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October 27, 2022

South Shore: Beaches, Bungalows, and Obama

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South Shore: Beaches, Bungalows, and Obama

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The South Shore neighborhood is home to beautiful beaches, amazing architecture, and an ornate ballroom where the Obamas had their wedding reception. But despite these sights, writer and longtime South Shore resident Evan Moore says the neighborhood doesn’t get the recognition and investment it deserves. He tells host Jacoby Cochran about some of his favorite things to eat, see, and do in South Shore.


Places discussed:

63rd Street Beach

Stony Island Arts Bank

South Shore Cultural Center

Rainbow Beach

Jackson Park Highlands

Local Market Foods

Avalon Regal Theatre

L&G Family Restaurant

Slab BBQ

South Shore Brew

Italian Fiesta

“New Frontier, Same Old 9” Mural

Surf’s Up


For more on South Shore, go back and listen to our episodes about the Avalon Regal Theater and the Obama presidential center.


Plus check out South Shore events this weekend, from music at the cultural center and the Quarry to Halloween festivities.


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