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Story Week: Chicago Classics

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 28, 2011January 5, 2017

Around 20 local writers read a selection from the works of their favorite Chicago authors.

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Chicago, Culture

Columbia College Story Week Festival of Writers

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 16, 2011January 5, 2017

This year’s theme centers on class issues’ role in creative works and the changing publishing environment.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Flogging Molly – 03/11/11

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 12, 2011January 7, 2025

A few snaps from Flogging Molly’s St. Patrick’s Day show.

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Chicago, Culture

Interactive Chicago History Map

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 10, 2011January 6, 2017

This map by Domu is a fun way to explroe 500 Chicago locations of note.

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An Anthropologie Anniversary

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 7, 2011January 6, 2017

Inside the anniversary reception and spring line preview.

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Chicago, Culture

The Interview Show at The Hideout

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 4, 2011January 6, 2017

Guests from all walks of culture, business, politics, and community submit to an interview by Mark Bazer.

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Chicago, Culture

Guest Post – Bicycle Film Festival

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 1, 2011January 6, 2017

The fest showed short flicks featuring the urban bike culture around the world.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Robyn – 02/14/11

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 23, 2011January 7, 2025

That time that Robyn was my valentine.

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Chicago, Culture

My Four Favorite Things: Sweet Home Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 14, 2011February 16, 2025

In honor of Valentine’s Day I’m sharing four of my favorite reasons to love Chicago.

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Chicago, Culture

My Four Favorite Things: Spoiler Alert at Second City

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 10, 2011January 6, 2017

Here’s why you’ll love Second City’s current mainstage show.

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