CLIMATE ACTION l Chicago Climate Week, to be held July 18-25, is a collaboration of groups, government agencies & individuals seeking a sustainable environment...

GRATITUDE TO CHICAGO l June 29 is the 15th anniversary of the day the author became a Chicagoan. The article pays thanks to all working to build a better food system

FARMERS MARKETS l Can you name the internationally known Picasso sculpture in the middle of Chicago's Daley Plaza Farmers Market? Hint: It's a trick question...

URBAN FARMING l Just Roots Farm, a non-profit on Chicago's South Side that expands food access for local residents, is holding its annual Farm Kickoff event June 6

FARMERS MARKETS l Memorial Day weekend is often described as the unofficial start of Chicago's outdoor summer season. On this May 23, it felt a bit more like April

FARMERS MARKETS l The two biggest farmers markets in downtown Chicago are opening the week of May 17 — and they both have strong connections to the world of art...

FOOD CO-OPS l The Chicago Market co-op project has faced many bumps in the road since its launch in 2013. But a step forward in its financing efforts is noteworthy..

NATURE l Our view from our 30th floor Lakeview apartment inspires all the time. When a brilliant rainbow drops right in front of the window, its a memory maker.

NATURE l We're well into baseball season and the farmers market season is picking up. But the arrival of this year's goslings makes spring feel even more official...

FARMERS MARKETS l The Lincoln Park Farmers Market is been a pillar of Chicago's local food community. Complications from a relocation have spawned a fundraiser...