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6 days ago | axios.com | Moyo Adeolu |Carrie Shepherd

Whether you'll be dining with family and friends, hunting for Easter eggs, snapping photos with the Easter Bunny, or sipping a cocktail, here's your guide to local Easter events worth checking out this weekend. 🥐 BrunchAmbar in River North: Unlimited Balkan-inspired brunch at one of River North's newest restaurants. 🎥 Watch Monica and I taste test the food. Avec River North: Mediterranean prix-fixe brunch buffet with housemade pastries and wine pairings. 10am–2pm. $50 for adults/$25 for kids.

1 week ago | axios.com | Moyo Adeolu

C2E2 at McCormick Place. Photo: Daniel Boczarski/Getty ImagesImmerse yourself in the world of pop culture at C2E2 (Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo) this weekend. The big picture: It's the largest pop culture and entertainment convention in the Midwest, featuring hundreds of exhibitors, exclusive artwork, collectible figurines and photo-ops with beloved fictional characters.

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Moyo Adeolu

Shaw's Crab House is showing us how family and tasty seafood can thrive in the heart of downtown. The big picture: The Chicago institution is celebrating 40 years with a week of festivities and dining specials beginning Monday. Zoom in: After years of strolling past this beloved restaurant and oyster bar, I finally stopped by for a weekend lunch and it was bustling.

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Moyo Adeolu

The weather is not feeling quite summer-like yet, but there are plenty of weekend events to get you ready for the season. Maybe pretend Chicago April doesn't feel like November? Give it a try. 🐻 Cubs Home OpenerCheer on the Chicago Cubs at home against the San Diego Padres. Friday 1:20pm at Wrigley Field. Cost:ğŸŽžï¸ "Summer of Soul"Watch this Oscar-winning music documentary that includes performances from the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, including Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder and more.

3 weeks ago | axios.com | Moyo Adeolu

ğŸ˜Ž Tattoo ConventionAdd some new ink as this traveling tattoo convention returns to the Midwest, showcasing top artists from across the U.S.Friday-Sunday at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. Cost: Tickets start at $25🤍 RenaisSENSES: Healing Through TouchLearn unique healing techniques for your body through interactive artwork curated by Anke Loh. Friday 6-8pm at the International Museum of Surgical Science in Gold Coast.