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Are Developer Mistakes Blocking New Retail?
Condo Woes Could Be Deterring New Residents
06/13/2010
A day looking at apartments and talking to real estate folks 'in the know' made me think about retail. Could we be losing residents because of the special assessment drama that's hit many buildings in our neighborhood?
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The Hunt for a New Home Begins
Making Room for Baby
06/12/2010
This weekend, we are going to embark on a South and West Loop expedition. The goal: find a new place to live this fall.
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A Twist in Sitting Outside
Babies, Bottles and Balocco
06/06/2010
Chicagoans salivate over outside seating the way New Yorkers love their Yankees.
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Target Preparing for Fresh Produce?
05/31/2010
It looks like the South Loop Target store may get a little fresher.
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A Sneak Peek into Jimmy Green's
Opening Its Doors TONIGHT For the Blackhawks Game
05/29/2010
If you're like most South Loopers, you've been waiting for another neighborhood spot to open. Your wait is almost over - Jimmy Green's is ready to welcome all of you with open arms.
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The Drama Behind Code of Conduct
Really, People? Really?
05/26/2010
When I learned of the drama surrounding the opening of a tattoo and clothing boutique on 11th Street, I just about had it. Read More...
Wabash Avenue Needs Some Life
Perfect Sidewalk Cafe Territory
05/16/2010
It's ironic to be living in the middle Columbia College's creative community, yet feel like I live in a desolate town.
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Why I Rarely Attempt Brunch After 9 am
...Unless It's a Weekday
05/09/2010
It's a standard occurrence. It's Saturday or Sunday and friends/family visit us in the South Loop and would like to enjoy brunch. Whether it's Yolk, Bongo Room or Eleven City Diner (note: I haven't been to Eleven since the owner yelled at his staff in front of my friends), there are only a few instances where I attempt a brunch in the South Loop after 9 am.
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Greetings from the Sidewalk Observer
05/02/2010
Hello CJ readers! I am thrilled to provide a report on my daily stroll around our neighborhoods. I'm going to use this blog, Sidewalk Observations, to focus on
retail, shops and small businesses in and near the Loop -- the openings
and closings, the critiques and conversations we have about these places.
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