If you’re in chicago and able, I recommend donating at the Rauner center by UIC. The team there is great and super efficient, and afterwards you can stop in Fulton market for a $15 smoothie or something as a treat. You get that blood sugar going and you earned it! www.bbc.com/news/article...

Red Cross declares crisis over blood shortage in US for second time in history

Fewer donations and higher demand has seen a supply shortage worsen, the American Red Cross tells the BBC.

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I genuinely love that the City of Chicago owns multiple bounce houses for the sole purpose of bringing to block parties.

the pavement show at the salt shed last night was truly a who’s who of dudes I’ve shared practice spaces with over the years who haven’t really been in a band since Covid with the kids and all but, yeah, would totally love to get together and jam sometime.

summer colors

Brief rainbow over Lake Michigan

One of the most inspiring skeets I’ve yet seen

Raffi_RC@raffic.bsky.social · 3w ago

stay creative. after Baby Beluga (1980) 🐳, I didn’t worry about how I would top that.. just kept growing as a person and musically. 14 years later came Bananaphone! 🍌 and 32 years after that, Penny Penguin. 🐧

I'm playing music in front of people twice this weekend! It's a veritable DanOpalooza! - On Friday, I'm playing a few songs with my friend Mallory for a songwriter showcase at the Red Room in Bucktown. - On Saturday, I'll be be a mini-fest here in Logan Sq with my friends Dave and Mike. Come hang!

When life gives you a large basket…

Please enjoy this 65 minutes of footage taken at the Westinghouse foundries and factories in and around Pittsburgh in 1904. www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9ZS...

Westinghouse Works (1904) Feature version

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I've been reading "The Book of Daniel" by EL Doctorow, which uses a fictionalization of the Rosenberg trial to explore the persecution and downfall leftism in the '50s and '60s. It's remarkable how relevant and instructive it feels to the present moment.

Goldy@goldy.horsesass.org · last mo.

They're going to start rounding up and prosecuting American communists, and by "communists" I mean anybody who Trump declares to be a communist.

RESULT: New York Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar, who was known as an ally of former Mayor Eric Adams, has beenousted by David Orkin, a DSA-endorsed attorney who works at the immigrants' rights group Make the Road New York.

He did it!!!

I doubt any of my handful of BS followers live in Ridgewood, Ozone Park, or Woodhaven, Queens (AD-38). But maybe you know someone or are followed by someone who does! It'd be great if they all went out and voted for my amazing brother, David Orkin, in tomorrow's primary. GOTV! www.david4queens.com

David Orkin for Queens

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Ursula Le Guin wrote this in 1971.

my dad crocheted these

bucktown chicago alley, may 15 2026

This family in my neighborhood is facing unbelievable challenges at the hands of 🧊. Consider chipping in if you are able! gofund.me/23951e922

Donate to Support a School Family in Crisis, organized by Viviana Ortiz

A family from my school is facing an unimaginable challenge. Recently, the dad and eld… Viviana Ortiz needs your support for Support a School Family in Crisis

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Encountering this beautiful display of Clovis points at the Field museum this morning after reading the first chapter of @patrickwyman.bsky.social ‘s new book last night felt quite auspicious.

My brother David is running to represent his district (AD-38) in the New York State Assembly. David is has committed his life to justice as an activist and attorney, with a focus on the labor rights of immigrants and other marginalized communities. He will be an amazing advocate in the assembly. 1/7

Socialist David Orkin Aims to Unseat a Key Eric Adams Ally

Democratic socialist David Orkin is running for New York State Assembly in Queens, aiming to further bolster the left-wing stronghold and unseat a key ally of former mayor Eric Adams. Jacobin spoke to...

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I'm a Miranda and proud to be endorsed by progressive champion @cynthianixon.bsky.social ! Her run against Cuomo inspired many queer candidates like myself to have the courage to run against the establishment. Thank you Cynthia!

We've uncovered what might be the biggest case of petition fraud in NYC's history, and now I'm taking my opponent to court.

My brother's opponent in the NY State Assembly race is up to no good! www.instagram.com/p/DXPgvoQAtTF/

David Orkin on Instagram: "We've uncovered what might be the biggest case of petition fraud in NYC's history, and now I'm taking my opponent to court. Join our fight to protect the rights of AD38 vo...

373 likes, 27 comments - david4queens on April 17, 2026: "We've uncovered what might be the biggest case of petition fraud in NYC's history, and now I'm taking my opponent to court. Join our fight t...

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Fourth annual Grateful Dead night at the Red Room* is 4/18. Always a fun time! Come see if I alter one of the problematic lyrics or just go with it! www.instagram.com/p/DWmZCFTiShA/ *the very excellent DIY venue for grownups in Bucktown I play at sometimes.

The Red Room on Instagram: "4th annual ~ see you on 4/18"

76 likes, 0 comments - chicagoredroom on April 1, 2026: "4th annual ~ see you on 4/18".

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for no reason at all, here are 5 Chicago restaurants I think you should check out: 1. Loaf Lounge in Avondale Best-in-class breakfast sandwiches, A++ sourdough and pastries from extremely cool people. Their specials are also always fantastic and inventive!

for no reason at all, here are 5 Chicago restaurants I think you should check out: 1. Loaf Lounge in Avondale Best-in-class breakfast sandwiches, A++ sourdough and pastries from extremely cool people. Their specials are also always fantastic and inventive!

my favorite genre of painting is "lots of small people doing stuff"

The production team from The Bear dropping off pallets of clothing, food service stuff, and other props at The Parlor (a donation redistribution hub in Logan Square).

New tank puppy dropped!

If you need a pick me up today, listen to this new album by Wyatt Waddell (maybe the most talented music maker I know in Chicago and someone who should be famous) open.spotify.com/album/5sEuEM...

The Understudy

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Chicagoans: still have your Vote By Mail ballot? You have until 7:00pm on Election Day (March 17) to return it to ANY of 52 Secure Drop Boxes across the city! To find the most convenient location for you, go to: chicagoelections.gov/voting/drop-... 🗳