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Who to Support in Chicago This International Women’s Day
While at Read & Run Chicago we celebrate women’s stories today and everyday, here are a few places related to our programming to tangibly support women, non-binary, and trans people in Chicago this International Women’s Day.
Where to Read Mia P. Manansala’s Murder Mysteries—and What to Eat While You’re There
Read & Run Chicago volunteer Leslie Hiquiana rounds up some of the best Filipino restaurants and cafes in Chicago—and which Mia P. Manansala mystery to read while your’e there.
Best Places to Read in Chicago This Winter
From Chicago Public Library’s crown jewel to dive bars, here are the Chicago bookish community’s list of coziest places to read in Chicago this winter.
We Spoke to Ann Napolitano. Here’s What We Learned.
In June 2024, we hosted a virtual Q&A with NYT Bestselling Author Ann Napolitano. Here’s what we learned about her.
Run a Self-Guided Route: Gaybash by David Jay Collins
After reading the book, lace up your shoes and head to the Addison Red Line Statio~3.2-mile route inspired by David Jay Collins’s Gaybash.
Run a Self-Guided Route: The Battle of Lincoln Park by Daniel Kay Hertz
Bring Daniel Kay Hertz’s The Battle of Lincoln Park to life on this 4-mile self-guided route hitting all of the most important historical locations in the making of one of Chicago’s wealthiest neighborhoods.
Fitness and Friendship: How Four Women Maintain Their Love of Fitness and Support Each Other
Read & Run Chicago’s February 2023 reader(s) and runner(s) of the month are an inspiring example of maintaining a love of friendship and fitness.