Three Chicago Design Events—and an App
Vintage Pine’s awesome annual flea market, sweet deals on luxury goods at Kneen & Co., Golden Triangle’s sidewalk sale, and a cool app for buying art.
Issues: July 2014
A South Side Mural, Thought to Contain 'Negative Images and Gang Symbols,' Is Whitewashed
Why did a major new mural, commissioned by Theaster Gates’s new initiative, come down after only a month?
You Should Go to HotChocolate for Breakfast
Mindy Segal’s plans for stand-alone bakery in Logan Square may be done, but she’s made up for it with some tasty morning treats.
There’s Going to Be a Hearing on Chicago’s Crime Stats
Months ago, the city council called for a hearing on the reliability of Chicago’s crime data. It’s going down tomorrow—with Superintendent Garry McCarthy presenting.
Catch a Rare Show by Owen at Beat Kitchen This Saturday
Chicago indie legend Mike Kinsella is a drummer, brother, husband, and dad—but he still has time for a solo concert.
The Top Sales and Events in Chicago This Week
Find furniture, apparel, and vintage Indian trinkets—and brace yourself for the Chicago yarn crawl.
The T-Shirt Shop Marine Layer Opens in Bucktown
This new store on Damen Avenue is stocked with super soft, California-casual t-shirts.
At Found Kitchen and Social House, Eat, Drink, and Buy the Furniture
You might bring home more than a doggy bag next time you visit the Evanston eatery.
Five Great Things to Do in Chicago This Week
Fiesta del Sol, the Interview Show, and…oh yeah, Lollapalooza.
New Restaurants To Check Out in Chicago This Week
Plus your Lollapalooza dining agenda, a pretty new patio, and two restaurants of note shut their doors.