The Glass Menagerie

This is something that looks like a lot of fun. It's organized by some really creative and interesting people. By all accounts it has the potential to be a truly memorable night. But... unfortunately, the elements fail to line up and time after time and special events put on at Back to the Grind or The Menagerie (downtown Riverside's choice coffee shop and bar) are unable to live up to the hype.

Partly, any event can be enjoyable and worthwhile depending on the attitude you go into it with and the people you choose to surround yourself with. And thus, I've given many Downtown Riverside events a shot. I don't regret any of them, I just wish they had met my expectations and found their niche.

Good things about Chicago: As a large, bustling city, there is a built-in audience for almost anything, and a variety of interesting events to take part in on an almost nightly basis.