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5 days ago | blockclubchicago.org | Jennifer Billock |Leen Yassine |Kelly Bauer

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5 days ago | asianamericans.einnews.com | Jennifer Billock |Leen Yassine |Kelly Bauer

CHICAGO — The city comes alive in the summer — which means it’s prime time enjoy its hundreds of patios. Block Club has mapped more than 200 spots where you can grab a drink or a bite to eat while soaking in the sunshine. Here are 200+ patios around Chicago: A Flourish table3912 W. Montrose Ave. • Website • 773-463-14075:30 p.m.-midnight Wednesday-MondayBoem is a Latin American family restaurant with a spacious outdoor patio in Albany Park. 4620 N. Kedzie Ave.

1 week ago | blockclubchicago.org | Leen Yassine

CHICAGO — There’s a seemingly endless list of things to do in Chicago in the summer, so we’ve compiled a list of some of the city’s longest-running and most beloved events. Looking to stroll through charming art fairs? Catch rival games between the Cubs and Sox? Catch free outdoor movie screenings in the heart of the city? Explore global cuisine during food crawls? Dance your days away at Chicago’s many music festivals?

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Leen Yassine

14 hours agoNorthwestern University scientists develop possible replacement for PFAS, common "forever chemicals"They're in cookware, cosmetic products, clothing, tap water, and even detectable in human bodies – PFAS, a group of synthetic chemicals. PFAS are …19 hours agoHokusai's Japan comes to Chicago in new exhibitImmerse yourself in the rich world of historical Japanese art and culture this summer just an hour's drive from the city.

1 week ago | blockclubchicago.org | Leen Yassine

CHICAGO — It’s street fest season in Chicago, and you can take full advantage this weekend. Maifest is once again celebrating all things German culture in Lincoln Square, the fourth annual Windy City Hot Dog Fest means franks galore in Portage Park and Edgewater will host an indoor/outdoor arts and music fest. Porchfest is also on deck in Lakeview, and West Town’s Do Division Street Fest will have bands, food trucks, family activities and more.