I tell you what’s going on for the weekend every Friday at 9:20am on WBBM-AM, Newradio 780. If you missed it, check out all the events below!
Of course it’s Easter weekend and you can catch the Easter bunny at Adams Sangamon Park in the West Loop or head out to the suburbs for free Easter egg hunts Saturday morning at West Ridge Park in Highland Park, the Children’s Farm in Palos Park or the Frontier Sports Complex in Naperville.
And who says Easter eggs hunts are just for kids? There’s an Adult Easter Egg Hunt in Logan Square Sunday and those who collect the most eggs will receive prize baskets from participating businesses. It kicks off at 11 am at Longman and Eagle, and the $5 entry fee will benefit the Logan Square Boys and Girls Club. http://www.longmanandeagle.com/blog/category/fun/
And if your favorite part of Easter is the chocolate, there’ll be a special Sunday screening of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory at the Music Box Theater at 2 o’clock. Dress as your favorite character to compete in the costume contest. http://www.longmanandeagle.com/blog/category/fun/
Also the Music Box Theatre is bringing back the “Grease” Sing-a-long tomorrow at 2 o’clock, featuring a pre-show costume parade and screening of the film. Dress like your favorite character and belt out the hits from the 50’s. http://www.musicboxtheatre.com/events/grease-sing-a-long-2014-apr-19-sat-0200pm
“Motown the Musical” will celebrate its national tour debut at the Oriental Theatre Tuesday. The production follows Berry Gordy’s life as founder of the highly successful record company that launched the careers of major artists like Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. The show runs through July 13th. http://www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows_dyn.php?cmd=display_current&display_showtag=motown14
Comedian Mike Epps will be in town at the Arie Crown Theater tomorrow for his show “After Dark.” Shows are at 8 and 10:30pm. http://www.ariecrown.com/events/events.php
If you feel like dancing this weekend how about Funk Fest? Celebrate tonight and tomorrow night at Subterranean on North Avenue. http://www.ticketfly.com/event/500121-funk-fest-chicago-chicago/
Some big movies out this weekend include Transcendence starring Johnny Depp. Also, Heaven is for Real came out this week that tells the true story of a young boy who claims to have gone to heaven and back with Greg Kinnear playing the father of the young boy. See videos of my interview with Greg HERE and HERE!
Happy Easter and Happy Passover to everyone!
