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Tonika Johnson
Your Chicago-Centric Guide to Amazon-Free Holiday Shopping
Consider the city your personal cabinet of curiosities, with an abundance of locally created holiday gifts for everyone on your list.
Designer Behind Chance the Rapper’s Overalls Debuts First Full Collection
Self-taught seamstress Sheila Rashid dreams of outfitting Celine Dion someday.
Signature Move Is a Queer Love Affair that Crosses Cultures and Chicago Neighborhoods
Old World expectations meet New World romance in Fawzia Mirza's feature film debut.
Tanya Saracho Is Telling a "More Modern" Immigrant Story
The Mexican American playwright and screenwriter debuts "Fade" at Victory Gardens Theater.
Holiday Gift Guide 2014: 56 Great Local Finds
Whether you’re shopping for the foodie, culture vulture, fashion addict, or kiddo on your list, you’re sure to find a great gift among these 56 goodies—all of which were designed...
Laura Letinsky’s Urban Garden
CONSTANT GARDENER: Laura Letinsky—an artist and all-seasons urban gardener—kicks off spring with a gathering of green thumbs (and has tips to help you get growing)
Holiday 2012 Gift Guide: Made in Chicago
Locavores, rejoice! The season’s perfect presents—from fine jewelry to modern furniture—were made or designed right here in Chicago. For everyone on your list, buy something from home for the holidays.
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