It’s still the perfect time for Polar Adventure Days at Northerly Island on Saturday afternoon. Toddler ice fishing, winter animals up close, dog sledding demonstrations, and nature-related arts and crafts are just some of the free fun! Click HERE.
Or how about North Halsted’s Winter Fest? Chill out on Sunday for an afternoon of fire and ice – live ice sculpting at the corner of Halsted and Roscoe or fire dancers and a 3-D light show will be on display. Neighborhood restaurants are pairing with retailers so you can shop while you enjoy the flavors of the area. Click HERE.
Or heat things up a bit at The Chicago Flamenco Festival this weekend through March 22 at the Instituto Cervantes on Ohio Street in downtown Chicago. Check out some of the art’s brightest rising stars as well as its critically acclaimed artists. Click HERE.
And animal lovers will be heading over to McCormick Place this weekend for the International Kennel Club Dog Show. Watch purebred dogs compete for the coveted “Best in Show” title. Also experience demonstrations of extraordinary feats of athleticism and skill by talented canines, dog fashion shows and pet-the-dog areas. This event draws more than 10,000 dogs representing 160 breeds. Click HERE.
This is a neat one. Eleven popular Chicago restaurants will be preparing the Canadian snack Poutine at Poutine Fest. Poutine is a combination of crispy french fries and cheese curds covered in gravy. Chefs will be competing Sunday morning for the title “King of Poutine”at the Haymarket Pub and Brewery on west Randolph Street. Click HERE.
Finally, a new roller derby club, The Chicago Red Hots, hold their season opener tomorrow at the Cicero Stadium. Unlike other roller derby teams, these players are not allowed to stop, stand or skate in the opposite direction. This week’s game is against the Happy Camper Rollergirls from Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Click HERE.
If you’re a golf fan the Chicago Golf Show is for you. Check it out this weekend at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Click HERE.
