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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

Chicago

Chicago Holiday Markets

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 3, 2010January 6, 2017

Support the community of uniquely talented craftspeople in Chicago this holiday.

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Chicago, Culture

Chicago Humanities Festival

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 22, 2010January 6, 2017

Maybe it’s the humanities-nerd in me, but this year’s selection of events is enthralling.

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Chicago, Play

[Whirly] Ballin

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 19, 2010January 6, 2017

It’s like basketball meets jai alai or bumper cars meets lacrosse.

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Chicago, Culture

Uptown Poetry Slamming

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 10, 2010January 6, 2017

Finger snaps for the home of the poetry slam.

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Chicago, Culture, Play

Attempting a Hyde Park Bike Tour

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 6, 2010January 6, 2017

A little rain didn’t stop our South Side cycle adventure!

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Books, Chicago

Prowling Powell’s Bookstore

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 5, 2010January 6, 2017

Did you know that Powell’s originated in Chicago?

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Culture

Let’s Embark…

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 2, 2010January 6, 2017

Whether you are an active adventurer or enjoying the voyage from the comfort of your couch I hope you will join me!

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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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