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EASTER IN THE AIR Best local Easter events for kids and pets

Maggie Daley Park dusts o rock wall, new slime and archery programs Page 12

Get that bike ready to roll Page 10 New senior citizen care officer for New Eastside Page 12

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Best brunches in New Eastside Page 8

Kids scramble to find eggs in Maggie Daley Park. Photo courtesy Maggie Daley Park

Shedd offers chance to work with sharks

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Doorperson of the month: Sircraig Lykes

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| NEWS BRIEFS | Sweetwater re-opens After being closed for months for repairs, Sweetwater Tavern and Grille reopened its doors on March 8.

The popular New Eastside bar and grill, at 225 N. Michigan Ave., was packed by 5 p.m. that day and longtime fans said they were happy to have their favorite spot back.

“I had come here about a dozen times before it reopened,” customer Ken Goncharoff said.

In the two months since the restaurant closed, construction crews added stainless steel accents and more seating options, including bar seats, and an updated ceiling.

But Goncharoff said he didn’t notice most of it because his favorite parts of the bar are unchanged.

“To be honest, it looks the same,” he said.

“The bar looks different and the ceiling looks different, but I love the atmosphere here. That’s why I come here, and that hasn’t changed. I liked it before and I like it now.”

For more information, visit sweetwatertavernandgrille.com.

Lancaster temporary dog park to close The property managers at Magellan Development Group announced in March that the temporary dog park just east of the Lancaster, 201 N Westshore Drive, will close May 1.

The dog park is closing to make room for construction in Lakeshore East. However, a permanent dog park is included in final plans.

In the meantime, residents can use the dog park in Lake Shore East Park.

Aon’s exterior glass elevator to be tallest in North America According to Architect.com, Aon’s glass exterior elevator that will whisk guests to the skyscraper’s planned observation deck, will be the tallest glass elevator in the world. It will take visitors 1,000 feet—83 stories—in 60 seconds. The elevator will be designed by the Chicago firm Solomon Cordwell Buenz and construction on the project is expected to begin later this year.

Sweetwater Bar and Grille reopened to a packed house in March. Photo by Jesse Wright

Aon Center offers an amenities suite to tenants In April, tenants at the Aon Center will have access to a new amenities suite on the 70th floor. The suite includes shared meeting spaces, a gym, a restaurant and lounge and a television and games area.

The tower has never previously had an amenities space and assistant general manager Ralph Adamson said the amenities center is “something we’d been missing.

As a class A building, it’s something we wanted to offer our tenants.”

Water main installations to continue through June The Department of Water Management (DWM) is replacing water mains on Wells St., Division St. to Oak St. and on Oak St., Wells St. to State St. The mains dates back to 1875 and the project is expected to be completed by mid-June 2019.

In addition, the DWM will replace mains on Illinois St., Michigan Ave.to Cityfront Plaza, St. Clair St., Illinois St. to Lower North Water St. and North Water St. and Rush St. to North Cityfront Plaza.

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The lounge room on the 70th floor of the Aon Center is part of the new amenities floor for tenants. Photo by Jesse Wright

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Street sweeping to return Street sweeping begins on April 1, and continues through November. The Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation Chicago utilizes street sweepers to remove debris and litter from streets.

Temporary no parking restrictions will be in place on the day that street sweeping is performed on each block.

Ocean Prime to open in April Ocean Prime, a modern American restaurant and lounge from restaurateur Cameron Mitchell, will open in April.

Located at LondonHouse, at the

corner of North Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive, the restaurant will be open for weekday lunch and nightly dinner. The menu consists of seafood and prime cuts of steak, courtesy of executive chef Jason Shelley, signature cocktails and an extensive Wine Spectator-honored wine list.

“We’re thrilled to open an Ocean Prime in Chicago, a city we’ve had our sights set on for quite a while,” Mitchell said in a press release.

“When we toured the dramatic, beautiful space, looked out across the Chicago River through its floor-to-ceiling windows, and felt the energy of the neighborhood, we knew the time was right.”

Shortly after opening, Ocean Prime will host the Taste of Iceland as part of a Chicago-wide series of food and drink events. Residents can get a sip of Icelandic spirits with The Spirits of Iceland: Cocktail Class from 6-8 p.m. on April

11 at LH on 21 at LondonHouse Chicago, 85 E. Upper Wacker Drive, Floor 21.

LH on 21 head bartender Adam Peabody and award-winning Icelandic bartender Tóta will co-host a fun and informative mixology class. The event features a demonstration of craft cocktails made with Icelandic spirits Reyka Vodka and Brennivín and other seasonal ingredients procured from Iceland. Attendees can try samples of the cocktails and the first 60 guests can also enjoy a complimentary cocktail. In addition to the cocktail class, guests can continue to sip on Icelandic spirits with LH on 21’s limited-time cocktail menu available for purchase during the four-day Taste of Iceland program.

The event is complimentary and admission is granted on a first come, first served basis to attendees 21 and over.

Ocean Prime will be opening in April, offering New Eastsiders fine dining and drinking options. Photo courtesy Ocean Prime

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Doorperson of the Month Sircraig Lykes of the Tides

By Jesse Wright Staff Writer The Tides isn’t the first building at which Sircraig Lykes has worked as a doorman, but he says it is the best.

In his six years at the Tides, Lykes has seen the building develop and change. “The Tides has basically transitioned to a family-style building,” he said. And with the families, come pets.

“Sometimes I say there are more dogs than people here,” he laughed.

He pointed to a large jar of dog treats on his desk. It was filled, but he said in a day or so, it would be empty. He’s not complaining—he loves the dogs and their people.

“If you don’t like dogs, this is not the building for you,” he said. “This is a very friendly, very family-oriented building. This is just a good Sircraig Lykes is the the doorperson at the Tides. place to be.”

Photo by Jesse Wright He said the neighborhood changhappy hour. The Hyatt Hotel has a really es with the seasons and in the summer he good bar with really good drinks and the plays tour guide, a job he enjoys. “In the Drake has live jazz on Wednesdays.” summertime it’s hustle bustle,” he said. “I Lykes is a family man who enjoys spendthink because in the summertime there are ing time with his nieces and nephews, watchmore festivals and more concerts. There’s overall more stuff to do and so people walk ing sports and hanging out with friends. in here looking for the river walk and I tell Which, in a way, is what he does at work.

“I love what I do,” he said. “I meet peothem where it is.”

And when people visit from out of town, ple from all over the world. The best thing about this job is that I’ve watched kids go they ask him for recommendations. from crawling ’round the lobby to running “You have to be knowledgeable about around the lobby. I’ve watched people go what’s in your area,” he said. “People will from just hanging out together to getting ask, ‘What’s a good place to hang out on Friday or Saturday night?’ I’ve had families married and having kids. I’ve watched come in from out of town and I’ve planned progress and families grow in this building. It’s a really good thing. It’s all about their entire stay here.” families. That’s what I saw growing up and For anyone who doesn’t have a minute to pop in and ask Lykes himself, he offered that’s what I see here.” a bit of entertainment advice.

To nominate your favorite doorperson, “On Friday there are a lot of happy-hour specials, so look for those,” he said. “They’re email info@neweastsidecommunity.com with the door person’s name and why you closing Tavern at the Park so I’d get over there before they close that. Mezcalina, they think they should be the doorperson of the month. Each winner will receive a $25 gift have really good drinks, Drunken Bean has card to Mariano’s. a good happy hour, too. I would say think

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BROUGHT TO YOU BY EAST SIDE VETERINARY CLINIC The April pet of the month is Zephyr, a 12-week-old corgi puppy. Zephyr is owned

by Bacca Vry. Vry said her puppy is popular and has lots of love to give. He loves other dogs at the Lake Shore East Dog Park “more than anything else.”

The New Eastside News’ April pet of the month is sponsored by East Side Veterinary Clinic, a local full-service clinic, open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Escape the screens Finding restaurants without TVs

By Stephanie Racine Staff Writer With college basketball, baseball and NBA games, it can be difficult to escape the hum and roar of sports, even at local restaurants. If patrons desire a quiet meal without cheers and jeers, it can be challenging to find restaurants without several televisions broadcasting.

For those looking for screenless dining experiences with family and friends, there are several local options.

Guests grooved to Latin music at the Salsa Party. Photo courtesy the Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium offers after-work fun for locals

By Abhinanda Datta Staff Writer The Shedd Aquarium recently hosted its first event in the newly-launched monthly Shedd After Hours series.

At the Salsa Party on March 7, guests had the chance to receive lessons from professional dancer Ivette Roque while enjoying some of the exhibits, including the new Underwater Beauty, an exhibit featuring jellyfish, eels and other special species from around the world.

“We recognize that adults might have obligations from 9 to 5 on weekdays that prevent them from

being able to experience the aquarium,” said Rachel LeFevre-Snee, assistant director of marketing at Shedd Aquarium.

“As a means of expanding access to Shedd for adult audiences, we launched this series exclusively for guests 21 [years] and older,” she said. “These events will offer a relaxed, social atmosphere to explore the exhibits.”

The next event will be Game Night on April 3, from 6-10 p.m., showcasing the enrichment the aquarium offers its animals, from the sea otters to beluga whales, by giving them an opportunity for creative play.

According to a press

release, the games and toys keep the animals learning and stimulated and the aquarium has stimulation for its adult patrons, too.

Guests can grab a cocktail and challenge friends to jumbo Jenga or snag a snack and play game show quizzes.

“Each After Hours event offers a distinct opportunity to connect with animals at night,” LeFevre-Snee said.

“Learn about warm climate animals at the Salsa Party, use your ‘ask an animal’ lifeline during an aquatic animal game show at Game Night, or meet a penguin during the Penguin Party.”

For more information, visit sheddaquarium.com

Free Rein Nando’s offers casual dining without blaring televisions.

224 N. Michigan Ave. Photo by Jesse Wright freereinrestaurant.com Nando’s Located in the St. Jane Hotel, Free 117 E. Lake St. Rein is a “contemporary American 227 E. Ontario St. Brasserie” without screens. It’s a quiet nandosperiperi.com escape with a Michigan Ave. hustle and bustle backdrop. Free Rein offers breakFor the more casual diner looking fast and all-day dining from 7 a.m.-10 to escape the TV, Nando’s is located at p.m. most nights, 9 p.m. on Sundays.

Michigan Ave. and Lake Street. The loThey also offer brunch on weekends un- cation in Streeterville is 227 E. Ontario. til 2 p.m. The menu includes items such Family-friendly Nando’s serves speas duck breast, striploin and oysters. For cialty chicken and other dishes with a a more casual experience, their attached fusion of Portuguese and South African cafe opens daily at 7 a.m., serving cofflavors. Kid’s menu is available. Nando’s fee, pastries, and other fare. is open every day 11 a.m.-11 p.m. They also offer beer and wine.

Marisol Other local TV-less restaurants: 205 E. Pearson St. marisolchicago.com Brown Bag Seafood The Museum of Contemporary Art is 340 E. Randolph St. home to Marisol, featuring dishes from brownbagseafood.com Chicago chef Jason Hammel. Marisol Francesca’s On Chestnut serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner 200 E. Chestnut St. Tuesday-Saturday. Brunch is served on miafrancesca.com/?/locations/profile/ Saturday and Sunday. They also have francescas-on-chestnut-gold-coast a bar, with happy hour options Tuesday-Friday, and counter service. Dinner Les Nomades options include wagyu tartare, linguine 222 E. Ontatio St. with clams and half chicken. lesnomades.net

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The Riverwalk project will bring more vendors to the popular walking area and it will also add more greenery and more space for pedestrians. Photo and artist’s rendering courtesy the City of Chicago

Riverwalk to re-emerge with new look

By Jesse Wright Staff Writer As the weather warms and the streets of the city begin to go from brown to green, the Riverwalk, too, is reemerging after months of extensive renovations.

In mid-December, the city closed the thin, serpentine ribbon of land hugging Wacker Dr. near Michigan Ave., and excavators scraped the landscape bare. But later this month, the Riverwalk will re-open, fresh and newly developed, though landscaping will continue through the end of spring, according to a city spokesperson.

The 1.2-mile development project is focused on some of the oldest parts of the Riverwalk, according to a news release and the spokesperson. The renovation is intended to accommodate more visitors and businesses.

The Riverwalk is a hotspot for dining, drinking and boating recreation as well as bicyclists, joggers and walkers. Urban Kayaks, Island Party Hut, The Northman, and Chicago’s First Lady operate businesses along this portion of the Riverwalk though more will be coming.

“Vendors in the Esplanade section are also making improvements to their locations,” said the spokesperson. “Eight new Riverwalk ven-

dors will be in operation beginning in June.”

Though there is not yet an exact date for the reopening, the spokesperson said it would likely be at the end of April.

“A new path is being installed along with new lighting, seating, landscaping and a railing along the dockwall,” the spokesperson explained. “A new Community Marketplace is also being constructed between Wabash and Michigan Avenues. Portions of the ramp have been removed to create the market which will feature local minority- and women-owned businesses. An elevator is also being installed in this area.”

In addition to commercial improvements, the city will invest in native plants.

“More than 100 new trees are included in the landscaping, which will provide a diverse variety of species,” the spokesperson said.

“The new seating areas will be available to the public and guests of the businesses in that area to enjoy a picnic or beverage.”

The project is expected to cost $10 million, according to a city news release issued last year. Mayor Rahm Emanuel said the project will boost the city’s economy.

“The riverfront investments we are making will make the entire 1.25-mile stretch inviting to residents and visitors, increase recreational opportunities and continue to promote economic growth,” he said.

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This smiling pup went on an Easter egg hunt last year.

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to meet the Easter bunny as well.

Fido to Go requests attendees RSVP on their Facebook page. Rain date for this event will be April 20, times and details stay the same. Monitor Fido to Go’s Facebook event page for updates.

For information about Fido to Go and the event, visit facebook.com/fidotogo.

Kids scramble to find eggs in Maggie Daley Park. Photo courtesy Maggie Daley Park

Many parents in downtown Chicago don’t have lawns for children to hunt eggs, but the city provides a plethora of alternatives, some including grandiose spectacles, for both kids and parents.

New Eastside’s Maggie Daley Park hosts the Great Chicago Egg Hunt on April 19, which, as the name implies, is not small affair.

Besides the Easter Bunny, the egg hunt includes various performances from event sponsor Medieval Times’ knights and princesses. The event is open to children aged 1 to 11. Registration is required.

A spot is $10 per person online or $15 per person the day of the hunt. Parents can register on the park district’s site, maggiedaleypark.com and should register sooner rather than later because it is popular.

“We had 5,000 people last year,” park supervisor Jackie Guthrie said. “It’s a pretty big egg hunt.”

She explained the hunt is actually several hunts,

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handled in waves, and a Medieval Times’ trumpeter will sound off each hunt.

The event is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and registration begins at 9 a.m.

A Rainforest adventure Across the river near Streeterville, kids and parents can get a hop on Easter breakfast with the Easter Bunny April 13 and April 14 at Rainforest Café, 605 N. Clark St. The Cha! Cha!’s Egg-Cellent Easter Adventure breakfast includes a breakfast buffet, an egg hunt and basket and goodie bags for the kids. Children 3 and under are free, 10 and under are $14.34 and tickets for everyone else are $24.75.

Tickets are available at Eventbrite.com.

Lake Shore Park Easter egg hunt Streeterville families can take part in the Maggie Daley Park egg hunt and then, the next day, April 20, families can go over to Lake Shore Park, 808 N. Lake Shore Drive, for the Streeterville’s Easter egg

The Easter bunny meets the medieval era at the annual Maggie Daley Park egg hunt. Photo courtesy Maggie Daley Park

hunts for kids 12 and under. Bags will be provided for the eggs. The event is free and open to the community from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Besides the hunt, there will be snacks, face painting, crafts and there will also be storytime reading by Blue Box Libraries and parents are asked to bring a book to donate.

The event is free to the public and parents can register at easterinchicago.com.

The event is sponsored by Lake Shore and Seneca Park advisory councils and Church of the Beloved.

A GUIDE TO BRUNCHES AT DOWNTOWN RESTARUANTS

By Stephanie Racine Staff Writer Easter Sunday is a day of church service and reflection for some. Besides church, Easter is a great day for brunch with many restaurants offering special brunch menus. Chicago has an array of brunch options, including classics, or something new never tried before. Here are the top picks in Streeterville and New Eastside.

STREETERVILLE Yolk 355 E. Ohio St. Eatyolk.com

One of many chain locations throughout the city, Yolk is located at the corner of Grand and McClurg. Open 6 a.m.-3 p.m. on weekdays, 7 a.m. on weekends. Yolk has plenty of egg-based options, including build your own skillets, scramblers, or omelets. They also have a variety of burgers to choose from, for those who prefer lunch at brunch.

Hot Tip: They are BYOB. Yolk offers fresh orange juice for mimosas and Bloody Mary mix.

Kanela Breakfast Club 502 E. Illinois St. Kanela, open 8 a.m. to 3

p.m. every day, is a brunch spot with Greek influences that has options for every type of brunchgoer. They have vegan options, like an impossible burger, avocado toast, or chia seed pudding. Their vegetarian options include egg white omelets with spicy feta.

For everyone else, they have specialty options like, a pork and jam sandwich and a crab cake benedict.

Hot Tip: Try any of the authentic Greek options, especially loukoumades, which are honey doughnuts.

Beatrix 671 N. St. Clair St

Beatrixrestaurants.com Beatrix is an all-day restaurant, which offers breakfast during the week until 11 a.m. and brunch on the weekends, 8 a.m.-3 p.m..

They have an assortment of brunch cocktails, juices, coffees, and teas. “The New Healthy” restaurant has quinoa cakes, a poke bowl, and a chia cereal bowl.

Hot Tip: They have a bakery and coffee bar for quick fixes. The bakery includes gluten-free options.

Hampton Social 164 E. Grand Ave. Hamptonsocial.com

Newly opened in Fall 2018, Hampton Social in Streeterville has brunch on the weekends 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Their East Coast-inspired brunch includes clam chowder, yellowtail ceviche, and shrimp tacos. Their terrace is covered for colder days, but will be open once it warms up.

Hot Tip: Make a reservation on OpenTable to secure your brunch spot.

The Signature Room 875 N. Michigan Ave. Signatureroom.com Families and friends can enjoy a gourmet brunch

The Signature Room’s Easter buffet features food as well as scenery. Photo courtesy The Signature Room

buffet and a visit with the Easter Bunny in the sky on the 95th floor. Easter brunch is served from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 21 for $80 per adult and $35 per child aged 4-12, excluding tax and gratuity. Children

under the age of three eat for free. Pricing includes one glass of Signature Room Sparkling Wine and choice of soda, juice, coffee and tea. The restaurant opens for regular dinner service from 6-9:30 p.m. Reservations are

required and can be made by calling 312-787-9596.

Hot Tip: The Easter brunch at The Signature Room features live piano music, photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and a spread of chilled seafood, salad, charcuterie, fresh fruit, soup, and more.

Guests have access to a chef-attended carving station, made-to-order entrées, and a dessert buffet.

E.T.A Restaurant and Bar 455 N. Park Drive Etarestaurantandbar.com E.T.A., located inside Loews Hotel, is a great

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Hospitality goes to the dogs with DineAmic’s pet-centered brunch

The best local egg hunts

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Easter fever

Doggy Egg Hunt comes to Lake Shore East Park Dog treat truck Fido to Go is hosting their free Annual Easter Egg Hunt from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on April 13 in front of the Drunken Bean, 400 East South Water St. The doggy Easter egg hunt (with human assistance on gathering) will feature several treats and surprises, including a special golden egg.

Bags will be provided.

There will be an opportunity for pups to meet and take photos with the Easter bunny, so bring a camera.

The event is family friendly, but Fido to Go notes this is an event for dogs, although children are welcome

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spot for residents as well as visitors. E.T.A. offers diners a classic, wood-ensconced dining room meant to evoke classic Chicago taverns, even while the food is modern, fresh and locally sourced.

Hot Tip: While E.T.A. always offers breakfast lunch and dinner options, for Easter, E.T.A. has a special brunch menu available 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. that’s $45 per person or $17 for children 5-12 and free for kids under 4. Brunch comes with a chance for kids to decorate Easter eggs, a take away gift for the table and a free

bloody mary or mimosa.

NEW EASTSIDE Eggy’s Diner 333 E. Benton Place Eggysdiner.com Eggy’s is a New Eastside mainstay, with an “urban comfort food” tagline. Located in the Park at Lakeshore East, Eggy’s is open 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.. Eggy’s offers a variety of brunch and lunch options, both unique and classic. With a focus on eggs, patrons can order a classic benedict or combo; or enjoy novelties like chilaquiles or breakTurn to Brunches, page 14

The brunch scene heats up in spring and Chicago’s DineAmic has created a dog-friendly menu that will allow your pet to chew on some delectable treats while sitting next to you, so you don’t have to leave your beloved pet at home.

According to Cara Zizzo, DineAmic senior PR manager, the inspiration Chicago’s DineAmic offers a dog-friendly menu. behind the idea stemmed from the company’s general canine-friendly policies.

“We allow corporate employees to bring their dogs to work with them every day. In the past, DineAmic’s restaurant allowed dogs on their patios with each dog receiving a treat and bowl of ice water. But last year, we wanted to take a step further,” she said.

Launched last summer, the Puppy Menu includes chicken breast, a burger patty and skirt steak, as well as dessert.

Entrees are grilled with extra virgin olive oil with no added seasoning. The Woof-Cream dessert has dairy-free whipped cream and is served on an eco-friendly disposable plate.

Since DineAmic’s chefs had dogs themselves, making food that caters to canine tastes was not a difficult task.

“We have seen a huge response from dog owners.

There have been Huskies, French bulldogs, bulldogs, pugs and even dobermans who enjoyed the entrees and dessert specifically catered to the four-legged animal,” Zizzo said.

“The response has been positive from both sides, canines seem to scarf down the meal and their owners love the option.”

Although there have not been any brawls between the dogs, Zizzo has witnessed unbridled excitement.

“A Siberian husky named Wolfgang was so excited to get the food that he finished his meal before the plate was set on the table,” she said.

Bring along Fido as an additional guest to one of the following locations: Siena Tavern, 51 West Kinzie St./River North.

Bar Siena, 832 West Randolph St./West Loop.

Barrio, 65 West Kinzie St./River North.

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Get the bike ready to roll

Learning to cook

By Jesse Wright Staff Writer

Kids can hone their culinary skills at Sur La Table

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Kids can get busy in the kitchen at Sur La Table and experience some hands-on cooking fun this summer and learn to make delicious classic summer eats from scratch.

Sur La Table, located at 900 North Michigan Ave., offers three- and five-day cooking classes for kids 8-12 and teens 13-17. The classes start in July, last about two hours each and are limited to 16 students.

“All of our classes are taught by classically trained culinary professionals,” said Adam Leach, resident chef at Sur La Table.

Sur La Table will offer two camps this summer. One incorporates different themes each day like backyard BBQ or pizza parties and will include about four different recipes per day.

The other camp will focus on teaching different techniques, such as working with pasta and pizza dough, learning knife skills and grilling or BBQ techniques.

“There will also be a bakery and pastry component this year, which will take place one day as an all encompassing experience in the five day camp,” Leach added.

Kids get to eat what they make and even compete in a friendly mystery box competition at the end of each series similar to the TV show “Chopped” wherein chefs must create a meal with a box of mystery ingredients.

“Teams get a menu together, curated

Sur La Table offers cooking classes for kids and teens. Photos courtesy Sur La Table

through the instructor, but created by the kids. They use what skills they’ve learned the previous days to put it all together for a final menu,” Leach said.

The chef picks a mystery ingredient to be used somewhere in the menu, and kids are encouraged to use a kitchen gadget they haven’t used before. “The winning team gets a prize,” Leach said.

“I look at my job here as inspiring people to cook more at home and build confidence in the kitchen,” Leach said. “I like people to leave the class wanting to cook more.”

In addition to gaining culinary skills, kids will take home a packet of recipes and a Sur La Table apron. Register for the classes at surlatable.com.

After a long winter spent cooped up inside, getting back on the bike is the easy part.

The tricky part comes before you saddle up. After a long season in a closet or storage space, most bikes need at least a small tune up.

Dan Ioja, fleet manager at Bike and Roll Chicago, repairs bikes at their facility in Millennium Park. He said some bikes just need minor repairs a bike savvy person can do at home, others could need more serious work.

“It depends where you store it,” Ioja said.

Ioja should know—as the bike repair expert at Bike and Roll, he sees all kind of bikes that have been stored in all kinds of places.

If a bike is stored in a garage or an area exposed to cold, dry air, Ioja explained, the cables and tires could be dried out and other parts of the could be suffering from oxidation.

However, just because the tires need air, that doesn’t necessarily mean there is a problem.

Tires lose air over time.

“The wall of the tube is so porous it’s going to lose pressure,” Ioja said. “But if the tires are completely deflated, the tire walls could have cracks.”

The first thing a bike owner should do is air up the tires, lubricate the chain and make sure the brakes work.

Ioja said bike manufacturers recommend a tune up at least once a year, so this could mean a trip to the bike store.

“Spring is the time when a tune up is recommended to make sure the bike is prepared for riding season,” he said.

Other manufacturers, especially companies that make high-end bikes, recommend major overhauls every few years. Carbon frames with carbon seat posts, need the seat posts to be removed and reset every few years.

With 400 members, Bike and Roll Chicago mechanics have seen all manner of bicycles.

Ioja said non-members with questions is welcome to bring their bike by.

“We keep people on the road all through the year in all kinds of conditions,” he said.

Tuneups at Bike and Roll start at $69 and a full overhaul is $200. Flat tires are fixed for $16.

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Shark research includes local residents at the Shedd

By Jesse Wright Staff Writer This month, as gray skies finally give way to blue, some residents will be sailing around the Bahamas.

It may sound like an ideal vacation—but there are sharks. Lots and lots of sharks. The Shedd Aquarium is taking regular people along on a shark research expedition as part of an ongoing series of citizen scientist projects.

Dr. Steve Kessel, director of marine research at Shedd Aquarium, said the trips are valuable both for science and for the regular people who sign up.

“The participants that join these expeditions get authentic hands-on experiences conducting field research with sharks,” Kessel said. “This includes opportunities to get up close and personal with wild sharks, contributing to the ultimate and very necessary goal of improving shark conservation management.”

The groups are small, about 15 people, and of those, eight are citizen researchers. Kessel said those eight people get so excited by studying sharks that they often turn into citizen shark advocates. Plus, he said, the scientists need the help.

“The inclusion of participants alone makes this specific research expedition possible,” he said. “We get a whole other research trip to an area of the Bahamas that would otherwise go un-surveyed. This will represent a very important spatial data point that will be invaluable in the broader understanding of the shark populations that use the protected waters of The Bahamas, and how we maintain and improve shark conservation in this region moving forward.”

While the trip is fun, it is actual work and Kessel said

Citizen scientists study sharks in the Bahamas through the Shedd Aquarium. Photo courtesy Shedd Aquarium_Brenna Hernandez

before anyone signs up, they should be ready to work.

“People who will get the most out of this trip are those who revel in the opportunity to get their hands dirty and want to contribute important scientific data to Shedd Aquarium’s shark and ray conservation research program,” he said.

A typical research day starts with breakfast and then teams break up for team assignments. Some researchers tag sharks while others take underwater video. Evenings are spent entering data, studding marine samples or

learning about sharks and marine ecology. There is an occasional movie night and some days citizen researchers can kick back for a bit.

“This is a research trip rather than a pleasure trip and as such the activities can be quite physically demanding,” Kesssel said. “This isn’t to say that we won’t have any fun, some more relaxing activities are also built in.”

The next research trip will be an iguana study in June. Check the Shedd’s website, sheddaquarium.org, for details.

The best tips for storing winter clothes, shoes

By Jesse Wright Staff Writer Winter gear isn’t cheap, and now that it’s time to put it away, it’s important to store it right.

Pamela Sherman, owner of Chicago Organized Home, a home organizing service, shared some tips from her years organizing homes.

“We recommend heavy coats stay hanging,” she said. “Either in a guest closet (that is mostly empty) or in the back of the main hall closet (if there’s room) and if there is no room in any of

the main closets, we recommend a hanging rack that is covered in a basement or storage area.”

The same goes for shoes. “We love to store winter shoes in clear shoe bins, high in the master closet or kids’ closet,” she said. Scarves and gloves, meanwhile, should be in a labeled bin in another outof-the way closet.

Most people will probably want to wash their winter gear and Sherman said unless a label says otherwise, most winter gear doesn’t require professional cleaning.

“We recommend all season gear be

stored clean, so if you can do it at home, great; if not then yes it should be professionally cleaned,” she said. “For fur coats, we recommend storing at the place of purchase during the summer months.

They will clean and fix anything that was weathered in the season and make room for more seasonal minded items in your closets.”

Bedding, too, often changes with the season and Sherman said storing bulky bedding material in any out-of-the-way place is best.

“If space is super tight you can use vacuum sealed storage bags to condense the

size of the duvet and blankets,” she said.

For folks who really can’t find the space, Chicago Organized Home offers custom closet organizing system.

“Most standard ‘builder’s closets’ consist simply of a single rod with a shelf on top,” she said. “We love designing closet systems that optimize spaces so it can hold more and be easy to access items. We design with a host of closet systems so that we can help our clients find the right solution for them based on their tastes and budget.”

That service is free.

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By Jesse Wright Staff Writer In March, area residents got their first chance to sign up for spring programs for 2019 at Maggie Daley Park.

Park supervisor Jackie Guthrie said residents will see the same standard programs from summers past along with a few new programs to check out.

One new program targets kids with special needs.

“It’s a new program citywide that the special recreation program is offering,” Guthrie said.

“We want to provide different programming to make sure we’re hitting different audiences, and we want to make sure we’re offering programs for kids with and without disabilities.”

The park is also changing

with the times. Slime is a big hit among kids these days, so Guthrie said there’s a program for that, too.

“Kids love slime so we’re going to do a class all about slime,” she explained. There will now be an adults-only archery program offered on Saturday. In only a week of sign ups, Guthrie said that program, aimed at beginners, is getting a bit of interest.

“I think for a lot of people it’s just sparking their interest,” she said. “It’s people who wanted to learn a new skill and they want to take a new class to see if they like it. That starts in April.”

A four-week session is $20 and the park provides all the archery equipment. The park is also offering a slew of afterschool sports for youths. Sports such as track and field, tennis

and soccer begin at 4:30, Guthrie said. Meanwhile, pickleball, a popular local sport for adults, will add sessions.

“Last year our pickleball days were Monday and Wednesday, and starting in May it will be Monday through Friday, and that’s free,” Guthrie said.

Residents looking forward to getting out and doing something other than lacing up skates will have some of their favorites activities return as soon as April.

“Our climbing wall and our scooter and roller blade rental will be opening April 13,” Guthrie said. “That’s something exciting for everyone in the neighborhood.”

For a list of activities, times and costs, visit the park’s website, maggiedaleypark.com.

Todd Hengsteler installs climbing holds in Maggie Daley Park in March. Photo

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New Eastside residents get senior care officer, raise concerns about valet parking

By Jesse Wright Staff Writer New Eastside residents got to meet a new police official for New Eastside at the March CAPS meeting.

Officer Veronica Meraz, a veteran Chicago officer, is the domestic violence and senior liaison officer for the community.

“I bring a lot of knowledge but I also want to get new ideas,” she said.

She said she hopes residents will volunteer to form domestic violence and senior committees. The senior committee would include members from different buildings to relay information to Meraz about what senior residents might need in terms of

aid. From there, Meraz would contact the relevant social service office.

“If you need help with day to day activities, we set that up for you,” Meraz said. “We help you. We try to visit every building in the district with a large amount of seniors.”

A woman at the meeting said the service is needed.

“We had an elderly lady in our building we were kind of watching over and she fell,” the resident said. “And her kids don’t live here. We were looking out for her but all we had is eyes on her. We had nothing else.”

“That’s where we step in and make sure there’s someone checking on her as much as possible,” Meraz said.

The domestic violence committee would help facilitate informational meetings at buildings and distribute literature to victims.

Residents also asked police to talk to III Forks management after they were concerned the restaurant’s valet service was parking cars illegally along East Benton Place.

“Why can’t the alderman stop this?” a resident asked. “This is every single day.”

A woman pointed out emergency vehicles would not be able to use the narrow streets when cars are parked along the street.

After the meeting, Jeremy Vass, owner of III Forks, said Alderman Brendan Reilly’s office contacted him about concerns

and Vass said he will do whatever he can to keep his neighbors happy.

“We are committed to making our presence in the community a positive one,” he said in an email.

Vass said he has instructed his valet service on where they can park, but most of his guests don’t drive to the popular restaurant.

“There are really not that many people that drive here,” he said. “Uber has killed the valet business. Now, there are tons of cars parked illegally all around the park on any given night. Unfortunately, I feel like our valet company in getting the blame for this.”

The next CAPS meeting will be at 130 N. Garland Court April 11 at 6:30 p.m.

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Through April 4

Film Center, 164 N. State St., 312-8462800, faaim.org

European Union Film Festival The 22nd Annual European Union Film Festival features 60 Chicago premieres from all 28 EU countries. 22 of this year’s films are directed or co-directed by women. See tickets and schedule online, Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St., 312-846-2800, siskelfilmcenter.org

April 4

Through April 7

John Singer Sargent’s Street in Venice is part of a retrospective of the artist. Photo courtesy the Art Institute

Chicago in the Gilded Age Learn about Chicago’s rebirth in the late nineteenth century and the art and industries it produced. 12-1 p.m., free with admission, Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312-4433600, artic.edu

famous Robie House. 3-4 p.m., free with admission, register online, Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312443-3600, artic.edu

April 5

April 5-18

Frank Lloyd Wright Lecture This lecture looks at the relationship between the Art Institute, architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and Hyde Park’s

Asian-American Showcase View renowned films related to the Asian-American experience. Showtimes vary, see website for tickets, Gene Siskel

Macy’s Flower Show This year’s flower show theme is “Journey to Paradisios,” featuring sci-fi and space-themed flower and plant displays.

Prepare to be wowed. Regular store hours, free, Macy’s, 111 N. State St., 312781-1000, macys.com

April 9

Success in Advertising A panel of advertising and music industry professionals discuss ways to succeed in providing music for advertising. 5:30-7 p.m., free, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., 312-744-3316, chicago.gov

April 12

Art Institute After Dark Get late-night access to featured galleries like Of Gods and Glamour, the recently

reinstalled Mary and Michael Jaharis Galleries of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Art. DJs, free bites and a cash bar (with a signature cocktail) are included in your ticket. 9 p.m.-midnight, 21+, $35, Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312-443-3600, artic.edu Amanda Palmer at Chicago Theatre Unconventional musician Amanda Palmer is on tour to promote her new album and art book, There Will Be No Intermission. 7:30 p.m., tickets from $29.50, The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., 312-462-6300, msg.com

April 13, 14 & 20

Macy’s Bunny Brunch Enjoy an Easter brunch in Macy’s historic Walnut Room. Times vary, adults $30.95, children $17.95, Macy’s, 111 N. State St., 312-781-1000, macysrestaurants.com Turn to Page 14

City announces plan to overhaul building codes – What does that mean for Chicagoans?

By Urban Real Estate Last month, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Buildings announced plans to update the Chicago Building Code, a milestone for the city as its first overhaul in 70 years.

The goal, ultimately, is to bring the International Building Code’s requirements to Chicago’s construction, with provisions that range from guides on modern materials, risk-evaluated recommendations to reduce the burden on simpler or smaller structures, ways to make eco-friendly green-building more financially feasible and more cost-effective solutions for rehabbing properties across the city’s 77 neighborhoods.

The eternally hot topic of sprin-

kler systems is also being tackled.

The updated code will “enhance safety by requiring sprinkler systems in new construction, including hotels, most apartment buildings with four or more units, places of assembly with 300 or more occupants and new office buildings greater than 70-feet tall.”

“For decades, lobbying groups have fought both sides of the sprinkler system issue, especially as it pertains to the cost-benefit of retro-fitting buildings and overall, which types of buildings benefit most,” Michael Emery, senior partner with New Eastside’s Urban Real Estate, said. “It is refreshing to see the city is looking to experts across various industries for recommendations that work on this and so many other

The Chicago Department of Buildings is planning to update the Chicago Building Code, its first overhaul in 70 years. Photo courtesy of Urban Real Estate

construction matters, which ultimately attract new interest to our city, and keep Chicagoans safe.”

A major goal of the new code is to inspire and appeal to developers looking to invest across Chicago. Moreover, a permit process that has often been criticized for

its chronic delays and expense, is aiming to be more attractive to bringing business and commerce to the city, increasing affordability, and a streamlined process for those looking to bring their plans and ideas to the Windy City.

“Every neighborhood needs a

strong commercial presence in order to have thriving residential communities. In a city as diverse as Chicago in the year 2019, it should never not be worth the effort to improve the corners of our city which need and deserve it the most,” Emery added.

The code is getting local and international attention, which has been in the works for reportedly more than a year and is planned to be phased in gradually beginning June 1, 2019, with complete replacement of the current code by Aug. 1, 2020, according to the city’s website.

To learn more about the International Building Code, or to discuss your interest in new construction across the city, contact Michael Emery at Urban Real Estate at Michael@UrbanRE.com.

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April 16-21

Dein Perry’s Tap Dogs Exciting live tap dance and live music is coming to Chicago. Described as “part theatre, part dance, part rock concert and part construction site,” this show is sure to be one you won’t forget. Showtimes vary, tickets from $15, James M. Nederlander Theatre, 24 W. Randolph St., broadwayinchicago.com

April 2019 Races

April 21

Bunny Rock Chicago 5K/Egg Hunt - 9 a.m., Saturday, April 20 - Montrose Harbor

Easter Cruises Celebrate Easter with brunch, lunch or dinner on the river or lake with Odyssey Cruises. The Easter Bunny will make a special appearance. Times and prices vary, see website for more details. Odyssey Cruises, 312-321-1241, odysseycruises.com

April 23-25

Van Morrison at The Chicago Theatre Van Morrison and The James Hunter Six perform for three nights in the heart of downtown. 7 p.m., tickets from $312, The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., 312-462-6300, msg.com

April 27

Tim Allen at The Chicago Theatre Sitcom actor and comedian Tim Allen comes to the Chicago Theatre for a night of stand-up. 7 p.m., tickets from $68.50, The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., 312-462-6300, msg.com

Brunches Continued from page 9

fast poutine.

Hot tip: The chicken and waffles is a signature specialty that includes a half of a fried chicken.

Wildberry 130 E. Randolph St. Wildberrycafe.com Wildberry is a popular des-

Chi Town Half Marathon 13.1/10K - 7 a.m., Saturday, April 6 - Montrose Harbor Breakthrough for Brain Tumors 5K - 8 a.m., Saturday, April 13 Soldier Field Lakefront 10 Miler/5K - 9 a.m., Saturday, April 13 - Montrose Beach

Race to Wrigley 5K - 8 a.m., Saturday, April 27 - Wrigley Field Phi Delta Chi 5K - 8 a.m., Sunday, April 28 - Montrose Harbor Ravenswood 5K/Kids Race - 8 a.m., Sunday, April 28 - Corner of Wilson and Hermitage Avenues

April 25-May 5

Germany Week If you enjoy Chicago’s Christkindlmarket, you’ll be sure to love Germany Week. Spend ten days learning about German food, culture, business, technology, sports, and, of course, beer. Events include live Bundesliga games, science experiments and German classes. See website for full schedule, free, Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., 312-644-2662, germanyweek.org

tination for tourists and residents alike in Prudential Plaza, open every day 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m.. There is an assortment of pancakes, crepes, waffles, and French toast to choose from.

Waffles can be done gluten free and both savory and sweet crepes are available. Their signature berry bliss includes fresh berries, mascarpone, vanilla anglaise, and blackberry coulis.

Hot tip: There is often a long wait at Wildberry during peak

Make art, meet a guest artist, and more at the Art Institute. Photo courtesy the art institute

KID LIST April 4

Picture This It’s story time with picture books that relate to the works in the museum’s galleries. Designed for families with children age 3 and under. 11-11:30 a.m., free with admission, Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312-4433600, artic.edu

April 5 & 19

Asleep with the Fishes Families and groups with children ages 5-12 can have a sleepover at the aquar-

hours on weekends. Get in line virtually via Yelp, but make sure you arrive 10-15 minutes before your seat time. Sometimes they’re early.

About Last Knife 168 N. Michigan Ave. alkchicago.com About Last Knife is the restaurant inside the Hotel Julian at Michigan and Randolph with brunch availabilities every day until 2 p.m.. The steakhouse

ium with their favorite aquatic critters.

Enjoy animal and science activities, and explore the exhibits before you bunker down for the night. $85, Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, 312-9392438, sheddaquarium.org

Daily

Artists’ Studio Make art, meet a guest artist, and more. You never know what to expect with this fun program. Designed for families with children. 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., free, Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312-4433600, artic.edu

offers timeless steak and eggs, but adds twists like the beef wellington benedict that comes with béarnaise sauce.

Hot tip: Enjoy steakhouse classics during brunch times as well—they have beef wellington, filet, or hanger steak available.

Cindy’s 12 S. Michigan Ave. Cindysrooftop.com Cindy’s, located in the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel,

is a rooftop brunch destination.

They have an open-air terrace, with great views of Millennium Park and the lake. Brunch is available on weekends, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.. The menu includes platters, which are shareable between 3-4 people. Platter options include pancakes, lox and bagels, and oysters on the half shell.

Hot tip: They have curated cocktails for an alcohol-infused brunch.

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Baseball isn’t only sport sprung in spring

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aseball, our beloved national pastime, is back.

A wonderful sign that spring is upon us, complete with opening day, hot dogs, apple pie and the always-exciting contract negotiations.

But when it comes to sports, Jon Cohn here’s the thing: there is much COMMUNITY more than baseball that is sprung CONTRIBUTOR in the spring.

In fact, Chicago soon will come alive with a veritable smorgasbord of sporting activities.

Soccer is certainly one of them. We will see both kids

and adults demonstrate their fancy foot skills often right in our very own New Eastside parks.

Runners will pop out in large numbers after being trapped indoors in what was a cold winter-induced cardiovascular purgatory. We will see them on sidewalks, streets, lakepaths and just about anywhere two feet can take you to burn off the winter months of too much couch potato time.

The golfers are out. Was there ever a doubt? The pickleball players have emerged. The tennis players are back.

All donning their skills on outdoor courts and fields and dealing with the elements of nature, instead of playing in the sterile but well protected indoor courts for winter.

Volleyball on the beach? Check. Swimmers in lake

Out and About in March

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Michigan? Check but in April, only for the bravest of souls.

Outdoor basketball courts in use? Bicyclers? Roller bladers? Check, check and check.

Maybe the hardest working group of the bunch you may see are the rowers. DePaul, Northwestern and University of Chicago among others have crew teams and if you’re lucky, you might just see them churning past you in a boat on a practice run on the lakefront.

So watch for all these sports and more to come out this spring with Mother Nature hopefully doing her part.

And baseball fans? Rejoice. Your game is back. But just remember, now that April has finally arrived, there are many others sports soon to be sprung.

What goes up when the rain comes down?

Send photos and captions to info@neweastsidecommunity.com for a chance for your photo to be featured.

The March answer is: Q: What season is it when you’re on a trampoline? A: SPRINGTIME

An April riddle: Which flowers grow on your face?

A Tulips

Submit jokes and quotes to info@ neweastsidecommunity.com

Where am I?

This month’s where am I is a distinctive set of windows deep in the heart of Streeterville. If you think you know what the building is, email us at info@ neweastsidecommunity.com.

The answer to the March Where am I? is …

The iconic doorway into Northwestern University’s Worchester House, 224 E. Pearson. To those who got the March where am I?, congratulations to the sharp eyes of Frederick Snow, Sofia Mhatey and Chris Krzentz of the youtube channel youtube.com/chriskrzentz.

Thanks to everyone who participated.

Robert Ayon (from left), Anna Gigliello, Stephanie Fazekas and Anthony Hammond walked over to Wacker to see the dyeing of the river. Photo by Jesse Wright

Jace Hermann and Jacqueline Jones attend a Joffrey Ballet performance. Photo by Stephanie Racine

Grace (left) and Jane McLeod at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Photo by Jesse Wright

Andy Torok (from left), Debbi Patten, Rochelle Spinler and Marc Spindler during the dyeing of the river March 16. Photo by Jesse Wright

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