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Axios
19 minutes ago
- Axios
Your guide to Chicago's end of summer fun
Summer in Chicago is unmatched, but the days are limited. The big picture: Summer officially ends Monday, Sept. 22, so if you're trying to squeeze in a few more perfect days, here's my go-to guide. Dawn AM Eatery My first stop was this popular Black-owned restaurant in Hyde Park. I ordered my go-to meal — the Brioche French toast ($16) with a side of turkey bacon ($6). 1642 E. 56th St. Then I went for a peaceful stroll just east of Hyde Park. People were swimming, having picnics and just enjoying the outdoors. My next stop was the Field Museum. I strategically visited on a Wednesday to take advantage of the Free Illinois Resident discount day, available with a valid ID. Open 9am-5pm. Last entry is 4pm. Every Wednesday. Adler Planetarium Another free experience for Illinois residents. To my surprise, the line was long and seemed like we all had the same plan! This is a great place to take the kids. 4-10pm every Wednesday. Divvy By this point in the day, I was feeling fatigued and rented a Divvy bike from the Museum Campus to head toward the Loop. It was my first time on an e-bike, which I found heavier and harder to handle. ($11.40) If you're looking for other forms of transportation and want to stay active, e-scooters are also an option. The Chicago Riverwalk My dream day was supposed to include kayaking on the Chicago River for the first time, but with heavy traffic and nerves setting in, I decided to pass. Instead, I grabbed a ($16) frozen cocktail at City Winery and enjoyed some people-watching. On my walk toward Navy Pier, I picked up some street tacos from a local food truck. I ordered two birria tacos, which were extremely flavorful and gave me the authentic Mexican vibe I was hoping for. ($9) If you go: If you can't catch their food truck, stop by their local walk-in spot located at 2247 E. 71st St. in the South Shore neighborhood. Navy Pier Fireworks Before the night ended, I headed down to Navy Pier and boarded the Shoreline Sightseeing boat to catch their summer fireworks show as I sailed along Lake Michigan. It was a historic, yet romantic evening. A possibly perfect date night. ( $50) You can also watch the show for free on the pier. 10-10:10pm Saturday, Aug. 23 and 30. 9-9:10pm Wednesday, Aug. 27. Mario's Italian Lemonade My final stop of the night was on Taylor Street in Little Italy. With just 30 minutes until closing, there were still many people outside. ($6) 💭 Moyo's thought bubble: If you're looking to make the most of these warmer days, start early. If you're driving, find free parking in a residential area and opt for walking or public transportation.
Miami Herald
an hour ago
- Miami Herald
A tribute to the Miami Northwestern teacher who changed my life
Charlette Seward, a four-decade public school drama teacher and coach, died last month in Miami. Her obituary will tell you she was also a successful professional actress and Broadway veteran and that she left behind former students to reflect on the immense influence she had on their lives. I am one of those students. Ms. Seward came into my life when I was 14 — and changed it forever. To many, she was a legendary drama teacher. To me, she was a lifeline, a builder and the woman who saw something in me before I could see it in myself. I was just a poor Black girl from Liberty City, moving in and out of family homes and foster care, convinced my path was already written. I grew accustomed to being in the dark, behind the scenes, so I naturally gravitated to technical theater, a little broken tomboy covered in baggy clothes to mask my fears of becoming somebody. In high school, working behind the scenes in the drama class, I was safe, unseen. But Ms. Seward had a way of pulling you into the light. I'll never forget the day she found out I could sing. That I could really act. She said, 'Erica, how long have you been hiding this voice, this talent from me?' That moment altered the course of my life. From then on, she refused to let me play small. She pushed me to audition for my first national tour, where at just 15 years old, I earned my first professional role and job. Later, she prepared me for competitions, late-night rehearsals and the discipline of the stage. When I was 17, she stood proudly by my side as I won a 2003 state-wide high school theater competition, taking the Best Actress category with her favorite 'Ma Rainey' monologue, beating seniors across the state. Afterward, she whispered in my ear, 'I told you.' Ms. Seward was more than a teacher— she was a builder of character. She demanded discipline, humility, professionalism and grit. Crisp polos, polished shoes, memorized lines — her standards were non-negotiable. She taught us that we weren't just representing ourselves. We were representing Liberty City, showing the world that inner-city drama students could break every stereotype as Troupe 1684. Because of her, I became the first in my family to graduate from college. It was her last promise to me. 'Come hail or high water, you're going to college.' Deep in my soul, I didn't believe it. But I got accepted into six schools with scholarships in theater programs. I graduated from Florida A&M University and eventually earned a master's degree from New York University and an MBA from Southern Methodist University. Because of her, as a member of Troupe 1684, got my first passport to perform in London and Scotland. Ms. Seward had connections so we performed in New York and even on a Carnival Cruise that same year. Because of that trip to New York, I fell in love with my dream city and ended up living there for almost 10 years. Because of her, when I entered the corporate world, I found the courage to enter boardrooms with the same confidence she demanded on stage. By 37, I became a vice president of communications and marketing, always carrying the lessons she instilled. I am not unique in this story. I am one of hundreds of students she built, molded and pushed into their destinies. Each of us carries a piece of her legacy into the world. Miami has lost a true legend. Rest in peace, Ms. Seward. Thank you for seeing me. Thank you for building me. Thank you for saving me. Erica Hicks Anderson is a strategic communications and marketing leader. Born and raised in Miami, she now lives in Dallas with her high school sweetheart and two daughters.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Fans Are Wild for Nicole Kidman's Natural Look in Summer Snaps
Fans Are Wild for Nicole Kidman's Natural Look in Summer Snaps originally appeared on Parade. Nicole Kidman shared some memories from the summer on Instagram and many fans couldn't help but notice that the actress embraced her natural hair over the past several weeks. "Summer memories. Now back to school," Kidman captioned the post, which included photos of her daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret (with husband Keith Urban). In the snaps, the star, 58, kept things wild with wavy hair and fans absolutely love the look on her. "Look at those waves. So beautiful," wrote actress Joey King. "THE WAVY HAIR OMG YESSSS," another comment read. "Love your hair natural," a third Instagram user said. "Your natural curls. Can we start [seeing] that again in your movies?" a fourth fan asked. "Look at all that gorgeous hair," actress Reese Witherspoon chimed in. Kidman has been known to change things up when it comes to her hair. While she's usually sporting something sleek when she hits the red carpet, she admits that she loves to keep things interesting. Many times, Kidman wears wigs to achieve a bold new look without the example, at the 2025 Met Gala, she wowed with a pixie cut. Except, it wasn't actually a "cut" at all. "Everyone's like, 'Did you chop your hair off?' I'm like, 'No, I did not,'" she said while chatting with Australian morning news program Sunrise, according to InStyle. "I love changing my hair," she added. Fans Are Wild for Nicole Kidman's Natural Look in Summer Snaps first appeared on Parade on Aug 20, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 20, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
