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A Green Galore: Chicago’s Green River

1962 was the first time Chicago had dumped 100 pounds of green dye into the Chicago River. 60 years later, the river’s periodic emerald green and ethereal gleam are tied…



Snow Angel Making 101

A fresh layer of snow brings endless possibilities: sledding, snowmen, snowball fights (not at IMSA though!), and best of all, snow angels. For the past 17 years, I’ve made over…


Kwanzaa: A Remembrance of African Heritage

Kwanzaa, a nonreligious wintertime holiday, began in the tumultuous late 20th century. It is dedicated to unifying African Americans under their shared roots and has cultivated a large following within…