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Donald E. Stephens Convention Center 9301 Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018 Oct 15 - Oct 17



As of this post and via Chicago Magazine, this event is still on.

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The grandchildren of legendary Chicago gangster Al Capone will sell 174 family heirlooms at an Oct. 8 auction titled "A Century of Notoriety: The Estate of Al Capone" in Sacramento, California. The family heirlooms include his favorite gun that he called "Sweetheart" (estimated value $150K), his diamond-monogrammed watch ($50K), engraved jewelry, furniture from the Palm Island home, family photos and more.


https://www.chicagotribune.com/histo...togallery.html

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Open House Chicago Set To Make In-Person Comeback. Get a Sneak Peek at New Sites.

After focusing on virtual and outdoor programming in 2020, Open House Chicago will return to form in 2021, once again offering in-person, behind-the-scenes access to buildings and spaces normally off-limits to the public.
The free two-day architecture festival, produced by the Chicago Architecture Center for the 11th year, is scheduled for Oct. 16-17.

More than 100 venues across Chicago and adjacent suburbs will open their doors to visitors over the course of the event, from skyscrapers to cultural centers, private clubs to rooftop farms. An online searchable database will be continuously updated as sites and details are added.

“Chicagoans love their city, and Open House Chicago is a reflection of that passion,” said Lynn Osmond, president and CEO of the Chicago Architecture Center, in a statement.






https://news.wttw.com/2021/09/20/ope...peek-new-sites

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Reeling Film Festival (now until Thursday October 7)

Founded in 1981 and organized by Chicago Filmmakers, Reeling is the second-oldest LGBTQ film festival in the U.S., featuring a lineup of features, shorts and documentaries highlighting the diversity of queer stories and filmmakers from around the world. The fest will offer a mixture of in-person and virtual programming that includes 42 films this year, kicking off with a screening of Peeter Rebane's Cold War love story Firebird at the Music Box Theatre (3733 N Southport Ave) and running September 24–30 at the Landmark Century Centre Cinemas (2828 N. Clark St). From there, watch screenings virtually through October 7. For a full schedule of films and other events, visit the festival's website.


:http://reelingfilmfestival.org/

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JoJo's Pumpkin Patch River North Oct 1Nov 1, 2021

Snag a treat and some decorative gourds at the month-long, 5,000-square-foot JoJo's Pumpkin Patch pop-up, a festive patio adjacent to JoJo's Shake Bar in River North where you'll find hay bales, festive lights and "pumpkin domes" outfitted with tables for dining and hanging out.

Guests can enjoy a menu of special seasonal dishes, including caramel apples, pumpkin pie, apple pie, spiked ciders and hot chocolate. There's also a decadent Pumpkin Patch Shake— topped with a slice of pumpkin pie, a taffy apple, roasted marshmallow and a Reese's pretzel—plus cocktails like the Caramel Apple Mule and Pumpkin Spiked Latte. And if you need a big orange gourd to bring home, you can purchase one here. Cheers to fall!


Event website:https://jojosshakebar.com/

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Friday October 1 2021 - Sunday October 3 2021

Unfortunately, the Chicago Pride Parade won't be taking place this year, but Chicago Pride Fest is still moving forward, bringing three days of music, drag, vendors and LGBTQ-friendly event to Northalsted.

Swing by to catch headlining sets from The Four contestant VINCINT, early-aughts popstar Mýa and identical twin duo Nina Sky. Plus, on Sunday you can view the Pet Pride Parade at noon or take in the Peach Presents Takeover, featuring sets from local acts like Roy Kinsey, Jamila Woods and Mother Nature.


Event website:https://northalsted.com/pridefest/