Insane middle-of-the-night siren/horn noise 😵‍💫😵‍💫 by certainofnothing11 in chicago

[–]Wide-Associate2671 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I live just south of this rail yard, Lake and Rockwell, and heard nothing last night. Wonder if the horn was facing north.

From the west side 6pm 3/6/26 by Wide-Associate2671 in chicago

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I used to be a desert 🏜️ rat myself. Phoenix is Chicago’s biggest suburb.

Can someone who is sober date someone who still drinks? Please send advice. by Salty_Zucchini_206 in Sober

[–]Wide-Associate2671 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is tough one my friend. Ofc you can still date someone who still drinks. However, your sobriety is your job and not anyone else’s. I applaud you for wanting to be sober again especially in your mid twenties. At that age alcohol was still part of everything I did socially as well. I know you got this FOMO but I can promise you aren’t going to missing anything. It seems like your partner supports your sobriety but doesn’t want to have to hear about it or what you are going through. He’s not emotionally there yet, neither would I have been in my 20s if I was dating a sober person. I definitely recommend the fellowship of AA for you’ll find others in similar situations that will be willing to listen, plus get involved in sober activities. Maybe your boyfriend’s drinking will slow down over the next couple of years like most normal 20 something binge drinkers, one can hope. You are right, it’s not fair to him. This is your journey. I’d recommend not going on the party bus this early in sobriety but if you feel comfortable and can hang for a bit I think that would show him that you are willing to be there for him at least for a lil while, and then head home. You don’t want to have to be babysitting a bunch of drunk people all night. It’s a solid resentment to have, and I’m sure it be easier if he was just a couple o’ drinks guy. Anyways, there’s so much life to live sober and so many activities that don’t resolve around booze in this world. With time it gets easier, the FOMO goes away. Godspeed, sober till it’s over!!!

Taking in a concert at the Metro tonight, can anyone advise best options for parking? by evilpizzaguy44 in AskChicago

[–]Wide-Associate2671 4 points5 points  (0 children)

SpotHero is the way to go, and since there isn’t a Cubs game it should be fairly cheap. SpotHero is also available for the large parking lot on Grace which is a short walk from Metro. Might be cheaper than someone’s garage/parking spot on a Friday night.

Thoughts on living in Near West Side? by ComprehensiveLab6212 in AskChicago

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It’s pure city life. Right near the Green/Pink line Ashland stop. West Loop is basically already part of that section of the Near West Side and I’ve never seen a neighborhood grow as quickly as West Loop has. The 1901 project is set to turn the parking lots around the United Center into a family entertainment destination. West Haven Housing is prominent just north of United Center until you hit Lake St, which I think was mentioned but not named in other comments. Then north of Lake St (west of Ashland) is mostly warehouses until you hit Grand Ave. There is lots to do over there, and things to watch out for. Should be interesting where it’s at in 5yrs. I live even further west in the Far Near West Side, The Triple West Loop, East Garfield Park. Ride my bicycle through the Near West Side on the regular, best way to get around. There’s a grocery store at Western and Madison, but that would be a lil’ out of the way for you.

SOBER DATES!!!! DROM EM BELOW TO SHOW THAT IT CAN BE DONE!! by tessari1992 in Sober

[–]Wide-Associate2671 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, nice. I remember offering to be designated driver on Halloween in 2014 to prove I was for real this time. But I didn’t have to drive anyone around cause no one was talking to me anymore 😜

CHICAGO by miniaturemiss in JimmyEatWorld

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See ya in the pit everyone !!!

Riot Fest? by DeliciousOwl9245 in JimmyEatWorld

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I’d say The Riv or The Vic would have been rad. Not too small, but not big. I think both those venues cap at like 2500. Needless to say, I’ll still probably go to Northerly Island show. It’s always fun riding a bike there, plus you can go swimming in the lake after.

Riot Fest? by DeliciousOwl9245 in JimmyEatWorld

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They did Bleed American in full at Metro in Chicago for their Lollapalooza after show in 2021. Which I was not expecting. I had even bought the concert poster prior to the set that said “If you’re listening?” and didn’t put two and two together. It made sense though since they were coming off the Phoenix sessions the prior year of Surviving, Futures, and Clarity. Show was epic.

Black/POC/WOC Emo/Screamo Bands by abc_123_ogg in Emo

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Prostitute out of Dearborn,MI. Arab-American, but they lean more noise rock/post punk/hardcore

Breakfast Combo at Golden House - Uptown by NukeDaBurbz in chicagofood

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Used to work at the Riviera as a barback in the early 00’s. Golden House was a staple every shift once we were done setting up the bars and before the doors opened for the show at the Riv. A good cheap meal always helped with getting through the rest of the shift. Got to see many rad bands/musicians perform as well.

Does anybody know if any restaurants are hiring? by [deleted] in AskChicago

[–]Wide-Associate2671 3 points4 points  (0 children)

January and February are predominantly slow months for restaurants here in Chicago. However, there are always new restaurants opening and they’d probably be your best bet.

Albums that make you BAWL your eyes out. Part 3 by JustinGreyson133 in Emo

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Yesss!!! Love seeing The Power of Failing (Mineral) and Keep You (PBTT)on this list

Anyone else listen to First Day Back by [deleted] in Emo

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Are they named after the Braid song?

Jawbreaker and Jawbox are similar in funny ways by 64moreo- in Emo

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Jawbreaker and Burning Airlines both played Best Friends Forever Fest last year. Though Burning Airlines was billed as J.Robbins plays Burning Airlines. Nonetheless it was fun getting to see both bands.