Today is the first day of the new semester for me, so here’s my, “What I did on my summer vacation” post. In June, I finally went to visit my mom in Illinois. We hadn’t seen each other since November… Read More ›
Chicago
Library Visit: Loyola University Chicago
One of the big impacts that the Covid-19 pandemic has had on my reading and working life is not being able to go to the library, any library, for going on three months now. I commited to posting at least… Read More ›
Pritzker Military Museum and Library in Chicago
Whether you’re a bookworm, a history buff, or a tired tourist looking for some peace and quiet, the $5 you’ll spend visiting the Pritzker Military Museum and Library in Chicago is definitely worth the price of admission.
Gwendolyn Brooks: The Oracle of Bronzeville
“They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.” — Maya Angelou When I hear this quote, I think of Gwendolyn Brooks. I attended a talk she gave at Loyola Chicago when I… Read More ›
Chicago Technical College 1904 ~ Old Printing Block (WW)
Chicago Technical College 1904 A piece of Chicago history. Printing blocks at Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market, NYC. The Chicago Technical College was located at 118 East 26th Street and moved to 2000 S. Michigan Ave at some point. Popular Mechanics… Read More ›
The Poetry Garage, Chicago
Photos of The Poetry Garage in Chicago
Burger Joint Flips For Books
Meatheads is an Illinois burger chain with a dozen or so locations. They also serve hot dogs and chicken, but burgers are the priority. I ate there for the first time earlier this week. We ordered, got our drinks, and… Read More ›
Library Visit: (Former) Chicago Public Library
To celebrate the American Library Association’s Annual Conference being held here in Chicago over the weekend I thought it would be fitting to post some pictures of the old Chicago Public Library building. The Former Chicago Public Library Building Now… Read More ›
Printer’s Row 2013 Recap
I spent Saturday at Printer’s Row, Chicago’s literary festival. The weather couldn’t have been better: low 70s, sunny, a very slight breeze. I met my Goodreads buddy Suzanne and we walked through the tents, browsing and chatting before heading in… Read More ›
Giveaway & Review: Life Without Parole by Clare O’Donohue
Life Without Parole is the second Kate Conway mystery novel. I was unfamiliar with the series and when the publisher asked if I’d like a review copy I said yes primarily because it’s set in Chicago. It’s seven months after… Read More ›