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Rock band Heart offering reward for instruments stolen from New Jersey venue

Jun 04, 2025 9:55 am - Two irreplaceable instruments owned by members of the rock band Heart were stolen from a venue in New Jersey last weekend as the group prepared to launch a nationwide tour, and the musicians are now offering a reward for information leading to their return.
Snack Wrap unwrapped: Here’s why McDonald’s is bringing back a fan favorite July 10

By DEE-ANN DURBIN
Jun 04, 2025 9:10 am - McDonald's says it's bringing back a menu item it discontinued nearly a decade ago. The Chicago burger giant confirmed on Tuesday that Snack Wraps will return to its U.S. menu on July 10.
Theo’s ‘Diana’ a tribute to beloved artistic director

By Barbara Vitello
Jun 04, 2025 9:09 am - Brenda Didier, co-director/choreographer of Theo’s regional premiere of “Diana: The Musical,” suspected the show might be co-director Fred Anzevino’s last. It was, as the longtime Chicago-area theater veteran died April 28, days after rehearsals began. Didier and the creative team and cast proceeded with the show in his honor.
Axe throwing anyone? Libertyville restaurant draws attention weeks before debut

By Mick Zawislak
Jun 04, 2025 8:46 am - Mid-July is the target opening for Up North Axe & Tap in downtown Libertyville but curious passersby already have been peering in the windows to get a look at what’s taking shape.
Finding sanctuary: Janelle Monáe hopes to ‘be a refuge’ for fans during Saturday’s Ravinia concert

By Chris Kelly
Jun 04, 2025 8:03 am - As a child, Janelle Monáe had nightmares about two people: Grace Jones and Prince. In time Monáe would become both a friend and an artistic heir to the two iconic musicians. On Saturday, June 7, she’s performing a double bill with Jones at Ravinia Festival.
Where’s Marty McFly’s guitar? Search is on for ‘Back to the Future’ prop 4 decades later

By JONATHAN MATTISE
Jun 04, 2025 6:35 am - Marty McFly grabbed a guitar in “Back to the Future” and rocked out with the band at a 1950s high school dance, helping him narrowly avoid blinking out of existence before time-traveling back to the 1980s. The guitar, in real life, wasn’t as lucky.
Independent film to raise awareness and funding in fight against Alzheimer’s

Submitted by Dan Kairis
Jun 04, 2025 12:08 am - “Forget Me Not” will be released on June 20, coinciding with the “Longest Day to Fight Alzheimer's” in a mission to increase awareness and raise funds to fight against Alzheimer's. There will be film showings at Elgin Community College and McHenry County College.
Love on the Lawn, Illinois’ largest family reunion, combines music, community and purpose

Submitted by Impossible Dreamz Music Group
Jun 03, 2025 10:55 pm - The Love on the Lawn Festival in Elgin returns on Aug. 30, offering music, community, and culture with headliners like Kid Capri and DJ Sundance.
Art gallery at Wheaton’s Gary UMC opens June 6-7

Submitted by Janet Mathis
Jun 03, 2025 9:58 pm - All are welcome to the art gallery, featuring more than a dozen local artists at Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton.
Concerts June 6-12: Kendrick Lamar and SZA, Heart, Barenaked Ladies and more

By Luke Zurawski
Jun 03, 2025 4:50 pm - Upcoming concerts this week include Kendrick Lamar and SZA, Alejandro Fernández, Heart, Judy Collins, Barenaked Ladies, Alison Krauss and Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas and more.

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