The Twin Cities are truly a magical place. That was a message that resonated throughout Saturday at Surly Brewing's annual Darkness Day. Not only was it a celebration of this amazing brewery's dark beer (dubbed "Darkness"), but it was a... Continue Reading →
The last day of Riot Fest is always the hardest, and this year, the 20th anniversary of this festival, was no different. It's hard for many reasons. The first is because, by day three, my body is giving in to... Continue Reading →
Here I am, in Chicago, at an Airbnb located upstairs from a funeral parlor (not kidding, and yes, it's awesome), looking back on day one of this massive festival. I'm tired. My dogs are a-barking and I'm already working on... Continue Reading →
Vegas is a very overwhelming kind of spot. From the lights to the sounds and all the way to the smells, there's just so much going on here and it's easy to get blinded by the lights both literally and... Continue Reading →
Thanks to the three cats I left behind for the weekend, my house is a mess. Although frustrated, I didn't do anything about it, dropped my bags at the door, and instantly crashed into the couch. I passed out for... Continue Reading →
Well, that's a wrap on day two of Punk Rock Bowling in sunny Las Vegas, Nevada. I still haven't gotten sunburnt, which, in all honesty, is super surprising. I still have a couple of dollars left in my bank account, and I can still walk. All in all,... Continue Reading →
While a bunch of my friends headed north to lakes for Memorial Day weekend, two friends and I hopped on a flight out to sunny Las Vegas. No, we aren't just here for the gambling (although that is definitely happening, and I'm... Continue Reading →
It's the middle of September-- you know what that means-- Riot Fest! Easily my favorite weekend of the year watching some of the best music on the planet with the best friends that anyone could ask for. I know that... Continue Reading →
Well, it's over. I'm both relieved but oh so bummed that in just a little bit, I will be loading up my car and leaving Chicago. Riot Fest went out with a bang and Sunday ended up being the cherry... Continue Reading →