Chicago magazine's October Issue Hits Newsstands September 15th
Story highlights from the October 2011 issue of Chicago magazine.
Year: 2011
The Chicago School-Day Length Debate, and Other Models
The battle between the Chicago Teachers Union and the Chicago Public Schools has culminated in a lawsuit over teacher hours and pay. Here’s a long look at the difficulties of getting good information, and a look at the Japanese and KIPP approaches to the school day and year.
Free People Opens Store on Southport
Third Time’s a Charm
Topshop wasn’t the only big-name retailer to launch a new spot in the Windy City last week. On September 7, Free People (freepeople.com) opened its third Chicago-area store in Lake View at 3447 North Southport Avenue (773-472-6157)…
Brilliant Corners of Popular Amusement: The Carnival/Concert/Farmers' Market/Craft Fair Event of the Season
Mike Reed, the drummer/composer who programs Pitchfork and the Umbrella Music Festival, talks about his family-friendly arts and culture extravaganza, which kicks off Friday, September 16.
Mac and Cheese @ Quay
Beyond decadent. Just how many cheeses are in the mac and cheese @QuayRest? QUAY: 465 E ILLINOIS; 312-981-8400
Fish and Chips @ Quay
A mountain of skinny frites made the inelegant fish fry @ Quay a table fave. QUAY: 465 E ILLINOIS; 312-981-8400
Burger @ Quay
A bar-food winner, the Cheddar burger @QuayRest stays tender and juicy to the last bite. QUAY: 465 E ILLINOIS; 312-981-8400
Mussels @ Quay
@pennypollack: Mussels @QuayRest are fine, if a bit smallish, but the zingy broth bobbing with chorizo makes everything better. QUAY: 465 E ILLINOIS; 312-981-8400
New Florense designs are out of the closet
Most homeowners would rather die than open their messy closets to public inspection, but Florense’s new line could change that…
Caterpillar CEO Steps into Structural Unemployment Debate
Doug Oberhelmen laments that his company can’t find qualified employees despite high unemployment. He’s not the only person to make the point, as the debate over “structural unemployment” continues.