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  • 3730 N. Clark St. No Change Too Small

    About two years ago, I went to a concert at Metro, 3730 N. Clark St., to see one of my favorite bands at the time. I was 18 years old...

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 16th and State No Change Too Small

    Columbia is a step closer to purchasing the land at 16th and State streets for the construction of the Media Production Center. The Community Development Commission voted unanimously...

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 1142 N. Milwaukee Ave. “Project Runway” gives Columbia a second shot

    Stevens currently lives in Columbus, Ohio, but said she hopes to make her way back to Chicago soon. Her fall line is now available at the Wicker Park boutique, The Silver Room, 1142 N. Milwaukee Ave.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 1130 S. Wabash Ave “Project Runway” gives Columbia a second shot

    ...Stevens graduated with her bachelor’s degree and was highly involved working with Bates Design, 1130 S. Wabash Ave, a designer known for creatingcustom designs for celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Michael Jordan. While...

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 916-1000 S. Wabash Ave. Media Production Center update

    Columbia is also renovating 618 S. Michigan Ave. and 916-1000 S. Wabash Ave., beginning in spring 2009.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 618 S. Michigan Ave. Media Production Center update

    Columbia is also renovating 618 S. Michigan Ave. and 916-1000 S. Wabash Ave., beginning in spring 2009.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 33 E. Congress Parkway Media Production Center update

    LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is nationally recognized as a benchmark for green design. Berg said the college is currently seeking LEED certification for the 33 E. Congress Parkway building, which is furnished with sustainable carpet, furniture and other fixtures.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 3900 S. State St. Media Production Center update

    ...construction industry job training for students at the Dawson Technical Institute of Kennedy-King College, 3900 S. State St.. Dawson Tech’s Construction Career Opportunities program works with W.E. O’Neil Construction Co...

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 1600-1632 S. State St. Media Production Center update

    Berg said the construction of the Media Production Center at 1600-1632 S. State St. will provide construction industry job training for students at the Dawson Technical Institute of Kennedy...

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 16th and State Media Production Center update

    Columbia is a step closer to purchasing the land at 16th and State streets for the construction of the Media Production Center.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 525 S. State St. Columbia shines at Pride with one of the best floats

    The float was built in the Manifest build shop located in the University Center, 525 S. State St.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 1144 Lake St. Punk rockers read, too

    Kuehnert is touring the country to host book signings for “I Wanna Be Your Joey Ramone.” Her next signing in the Chicago area will be at Borders in Oak Park, Ill., 1144 Lake St., July 26.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 5233 N. Clark St. Punk rockers read, too

    Stephanie Kuehnert has been busy. She hosted her first book signing at Chicago’s Women and Children First bookstore, 5233 N. Clark St., and the young author has been scheduling press interviews back-to-back all summer.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 6701 W Forest Preserve Dr Taste of Chicago to offer healthier food option

    Restaurants like Eli’s Cheesecakes, 6701 W. Forest Preserve Drive, which offers solely desserts, will be serving a “skinny cheesecake” that is made with light cheeses and creams and has 250 calories per slice. Their other items include an Oreo Cookie Cheesecake and Frozen Chocolate Chip Cheesecake.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • S. State St. & W. 16th St. DePaul land purchase

    ...Leventhal, Columbia media relations director, Columbia anticipates owning the 39,700-square-foot site at 16th and State streets for future Media Production Center by the end of the year. This would increase...

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 14 E Jackson Blvd DePaul land purchase

    ...real estate holdings in the South Loop by 25 percent with the purchase of the 14 E. Jackson Blvd. in June. According to a press release, the acquisition of the 18-story, 384,000...

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 1150 N. Damen Ave. Welcome (back) to Guyville

    The guy who actually coined that term was this guy named Chris Holmes. Chris was a University of Chicago student, and he would come up from Hyde Park to Wicker Park to hang out at Rainbo Club [1150 N. Damen Ave.] It was a half-block from where Liz and I lived.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 624 S. Michigan SGA President Farewell address

    The elevators run a little faster in 624 S. Michigan, the 85 cent pop cans are alternatives to more expensive bottles, and soap dispensers actually work in the bathrooms as a result of our inquiries and work.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 2109 S. State St Venues open doors to all ages crowd

    So when Reggies Rock Club, 2109 S. State St., opened in the South Loop earlier this year, and quickly became established for its balance of underage and 21 and older shows, it seemed like a comeback for younger music crowds was in full force.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 3730 N. Clark St Venues open doors to all ages crowd

    About two years ago, I went to a concert at Metro, 3730 N. Clark St., to see one of my favorite bands at the time. I was 18 years old, wore electric blue tights with a pair of Chuck Taylors and couldn’t wait to dance and get sweaty with other underagers like myself.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 1375 W. Lake St Venues open doors to all ages crowd

    The Bottom Lounge, 1375 W. Lake St., hosts concerts and shows for patrons under the age of 21.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 5419 N. Clark St Girls’ night out

    One of the more popular bars that women go to in Andersonville is Star Gaze Restaurant and Bar, 5419 N. Clark St., said Star Gaze bartender Sara Dobrovolny.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 209 W. Lake St Girls’ night out

    Most recently, Chix Mix Productions brought a new weekly event to Wet Nightclub, 209 W. Lake St., called Wild on Wet Thursdays. The women-only event began at the end of April.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 3641 N. Halsted St Girls’ night out

    According to Marro, Circuit Nightclub, 3641 N. Halsted St., is a popular club among lesbians, especially when production companies like Girl Bar and Chix Mix host events there.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 3458 N. Halsted St Girls’ night out

    But, she said the bars in the predominately male neighborhood of Boystown aren’t just for the guys anymore, pointing out that bars like Lakeview Broadcasting Company, 3542 N. Halsted St., and Hydrate, 3458 N. Halsted St., now have more girls in the crowd.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 3542 N. Halsted St Girls’ night out

    But, she said the bars in the predominately male neighborhood of Boystown aren’t just for the guys anymore, pointing out that bars like Lakeview Broadcasting Company, 3542 N. Halsted St., and Hydrate, 3458 N. Halsted St., now have more girls in the crowd.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 800 W. Belmont Ave Girls’ night out

    Rachel Blanton, Mindy Bosco and Ashley Clement party and chat at Spin Nightclub, 800 W. Belmont Ave., on May 8.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 3179 N. Broadway Ave From the streets to cookie sheets

    Cazzola and Reliford found the listing for their jobs at the bakery posted in the Broadway Youth Center, 3179 N. Broadway Ave., an orginization that offers a variety of services to youth.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 4749 N. Albany St From the streets to cookie sheets

    Timothy Reliford prepares cookies in the kitchen of Blue Sky Bakery, 4749 N. Albany St., which employs homeless and at-risk youth.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

  • 218 S. Wabash A new view for Wabash Avenue

    Mark Lloyd, associate vice president of Marketing and Communications and chief marketing officer at Columbia, said there have been accessibility issues at the 218 S. Wabash Building, but those issues should be resolved once construction ends shortly.

    Published by Columbia Chronicle on May 12, 2008.

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