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Holidays today are not like holidays of the past

Posted on January 3, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Holidays today are not like holidays of the past
Holidays today are not like holidays of the past

Holidays today are not like holidays of the past It was so much better in the “old days.” Movie theaters were more enjoyable and traveling on airlines and even cruises were simpler. We knew what we were getting upfront for the single cost we paid. Today, traveling is a gamble, and going to the movie…

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DeYoung rocks Star Plaza

Posted on December 20, 2017December 22, 2017 By Steve Metsch No Comments on DeYoung rocks Star Plaza

DeYoung rocks Star Plaza Former Styx frontman sounds good as ever By Steve Metsch It’s been 40 years since Styx released its “The Grand Illusion” album, but you couldn’t tell that by listening to Dennis DeYoung’s voice. DeYoung, the former frontman for the popular rock band from Chicago, played the entire album and a slew…

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Exorbitant Hamilton tickets reflect founding father’s life

Posted on December 5, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Exorbitant Hamilton tickets reflect founding father’s life
Exorbitant Hamilton tickets reflect founding father’s life

Exorbitant Hamilton tickets reflect founding father’s life “Hamilton: The Satirical.” More tickets were announced available this week to the politically partisan Broadway musical “Hamilton: An American Musical.” But only the super rich will be able to afford seats that allows them to see the whole stage and even the cheap, obstructed seats will still cost…

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Netflix increases fees as programming drops

Posted on December 5, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Netflix increases fees as programming drops
Netflix increases fees as programming drops

Netflix increases fees as programming drops Netflix raised fees, again. But if they want to keep me as a loyal subscriber, they need to be loyal to me and produce some kickass programing. Dropping Kevin Spacey from “House of Cards” is a major blow, and the garbage they are offering the wake of another favorite,…

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All you can eat Brazilian steak houses

Posted on November 25, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on All you can eat Brazilian steak houses
All you can eat Brazilian steak houses

All you can eat Brazilian steak houses One of my favorite restaurants is the Brazilian steakhouse where waiters serve the Churrascaria food selections on skewers one slice at a time with a huge salad bar in the background. Texas de Brazil is at the top of the list but I have enjoyed them all including…

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Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule

Posted on November 15, 2017September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule
Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule

Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule Year of Creative Youth January–December 2018 Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events have designated 2018 as the “Year of Creative Youth.” The $2 million investment by the City of Chicago will include a Creative Youth Festival across the Millennium Park Campus, performance…

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New TV Sitcom “The Mayor” gives politics a funny edge

Posted on November 13, 2017November 13, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on New TV Sitcom “The Mayor” gives politics a funny edge
New TV Sitcom “The Mayor” gives politics a funny edge

New TV Sitcom “The Mayor” gives politics a funny edge Bernard David Jones brings his comedic acting chops – perfected during his time spent at CollegeHumor – to primetime TV in one of Fall TV’s new comedy series The Mayor (TUESDAYs (9:30|8:30c) on ABC). The new ABC comedy revolves around young rapper ‘Courtney Rose’ (Brandon Michael…

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Emanuel unveils Chicago’s first public arts plan

Posted on October 27, 2017October 27, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Emanuel unveils Chicago’s first public arts plan
Emanuel unveils Chicago’s first public arts plan

Emanuel unveils Chicago’s first public arts plan MAYOR EMANUEL AND THE CITY OF CHICAGO UNVEILS THE FIRST PUBLIC ART PLAN Recommendations serve to advance public art throughout the city Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today announced Chicago’s first Public Art Plan. The plan lays out recommendations that…

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Biding time while waiting for my favorite TV programs

Posted on October 23, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Biding time while waiting for my favorite TV programs
Biding time while waiting for my favorite TV programs

Biding time while waiting for my favorite TV programs The latest trend as cable TV programs rise in popularity and quality is that their seasons are shortened to only a few episodes. For those of us used to 25 to 30 episode seasons, it’s disappointing that we’re seeing fewer episodes for originally programming on HBO,…

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Cable and subscription TV are cheating the consumer

Posted on October 15, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cable and subscription TV are cheating the consumer
Cable and subscription TV are cheating the consumer

Cable and subscription TV are cheating the consumer We pay a lot for subscriptions to Hulu, Netflix and cable TV providers like Xfinity and DirecTV, so why can’t we get what we were promised? Access to great  basic programming and a commercial free experience? By Ray Hanania One of the appeals of subscription television is…

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The Primal Cut Steakhouse Restaurant review

Posted on October 14, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The Primal Cut Steakhouse Restaurant review
The Primal Cut Steakhouse Restaurant review

The Primal Cut Steakhouse Restaurant review There are a lot of great restaurants in the Chicagoland suburbs, but one of my favorites for steaks is The Primal Cut Steakhouse in Tinley Park. The steaks are always cooked perfectly and they are tasty. This is a must-visit place for steak lovers in Chicagoland’s suburbs By Ray…

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Why did Blade Runner 2049 do so bad at theaters?

Posted on October 9, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Why did Blade Runner 2049 do so bad at theaters?
Why did Blade Runner 2049 do so bad at theaters?

Why did Blade Runner 2049 do so bad at theaters? Movie Review: Blade Runner is a science fiction film based on the 1968 novel “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” by SciFi author Philip K. Dick. The lead character is Rick Deckard whose job as a “Blade Runner” is to terminate (retire) old replicants (bio-robotic…

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Southwest side pizzeria, a favorite for 20 years

Posted on October 7, 2017October 12, 2017 By Steve Neuhaus 1 Comment on Southwest side pizzeria, a favorite for 20 years
Southwest side pizzeria, a favorite for 20 years

Local pizzeria, a long time favorite Known for one of the best deep dish pizza’s on the Southwest side  By Steve Neuhaus  @newsshooter56   At the age of 19, Mike Guerra came to America in search of a better life and opportunities. In the mid 1970’s as a pizza cook at Giordano’s Restaurant on 63rd Street….

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Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu

Posted on October 3, 2017November 29, 2019 By Steve Neuhaus No Comments on Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu
Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu

Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu A local favorite since 2011  By Steve Neuhaus Businesses come and go these days mostly due to the economy and competition, but for one local owner business is booming. I was told that I should visit the Stacked Pancake House in Oak Lawn, so I headed out…

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Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition

Posted on October 3, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition
Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition

Czech & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition For many years, the Czech community was Chicagoland’s most recognized cultural presence. As Chicagoland’s immigration makeup has expanded, the Czech community identity continues each year with the popular Houby Day Festival and Parade in Chicago’s West suburbs By Ray Hanania Much is made by the mainstream…

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Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever

Posted on October 2, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever
Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever

Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever I grew up on hamburgers and I consider myself a hamburger connoisseur. Until recently, though I enjoyed burgers everywhere. But a few weeks ago, I happened across a place called Smashburgers and I am hooked. They are the best tasting hamburgers in the world By Ray Hanania…

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Leah Remini knocks it out of the park in Kevin Can Wait

Posted on September 28, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leah Remini knocks it out of the park in Kevin Can Wait
Leah Remini knocks it out of the park in Kevin Can Wait

Leah Remini knocks it out of the park in Kevin Can Wait One of my all time favorite comedy series on Television was “King of Queens” starring Kevin James and Leah Remini. I watch the reruns over and over again because the comedy of the two talented actors is phenomenal. When James launched his latest…

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Flanagan’s Wake returns to Chicago at new location

Posted on September 14, 2017September 14, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Flanagan’s Wake returns to Chicago at new location
Flanagan’s Wake returns to Chicago at new location

Flanagan’s Wake returns to Chicago at new location Chicago Theater Works adds second production to venue line-up CHICAGO – The producers behind Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding are pleased to announce the long-running improv/comedy, Flanagan’s Wake, will return to Chicago Saturday, September 23 through Thursday, November 9.  Flanagan’s Wake, which has played in the Chicagoland area…

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