lizseymour
04-16-2008, 02:35 AM
Rite of Spring: Grey skies are clearing up, and alfresco dining in NoMI Garden (http://www.nomirestaurant.com/gallery/nomi/setting/garden.html) is definitely a reason to put on a happy face. NoMI has re-opened the terrace (barring rain showers or a late season cold spell). The secluded seventh floor spot is a summertime sanctuary for those craving cocktails and appetizers or a casual bite for lunch or dinner. The menu features contemporary salads, small plates and sandwiches. Also available throughout the day is a selection of fresh sushi and sashimi pieces and platters, flown in daily and prepared by NoMI’s sushi chefs. For drink aficionados, the cocktails of choice this summer will be Caipirinhas, the national drink of Brazil.
Don’t pass on Passover: This is just a small sampling of ways to celebrate Passover. Carlos’ Restaurant in Highland Park (http://www.carlos-restaurant.com/) will feature a seven course special Passover menu on Sunday, April 20. The dinner is priced at $90 per person or $130 with kosher wine pairings (plus beverages, tax, and gratuity). The Spertus Shop (http://www.spertusshop.org/) invites you to make new traditions for your family with a Haggadah. Choose from traditional, feminist, kid-friendly, egalitarian, and more. You can also find an assortment of beautiful Seder plates, Matzah covers and trays, Passover cookbooks, fun frogs and other toys.
Decades of Dames: Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play, The Heidi Chronicles (http://theatreschool.depaul.edu/theatre_school_showcase_0708_heidi.php) masterfully captures the evolving role of women over three decades. In this story of female independence in a male-dominated world, author Wendy Wasserstein infuses wit and smart dialogue in this comical and sincere ride through history. The show runs Friday, April 18 – Sunday, April 27 at DePaul's Merle Reskin Theatre.
Mother (Earth)’s Day: Go green and head to the Earth Day Clean-Up and Celebration at Humboldt Park (http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/events.detail/object_id/304e6a24-325a-405c-b330-c26994124b33/instance_object_id/1b337d12-8d31-41ef-afc6-fb90ca9dc45e/park/3A5DC0F3-2FEF-44E8-B99B-1487EAC9D1D2.cfm) on Saturday, April 19. Help spruce up the park and then enjoy lively entertainment and activities at the historic Humboldt Park Boathouse. The celebration includes live animals, hands-on nature crafts, music, community resources and more. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free admission.
Casino Chicago: Let what happens in Vegas stay in Vegas, and check out Casino Chicago (http://www.cfholdem.com/index.htm). Play craps, roulette and blackjack or compete in a poker tournament for the chance win a seat at the 2008 World Series of Poker. Includes cocktails, appetizers and live and silent auctions. Friday, April 18, 6 p.m. until 2 a.m. at the Chicago Marriott Downtown. Proceeds benefit Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Admission $100; an additional $300-$400 for the poker tournament.
Don’t pass on Passover: This is just a small sampling of ways to celebrate Passover. Carlos’ Restaurant in Highland Park (http://www.carlos-restaurant.com/) will feature a seven course special Passover menu on Sunday, April 20. The dinner is priced at $90 per person or $130 with kosher wine pairings (plus beverages, tax, and gratuity). The Spertus Shop (http://www.spertusshop.org/) invites you to make new traditions for your family with a Haggadah. Choose from traditional, feminist, kid-friendly, egalitarian, and more. You can also find an assortment of beautiful Seder plates, Matzah covers and trays, Passover cookbooks, fun frogs and other toys.
Decades of Dames: Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play, The Heidi Chronicles (http://theatreschool.depaul.edu/theatre_school_showcase_0708_heidi.php) masterfully captures the evolving role of women over three decades. In this story of female independence in a male-dominated world, author Wendy Wasserstein infuses wit and smart dialogue in this comical and sincere ride through history. The show runs Friday, April 18 – Sunday, April 27 at DePaul's Merle Reskin Theatre.
Mother (Earth)’s Day: Go green and head to the Earth Day Clean-Up and Celebration at Humboldt Park (http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/events.detail/object_id/304e6a24-325a-405c-b330-c26994124b33/instance_object_id/1b337d12-8d31-41ef-afc6-fb90ca9dc45e/park/3A5DC0F3-2FEF-44E8-B99B-1487EAC9D1D2.cfm) on Saturday, April 19. Help spruce up the park and then enjoy lively entertainment and activities at the historic Humboldt Park Boathouse. The celebration includes live animals, hands-on nature crafts, music, community resources and more. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free admission.
Casino Chicago: Let what happens in Vegas stay in Vegas, and check out Casino Chicago (http://www.cfholdem.com/index.htm). Play craps, roulette and blackjack or compete in a poker tournament for the chance win a seat at the 2008 World Series of Poker. Includes cocktails, appetizers and live and silent auctions. Friday, April 18, 6 p.m. until 2 a.m. at the Chicago Marriott Downtown. Proceeds benefit Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Admission $100; an additional $300-$400 for the poker tournament.