Welcome back on this fine Tuesday, chickadees. Thankfully, the weather has simmered down, and the beach is calling your name. Read for plans, tickets, and more, then turn off your device, head to the water, and relax. You’ve earned it. ❤️ 

Speaking of treats for you, here’s an intimate show with The Black Keys coming up…

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• Chicago Ave is turning into one big block party. West Fest returns July 17th-19th with house music, bites, sips, and live sets curated by Bass by the Pound and Empty Bottle, Kids Fest, Pet Fest, and more. We’ll see you there.*

• Early birds, charge your batteries. Chi Shooters is bringing photographers, videographers, and creators together for a sunrise meetup to shoot, connect, and trade ideas before the city fully wakes up. Win tickets for a morning at 360 Chicago.*

• Find your perfect pour at Summer Wine Fest, an open-air sampling experience set in the gardens of Lincoln Park Zoo. Enjoy premium wines and live entertainment during a picturesque summer evening on July 18th. Roll the dice and win your way in.*

• Free pancakes and hundreds of works from local artists? Say less. Pancakes & Booze Art Show takes over Reggies on July 18th with DJs, live body painting, and one of Chicago's biggest underground art parties. Get in the running for a night out.*

• Plus other just announced shows from GoodWaves Festival, Danny Elfman, Mike Posner, Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes, The Sadies, DJ Rampage, Roscoe Dash, Horse Feathers, Sidepiece, Deana Carter, MPH, Jackie Hollander, Brothers Macklovitch, and more!

CELEBRATE OIL DAY IN CHICAGO

Whether you're stocking up, trying something new, or just looking for an excuse to celebrate, National Oil Day is the perfect time to explore Chicago's cannabis scene. We've rounded up dispensaries, deals, and ways to mark the occasion responsibly.

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• Local initiatives deserve loud support. The DoStuff Amplification Project is helping valuable causes reach new audiences through features, content, and more. Apply for the media grant to work with us.

• Missed the holiday fireworks due to fog? Navy Pier is making it up with free Centennial Wheel rides on Wednesday. If you've been waiting for an excuse to ride, this is it.

• Ready to test your driving skills? F1 Arcade officially opens August 14th with racing simulators, food, drinks, and enough friendly competition to settle who's actually the fastest in your group. Learn more about the incoming arcade.

• Your commute just got a little sweeter. Pretty Cool Ice Cream teamed up with the CTA to create limited-edition pops inspired by the Brown, Orange, Red, and Blue Lines. Available through August 31st.

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