Culture | Jun. 2025
THE BUZZ: JUNE 2025
By Contributor
David Hockney 25, Gallery 4
WHEN IN PARIS
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David Hockney, Winter Timber, 2009
Photographie d’oeuvre, Projet d’exposition David Hockney
Since 2014, Fondation Louis Vuitton has hosted numerous prestigious retrospectives, but this spring the iconic Paris museum is breaking new ground by inviting David Hockney to take over the whole museum for its David Hockney 25 exhibition. The distinguished 87-year-old British artist is transforming every gallery of the remarkable Frank Gehry structure with over 400 pieces spanning his prolific career. While the exhibit emphasizes his creative output from the past 25 years, Hockney has thoughtfully included significant works from his earlier periods, offering visitors a comprehensive view of his artistic evolution across seven decades. The exhibition runs now through September 1. fondationlouisvuitton.fr/en/events/david-hockney-25
SUMMER & SONGBIRDS
E. Braun & Co., your source for the finest linens in the world, is celebrating the summer season with their custom embroidered VOLIÈRE cocktail napkins, featuring charming spring songbirds perched on linen. ebraunnewyork.com
ELECTRIC SHUFFLE
Electric Shuffle is a social entertainment concept from Red Engine, the hospitality group behind the award-winning Flight Club. Founded in the UK in 2015, Electric Shuffle reimagines the classic game of shuffleboard with cutting-edge technology, amazing food, and cocktails. electricshuffle.com/us/Chicago
ART AUCTION 2025
The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) and Sotheby’s are hosting the Art Auction 2025, Chicago’s premier event celebrating art and artists, with an in-person auction at the MCA on June 6, 2025. This year, the auction boasts a selection of works from some of the most significant contemporary artists of our time, including Yoko Ono, Sarah Sze, Gary Simmons, Rashid Johnson, Nicole Eisenman, and Paul Pfeifer. In addition to staging a live auction of more than 100 works of art, the 2025 Art Auction honors visionary artist Ed Ruscha for his lifetime of contributions to the art world. mcachicago.org
ISLA BEAUTY
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Founded by fourth generation product developers, Isla Beauty is reimaging expectations for luxury beauty. Every product in the routine is created in a different specialized lab, handpicked based on their expertise in clinical products and ingredients. Isla harnesses the best of the best in product development from Switzerland, Australia, South Korea, and Italy to create customized solutions to cure tired, dull, and dehydrated skin. Fan favorites include the antioxidant-powered, hydrating Elixir and the niacinamide-based Whipped Dream moisturizing cream. isla-beauty.com
CHICAGO DOGS
The Chicago Dogs are heating up the summer with a full slate of themed nights, giveaways, and fireworks display-packed weekends at Impact Field. The team’s 2025 home schedule features fan-favorite promotions and affordable fun for all ages, all summer long.
Highlights include Elvis Night on July 5, where fans are encouraged to dress as the King of Rock-N-Roll and enjoy a pre-game performance followed by post-game fireworks. July 4 promises the team’s largest fireworks show of the year, with special giveaways and a chance to run the bases after the game.
Other popular nights returning in July and August include the Hawaiian Luau (July 19), Squeeze’s Birthday (August 2), and Star Wars Night (August 16), complete with themed entertainment and fireworks. Tickets start at $10, with premium seating and group packages available at TheChicagoDogs.com.
