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Extremely Local News: How these independent costume shops in Chicago continue their success
Manage episode 444734627 series 3539558
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of ‘The Block Club Chicago Podcast’, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:
‘I Thought He Was Dead’: Runner Who Survived Deer Attack To Make Comeback At Chicago Marathon: “I don’t want anybody’s sympathy or pity. I just want your support,” said Kurt Greteman, whose last race ended early after being charged by deer that nearly killed him. He’ll run the Chicago Marathon Sunday.
How Chicago’s Last Independent Costume Shops Have Thrived Amid Big-Box Retailers, Internet: The internet and big-box competitors have put many locally owned costume shops out of business. Fantasy Costumes and Chicago Costume Company say they’ve managed to stay afloat by adapting and offering unique selections.
Chicago’s Vibrant Lowrider Culture On Display This Weekend At Slow & Low Festival: The daylong event will showcase the craftsmanship of more than 250 vintage cars and motorcycles, along with Mexican folkloric dance and music, DJs and an artisan market.
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Bob Sirott
98 episodes
Manage episode 444734627 series 3539558
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of ‘The Block Club Chicago Podcast’, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:
‘I Thought He Was Dead’: Runner Who Survived Deer Attack To Make Comeback At Chicago Marathon: “I don’t want anybody’s sympathy or pity. I just want your support,” said Kurt Greteman, whose last race ended early after being charged by deer that nearly killed him. He’ll run the Chicago Marathon Sunday.
How Chicago’s Last Independent Costume Shops Have Thrived Amid Big-Box Retailers, Internet: The internet and big-box competitors have put many locally owned costume shops out of business. Fantasy Costumes and Chicago Costume Company say they’ve managed to stay afloat by adapting and offering unique selections.
Chicago’s Vibrant Lowrider Culture On Display This Weekend At Slow & Low Festival: The daylong event will showcase the craftsmanship of more than 250 vintage cars and motorcycles, along with Mexican folkloric dance and music, DJs and an artisan market.
Recent Posts
Bob Sirott
98 episodes
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