Sam Scumaci

The prize kicks off the annual Printers Row Lit Fest, with past winners including Sandra Cisneros and Studs Terkel. mrf.lu/YRs9

Where it all began heychicago.us/how-chicago-in…

Nice! nytimes.com/2026/05/11/art…

John Prine, one of the most influential songwriters of his era, will be honored this fall with a star-studded tribute concert at the Chicago Theatre. "Souvenirs: 80 Years of John Prine" will be held on Oct. 8. mrf.lu/_Krk

Lorraine Bracco as Mama! youtu.be/9Qx9duAM0vM?si…

Finally meeting one of my idols, Kelly Hogan. What a fantastic show at Fitzgerald's!

Kelly Hogan and Jon Langford at Fitzgeralds!

Happy birthday Joy Harjo poetryfoundation.org/poetrymagazine…

“Like art, their perception of you is an interpretation”

Jim's Original must leave its Union Avenue flagship by June 30 due to redevelopment plans, with a new Pilsen location opening in the fall. mrf.lu/_rbV

Laus and I loved this movie. God I miss her so much youtu.be/gq_TGa6bVqk?si…

Five of the most accomplished women in jazz, together on one stage. Artemis is a supergroup in the truest sense, and tonight they bring their collective firepower to The Gilmore Piano Festival. youtube.com/live/G-is1eptM…

Listen to India Ramey's brand new album Villain Era over at Bandcamp. indiaramey.bandcamp.com/album/villain-…

With the amazing Jenny Don't!

Jenny Don't And The Spurs at Fitzgeralds!

Lane is nominated for a Tony for his portrayal of Arthur Miller's iconic salesman: "When people come back and talk about it, if they're not weeping, they're saying things like, 'You were my father.'" npr.org/2026/05/07/nx-…

A new recording by the esteemed string quartet celebrates the gospel singer's friendships with Martin Luther King, Jr. and Studs Terkel, whose interviews with her are included in a piece by Chicago composer Stacy Garrop. wttw.com/playlist/2026/…

Chicago’s free summer concert series is back, and highlights include Chicago DJ Ca$h Era, Atlanta hip hop ensemble Arrested Development and Prince collaborator Sheila E., often dubbed the “Queen of Percussion.” mrf.lu/VwLB

Millennium Park is bringing back its summer programs, including free outdoor film screenings kicking off in June. The city released its movie lineup which features beloved classics, iconic blockbusters and family-friendly hits. blockclubchi.co/3QSvStK

Been a while since I played any Zora Young youtu.be/L6oSpANyofM?si…