Amanda is a writer living in Chicago. She loves covering community events and new restaurant openings. When she's not working, you can find Amanda trying out local coffee shops.
May is perfect for an outdoor movie! Grab a picnic blanket, and head to the Gallagher Way plaza– you know the one that’s adjacent to Wrigley Field. They’ve partnered with the…...
Have we mentioned how excited we are for Chicago’s Color Factory opening on June 17, 2022? The Color Factory just unveiled its official color palette and it’s so beautiful. Now, the famous Willis Tower is in...
Rogers Park recently restored their gorgeous Miles of Murals and you can see the gorgeous artwork in person on a walking tour! The vibrant murals span about 14,000 square feet and follow alongside the CTA Red Line. The...
A recent walking initiative has taken over Chicago. It’s the Chicago Girls Who Walk. If you happen to be around on the weekend, odds are you’ll see a pack of sportswear-clad humans out for a walk. But, it...
Book lovers, unite. It is officially Independent Bookstore Day this weekend, which means, it’s time to celebrate all the indie bookstores in the area! Take part in a Chicago-based event The Chicagoland Bookstore C...
Bars are a social scene, a chance to connect with friends, and overall, a big part of Chicago nightlife. Drinking also plays into it. So, what happens when you’re sober?…...
Grab your pup and head to Bunker this Friday, April 29! That’s right, the owner of much-beloved Heritage Bikes, Mike Salvatore, is opening a bar/restaurant– and it’s going to be great. The new West Loo...
You can receive a $500 per month grant for an entire year through the Chicago Resilient Communities Pilot Program. The program, which will be administered by nonprofit GiveDirectly, was initially set up to financially s...
Tomorrow evening, photographer Kioto Aoki will perform a solo taiko set which will unfold across multiple locations throughout the museum. The artist’s taiko practice is informed by the Japanese concept of ma. Loo...