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The Wander Postcard Project: From Everywhere and Nowhere

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 6, 2012January 4, 2017

Postcards from everywhere and nowhere at once.

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Chicago, Culture

My Four Favorite Things: Ada Street

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 4, 2012January 6, 2025

A hidden Chicago tavern that will beckon you back.

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Culture, Paris

Monday Inspiration: Parisian Spring

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 30, 2012January 4, 2017

Do you have a favorite season to see Paris?

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Chicago, Culture, Music

JD McPherson on the Inspiration Behind His New-old-fashioned Rock ‘n’ roll & Why He Loves Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 27, 2012January 7, 2025

Give JD’s swinging R&B and rock ā€˜n’ roll a listen.

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Arts, Chicago, Culture

Home/Land at the Albany Park Theater Project

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 26, 2012January 4, 2017

A Chicago youth theater group tackles the struggles of immigration-rights.

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Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Street Scene: Navy Pier Perspective

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 22, 2012January 4, 2017

Get up close to one of Chicago’s most visible landmarks.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Music Notes: U.S. Royalty at Schubas – 04/11/12

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 16, 2012January 7, 2025

Rock ‘n roll swagger courtesy of this D.C. band.

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Culture, Music

Music Notes: Kitty, Daisy & Lewis

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 27, 2012January 7, 2025

The sibling trio delivers on so many musical levels.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Fiona Apple at Lincoln Hall – 03/19/12

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 24, 2012January 7, 2025

Fiona’s first tour in five years was worth the wait.

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Chicago, Culture

My Four Favorite Things: Restaurant Week 2012 Recap

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 22, 2012January 6, 2025

Digesting my four favorite bites of Restaurant Week.

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