What to do in Chicago: Katy Perry, Rauw Alejandro and a monster convention in Rosemont

Katy Perry: Fresh off her voyage to outer space, Katy Perry’s Lifetimes Tour touches down in Chicago. Expect her to “Roar.” Rebecca Black will also perform. 7 p.m. May 12 at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St.; tickets from $152.15 at katyperry.com Rauw Alejandro: After selling out two shows at the United Center, Rauw […]

Asking Eric: Why don’t they knock?

Dear Eric: I work in an outpatient center where I, along with a few others, see multiple patients (lactating parents working on feeding their babies). On my lunch break, I choose to close the door, put my feet up and close my eyes for 30 minutes. Several times, a coworker had opened the door (when starting her shift, looking for an open exam room) without knocking, which caused me to startle, and we both scared each other.