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Chicago, Culture, Music

Music Notes: Alabama Shakes at Lincoln Hall

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 13, 2012January 7, 2025

The bluesy, soulful show sold out Lincoln Hall.

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Chicago, Culture

Embark on a Sick Improv Adventure in Andersonville

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 29, 2012January 4, 2017

Upstairs Gallery offers Chicago a refreshing new performance space – for free.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

President Obama Sings “Sweet Home Chicago”

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 22, 2012January 7, 2025

Watch President Obama deliver a hometown tribute.

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Chicago, Culture

Chicago Restaurant Week and Chef Week 2012

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 17, 2012January 6, 2025

Chicago Restaurant Week is back to tackle our appetite for world-class cuisine in the Windy City.

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Margie's Candies in Chicago
Chicago, Culture

Margie’s Candies: Chicago’s Sweet Spot

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 13, 2012February 4, 2025

This Logan Square spot has been a neighborhood staple since 1921.

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Chicago, Culture, New York City

A Winter’s Tale: Snowscapes in Jackson Park and Central Park

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 5, 2012January 4, 2017

Admiring the winter wonderland of two famous American Parks.

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Chicago, Culture

Help Spark Sustainable Global Partnerships with this Chicago Organization

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

Support sustainable partnerships with international grassroots organizations focused on helping children.

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Arts, Cleveland, Culture

Monday Inspiration

by Jessica Mlinaric / January 16, 2012January 4, 2017

Fu Bayoshi offered perspective into a dynamic and tumultuous time of change in China.

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Arts, Chicago, Culture

On Exhibition: Five Artists to See at MCA Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / January 12, 2012January 4, 2017

Here are five exhibitions to check out right now at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Music Notes: Alabama Shakes

by Jessica Mlinaric / January 9, 2012January 7, 2025

Alabama Shakes’ live show is a significant experience.

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