A blog by Bonnie McGrath. Got feedback? E-mail bonmcgrath@aol.com.
My view of antenna down
Channel 7 provides Sunday morning entertainment
07/08/2012
My view of Sears Tower took on a new dimension this morning--a Sunday morning that will always be known to me as "Antenna Down." Read More...
Our South Loop Costco
just one visit has transformed my world
07/06/2012
No, I didn't get a Costco card, but I did try some samples and wander around a bit and buy some stuff with my Amex card.... Did I mention I'm hooked? Read More...
Roosevelt Park will be Transformered
The Transformeration will be happening Friday night
07/03/2012
In case you missed all the action around Wacker Drive and the River when the city was destroyed by Hollywood moguls who came to town to make Transformers 3 two years ago, you will be able to catch up on it all Friday night in the South Loop's Roosevelt Park. Read More...
Behind a barrier
what it's like behind a wooden police line
07/02/2012
I've always wondered what it would be like to be behind a police line 24/7. (I found out and I kind of like it.) Read More...
Bike night rides again
they just came past the house
07/01/2012
I've been seeing the late night bike ride for years but it never loses its allure Read More...
A garden that makes paper
right here in our own South Loop
06/28/2012
Columbia College Chicago apparently is using some prime land to make paper! Yes, paper! Fancy paper! Read More...
Rolling down the river
with Alderman Fioretti and the gang
06/27/2012
Alderman Bob Fioretti hosted a lovely boat ride along the Chicago River on Tuesday evening with his supporters; it was smooth sailing and there wasn't a cloud in sight. Read More...
Being number ONE
it turns out our CTA station is number one in crime
06/25/2012
I love it when the South Loop is number one in anything. Except crime at our busiest CTA stop--across from my house. Read More...
She looks like a million bucks
and can show you the cash to prove it
06/21/2012
South Looper Paulette Boyd is proud of the fact that she raised a million dollars for non profits in a pretty short time. Read More...
Vintage buildings that housed vintage cars
and the cars will be here Sunday
06/21/2012
The only thing missing Wednesday night at the Motor Row tour was the cars. And they're on their way.... Read More...