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⚛️ What even is quantum computing?
January 6, 2025 · —Sidney Madden
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What's CITY Talking About?
Megadevelopment Moving at Quantum Speed
Construction could begin as early as next month to transform the former U.S. Steel site in South Chicago into a world-class quantum computing hub. But how do neighbors feel about the megadvelopment on the Southeast Side? And what is quantum computing anyway? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Semicolon Books Shutting Down
Owner Danielle Mullen announced Friday the popular Black-owned bookstore will close its Magnificent Mile and West Town locations after a slow holiday season and business decisions that were not “financially sound.” The West Town spot will stay open through Independent Bookstore Day in April. [The Triibe]
Derrick Rose’s Big Chicago Weekend
The former Bulls star returned to the United Center Saturday to celebrate his retirement. It was a big weekend for Rose: He found out the team will retire his jersey next season, hosted a flower shop pop-up, and played an exhibition game with his son at his alma mater Simeon. [Tribune 🎁]
Where to Find Rosca de Reyes for Three Kings Day
See if you can score the crown-shaped sweet bread for the Catholic holiday at bakeries from Hermosa to Little Village to West Lawn. [Eater]
South Chicago Couple First to Wed in 2025
Aisha Buford-Morrison and Terrell Johnson won Cook County’s first marriage license of the year after entering the lottery with about 200 other couples. [WBEZ]
What To Do
Monday, Jan. 6
- Winter Mammals Drop-In ❄️ Willow Springs | 11 a.m. to Noon | Free
- BYOB Ceramic Cactus Class 🌵 Pilsen | 5–7 p.m. | $20
- Bullet Journaling Craft 📓 Bucktown | 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Free
- Advanced Yu-Gi-Oh! Formats 🐲 Dunning | 6:45 p.m. | $5 entry
Tuesday, Jan. 7
- Silver Skates (6+) ⛸️ Hyde Park | 5–7:30 p.m. | Free
- Tuesday Funk (21+) 📖 Andersonville | 7 p.m. | Free entry
- The Humboldt Jungle Show (21+) 🎙️ Old Town | 7 p.m. | $25
- Stretch Class 🤸 South Loop | 7 p.m. | $20
- Chicago Scandals: Unforgivable Frank Lloyd Wright 👀 Lincoln Park | 7–9 p.m. | Free
Cheers to the first Monday of the year 🥳
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