The rain sure is working hard to bring us incredible blooms. Someone get me to a flower field, stat! If you need some color in your life, I’m currently keeping my eyes on the tulips downtown and in the suburbs. What’s your favorite place for springtime blooms?

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• Ever wanted to learn magic but had no idea where to start? Chicago Magic College runs six Saturdays starting 5/9 at Chicago Magic Lounge, covering the fundamentals and wrapping with a student showcase. Register now.*

• Level up your 420 with help from Ivy Hall. We’re breaking down what to grab, how to enjoy it, and how to keep things chill. Plus, you could win a stacked survival kit with everything you need, and $25 off your next order. Enter now!*

• Celebrate 100 years of the Ambassador with a high-energy night of DJs, red carpet, cocktails, immersive entertainment, and a special appearance by Chris Chelios. Tickets are almost gone, buy now! Use code CHC20 to save 20%.*

• Silverroom’s annual Sound System Block Party is returning to Chicago on July 18th. Head’s up, tickets go on sale tomorrow at noon. Are you ready?

• Plus other just announced shows from Teddy Swims, James Hype, The Strokes, Jack White, SOMBR, Wild Child, Elujay, Jessie Ware, Kylesa with Yakuza & Cloud Rat, Buju Banton & Stephen Marley, The Dip w. James Tutson, and more!

FORECAST: SUNNY WITH A CHANCE OF PATIO

I’ve been experiencing a dramatic mood improvement these past few days and I think the weather is to thank. It makes me want to call up my friends, grab my favorite sunglasses, and day drink outdoors. If you’re like me, luckily, we’ve got you covered with the best patios in Chicago. Cheers!

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• A new queer-led sober rooftop social club, Everywhere, is opening uptown this summer! If that’s not the best list of adjectives, I don’t know what is. Sounds like a great addition to our city!

• Clöud Café, the first-ever Collagen Coffee and Matcha brand, is hosting a free pop-up at Ulta Beauty Clybourn Square on April 23rd! Does anyone know if collagen has a flavor profile? Let me know if you try it.

• Tu Casa Project is hosting a San Juan 5k Run/Walk on June 21st in Humboldt Park. On your marks, get set, buy tickets!

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