Several weeks ago, I went to hear Roxane Gay read from her latest book Hunger as a part of the Chicago Humanities Festival Now summer programming. The event fell on the second […]
Roxane Gay, Camille Paglia and Jessa Crispin at War in My Head
Roll Out The Barrels–City Winery’s Fine Wines and How They’re Made
City Winery probably isn’t foreign to you. The 30,000 square foot venue on Randolph is in prime territory to get your attention, and its beautiful patio and constant stream of musical acts […]
12 Fun in the Sun Father’s Day Activities in Chicago
We’re quickly coming up on Father’s Day weekend, and it looks to be a beautiful (if steamy) few days in our area. If you’re celebrating and want to do something a little […]
An Orchid is Born: Sidewalk Chalk Album Review
If you didn’t know who Sidewalk Chalk was before, you probably should now. The Chicago soul/hip-hop band’s fourth full-length, out June 2, 2017 via Ropeadope Records, is bombastic to say the least. Opening […]
Twin Titan Arums to Stink Up Chicago Botanic Garden Any Day Now
The Chicago Botanic Gardens have many rare and beautiful specimens, from delicate orchids that require careful hand pollination just to bloom to a multitude of beautiful roses and tranquil waters brimming with […]
Jurassic World Confusing Move For Field Museum
We *love* the Field Museum. Its massive corridors contain millions of priceless artifacts and a staff of amazing scientists that are passionate about what they do. On any given day these men […]
“Wicked Game” Cover by m&e Casts Chills
Love can be a wicked wicked game, we know, and it couldn’t be better echoed in this cover of Chris Isaak‘s “Wicked Game” by the up-and-coming ethereal music duo, m&e. The song, repenting […]
Green Music Fest Announces Headliners
Spring is in the air, which means street festivals will be starting to pop up across the city. Shutting down a busy street to enjoy live music and drink some Buds with […]
PREVIEW: What to C2 at C2E2
We had to wait an extra month to kick of Chicago’s “nerd season” this year, but C2E2 is finally upon us as of Friday, and it’s been worth the extra month’s wait! […]
Chairlift Music Will Resonate Through the Walls at Park West Friday
Chairlift is performing its final Chicago show Friday night at Park West. The band is breaking up simply due to the pursuit of individual projects for both its members. It’s extra bittersweet […]
Free People Opens on Randolph in Sparkly Spring Fashion
Free People opened its doors on Randolph Street last week, marking the seventh Chicago area location of the Boho-inspired women’s fashion line. The brand, which sells apparel, shoes, accessories, and cosmetics, features an eclectic feminine vibe […]
Art+Science Barbershop Draws Inspiration From Black and White Photos
The window into the Art+Science Barbershop of Logan Square frames a view of leather barber chairs set before a large mirror, flanked by shelves of styling concoctions and a newspaper-topped waiting table. Along […]