Ayear ago I addressed you from Washington D.C. where I marched in the First Women’s March. As I write this letter I’m relishing the 2nd Women’s March as it overflows the streets of America and beyond! The women of #Me too are declaring, together with their families and friends, that #TIMESUP for any more delays in bringing equity to the streets, neighborhoods and workplaces of our country, and to our political life.
As immigration galvanizes our public discourse, Chicago’s historic Halsted Street Market stands as a beacon highlighting the efforts of the wave of immigrants who, in the early decades of the last century, brought about economic and political progress to our city and to the whole country.
In this issue of Felix we hope you’ll take notice of our article about how the Renaissance of today’s Halsted Street Market is being fulfilled by today’s Latino immigrants. Actress
Marisol Nichols of CW’s Riverdale graces our cover. Inside you’ll find interviews with Nichols, actors Kenny Leu and Nick Marini and actress Chandler Kinney. Our article about the new book “Georgia O’Keefe At Home” is accompanied by images of her paintings courtesy of The Georgia O’Keefe Museum. Also featured is an article about the Neon Artistry of artist Lindsey Liss. On our Felix Bookshelf you’ll find an arresting, original short story about Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and a guy named Nick by author Glen Grant, illustrated by artist Kendra Parker. ENJOY!
With regard,
Elaine Madsen Editor-in-Chief
Creative Credits
- Written by
- Elaine Madsen
- Photography
- Alissa Pagels
