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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

Seelbach Hotel Rathskeller
Louisville

Raise a Glass at This Historic Louisville Speakeasy in the Seelbach Hotel

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 13, 2025November 10, 2025

Become part of the historic hotel’s story on your next trip to Louisville.

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Maypole in Chicago's Lincoln Square
Chicago

Secret Chicago Printable Calendar – May 2025

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 1, 2025May 10, 2025

Download a free printable calendar for May 2025 featuring one of Chicago’s hidden gems.

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View of Millennium Park from the Chicago Athletic Association
Chicago

40 Fun Things to Do in Chicago in May

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 22, 2025November 30, 2025

Heading to Chicago this spring? Check out these 40 fun things to try.

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The Secret Chicago book launch party was held at the Drifter
Chicago, Secret Spot

Discover the Drifter Chicago: A Historic Speakeasy Hidden in River North

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 15, 2025November 10, 2025

The Drifter is a modern speakeasy in a Prohibition-era tavern.

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Big Ears Festival at Tennessee Theatre
Culture, Knoxville, Music

My Favorite Moments from Big Ears Festival 2025

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 8, 2025July 17, 2025

The festival spans genres from jazz and hip-hop to bluegrass and classical.

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The Green Mill bar in Chicago
Chicago

Secret Chicago Printable Calendar – April 2025

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 1, 2025April 8, 2025

Download a free printable calendar for April 2025 featuring one of Chicago’s hidden gems.

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Spring tulips on Chicago's Michigan Avenue
Chicago

40 Fun Things to Do in Chicago in April

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 26, 2025November 30, 2025

Check out these 40 fun things to try in Chicago this spring.

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Palmisano Park in Bridgeport, Chicago
Chicago

Secret Chicago Printable Calendar – March 2025

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 1, 2025March 20, 2025

Download a free printable calendar for March 2025 featuring one of Chicago’s hidden gems.

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Walls of Ston, Croatia
Croatia, Travel Guide

How to Spend One Day in Ston, Croatia

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 11, 2025July 18, 2025

Don’t miss ancient history, delicious wines, and world-famous oysters.

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Toro y Moi at Salt Shed
Chicago, Culture, Music

Toro y Moi and Panda Bear Pack Salt Shed for an Electropop Dance Party

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 8, 2025February 8, 2025

Toro y Moi and Panda Bear returned to Chicago supported by Nourished by Time

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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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