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An upcoming pop-up on the Mag Mile will offer a chance for visitors to immerse themselves in the world of “Little House on the Prairie.” From left are Luke Bracey as Charles Ingalls and Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline Ingalls in an episode from the new Netflix series.

‘Prairie Pause’ to offer ‘Little House’ experience in downtown Chicago

Inspired by a new Netflix adaptation of “Little House on the Prairie,” an upcoming pop-up in downtown Chicago will offer visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the 1870s.

Guy Wilkinson, grill master at Mojo’s Famous BBQ, spreads some sauce on the ribs during last year’s Lake in the Hills Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest.

Taste of the towns: Food-centric festivals satisfy hungry festgoers

Of course, every festival offers tasty tidbits of some sort, but not every fest makes food the main focus. Here are upcoming festivals through Labor Day with food right in the title.

Zachary Keller plays veterinary student Jacob Jankowski, who hops a moving train after losing everything and finds a home with a traveling circus during the Great Depression, in Broadway in Chicago’s production of “Water for Elephants” at the James M. Nederlander Theatre.

Lake Zurich native Zachary Keller returns to Chicago as the lead in national touring production of ‘Water for Elephants’

Zachary Keller, a stage and screen actor with roots in Barrington and Lake Zurich, has been acting since he was a child. Now he’s the leading man in the North American tour of “Water for Elephants” playing Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre through July 5.

The fireworks display in Sleepy Hollow is popular in the Fox Valley.

Have a blast: Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, festivals and more in the suburbs

As the Fourth of July approaches, so do themed events throughout the suburbs, including festivals, parades, fireworks displays, walks and runs, concerts and more. Here’s where and when you can celebrate.

Madurai Kitchen opened a new location this week at Glen Town Center in Glenview.

Dining out: New restaurants, July 4 specials and more

Madurai Kitchen opened a new location this week at Glen Town Center in Glenview, and there’s a new First Watch in Crystal Lake. Plus, where to celebrate July 4 and fun for your pup at Lazy Dog.

Volunteers Carol Smith, left, and Diane Coughlin hold the welcome sign to start last year’s Swedish Days parade in downtown Geneva. This year’s parade begins at 1 p.m. Sunday along State Street.

Things to do June 26 to July 2: Swedish Days, Wauconda Fest, Frontier Days and more

Mark your calendar for Swedish Days in Geneva, Wauconda Fest, Frontier Days in Arlington Heights, Mundelein Community Days, Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest, Northwest Fourth-Fest in Hoffman Estates and more.

Ed Sheeran will bring his “LOOP Tour” to Chicago’s Soldier Field Saturday, June 27, with special guests Myles Smith and Ellie Banke.

Concerts June 26 to July 2: Ed Sheeran, Josh Groban, Alex Warren and more

Upcoming concerts include Ed Sheeran at Soldier Field, Josh Groban with Jennifer Hudson at the Allstate Arena, "Weird Al" Yankovic at the United Center and The Guess Who at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island.