LEGENDS STAGE AT THE ARCADA THEATRE: “REACH FOR THE STARS: THE M&R RUSH STORY” BOOK SIGNING and MEET & GREET with M&R RUSH ORIGINAL BAND MEMBERS
July 10 @ 6:30 pm
Join us for a very special behind the scenes “Reach for the Stars: The M&R Rush Story” book signing and meet & greet with original M&R RUSH band members in Rock ‘N Ravioli, located in the lobby of the Arcada Theatre. Food ($19.26 Buffet including Honey Fried Chicken, Pulled Pork, Pizz-O, Baked Beans, Mini Burgers, Garden Salad and Potato Salad AND our Dinner Menu) and hand-crafted cocktails are available for purchase. This is a free event with no tickets needed. Please reserve a table on Open Table. Doors will open at 5PM and the book signing/meet & greet will begin at 6:30PM. ** LOU GRAMM (OF FOREIGNER) IS ON THE MAIN STAGE AFTER THIS EVENT. USE PROMO CODE M&R20 TO SAVE 20% ON TICKETS **
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: James W. Arvia is an American author, historian, and cultural preservationist dedicated to documenting the heritage of Chicago’s South Side-especially the Roseland neighborhood where he grew up. His work captures the families, traditions, and everyday stories that shaped this once-thriving community, preserving its legacy through meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling. With a background in public service and historical documentation, Arvia brings a disciplined yet deeply human approach to preserving local history and the people who lived it.
ABOUT THE BOOK: Reach for the Stars – THE M&R Rush STORY is the definitive chronicle of one of Chicago’s most enduring rock bands. Drawing from interviews, archives, personal memories, and decades of regional music history, Arvia traces the band’s rise from neighborhood garages to packed festival stages. radio rotation, and a loyal fan base that never let go. At its core, this book is about legacy – about what we leave behind — long after hit bands would have faded. It’s a story of grit, loyalty, and the power of music to bring people together across time.
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