Opinions on gentrification from a gentrified neighborhood's non-gentry residents?
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posted by defmute
on Apr 29, 2012 -
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I need to transport about 30 people half a mile in downtown Chicago very cheaply. It seems like the cheapest thing to do is just get 10 cabs since it's expensive to hire a bus or party-van-thing for one short trip. I was wondering if anyone had any different suggestions or have tried to orchestrate something similar.
posted by bucksox
on Apr 27, 2012 -
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I need a recommendation for a good transmission shop on the northside of Chicago. Bonus points for Evanston, Rogers Park, and the surrounding areas.
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posted by who squared
on Apr 25, 2012 -
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Where can we get a clear view of the western horizon at sunset to see the transit of Venus, in or near or within a few hours' drive of Chicago?
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posted by booknerd
on Apr 25, 2012 -
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I would like to get a new job in Chicago. What are some things I can do over the summer to maximize my odds at finding employment in the windy city? My field is software engineering.
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posted by Green With You
on Apr 23, 2012 -
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How do talented but isolated creative snowflakes jobhunt from the UK? Two indie game folks seek new life in Chicago.
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posted by menialjoy
on Apr 18, 2012 -
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I know that "nice" and "cheap" are mutually exclusive in the world of suit buying, but my fiance has put off purchasing his wedding suit till the last minute and we're sort of broke.
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posted by macrowave
on Apr 17, 2012 -
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The post about Chicago bars got me to thinking about a 4 o'clock bar I spent some time in, and, more specifically, about the bartender who worked in that bar. I do not know the name of the bar and I don't much care, though I guess it'd be fun to know. I do not know the bartenders name, and about that I care very much.
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posted by dancestoblue
on Apr 17, 2012 -
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Where in Chicago should I live if I take a position at the Illinois Institute of Technology?
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posted by cycleback
on Apr 13, 2012 -
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I'm looking for a list of all (or most) of the paintings exhibited at the 1893 Chicago Worlds' Fair, and have so far come up with nothing. Does such a list exist? And where could I find it?
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posted by DeltaZ113
on Apr 11, 2012 -
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We're going to Chicago this weekend! Despite a 50% chance of rain (BOO) I am determined to have an awesome time. We will be staying in Wicker Park and plan to rely mainly on bikes and the L to get around. We aim to eat, shop and explore. Where do we start?
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posted by zoomorphic
on Apr 11, 2012 -
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I'm in downtown Chicago today and we're looking for a good place to watch the Final Four games this evening. Requirements: good food, reasonable beer selection, and a laid back area where we can grab a table and hang out for a couple hours. Thanks in advance!
posted by chrisamiller
on Mar 31, 2012 -
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I'm leaving the country for three months. Where do I store my car in Chicago during that time? Graduate student, so the cheaper the better...
posted by besonders
on Mar 31, 2012 -
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Why is a sheet cake at Whole Foods so expensive? Can I do better (in Chicago?) It doesn't need to be decorated, just tasty.
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posted by GastrocNemesis
on Mar 16, 2012 -
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What is the easiest and cheapest way to go sailing in Chicago without buying a boat?
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posted by enn
on Mar 14, 2012 -
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MakeMyMindUpForMe-filter: If you were a not-so-young-anymore grad student to be, and had to choose between spending the next 6(ish) years of your life in Durham or Chicago, which would you choose on a purely lifestyle basis (academic/$$ considerations being relatively equal), and why? Looking for experiences of those who have lived (not necessarily studied) in either (or both!) places. Semi-relevant details inside.
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posted by Dorinda
on Mar 12, 2012 -
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I am a Canadian expat currently living in the UK and I might be moving to Chicago. What kind of things do I need to consider? What are the differences in employment benefits that I need to look out for? I'm married. What are the work visa issues for spouses of someone with a work visa? Where in Chicago can you live (rent) without a car and still have a garden? What am I forgetting?
posted by srboisvert
on Mar 11, 2012 -
11 answers
Looking for a lesbian/bisexual lady bar in Chicago. I'm in my mid-20s and looking to meet other women.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 29, 2012 -
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I am returning from Chicago to NY on a foodie's birthday. What, if anything, can I bring back for him? Limitations/details inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 22, 2012 -
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Obama SWAG in Chicago---where can I get some fast and in person? Leaving for Ethiopia in a matter of days and I've received a request from someone there for anything "Obama"...t-shirt, pins, posters, etc. But I don't have much time and anything ordered from the campaign store online will not arrive in time (they don't have an option for faster shipping.) Are there any brick and mortar stores in Chicago where I can pick something up?
posted by jeanmari
on Feb 22, 2012 -
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I'm looking for a famous photo from the 1968 Chicago Democratic National Convention: a policeman, carrying a club, has his arm back ready to strike the photographer. The cop has a helmet, a cigarette hanging out of his mouth, and a bored expression, looking right at the camera.
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posted by xil
on Feb 21, 2012 -
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What do you get the guy who has nothing? I'm looking for practical going-away gifts for a friend who's about to pack up his few belongings in his car and move cross-country, broke.
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posted by roger ackroyd
on Feb 16, 2012 -
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[Chicago gift filter] What $50 gift can I buy online for a sorta-broke, semi-newlywed-ish, crazy-busy couple in Chicago?
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posted by mostly vowels
on Feb 10, 2012 -
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I need the color of the sky in Chicago every day for the last year. Does this exist anywhere?
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posted by Sreiny
on Feb 3, 2012 -
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Need to buy a fancy evening dress. Don't want to buy a basic LBD, and want mini or knee length - not full length. Prefer a little funkier perhaps. Any suggestions where? The boutiques I frequent don't do a lot of fancy dresses, so I'm lost. Of course there are the dept stores but would love to avoid if possible.
posted by dublin
on Jan 31, 2012 -
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Long shot: Is there anywhere in Chicago or its transit-accessible suburbs where I can buy, in person, a decent-quality Russian ushanka (ear-flap hat)?
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posted by enn
on Jan 21, 2012 -
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What are the best / tallest buildings in downtown Chicago to sneak into and run stairs?
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posted by ztdavis
on Jan 18, 2012 -
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Chicago locals- what are your favorite low and moderately priced restaurants? We recently moved to Chicago, and we're looking for new places to try.
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posted by b_alex_a
on Jan 9, 2012 -
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What are some awesome non-profits/other social change organizations based in Chicago or the surrounding areas (northern suburbs would actually be ideal)?
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posted by kylej
on Jan 4, 2012 -
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Chicago-specific question: I'll be accepting a job in the northwest suburbs. Is living in the city and working in the suburbs doable?
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posted by naju
on Dec 21, 2011 -
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Does anyone know of a good printer (online or in Chicago or DC) that can print small-run, custom-sized, double-sided, durable cards?
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posted by aaanastasia
on Dec 19, 2011 -
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Good morning, MeFi's! It's not to late for me to make Christmas better for some deserving kids and families in Chicago, is it?
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posted by Work to Live
on Dec 17, 2011 -
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I attended the University of Chicago Law School. I know almost nothing about economics, much less the Chicago school, but people keep expecting me to. Where do I start?
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posted by anthropomorphic
on Dec 15, 2011 -
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Is it totally nuts for an outdoor loving backpacking tree hugger to move to Chicago for work?
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posted by H. Roark
on Dec 6, 2011 -
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Is there some version of a headhunter or career advisor who takes into account the skills you have beyond your resume, and helps you find jobs you wouldn't know about that fit those skills?
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posted by chonus
on Nov 29, 2011 -
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My girlfriend and I are planning on getting engaged soon--hooray! She would like to use some family heirloom stones for the engagement ring. We're not sure how to best proceed.
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posted by notswedish
on Nov 28, 2011 -
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