Hello, lovely readers. This one's bittersweet. You may have noticed Yumi back on the newsletter writing couch, and you’re in great hands with them. As for me, I'm wrapping up my time with Do312. Thanks for reading, laughing, and showing my work so much love. It's meant so much to me. I'll still be around Chicago, so don't be a stranger. I’d write more, but you know how character limits are. ❤️

For the last time, lfg…

What year is it?! We’re bringing back Y2K with 2000s Night at the Zoo on August 1st. It’s a 21+ after-hours event at Lincoln Park Zoo with live music, a live DJ, karaoke, adult beverages, and no kids. Wanna win a free pair of tickets?*

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• Chicago’s longest-running comic and pop culture convention, FANEXPO Chicago, is back in Rosemont this August, and this year, they’re adding Jared Padalecki and Karl Urban to the lineup. Nerd alert.*

• Start festival weekend right with AceBounce's bottomless pre-fest brunch. Enjoy unlimited brunch bites, mimosas, Bloody Marys, a live DJ, ping pong, and more on July 31st & August 1st. Get tickets now, or enter to win four.*

• If you’re a DJ with ADHD who can never focus long enough to get to the beat drop, check out the ADHD Producer Accelerator, an 8-week course that helps neurodivergent DJs find their groove. Book a call to apply.*

• Jack Harlow is taking over TAO on August 8th. Whether you know every word or you're just here for the party, this one's bound to fill up fast. Grab your tickets before they're gone.

• Plus other just announced shows from Token, George Lamond, Julia Minkin, 7th Heaven, Notd, Fastball, Spacehog, Diox, and more!

9 THINGS TO DO FOR WNBA ALL-STAR WEEKEND

WNBA All-Star Weekend is taking over Chicago with nonstop hoops, fan events, parties, and plenty of chances to celebrate the league's biggest stars. Whether you're catching the game, meeting your favorite players, or just soaking up the energy around the city, we've rounded up the best events happening all weekend long.

THIS WEEK

LOCALS ONLY

• Prime & Provisions is officially back. The steakhouse reopened Saturday, after a temporary closure, so your next martini, dry-aged steak, or power lunch is back on the table. Make a reservation now.

• Chicago could always use another neighborhood street fest, especially one centered around wellness. Ravenswood Feel Good Fest brings together local fitness studios, artists, food vendors, live music, and interactive experiences for a free day in the neighborhood. Coming up on August 8th.

• Even if you're not vegan, Veggie Fest is worth the trip. Expect a huge lineup of plant-based eats, cooking demos, live music, wellness talks, and plenty of local vendors across two free days.

• Third Man Records is popping up in Chicago for one day only on Friday with exclusive vinyl, merch, and plenty to dig through. If your record collection could use a few new additions, this is the place to be.

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