One month of 2017 is officially on the book.
On 30 days’ evidence, safe to say it’s going to be an eventful year
Below you’ll find 21 ‘Grams, our compendium of the month that was, as told by 21 of our favorite social media-savvy shutterbugs.
Buckle up. We’re just getting started.
Because star-gazing ain’t a bad way to start off the New Year.
Because we don’t care what anyone says: Chicago is pretty all year round.
Because you showed up.
Because ♫ this is what democracy looks like! ♫
Because until we meet again.
Because we can’t wait to see what’s next.
Because you never thought you’d see this, did ya?
Because this year’s Cub’s Convention was one for the books.
Because pro tip: SUP in the winter and you get Lake Michigan all to yourself.
Because when Taylor Stitch and Heritage Bicycles get together, you get handsome.
Because Wilmot Mountain spruced the place up a bit, and you should go.
Because something fancy is afoot in West Town.
Because winter never stopped us from going to a music festival.
Because there are legends, then there’s Buddy Guy.
Because nothing warms the soul like Carolina Gold rice and Yellowtail sashimi.
Because here’s to celebrating the city’s unsung artists.
Because this Loop building is worth saving.
Because you thought your month was bad? The Bulls imploded on Instagram.
Because President Trump’s first week sure was interesting.
Because this is Chicago: the city of big shoulders and open arms.
Because we’ll take rain over a #PolarVortex any day.
Main Photo: Darren Hauck/Getty Images
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