Archive for April, 2010
Konscious Kollective: Sample Sale
By Gozamos on April 25, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Bringing the LA and NYC sample sale experience to Chicago. Hand selected clothing samples. Sought after designer labels from LA & NYC. Everything priced 50-90% below retail
Eduflation
By Claudio Alberto Cortes on April 25, 2010 | Leave a comment!
With fewer jobs and with colleges pumping out graduates in record numbers, what does it mean to have a college degree these days?
Lila Downs
By Gozamos on April 25, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Lila Downs is a Mexican/U.S. American singer. She performs her own compositions as well as tapping into native Mesoamerican music of the Mixtec, Zapotec, Maya and Nahuatl cultures. The Very Best Of – Lila Downs
Windy City Rollers Home Season Bout #5
By Gozamos on April 25, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Don’t miss the Double Crossers vs. the Manic Attackers in the second game, as they have a pivotal fight for the number 2 slot in the standings and a chance at the championship.
Everyday Adventures Growing Up
By Gozamos on April 25, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Everyday Adventures Growing Up, address these issues with humor, simplicity, charm, and the right touch of mystery.
Noche de Jazz y Poesia
By Gozamos on April 25, 2010 | Leave a comment!
DESPISTES Y FRANQUEZAS, POETAS DE CHICAGO RINDEN TRIBUTO A BENEDETTI
Beatriz Badikian, Jorge Frisancho, Olivia Maciel , Jorge García de la Fe, Jesús Guerrero, Elizabeth Narváez Luna, Santiago Weksler, Rafael Franco Steeves, Fernando Olszanski, Víctor Ortiz, Johanny Vázquez Paz , y más…
Baha’i Temple – One of Seven Wonders of Illinois
By Luz Chavez on April 24, 2010 | 6 Comments
The Baha’i House of Worship, just 30 minutes north of Chicago, is as close to godly as you can get. With its majestic architecture, serene gardens, and elaborate interior, the Baha’i temple is one of Illinois’s most beautiful landmarks.
The Sneak Geek II: Filling Scottie’s Shoes
By Terry Carlton on April 24, 2010 | 2 Comments
Gozamos’ resident sneakerhead takes you on a time traveling journey through the history and future of the coolest sneakers and baddest basketball players to step onto the hardwood. This month features The Other Bull’s Nike Air More Uptempo.
Thirty plays in 60 minutes
By Juan Laverde on April 23, 2010 | 1 Comment
Inside The Neo-Futurists Studio and Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Blind. Chicago’s one and only cell of Theater Econo.
Café Laguardia
By Rebecca Bretana on April 23, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Arroz, frijoles negros, lechon, mojitos, y musica. Need I say more?
Byline: Rebecca Bretana
Embargo? What Embargo?
By Juan Laverde on April 23, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Cuba (finally!) opens an online international mall that will let you pick up those cartoons used to love, hard-to-find art magazines, and book that trip to Cubadisco 2010 all in one shopping trip.
John Berberian
By Gozamos on April 22, 2010 | Leave a comment!
John Berberian is an American musician born in New York City and the son of Armenian immigrants known for his virtuosity on the oud. He recorded extensively on a variety of labels and pioneered fusions of Middle Eastern music and psychedelic rock and jazz in the 1960s. He is one of only a handful of musicians [...]
Quantic DJ Set
By Gozamos on April 22, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Will Holland aka Quantic is one of the most prolific and innovative working producers today. In 2007 Quantic moved to Cali, Colombia where he has been digging for lost unknown treasures of cumbia, salsa and latin funk. $10 at door | $7 in Advance or $5 before 10pm with Facebook RSVP http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=112294208801940
Undertow-CLFF
By Gozamos on April 22, 2010 | 2 Comments
Peru-Colombia-France-Germany, 2009, 100 min.
Director: Javier Fuentes-León
Noite do Brasil-CLFF
By Gozamos on April 22, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Olhos Azuis | Blue Eyes | Brazil, 2009 | 111 min. | Director: José Joffily
CéU in Chicago!
By Gozamos on April 22, 2010 | 1 Comment
Presented by RATIOnation.com and arteYvidachicago.com
CEU (VAGAROSA TOUR)
Direct from Brazil
Friday, April 23 2010 8pm doors | 930pm show $20 in advance | $25 at the door | Green Dolphin
Green Dolphin 2200 N. Ashland
Girl in a Coma brings the best San Antonio rock
By Jose Luis Benavides on April 22, 2010 | 9 Comments
Tejana rockeras –Girl in a Coma– blow up Chicago! Check out Girl in a Coma’s next Chicago show.Opening for Sia April 25, 2010 @ The Vic
Earth Day Every Day
By Melissa Nuñez-Mangold on April 22, 2010 | 8 Comments
Feature image by NASA When I decided to take on the topic of Earth Day, I realized I needed to put a little research in first. I knew the main point, you know, reduce, reuse, recycle, yadda, yadda, yadda, but how did this thing start? Where did it originate? Was it some corporate PR move [...]
Old, New, Borrowed, Green
By Melissa Nuñez-Mangold on April 22, 2010 | 2 Comments
In honor of Earth Day this week, Gozamos looks at ways to make your wedding greener and save money while doing it!
Artist Gumbo
By Jose Luis Benavides on April 22, 2010 | 2 Comments
Every last Tuesday of the month, Artist Gumbo mixes up Chicago’s performance art scene, showcasing diverse and distinct talent
The Last Script Remembering Buñuel-CLFF
By Gozamos on April 22, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Spain-Mexico-Germany, 2009, 113 min.
Directors: Javier Espada, Gaizka Urresti
Matanzas Latin Express
By Gozamos on April 22, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Matanzas Latin Express with special guest lead singer Angel D’Cuba – FREE DANCE LESSONS WITH MILLY LA SALSERA SENSUAL! http://www.cafelaguardia.com/events/
Tortillas: The greatest thing since before sliced bread
By Reyna Jacqueline Peña on April 21, 2010 | 18 Comments
How much do you know about this staple food? Gozamos explores some tortilla facts everyone needs to know.
Weight Loss Weapon
By Melissa Nuñez-Mangold on April 21, 2010 | Leave a comment!
If round is the only shape you’re in, check out some tips from Unicus Fitness on how to get your fitness program on track to start losing weight.