Does lounging in a cemetery seem a bit morbid? It wasn’t always thought of that way. In the early 1800s, cemeteries were more akin to how we think of public parks.
If You Liked Mexican Gothic
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia has themes of horror, mystery and thriller all in one package, which is a perfect combination in my opinion. The setting of Mexican Gothic is a place that I will not soon forget: High Place, a remote hilltop estate in the Mexican countryside, a manor that is rumored to make…
Neighborhood Landmarks: Chicago’s Historical Gems
When people think of Chicago landmarks, they often think of Willis Tower, Millennium Park and Navy Pier. But what about landmarks in the neighborhoods?
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Famous Chicagoans?
Think you know everything about famous Chicagoans in history? Test your knowledge and learn more with this quiz from bloggers Allyson, Betsy, Chloe, Felicia, Johanna, Michelle, Sarah and Sarah D…
Look Up! 5 Articles on Backyard Birdwatching
Lucky for us Chicagoans, spring is a wonderful time to observe birds returning to the Midwest after being away all winter. With these resources, you don't have to be an expert to start identifying birds in your own backyard. Remember, every birder has to start somewhere! Here are some articles to help you get started…
Bicycle Movies for a Colder Spring
Springtime is just around the corner. One of my favorite parts about warmer weather is hopping on my bike and riding around Jackson Park lagoon and on The 606 trail. Until it gets a little nicer, I will be indoors watching these movies that prominently feature bicycles. Belleville rendez-vous (or The Triplets of Belleville) is…
Celebrating Chicago-Owned Small Businesses
This holiday season, give thanks to your community by buying locally. Small Business Saturday takes place every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
We Are: Self-Portraits as Artistic Exploration
How do you see yourself? How do your express yourself? Students from the Southside Occupational High School, a transition center for students with disabilities between 16 and 22 years old, addressed these questions through their art, creating a series self-portraits using a printmaking process. The result was We Are… Artwork by Students from Southside Occupational…
Best Stephen King Books, Movies for the Spooky Season
While it might be easy to dismiss stories of the paranormal as fake, a “killer clown” story is something that scares even the most hardened non-believer. Maybe that’s why so many people lined up to see It: Chapter Two in theaters. If you haven’t seen the first chapter of It from 2018 (the highest-grossing horror…
A Taste of Charlie Trotter: Tasty Reads
Harold Washington Library Center’s tastiest exhibit, A Taste of Charlie Trotter, focuses on renowned Chicago chef Charlie Trotter and his innovations and influence on Chicago dining. Drawing on the Charlie Trotter Collection and the Charlie Trotter Cookbook Collection donated by Mrs. Rochelle Trotter to Special Collections at Harold Washington Library Center, the exhibit is sure to leave you ready for…
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