May Pang's 18-month romance with John Lennon became known as the “Lost Weekend" and is thought be be his most creative period following The Beatles split.
Skokie will celebrate its annual Festival of Cultures May 20 and 21 in Oakton Park with two stages, many ethnic music and dance troupes, cultural booths, food and kids' activities.
Beer lovers and history buffs will hear tales of Chicago's beer history when June Skinner Sawyers, author of "Chicago Beer: A History of Brewing, Public Drinking and the Corner Bar," presents a book discussion and signing on May 15 at Centuries& Sleuths Bookstore in Forest Park. She will be joined by Kathryn and John Atwood, known as The History Singers, who will.