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Jessica Mlinaric and Geoffrey Baer with bicycles at the Illinois-Indiana State Line Boundary Marker
Chicago

Exploring Chicago Mysteries with WTTW

Explore three Chicago mysteries with me and Geoffrey Baer!

Author Jessica Mlinaric in Chicago
Chicago

Chicago Scavenger Featured in the Chicago Tribune

Jessica Mlinaric walks down Chicago's wood block alley
Architecture

Secret Spot: Chicago’s Wood Block Alley

The Roots at Pitchfork
Chicago, Culture, Music

A Dynamic Finale at Pitchfork Music Fest Day Three

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 18, 2022January 7, 2025

The final day of Pitchfork Music Fest 2022 started with a lull and ended with a roar.

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Culture, Music

A Soothing Saturday at Pitchfork 2022 Day Two

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 17, 2022January 7, 2025

Day two was a mellow day of music. Attendees swayed to sets by Mitski, Low, Karate, and more.

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Pitchfork Music Festival 2022
Chicago, Culture, Music

A Damp Dance Party at Pitchfork 2022 Day One

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 16, 2022January 7, 2025

Fans enjoyed The National, Amber Mark, Tierra Whack and more on Friday.

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Image of fans at Pitchfork Music Festival 2017
Chicago, Culture, Music

Four Chicago Artists to Catch at Pitchfork Music Fest 2022

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 11, 2022January 7, 2025

Don’t miss these must-see Chicago artists at Pitchfork Music Fest!

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Agora sculpture in Chicago
Chicago

Secret Chicago Printable Calendar – July 2022

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 1, 2022August 1, 2022

Download a free printable calendar for July 2022 featuring one of Chicago’s hidden gems.

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makaya mccraven in chicago
Chicago, Culture, Music

Makaya McCraven’s Avant-Garde Jazz Transports Lincoln Hall

by Jessica Mlinaric / June 2, 2022January 7, 2025

Makaya McCraven is a Chicago drummer, “beat scientist,” and composer.

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Loyola Beach Sea Wall
Chicago

Secret Chicago Printable Calendar – June 2022

by Jessica Mlinaric / June 1, 2022June 3, 2022

Download a free printable calendar for June 2022 featuring one of Chicago’s hidden gems.

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Chicago Scavenger book now available
Chicago, My Books

‘Chicago Scavenger’ Book Now Available

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 15, 2022June 27, 2022

Chicago Scavenger is here! Order it at a bookstore near you.

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Culture

Secret Chicago Printable Calendar – May 2022

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 1, 2022May 4, 2022

Download a free printable calendar for May 2022 featuring one of Chicago’s hidden gems.

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Schuba's Tavern in Chicago
Chicago, My Books

‘Chicago Scavenger’ Book Launch Party

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 19, 2022April 25, 2022

Join me at Schuba’s on May 21 to celebrate ‘Chicago Scavenger’ book launch!

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Urban Explorer is a travel blog highlighting history, culture, and hidden gems to inspire curious travelers by Jessica Mlinaric, author of 'Secret Chicago' and 'Chicago Scavenger.'
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