Here’s a Look at Lollapalooza as it Gets Underway
This is an experiment with a new storytelling program called Brickflow. It draws from Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and other social media and web URLs to create a video slideshow of the items you bring into your “brick.”
Open House at WBEZ Little Village Bureau TODAY
Chicago Public Media invites the public to check out the brand new West Side Bureau during an open house and cookout on Friday, July 26, 1-6 p.m., 2710 W. Cermak Road. Vocalo and WBEZ staff will be on site to show visitors the new space. We’ll introduce a few Vocalo hosts including The Morning AMp’s […]
“I’M A MIDWESTERNER” Fashion Icon Dominates the Region
From the Midwest comes originality, creativity, and individuality in fashion from local designer, Rahphael Hunter . Hunter’s presence along with masculine demeanor dominates the small Chicago coffee shop upon entry, comes across casual, but confident. He began studying fashion in the heart of the city and as a student he was drawn to both fashion and graphic design. But […]
Money woes plague arts education funding
The Anna School District was looking forward to new acoustical tile in the choir room and fresh carpet in the band room with the $20,000 grant the government awarded the district. But when the check didn’t come until May, all of its hopes, along with $18,000, went out of the classroom window. The money the […]
Rogers Park vintage shop transports treasures back to the future
Lost Eras, 1511 W. Howard St., is a vintage and costume store located in Rogers Park. In this video, owner Charlotte Walters describes what to expect to find inside this unique shop.
In the company of comic books
On Thursday Feb 14, Columbia College Chicago will host the opening reception for “Five Collaborations,” an exhibit showcasing the work of Columbia professor and comic book writer Len Strazewski. As the name implies, the exhibit will feature the work Strazewski has done with five different comic illustrators. It will run until March 29. Strazewski has […]
Logan Square theatre offers retro look, beer
Even as Orlando Torres casually leans against the arm of the tall, deep red squishy couches that line the retro, art deco design of the main lobby in the Logan Theatre, his jiggling foot and random hand clasps indicate that his mind is already onto the next three things he needs to do that evening. […]
‘Art Explosion’ Takes Over Area Near California Blue Line Stop
SQUARED! Art + Community an art walk + more Sat, Oct. 13, 12 p.m to 10 p.m. • Exhibitions | Open Studios • Art in Establishments • Video | Projections • Activities | Demonstrations • Murals • Music | Performance SQUARED! is a neighborhood art explosion. On October 13th from Noon to 10 p.m., the area around the California/Milwaukee Blueline stop […]
Bike Tour North Center Saturday
This Saturday, we will be pedaling around the community of North Center to learn about the history and architecture of this near north-side community just 5 miles northwest of the Loop. We’ll meet up at Revere Park and take a few hours to ride the 15 mile route through Chicago Community Area #5 and view […]
Chicago’s Most Threatened Historical Places Revealed
Seven of Chicago’s most significant architectural landmarks are in danger of crumbling if efforts are not made to preserve them, said Preservation Chicago’s executive director Wednesday. In a lecture at the Chicago Architecture Foundation, Jonathan Fine named St. Anthony’s Hospital, Prentice Women’s Hospital, Unity Hall, Gethsemane Church, Cuneo Hospital and five historic movie houses as […]
Fashion Show for Scholarships
Every single seat was filled at the Preston Bradley Hall inside the Chicago Cultural Center with some people even standing among the over 350 guests. They were there to witness a fashion show with a mixture of couture fashion and everyday wear. The Chicago Fashion Foundation’s 5th Annual Scholarship Award Benefit for Chicago area students majoring in fashion related […]
It’s Slam Time!
Silence fills the room as all eyes are on center stage. A poet is under the hot spotlight as the jazz band plays music of the poet’s choice. The clanking bottles at the bar disturb the atmosphere as the poet prepares to perform. The poet begins, and when it’s over the crowd cheers. It’s open […]
Read/Write Library Features First Open Mic Reading Night
Chicagotalks has written about the Read/Write library, most recently about its move to a new location. Now everyone has a chance to see the digs and to showcase their literary work. This is a DIY library, where the readers and writers who care to get involved curate the collection. The aim to collect a community […]
Meeting for Proposed Artist Work/ Live Space in Bronzeville Announced
Charette n.: A focused, short-term workshop engaging diverse disciplines and interest in an effort to explore a range of design opportunities and solutions. The ideas are expressed graphically and supported by text. The Near Northwest Arts Council is putting on a “charette” workshop to discuss the proposed Bronzeville Artist Lofts work/live loft spaces with local artists and […]
Zine-Making Workshop for DIY Columbia Students
Interested in making zines? Not quite sure what they are? Do you love cookies? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this event is for you!Learn how to make zines (little hand-made magazines) from the experts at Columbia’s zine-making club, Words ‘N Stuff! There will be zine-making supplies, but feel free to bring […]
Exposing Urban Kids to the Arts
When Blair Holt, a 16-year-old South Side teen, was fatally wounded after shielding a classmate from gunshots on a CTA bus in 2006, news media from all over the world reported his death. A few Chicago residents were inspired to take action. Maurice Willis, 31, joined with others to create Lucid Life Works. Willis, who […]
