For times when you simply *neeeeed* to knock stuff down, this classic wooden lanes bowling alley will help you abide, man.
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Art you should know: Agnes Richter’s embroidered jacket
One woman’s trash is another woman’s canvas.
My list of books to read this month
Some renowned novels that cover tough topics, from AIDs to alcoholism; a collection of short stories by one of my new favorite Chicago writers; and a controversial self-help book that promises an antidote to chaos.
Words on the Street: October 15, 2018
Words from the streets of the Loop, Austin, San Antonio, and Logan Square. Oh, and also Bill Murray’s brothers’ restaurant! Goodbye, summer. xoxo
Gone, Country: So that was awesome
Some pics from my solo exhibition of embroidery, writing, and storytelling at Chicago’s Slate Arts Gallery.
Gone, Country is on view now!
Each September Saturday at 8 p.m., join us for a **free** performance of storytelling and live lit by me and some of my favorite writers in the city.
Three things for word nerds to listen to on the commute home
Chuck Palahniuk, Sana Krasikov, and Zadie Smith write and speak fearlessly in these new-ish recordings. Happy Monday!
10 Questions: Authors and historians Elina Gertsman and Barbara H. Rosenwein
The scholars answer questions about their new book, “The Middle Ages In 50 Objects,” and choose items from contemporary culture that they think future historians would find important. Plus, get a sneak peek inside this entertaining art historical analysis.
One anniversary tradition worth following
And one we should have put on ice…
Saturday. In the park.
Bikers chase cars. Cars chase time. Time chases all.