street and North Avenue. $5 donation requested. 773-472-6561.
ROCK AROUND THE BLOCK: July 19, 20; Lincoln Avenue between Belmont Avenue and School Street. 773-665-4682.
GREEK FOOD FEST: Dancing, church tour, pastries, raffle; 5 p.m.-midnight July 19, 20; noon-11 p.m. July 21; Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1017 N. LaSalle Blvd. 312-664-5485.
UPTOWN SUMMER FEST: Diverse cultures of Uptown are represented in music, art, dance and food; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. July 25; Truman College Mall, 1145 W. Wilson Ave. 773-769-4284.
VENETIAN NIGHT: Parade of illuminated boats, fireworks display to synchronized music; dusk July 25; Grant Park and the lakefront. 312-744-3370.
TASTE OF HAITI: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 25, 26; Washington Park at DuSable Museum, 740 E. 56th Pl. 773-947-0600.
TASTE OF LINCOLN AVENUE: 40 bands on four stages, restaurants, vendors, Kid’s Karnival, games; noon-dusk July 25, 26; Along Lincoln Avenue between Fullerton and Wrightwood Avenues. 773-472-9046.
NEWBERRY-BUGHOUSE SQUARE DEBATES, BOOK FAIR: A recreation of soapbox debates of the early 1900s, and sale of over 100,000 used books; 4-8 p.m. July 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 1-2, 60 W. Walton Pl. Free. 312-255-3501.
ST. ALPHONSUS SUMMERFEST: Live bands, food, games, petting zoo, 6 p.m.-midnight July 31; 3 p.m.-midnight Aug. 1; 1:30-7 p.m. Aug. 2; 1429 W. Wellington St. 773-525-0709.
OZ FESTIVAL: Food, arts and crafts and music, Dorothy and friends; 6-10 p.m. July 31; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 1; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 2; Cannon Drive east of Lincoln Park Zoo. $3 adults, $1 over 65 and under 10, $4 after 6 p.m. 773-409-LION.
FIESTA DEL SOL: July 30-Aug. 3; Blue Island Avenue between 18th and 22nd Streets. 312-666-2663.
AUGUST
BUD BILLIKEN PARADE AND PICNIC: Begins at 10 a.m. Aug. 8. From 39th Street and King Drive to 55th Street and into Washington Park. 312-225-2400.
17th ANNUAL NORTHALSTED MARKET DAYS: Three live music stages, over 375 vendors selling food, drink, wares, many objets d’art; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 8, 9; Halsted Street between Belmont Avenue and Addison Street. $2 donation. 773-868-3010.
OLD WICKER PARK 20TH ANNUAL GREENING FESTIVAL: Walk through historical district; artisans, food and live entertainment; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 9, 10; Milwaukee and North Avenues. $2 per person; $5 per family. 773-868-3010.
GINZA HOLIDAY: Japanese cultural festival celebrating Japan’s art, culture and cuisine; 6:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 14, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 15; 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 16. Midwest Buddhist Temple, 435 W. Menomonee St. 312-943-7801.
KOREAN STREET FESTIVAL: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 15; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 16; Bryn Mawr Avenue between Kedzie and Kimball Avenues. 773-583-1700.
NO CRIME DAY FESTIVAL: Two stages with children’s events, live gospel, R&B and jazz music; noon-7 p.m. Aug. 15; Washington Park, 57th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue. 773-978-0868.
LINCOLN SQUARE CAR SHOW: Antique and classic cars; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 16; Lincoln Square, Lincoln, Lawrence and Webster Avenues. 773-728-3890.
CHICAGO AIR AND WATER SHOW: Aerial and aquatic acrobatics featuring civilian and military air and watercrafts, including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels; water show 9-10:30 a.m., air show 11 a.m.-4 p.m Aug. 22, 23; Grant Park, Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard. 312-744-3315.
EDISON PARK FEST: Arts and crafts sale, “Taste of Edison Park” food fair, raffle, bingo, live music, children’s activities. Free admission. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 22-23. Northwest Highway and Olmsted Avenue. 773-631-0063.
RANCH TRIANGLE’S GOOSE ISLAND MICROBREW FEST: Windy City Chili Cook-off, live music, children’s entertainment; noon-dusk Aug. 29-30; 1800 N. Clybourn Ave. 773-472-9046.
LINCOLN SQUARE APPLE FEST: Live music, food and fresh veggies and fruit; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 29; Lincoln Square, Lincoln, Lawrence and Western Avenues. 773-728-3890.
VIVA! CHICAGO LATIN MUSIC FESTIVAL: Latin music from local, national and international artists; noon-9 p.m., Aug. 29-30. Grant Park at Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard. 312-744-3370.
SEPTEMBER
CHICAGO JAZZ FESTIVAL: Performances this year include Nancy Wilson, Branford Marsalis, McCoy Tyner; Sept. 3-6, Grant Park. For more information, call 312-744-3315.
TASTE OF POLONIA: Polish food, music, dance, and crafts; 5:30-10 p.m. Sept. 3, 4; noon-11 p.m. Sept. 5-7. Copernicus Center, 5216 W. Lawrence Ave. 773-777-8898.
35th ANNUAL LABOR DAY PARADE: The Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society and the Jesse White Drum Corps will parade through the Lakeview neighborhood, concludes with entertainment on St. Joseph Hospital’s lawn at 2900 N. Lake Shore Drive, 11 a.m. Sept. 7; starting at Pine Grove and Wellington Avenues. 312-755-0888.
PARK NEWBERRY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: Classical, ethnic music and food vendors; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept. 12, 13. Washington Square Park, Dearborn, Walton and Clark Streets at Delaware Place. $3 donation adults; $1 children 5-15. 312-642-7007.
MISERICORDIA’S FAMILY FESTIVAL: Ethnic food, music and entertainment; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 13; 6300 N. Ridge Rd. Proceeds benefit Misericordia. $5 adults; $3 children, seniors in advance; $7 adults; $4 children, seniors at door. 773-973-6300, ext. 2270.
26TH STREET MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE: Sept. 13; 26th Street from Albany Avenue to Kostner Avenue. 773-521-5387.
CHINATOWN MOON FESTIVAL: Noon-6 p.m. Sept. 12; Chinatown Square, Wentworth Avenue and Cermak Road. 312-326-5320.
UKRANIAN FEST: Live Ukranian music and dance performances, food, arts and crafts; noon-10 p.m. Sept. 12-13; Smith Park, 2526 W. Grand Ave. 312-357-1750.
GERMAN-AMERICAN FEST: Dancing, entertainment and German food; 6:30 p.m.-midnight Sept. 11; 2 p.m.-midnight Sept. 12; noon-11 p.m. Sept. 13; Lincoln Square, Lincoln, Lawrence and Western Avenues. 847-647-9522 or 9523.
BERGHOFF OKTOBERFEST: Sept. 16-19; Federal Plaza Square, Adams Street between State and Dearborn Streets. 312-427-3170.
2nd ANNUAL CELTIC FEST CHICAGO: Celebrating a variety of Celtic music, dance and traditions, two stages will feature local, national and international performers, storytellers, food; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sept. 19, 20; Grant Park. 312-744-3315.
AIDS WALK CHICAGO: Begins at Monroe Harbor, proceeding 6.2 miles along the lakefront. 8:30 a.m. registration Sept. 27. 312-422-8200.
57th STREET CHILDREN’S BOOK FAIR: Street fair with storytelling and book sale; 1-5 p.m. Sept. 27; 57th Street between Kimbark and Dorchester Avenues. 773-324-6926.
