Indian tree worship, Greek independence, Chicago water prices, and South American ecosystems, all coming to you this week.
Posts by Joel Gillespie:
The Other Other Guys’ malignant humor
The Chicago sketch-comedy troupe comes to the U of I for Saturday's Malignant Humor festival at the Union.
They are trying to break your heart
JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound play at the Highdive on Friday.
Prine shines
John Prine's voice and body showed their 65 years at the Virginia on Friday night, but he still managed to put on a great show.
Listen Up: April 16–22
Tons of Earth Week events, plus a Bolivian anarchist, on tap around town this week.
Make time for Mini Maker Faire on Saturday
The UC Mini Maker Faire will be going on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the U-C Independent Media Center, with 23 different interactive exhibits.
The key to escape reality
Legendary singer-songwriter John Prine comes to the Virginia Theatre on Friday night.
The I.D.E.A. Store Hosts Spring DIY Bazaar April 20-21
‘Persephone’s Treasures’ Don’t miss spring DIY bazaar April 20-21 This year, Persephone, the Greek goddess of spring, has returned to Central Illinois earlier than ever – dotting the landscape with a lovely and welcome abundance …
Manhattan paper carries water for Weber
Illini blogger Robert on A Lion Eye posted an insightful article yesterday, taking Bruce Weber (and his apologists in the coaching and media community) to task for comments in an article in the Manhattan Mercury. The …
Listen Up: April 9–15
A panel discussion on the Arab Spring, photos of rare plants, urban sustainability, religion and the common good, and fighting recession — all this week.