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April 2018

How Architecture Is Fun Designs Buildings For Kids
By Robert Chiarito
Peter Exley's firm, the one behind the DuPage Children's Museum and the Children's Zoo at the Lincoln Park Zoo, resdesigned the Latin School's science department—and test scores jumped. Read more
Taste Test: Store-Brand 'Craft' Beers vs. the Real Thing
By John Carruthers
We put an assortment of faux-indie offerings from Trader Joe's, Costco, Aldi, and Walmart in front of a panel of local beer pros. Read more
A Celebrity-Adored Handbag Line Hosts a Pop-Up Timed to Fashion’s Biggest Night
By Jenny Berg
Plus, sample sales at Macy’s and Rebecca Minkoff and a new market in the West Loop. Read more
Actress and Singer Brittany Campbell Shares Her Favorite Things
By Heidi Mitchell
The student of philosophy talks about her fashion staple, her wellness essential, and more. Read more
Q&A: Veronica Roth Returns With The Fates Divide
By Adam Morgan
The author of Divergent discusses her latest book, anxiety, and why she chooses to stay in Chicago. Read more
Inside the Renovation of Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House
By AJ LaTrace
After years of research, $3 million, and a weeks-long process just to apply plaster, the architect's Hyde Park masterpiece will soon return to his original vision. Read more
"How to Use a Knife" Uncovers Kitchen Drama, and More Dining News
By Anthony Todd
Plus: Homestead on the Roof—one of the prettiest hidden gems in Chicago—reopens today Read more
Poet and Essayist Hanif Abdurraqib on Optimism, Activism, and the Joys of Losing at Spades
By Phoebe Mogharei
The author of 'They Can’t Kill Us Until They Kill Us' talks about simple and complex joys in advance of his Chicago Humanities Festival appearance. Read more
Ten Things to Do This Week
John Prine at the Chicago Theatre; a scathing theatrical look at restaurant culture; the Chicago Humanities Festival kicks off; and more. Read more
Celebrate Spring with Baker Miller's Beautiful Avocado Dishes
The Lincoln Square bakery and millhouse is serving up the most colorful avocado toast you'll see. Read more
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