Just because it's winter doesn't mean we can't enjoy outdoor movies, right? We may have snow on the ground and temperatures in the teens, but this is Chicago. If anyone can layer up and watch an film outdoors in December, it's us. Just maybe not the whole movie. more ›

Many people in the area know A Christmas Story was originally based on author Jean Shephard's experience of growing up in Hammond. Sadly, it appears a one Hammond fourth-grader hasn't seen the movie or just didn't heed its warning. He should have known better than to try to lick a pole in this kind of weather, but he did anyway. In the end, he was fine except for his bleeding tongue. more ›

Break out the pink bunny suits and leggy lamps! The classic holiday movie A Christmas Story turns 25 this year, and the film's home turf of Hammond is celebrating like gangbusters. The movie, based on a short story by Hammond native Jean Shepherd, centers on the author's hometown holiday experience in fictional Hohman, Indiana, a name chosen as a nod to one of Hammond's main downtown streets. more ›

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra has just announced its 2008 / 2009 season. Tickets are already on sale, so here are a few Chicagoist recommendations to keep in mind: more ›

Today, in honor of our favorite Christmas movie, A Christmas Story we've compiled a list of restaurants offering Christmas Eve dinner. You know, in case the Bumpases dogs ruin your family feast and you have to scramble the troops over some duck at a Chinese restaurant. more ›

Christmas bells are ringing… and ringing, and ringing at the Music Box Theatre, the jewel in the crown of the northwest side’s piping hot, yuppie magnetized Southport Corridor. From Sunday through Thursday, the Music Box will celebrate its 21st Annual Christmas Show, featuring two holiday classics and more Christmas cheer than you can shake a Restoration Hardware Woodland Twig Berry Wreath at. more ›