I’m back in Chicago and loving every second of it. There’s so much to do all the time– which is why I haven’t written about it yet- HA. But in all seriousness, I’ve moved about 5 times since April, found a new Job, new apartment & roommates, and was traveling a bit– so now it’s [...]
Posts Tagged ‘chicago’
Is it Really That Hard to Make a Chicago Dog People?
Posted in chicago, Denver, Food, tagged chicago, Denver, Food, hot dogs on August 26, 2009 | 1 Comment »
So a few weeks ago, my boyfriend and I went to the Cubs v. Rockies games at Coors Field. The whole week leading up to that Sunday, I had been reeling around our apartment singing “Hey Chicago,” and reminding my boyfriend that I would promptly leave him for Ryan Theriot as soon as I got [...]
Introducing the Music Update: 7/20/09
Posted in Music, tagged Bands, chicago, Lollapalooza, Manchester Orchestra, Music, The Airborne Toxic Event, The Weeks on July 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I’m always stumbling across new music that I love, so where better to share my findings? My new obsession is a band called The Weeks. Check out their song Buttons, it’s excellent! Their music has quite a range– some songs have more of an acoustic feel and others are harder and more upbeat. Think Kings [...]
Would You Like Some Peanut Butter With That Jam?
Posted in chicago, Comedy/Improv Shows, Theatre, tagged broke college student life, Cheap, chicago, Improv, Laughs on March 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
As many Chicagoans are well aware, there are endless amounts of improv shows to be seen in this city. As many may not know, there are an overwhelming amount of free or cheap shows (convenient, eh?). My recent discovery has been the Jam at Improv Olympics. This tasty little treat is only $3.00 and runs [...]
Chicago State of Mind
Posted in chicago, tagged chicago, City Budget Cuts, Cold, Snow, Snow Removal, Winter on January 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Okay. I know the song is “New York State of Mind,” but let’s face it. The windy city can be so much more interesting at times. For instance, both Obama and Blagojevich are from here– one elected president and one impeached governor- oh the irony. I wouldn’t dub myself as someone interested in politics beyond [...]
