Today's windy weather has us thinking of kites and the tumultuous change of seasons. As if by fate, this showed up in our inbox: a photo project by local photographer Paul Octavious called, "Same Hill, Different Day," a beautiful collection of photos taken over the span of two years at Cricket Hill by Montrose Harbor. [via, h/t Anthonia] more ›

Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza is opening at the United Center tomorrow night, and if you happen to be downtown tomorrow you may glimpse the groups of street dancers, musicians, and performing artists – dressed in white – that will be moving throughout the Loop to promote the show. more ›

Chicago is home to the oldest competitive sport kite team in history. Go us! The Chicago Fire Kite Team has been around since 1986 and is a five-time American Kiteflier's Association's national champion in ballet and four-time champ in precision flying. Click aqui for video. more ›