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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

Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Your First Look at Lurie Children’s Hospital

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 10, 2012January 4, 2017

Step inside Children’s Memorial Hospital’s inspiring and supportive new home in Chicago.

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Culture

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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Chicago, Play

Paddle Beyond the Boat Tour with Kayak Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 24, 2012January 4, 2017

See Chicago by kayak for an active take on the waterway tour.

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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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Chicago

Romance is in Bloom at BHLDN Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 10, 2012January 4, 2017

Peek inside the dreamy new bridal boutique from the Anthropologie family.

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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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