Byrnes Park, a popular birding spot on the Far South Side, will celebrate new amenities such as scenic overlooks, boardwalks, a shade pavilion and improved access.

Earth Day is officially Wednesday, but some festivities begin this weekend and run through next week in Chicago.

The Greek Independence Day Parade, animal adoption events, a Children's Museum fundraiser, a footwork class and a cat lady party are also on deck.

The parade and fest — a celebration of the Chicago labor movement named for renowned labor activist and Southeast Sider Ed Sadlowski — will return to the 10th Ward after three years in Pullman.

Four members of the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability didn’t show up to Thursday’s meeting to take a vote. The watchdog is considering asking the Office of the Inspector General to review if police follow the Welcoming City Ordinance.

You can shop a variety of indoor markets and craft events, watch an Indiana Jones flick accompanied by the Chicago Philharmonic and enjoy an evening of jazz in South Shore.

Miller, a Cook County commissioner, is now the favorite to replace Rep. Robin Kelly in representing the district, which includes portions of the south lakefront, Southeast Side and Far South Side.

A breakdancing workshop, a children's choir performance and a moms' dance party are also on deck.

The candidates — along with a Republican who is running unopposed in his primary — aim to represent Illinois' 2nd District after Kelly stepped aside to run for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin's seat.