German Market Lights Up Chicago’s Daley Center
A look at an afternoon at the Christkindle market in downtown Chicago through a collection of Vine and Instagram videos captured by journalism students @CCCJournalism.
Skateboards, Coffee and Jesus
By way of skateboards and spicy lattes, a group of entrepreneurial church members has brought a safe haven to Uptown. Citizen Skate Cafe, at 924 W. Wilson Ave., sells skateboarding supplies and fair trade coffee drinks, but it’s also a community gathering spot of sorts. The cherry-red walls house a rack of eccentrically designed skateboards […]
Chicagoans Speak Out About Shopping on Thanksgiving
From Christkindlemarket in Chicago, we see what people are thinking about Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and rushing the season.
Unique Northwest Side Trade Store Offers More than Second Hand Clothing
Wicker Park’s Buffalo Exchange isn’t just a trade store that offers second hand clothes but also jewelry, hats, and bags. It is a unique hot spot for many shoppers who want good merchandise for a better price.
Chicagoans Enjoy Some Unique Activities in Grant Park
Looking for something to do in downtown on a Saturday? Some Chicagoans spent their day enjoying some unique activities in Chicago’s own “front yard,” also known as Grant Park and commented on their activities. Jeffrey Strening said he spends every Saturday practicing parkour at Grant Park. An Oak Park resident, Strening, 25, said he joins […]
Nicole Hollander Brings her Living Room to Lillstreet
From the Lillstreet newsletter: The colorful world of Chicago cartoonist and writer Nicole Hollander comes to life at Lillstreet. The gallery will be transformed by her collected and personal artworks and distinctive home furnishings, creating a replica of Hollander’s living space. The idea for the show came about when a friend told the artist, “I […]
Time to Fall for Nerd at Dating for Nerds
Fall in love at an autumn themed Dating for Nerds from 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 at The Abbey Pub (3420 W. Grace St.). Usher in a season of romance with other smart singles over rounds of board games. Take a bite of harvest flavored activities like a Spice Up Your Life ice breaker where […]
Bike Tour of Forest Glen this Saturday
Take a bike tour of Forest Glen, with Lee Diamond. Lee’s tours are fun. The riding isn’t strenuous, but it is nice workout for a Saturday. You ride at a good pace, but stop frequently because Lee loves architecture and all the details that make Chicago such a fascinating place to live. Forest Glen is […]
Wind Down Wednesdays Free or Paid
Wind Down Wednesdays at Navy Piercomes in a free and or paid version. Choose the one that fits your budget. If you have the wherewithal, you can purchase a Wine Down Wednesdays ticket and receive three drink tickets and dinner at Landshark Beer Garden at Navy Pier AND a special Shoreline Sightseeing cruise! This package […]
Ten Fast Strokes, Then Follow the Drummer
Chicagoans came by foot and water taxi to Ping Tom Park to watch the exciting Chicago Dragon Boat Race for Literacy 2013 on July 13th. With 25 teams competing, there was lots of action. The top three teams won recognition. Governor Patrick Quinn and Secretary of State Jesse White declined to paddle, but Ronald McDonald was […]
The Chicago Comic: Present and Future
Dressed in a green floral skirt, with a long gray sweater, and no taller than 4’11, Katie McVay, 25, walks into the Gallery Cabaret bar in Bucktown that’s as big as a garage. McVay waves to Johnny the bartender who looks like a cowboy from head-to-toe in his blue denim jeans and Stetson hat. McVay […]
Dragon Boats, Food Trucks, and Fun
We’ve just concluded celebrating the Fourth of July, so, no holidays now until Labor Day. But for many Asian people, an important traditional festival is the Dragon Boat Festival. It falls on the 5th day of 5th lunar month in the Chinese calendar. Chicagotalks doesn’t consult that calendar, but we do know that July 13th is […]
A Youth Arts Organization That Gives Back To The Kids
With a warm smile on her face, Aimee Stahlberg recalled her most memorable teaching experience where she worked with a shy teen at Storycatchers Theatre. She worked with him on writing and performance, and the following year he had a lead role in their play. Stahlberg teaches various writing workshops and recruits students from local […]
Chicago’s Seapunked Digital Sea: Tales of Contemporary Chicago Nightlifers
Every Wednesday night the Chicago Beauty Bar hosts a party called Mainframe that flies under the banner of an internet movement known as seapunk. If one were to walk by the venue, located a stone’s throw from the city’s Blue Line Chicago stop, he or she might encounter a rogue group of oddly familiar cigarette […]
All Aboard for Dating for Nerds Travel-Themed Party
Tell single life to hit the road with other brainy bachelors and bachelorettes at a travel-themed Dating for Nerds Friday, June 28 from 7-10 p.m. at Rebel Bar & Grill (3462 N. Clark St.). Indulge your wanderlust during a Highway of Love icebreaker where guests map out geeky destinations. Take a journey of the heart […]
World Naked Bike Ride – Chicago | Celebrating freedom from oil, and the beauty of people.
This year on June 8th, will be the TENTH ANNUAL WORLD NAKED BIKE RIDE CHICAGO. The event details are posted on various social networks. There is no alcohol permitted, and the route is kept secret until the ride. Some participants go naked, and some choose to wear minimal clothing. Bicyclists face vehicles “naked” in the […]
Map for Blues Fest 2013 Starts Today
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