Our (fairly) regular roundup of Music & Arts related news from Chicago-based web media, featuring thoughts and insight from some of the city’s most dedicated writers.
- One For The Road: Larry Doby Makes MLB Debut At Comiskey
On this date in 1947, Larry Doby became the first African American player to play for the American League of the MLB at Comiskey Park. [ more › ]
- 2012 Silent Summer Film Festival Schedule Announced
Last year’s festival (which celebrated the early stars of film such as Louise Brooks, Gloria Swanson, Mary Pickford, Greta Garbo, Marion Davies and Janet Gaynor) was one of the stronger festival lineups in recent memory. This year’s festival isn’t as top to bottom strong as last year, but still has some gems worth viewing. [ more › ]
- Thursday Afternoon Diversion: Keeping the Pests Away
For those of us with raccoon problems, now there’s a handy repellent, available in a spray bottle. [ more › ]
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