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‘Chicago Memories’ showcases the spirit of the city
The three short documentaries dig deep into corners of Chicago history.
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Movie Tuesday: Clowns and carnivals
Five films that prominently feature circus imagery and ideas
Posted inNews & Politics
The First Family of pinball: Meet the local wizards behind the game’s huge resurgence
America is going full-tilt for pinball again and the resurgence is being led by the sons of a legendary Chicago pinball wizard.
Posted inArts & Culture
Chicago’s thirst for a ‘celebrity culture’ is an embarrassment
The city does not need famous people to legitimize its existence.
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Bill Murray at Symphony Center, and more of the best things to do in Chicago this week
Jim Gaffigan, Ricky Jay, the Chicago Latino Music Festival, and more goings-on October 9-12
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Millennials are tickled by ‘millennial pink,’ says millennial
The latest object of millennial appropriation: the color pink
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Mendoza and Munger continue to spar even though the comptroller’s race is over, and other Chicago news
Also, former Mayor Daley is scheduled for deposition in January in a Jon Burge-related torture lawsuit.
Posted inCity Life
The best made-in-Chicago gift ideas for the holidays
Shop hyperlocal this season for everything from unorthodox games and Chicago-centric books to craft booze and high-design home goods.
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How Rauner’s millions of dollars in campaign contributions are being spent in legislative races, and other Chicago news
Also, 26 Chicago restaurants earned stars in the new Michelin guide.
Posted inArts & Culture
Second City: The Next Generation
The latest E.T.C. show, A Red Line Runs Through It, shows that even the oldest sketch institutions can make progress.
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Celebrate Groundhog Day, drink some winter brews, and more to do this weekend
Pie Fight 2016, Quimby’s Zlumber Party, other weekend happenings in Chicago from January 29-31.
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A Very Murray Christmas is one twisted holiday special
Bill Murray’s Netflix show is bizarre, melancholy, and entertaining.
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The Chicago Festival of Israeli Cinema, plus more new reviews and notable screenings
New reviews and notable screenings in this week’s issue
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Staten Island Summer: Revenge of the teen-sex comedy
A new feature from the SNL crew brings back the bad old days of Porky’s