Saw: Peeking through the construction fence around Steep Theater on Kenmore & Berwyn, I loved this creative shadow sign

Heard: A small waterfall inside the garage at 5413 Kenmore

Smelled: Arancini wafting down the street from Sfera (yes I realize this is the second week I’ve talked about Sfera but they’re very good)

Tasted: A fat heirloom tomato from the Edgewater Farmer’s Market 😍

Touched: A wine glass at Independent Spirits on Broadway during their weekly Friday tasting (I’m adding it to the list!)

Happening Around Town

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Monday, August 24

  • Greek World Dance Class, 12:30 PM: Edgewater Village's weekly dance class. Edgewater Satellite Senior Center, 5917 N Broadway.

  • Monday Matinee: Shane (1953), 2:00–4:00 PM: A Best Picture nominee and classic Western about a wandering gunslinger, a veteran of too many range wars, who takes a job as a ranch hand. Edgewater Library, 6000 N Broadway.

  • Edgewater Monday Market, 3:00–7:00 PM: Chicago's only Monday farmers market, with more than 40 vendors in the Broadway Armory parking lot (5917 N Broadway). Runs every Monday until September 28.

  • Monday Night Trivia, 7:00 PM: Stewpendous Productions runs the room. No cover. Whiskey Girl Tavern, 6318 N Clark.

  • Pokémon World Championship Celebration Tournament, 7:00 PM at Dice Dojo, 6314 N Broadway.

Tuesday, August 25

  • Pharaoh and Tarot, 10:30 AM: Pharaoh (they/them) is a multidisciplinary tarot reader and artist based in Chicago, driven by the desire to help others transform their present. Walk-in readings at Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

  • LT the Medium, 3:00–5:00 PM: LT is a medium who wants to share the love they receive with the world. Free readings, with donations going to the Harmony Fund for animal rescue. Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

  • Magic the Gathering Night, 4:00–10:00 PM: Commander play with your host, Tim. Your ticket includes a booster pack, two raffle tickets and a free draft beer; the raffle grand prize is five boosters and a Dice Dojo gift card. Beard & Belly, 6157 N Broadway.

  • Tabla Tarang & Tabla Performance with Sandip Burman, 6:00–7:00 PM: A rare chance to hear the tabla tarang played live by an internationally renowned artist from West Bengal, India. Edgewater Library, 6000 N Broadway.

  • Danny G. Felix & Friends, 7:00 PM: Live on the Waterfront Café patio at Berger Park, 6219 N Sheridan.

Wednesday, August 26

  • Storypalooza, 10:30–11:30 AM: Mr. Chris leads songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, movement and music, followed by open play. For kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Edgewater Library, 6000 N Broadway.

  • Natalie Is Your Psychic, 1:00–4:00 PM: Natalie is a psychic medium and tarot reader with over 300 sessions behind her; her readings are grounded, honest and specific. Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

  • The Dinosaur of Lake Michigan, 5:30–6:30 PM: A treasure hunt for the elusive "dinosaur of Lake Michigan" — a sturgeon — with hyper-realistic animal puppets made from recyclables, live music and physical storytelling. Best for ages 3–6 with caregivers. Free at Lane Beach, 5915 N Sheridan.

  • Luciano Antonio | Brazilian Jazz, 7:00 PM: Waterfront Café at Berger Park, 6219 N Sheridan.

  • HamBINGO Wednesdays, 7:00 PM: Drag queen bingo supporting local charities and organizations, with reservations from 6 PM. Hamburger Mary's, 1055 W Bryn Mawr.

  • Karaoke, 8:00 PM: Mac Dog Karaoke. No cover. Whiskey Girl Tavern, 6318 N Clark.

Thursday, August 27

  • Register to Vote!, 4:00–6:00 PM: Election Day is Tuesday, November 3 — register, update your address, or make changes to your registration. Edgewater Library, 6000 N Broadway.

  • Knitting Class, 6:30–7:45 PM: Learn to knit, build your skills, or just come chat with other knitters. Free; bring your own materials. Edgewater Library, 6000 N Broadway.

  • Full Moon Gathering with Madi, 7:00–8:30 PM: A virtual gathering with Madi, one of the witches of Roots & Ritual — journal together, pull tarot and oracle cards, set intentions, and share how the energy of the moment is impacting you. Hosted by Roots & Ritual; virtual only.

  • The Point du Sable Hot Club | Gypsy Jazz Quartet, 7:00 PM: Waterfront Café at Berger Park, 6219 N Sheridan.

  • Lakefront Social Dance Party, 7:00–9:00 PM: Learn to dance with a partner the chill way, outdoors on the concrete steps south of the Hollywood Beach pier, 5700 N Lake Shore Dr. Runs every Thursday through the end of September.

  • Hay Fever, 7:30 PM: The Greater Theater Company opens its production of Noël Coward's comedy at The Edge Theater, 5451 N Broadway.

Friday, August 28

Edgewater Music Fest, 5:00–10:00 PM: The North Side's coolest street fest returns to Broadway between Thorndale and Ardmore, with 35+ bands on two stages — Ted Leo & The Pharmacists, NNAMDÏ, Maps & Atlases, Mucca Pazza, LowDown Brass Band and more — plus 100+ street vendors, local breweries, a pop-up record store and a kids activity zone.

Donations benefit the Chamber and Care for Real
  • Tarot Readings w/ Storm, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM: Storm (any pronouns) is your friendly neighborhood oracle, reading professionally since 2017. Pay-what-you-can options available. Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

  • Students for Reproductive Justice, 11:00 AM: The Loyola student group tables at Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway, on the last Friday of the month.

  • Stewpendous Trivia, 6:00–8:00 PM: Last-Friday trivia at Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

  • Allan Laskey Trio, 7:00 PM: Waterfront Café at Berger Park, 6219 N Sheridan.

  • Hay Fever, 7:30 PM: The Greater Theater Company at The Edge Theater, 5451 N Broadway.

Saturday, August 29

Edgewater Music Fest, Noon–10:00 PM: Day two on Broadway between Thorndale and Ardmore. (See Friday for more details)

Donations benefit the Chamber and Care for Real
  • BARGE Annual Block Party, 9:00 AM–9:00 PM: "Fun starts at 9am and lasts all day." 1178 W Victoria.

  • Miss Nancy's Musical Storytime, 10:00 AM: Songs, stories and free kids' books courtesy of Open Books — fun for toddlers, big kids and grownups alike. Free at The World Music Foundation, 1066 W Granville, with CG Therapies.

  • Spell Oil Workshop with Madi, 6:00–8:00 PM: Learn Madi's process for making spell oils and take a couple of your own home. Roots & Ritual, 1052 W Bryn Mawr.

  • The Hobbit: An Unexpected Crafting Party, 6:30 PM: A casual, creative in-store experience inspired by The Hobbit — Dwarven language puzzle worksheets, Smaug-themed coloring inserts sized for a toploader, stickers and collectible Treasure tokens. Dice Dojo, 6314 N Broadway.

  • yo ho., 8:00 PM: Closing night for Babes With Blades' pirate premiere at The Edge Off Broadway, 1133 W Catalpa.

Sunday, August 30

Edgewater Music Fest, Noon–10:00 PM: Closing day on Broadway between Thorndale and Ardmore. (See Friday for more details)

Donations benefit the Chamber and Care for Real
  • Cielo the Astrologer, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM: Cielo reads tropical and sidereal astrology, and specializes in fashion astrology and intentional dressing. Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

  • Beach Stewardship Volunteer Day, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM: Help clean up and restore the natural area at the Kathy Osterman Beach dunes. Meet south of the Osterman Beach House, 5800 N Lake Shore Dr.

  • Numerology with Grace, 2:30–5:00 PM: A personalized mini reading exploring your Life Path Number or Personal Year, with a card to take home. Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

  • Hay Fever, 3:00 PM: Closing matinee for The Greater Theater Company at The Edge Theater, 5451 N Broadway.

  • Jackson Wolff Band | Contemporary Classics, 7:00 PM: Waterfront Café at Berger Park, 6219 N Sheridan.

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