(WBBM NEWSRADIO) – With the weather warming up, there are more activities to do outside across the Chicago region. WBBM Newsradio’s Rachel Pierson has the weekend roundup.
--Calling all fans of bears, beets and Battlestar Galactica. Some cast members of ‘The Office’ are at Navy Pier this weekend for The Reunion: An Interactive Office Fan Convention. Meet some of your favorite Dunder Mifflin characters, attend Q&A panels and don’t forget to take a pic at a replica of Michael's Scott’s Desk.
--Lace up your sneakers and head to the Brookfield Zoo Sunday morning for its Earth Day Run, which takes participants through the twists and turns of the zoo and its wildlife during pre-park hours.
--Find your inner tree champion during the Morton Arboretum’s 13th annual Champion of Trees 10K. Spend a Saturday spring morning running or walking surrounded by blooming trees from around the world.
--The 7th Annual Chicago Rum Fest is back, bringing together rum drinkers and trade professionals alike. Enjoy an afternoon of tastings from around the world along with complimentary snacks and live music.
--Spark your imagination and creativity during a family-friendly day of art-making, workshops, and open studios at the Hyde Park Art Center. Saturday afternoon’s free Spring Center Day also celebrates the openings of two new art exhibits.
--And joy meets rebellion during Rhythms of Resistance. Three cutting-edge dance companies join forces for a one night only performance of tap dance and Irish step at Chicago’s historic Auditorium Theater.
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