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Watch312.com: Chicago's FIRST Online Network Showcasing the Best of the Windy City!

Thursday marks the launch of Watch312.com, a website featuring original programming about Chicago and for Chicago–from dining, social events, trends and technology to pet care and baking. There is something for everyone in this unique online resource to all things Windy City! I am proud to be a host (“Candid Candace Chicago”) along with Amanda... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
January 25, 2012 at 5:29 pm

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One Night Only at the DuSable Museum: "Something About Oscar Brown, Jr."

“The Great GOD-send moment that changed my life was meeting Oscar Brown, Jr. in August 1985! I studied with Oscar in his Hyde Park apartment in Fall ’85 and Spring ’86 hoping to be admitted to the Yale School of Drama. The hip audition we developed didn’t work because it was misunderstood, which was often the case... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
January 21, 2012 at 5:29 pm

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The Joffrey Ballet Auxiliary Board Presents "Pointe of Departure"

The Auxiliary Board of The Joffrey Ballet presents their second annual Pointe of Departure event on Thursday, January 26th from 6 – 9 p.m., at a NEW venue this year, Venue Six/10 at the Spertus Institute, located at 610 S. Michigan Ave. Joffrey dancers including Temur Suluashvili and Matthew Adamczyk will again be contributing amazing... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
January 21, 2012 at 5:07 pm

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Candid Candace Discusses Playboy's Move with CBS 2's Pam Jones

I am saddened to learn that Playboy will be moving their offices to LA. Sad but not surprised. This move has been in the works, albeit on the QT, for quite a while. Actually, I was surprised that they didn’t move when Hef did many years ago, so I guess they’ve been on borrowed time... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
December 17, 2011 at 7:42 pm

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My Number One Holiday Gift Choice for Cubs Fans!

I am happy to say our fearless leader on Chicago Now, Jimmy Greenfield has written a book! It is, in my opinion, the perfect gift for Cubs fans! Jimmy has been a longtime Cub’s fan….one could say fanatic, so as I delved deeper into the book’s description, I find out that this 300 page book... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
December 8, 2011 at 3:12 pm

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"Candid Candace Chicago" on Watch312.com: PAWS Fur Ball Video

If you live in Chicago, I am sure you’ve heard of PAWS (Pets are Worth Saving)! They do God’s work everyday rescuing pets from shelters and animal control 5 days a week. Their biggest yearly fundraiser is the Fur Ball where the black tie clad crowd opens their hearts and wallets for this wonderful cause. ... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
November 22, 2011 at 9:06 am

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Was Anyone as Appalled by This Photo as I Was?

This image appeared in the Sun-Times Saturday and shows a 2 year old child being placed on the back of an alligator during a reptile presentation by the Discovery Channel at Tinley Park High School on Friday. Hellooooo!!! If that alligator isn’t stuffed or plastic, then I see NO reason why a small child would... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
October 10, 2011 at 11:00 am

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It's All About Chicago Connections as Dennis Farina Leads an All-Star Cast to Open the 47th Chicago International Film Festival!

It was a family reunion of sorts for many Chicago actors as they gathered on the Red Carpet for the Opening Night of the 47th Chicago International Film Festival at the Harris Theatre. Writer/director, Joe Maggio, debuted his latest film (shot on Chicago’s West side), “The Last Rites of Joe May,” starring local actor and... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
October 8, 2011 at 8:15 pm

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Martin Sheen Calls Chicago a City of "Big Hearts" as he Receives Film Fest Honor

Actor Martin Sheen came to town recently to accept a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 47th Chicago International Film Festival’s Summer Gala. He was accompanied by son, Emilio Estevez, who wrote, directed and co-starred in their latest film , “The Way.“ Film Fest Founder and Artistic Director, Michael Kutza, presented the Silver Hugo to Sheen... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
August 23, 2011 at 2:17 pm

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Larry King Loves Chicago!

I’ve always admired legendary talk show host, Larry King, but never more so than when I was able to ride along in his limo on the way to Wrigley Field where he threw out the first pitch at the Cubs/Cardinals game this week. Larry was in town being feted by gorgeous author/socialite, Sugar Rautbord, on... Read more »

By Candace Jordan,
August 23, 2011 at 11:11 am

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