Just the Tip offers smart and compassionate sex and relationship advice from queer non-monogamous kinkster Jera Brown. Send questions to jera@jerabrown.com or DM Jera on Twitter @thejerabrown. My partner just decided to start taking testosterone and transitioning. How do I best support them and know what to expect? When one of my partners started this process, […]
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The Healing Touch of Massage Envy
I’ve seen Massage Envy storefronts all over Chicago and had never walked into one until I visited the location in Niles at Village Crossing. Walking in, the ambiance was tranquil, and Nicolletta and Marissa greeted me with a professional demeanor. You can either purchase a stand-alone massage (or other treatment) or become a Massage Envy […]
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Loyola’s Women and Leadership Archives Captures Chicago’s History of Activism
In May of 1970, a Black students’ association for a small all-women’s college in Chicago issued a set of demands. They demanded the recruitment of more minority students with sufficient scholarships and financial aid; the firing of prejudiced instructors and administrators and a commitment to not hire others; and higher wages and working conditions for […]
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Feminist Parenting: Dress Like a Girl
It was lonely up there. That perch, way up on the moral high ground. That seat from which I was convinced I was being a good feminist parent. No daughter of mine will ever wear pink, I said. And sparkles? No way! She’ll wear her brother’s hand-me-downs, and she’ll love it. Here was my chance […]
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Chi-Town Comedy Chat: Rebecca O’Neal is the Host with the Most
Rebecca O’Neal may just be the busiest person in Chicago. Along with hosting ongoing shows at Cole’s Bar and Laugh Factory, she also performs at least one stand-up set every single night of the week. On top of all this, she hosts WCIU’s new showcase “Chicago’s One Night Stand-Up,” which features the city’s top comics […]
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Rebellious 3.0: LimeRed to the Rescue!
Welcome to Rebellious 3.0: LimeRed to the Rescue*! Right? I can’t get over how good we look either! And it’s all thanks to the inspired & inspiring artists, magicians, UX masters and practitioners of all-around bad-assery at LimeRed Studio. I can’t say enough about how grateful I am to them for our new look. And […]
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Beyond Classic with STĪL
In 2012, Stela and Ilva opened their Gold Coast salon & spa STĪL after the word for style in Albanian and as a combination of the first two letters of their names. They’ve been creating style for clients ever since. On my recent visit to STĪL, I had the Classic European Facial, and it repaired […]
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‘Here We Are’: The Feminist Book You Wish You’d Had Growing Up
“Here We Are: 44 Voices Write, Draw, and Speak about Feminism for the Real World” is the book you wish you’d had as a teenager. What questions were you asking? What questions did you not even realize you had? Do I need a nose job? Does my voice matter? “Here We Are” offers feminist perspectives […]
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‘A Wonder In My Soul:’ A World Premiere Play Set For Success
With a rousing speech, Viola Davis accepted the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in the film “Fences,” adapted from August Wilson’s 1987 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play. Of course, the role of Rose wasn’t new to the actress since she performed it on the Broadway stage with co-star Denzel Washington during a record-breaking […]
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After 25 Years, TDC’s Melissa Thodos Will Dance To A New Tune
Melissa Thodos, founder and artistic director of Thodos Dance Chicago (TDC), has a lot to look forward to. This year marks a milestone 25 years for her dance company, which will celebrate with a performance on March 11 at the Auditorium Theatre. “Some of the world’s most renowned artists and companies have graced the Auditorium […]