Archive for July, 2010
10 Things to Remember to do Before you Leave for Vacation
By Katie Donbavand on July 31, 2010 | 3 Comments
Attention, Happy Travelers: before you leave for that fabulous trip around the world or just over the river and through the words, don’t forget to run through Gozamos’ pre-vacation checklist.
New Year’s Eve in August
By Gozamos on July 31, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Why New Year’s Eve in August? Because counting down the real New Year outdoors in Chicago SUCKS! ActionBooth invites you to come get ridiculous in your best bathing suit and celebrate a faux New Year’s Eve at the beach!
Gozamos.tv – Episode 0: Nathan Peck, Asami Hachiuma and Abraham Velázquez Tello
By Abraham Velázquez Tello on July 31, 2010 | 1 Comment
Gozamos meets the Chicago Art Department as we discuss the ideas of collaboration, partnership, and how we all can make cool things together. We are joined by Nathan Peck of the Chicago Art Department, Asami Hachiuma and Abraham Velázquez Tello in Episode 0 of the Gozamos Podcast.
Nice and Hearty!
By Rebecca Bretana on July 30, 2010 | Leave a comment!
This Lakeview restaurant takes comfort food out of your grandma’s kitchen and takes it to a whole new level.
Review: Esperanza Spalding, Chamber Music Society
By Jose Luis Benavides on July 30, 2010 | 3 Comments
Internationally acclaimed and Oprah approved, Esperanza Spaulding comes back with her second jazz and classical inspired album, Chamber Music Society.
Lollapalooza
By Gozamos on July 30, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Feature Photo by Fuzzy Thoughts What started as a touring music festival in 1991 by Jane’s Addiction frontman Perry Farrell, Lollapalooza has become a definitively unique music experience. Today, Lollapalooza takes place every summer in historic Grant Park, Chicago, between the iconic Chicago skyline and the shores of Lake Michigan. With thousands of music fans [...]
Nelarusky
By Gozamos on July 30, 2010 | Leave a comment!
The fourth event’s lineup will showcase extraordinary talent at a great price for a great cause and is the perfect way to kick-off Lollapalooza weekend!
A raffle, merchandise, and promo material from our sponsors will also be available at this event.
World Class Jazz
By Gozamos on July 30, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Sample the savory sounds of jazz with a distinctively Chicago flavor as this celebrated music series returns for its 6th year. Presented in collaboration with Jazz Institute of Chicago, Made In Chicago: World Class Jazz begins July 29 and grooves through September 2.
International Summer Screenings Program
By Gozamos on July 30, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Cinema/Chicago, in collaboration with the Chicago Cultural Center and international and cultural partners throughout the city, is pleased to host free public film screenings at the 7th Annual International Summer Screenings Program.
RUI: Reading Under the Influence
By Gozamos on July 30, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Please join RUI from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, August 4 for readings by local authors Josh Wilker (“Cardboard Gods”), Marc Paoletti (“Scorch,” “The Last Vampire”), Simon Smith and Windy City Story Slam all-city champion Alex Bonner. All four read original short stories and host trivia segments related to this month’s theme (“Gods”), during which you can win books and other prizes.
Tribute to the Masters: George Carlin
By Raul Trevino on July 30, 2010 | 2 Comments
George Carlin may have been a dirty old man to some, but his career spanned decades and generations, influencing the likes of comedians past and present. Gozamos takes a look at the legacy of one of comedy’s true masters.
The Indumentarian: The Clothes Convention
By Roberto Del Rio on July 29, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Those kids who mock ‘ridiculous’ runway fashion are imbeciles. Have you ever heard of concept cars at auto shows? Well, the same applies for clothes. Let’s rip them a new one, shall we?
Coast to Coast: Boston Grub and Pub
By Terry Carlton on July 29, 2010 | 1 Comment
Gozamos’ resident globetrotter takes it back to the East Coast where he found some enthusiastic World Cup fans, Champions (the hotel bar) and all its glory, and some local midday drunkard Ad Men. Bon appetit!
Seu Jorge and Almaz
By Gozamos on July 29, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Seu Jorge has always put artistic freedom first. His extraordinary story spans theatre projects in Rio’s favelas, movie acting (as Knockout Ned in Fernando Meirelles’ City Of God, and with Bill Murray in Wes Anderson’s The Life Aquatic) and of course, becoming one of Brazil’s best known singers.
Dj Janaka Selekta
By Gozamos on July 28, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Imagine a place where Indian classical folk traditions collide into the fringes of electronic music. Where the laid back space of dub reggae meets the energy of bass rattling dancefloors. This is the contoured landscape San Francisco based DJ and Producer Janaka Selecta evokes with his debut album, “Pushing Air”. Janaka’s upbringing is almost as [...]
The Truth About the Clitoris
By Jane Sez on July 28, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Jane Sez takes you behind the hood and gives you the full frontal details of the ultimate sweet spot: the clitoris.
Fat & Happy: Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella and Apple
By Monique Costello on July 28, 2010 | Leave a comment!
A visit to Costco leads to a mozzarella overload! You don’t have to brave Costco to make this simple fat and happy appetizer, but if you’re looking for a little challenge, it might be just the adventure course you’ve been looking for.
Bomba Estéreo at the Boom Boom Room
By Jose Luis Benavides on July 28, 2010 | 4 Comments
Celebrating the first annual Chicago Colombian Music Festival, Bomba Estéreo set Chicago ablaze.
Belize Day in the Park
By Gozamos on July 28, 2010 | Leave a comment!
Get a taste of Belizean beats with live music and DJs, plus vendors and traditional fare. http://www.chicagobelizedayinthepark.org/index.html
Lincoln Park Arts & Music Festival
By Gozamos on July 28, 2010 | Leave a comment!
In the spirit of the Chicago street festival model, but with a more refined approach, the Lincoln Park Arts & Music Festival features food and drinks from some of the neighborhood’s most famous restaurants and bars. LPCC members were first offered the opportunity to participate as food and merchant vendors at the event to represent the best of what the neighborhood has to offer.
VHS or BETA Dee Jays
By Gozamos on July 28, 2010 | Leave a comment!
VHS or Beta released Bring on the Comets in 2007, which featured the alternative rock radio hit “Can’t Believe a Single Word”. Members of the band continue to expand their fan base by performing rockin’ DJ sets across the country, making a highly-anticipated stop in Millennium Park this summer.
Rafael Vargas, A New Face in Post-Racial Politics?
By Bob Marshall on July 27, 2010 | 1 Comment
Gozamos met with Rafael Vargas after he announced his candidacy for the alderman of the 43rd ward on July 22 in Lincoln Park.
A Chicagoan Paused in Boston
By Terry Carlton on July 27, 2010 | 2 Comments
A stop along my lifelong quest to visit every major city in the world, Boston has alot to offer. I stepped into Boston the same way I step into most places- with high hopes for the best and reserved expectations for the worst. A taste of what I found on my 4th trip to the East Coast goes a little something like this…
Pass on the Salt
By Luz Chavez on July 27, 2010 | 4 Comments
Don’t you hate it when the trailer is better than the movie?
