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Weekend Warrior
Festival season is almost over; take advantage with North Coast, Jazz and Naperville soirees.
Lifestyle
Weekend Warrior
Centerstage Chicago Staff
9/2/10
 
New Restaurants
Believe the hype of Girl & the Goat; recharge at Lakeview's Hang-Over-Easy.
Food
Dining Guides
Centerstage Chicago Staff
8/31/10
 
Loyal Divide
Ohio rockers have transformed their haunting sound into the Chicago scene.
Music
Interviews
Jeff Min
8/30/10
 
Brand-New Bars
Get divey on Grace; go downstairs at River North's Curio.
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides
Centerstage Chicago Staff
8/28/10
 
Labor Day in Chicago
Toast the end of summer with these food and drink deals in the city.
Lifestyle
Centerstage Chicago Staff
8/24/10
 
College Football Bar Specials
Cheer on your favorite team with drinks deals at these spots
Bars + Clubs
Centerstage Chicago Staff
8/24/10
 
DJ Rude 1
Old-school DJ has been on the scene for more than two decades.
Music
Interviews
Jeff Min
8/24/10
 
You're Eating What?
These dishes may sound peculiar, but they taste mmm-mmm good.
Food
Dining Guides
Mary Susan Littlepage
8/23/10
 
Jesse De La Pena
Local DJ has seen it all in the Chicago music scene.
Music
Interviews
Jeff Min
8/16/10
 
K-Kruz
The esteemed producer tells us why he had to forget most his musical training to make beats.
Music
Interviews
Jeff Min
8/9/10
 
One-Note Wonders
A growing food trend is specialization -- and it's leading to some amazing creations.
Food
Dining Guides
Erica Walkup
8/9/10
 
Let's Go Alfresco
Want to eat or drink outside? We've found the finest Chicago beer gardens and sidewalk patios.
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides
Centerstage Chicago Staff
7/30/10
 
Que Billah
West Side emcee has performed with the best of them and is ready to take it to the next level.
Music
Interviews
Jeff Min
7/19/10
 
Where to Go Before and After the Show
Planning a trip to one of Chicago's many fine theaters? Make a night of it at these nearby favorites.
Theater
Theater Guides
Centerstage Chicago Staff
7/6/10
 
In the House
Our picks for Chicago’s most underrated house music venues
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides
David-Anthony Gonzalez
7/6/10
 
Follow Friday: The Homoticons
This transsexual trio takes its cue from high-end lingerie – with silky results.
Music
Follow Friday
Centerstage Chicago Staff
7/2/10
 
PNS
Humboldt Park-bred DJ talks about his career and the Chicago hip-hop scene.
Music
Jeff Min
6/28/10
 
Follow Friday: Actor Slash Model
Gender-bending music is just the beginning for this local duo.
Music
Follow Friday
Centerstage Chicago Staff
6/18/10
 
Qwel
The always-evolving rapper reflects on his past and hints at a Typical Cats return.
Music
Interviews
Jeff Min
6/13/10
 
Follow Friday: Love Raid
The pop trio combines years of experience into an irresistible sound.
Music
Follow Friday
Centerstage Chicago Staff
6/11/10
 
The Art of Buying Art
Chicago's summer art festivals offer many opportunities to decorate your walls.
Arts + Words
Art Guides
Alicia Eler
6/2/10
 
Second Time's The Charm
Throwing a festival ain't easy, as these first-timers found out last year. Here's how they say things will be different in 2010.
Festivals
Gavin Paul
6/1/10
 
Follow Friday: Roommate
You won't find experimental pop this good on Craigslist.
Music
Follow Friday
Centerstage Chicago Staff
5/28/10
 
Rooftop Revelry
We've rounded up Chicago's rooftop decks, where you can imbibe up high.
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides
Centerstage Chicago Staff
5/27/10
 
Kidding Around
Whether your child is into movies or music, books or balloons, these family-friendly fests enlighten and entertain.
Festivals
Anne Royston
5/24/10
 
Mr. Peabody Records
Two local guys have made a small record shop into an international destination.
Music
Interviews
Jeff Min
5/23/10
 
Follow Friday: Algernon
Five instruments, one noisy take on jazz-rock.
Music
Follow Friday
Centerstage Chicago Staff
5/21/10
 
Bread Pudding Revival
Local restaurants put a modern twist on this classic dessert.
Food
Dining Guides
Erica Walkup
5/17/10
 
More Morels, Please
The elusive morel mushroom season is upon us, sprouting on menus in spades.
Food
Dining Guides
Gavin Paul
5/11/10
 
Krabby Rangoon
The Saint Alfred collaborator tells us where sneaker culture is headed...and why rap may be the next disco.
Arts + Words
On The Scene
Jeff Min
5/10/10