Food Co-op ready to sprout

We are closing in on completion of the Dill Pickle Food Co-op.  Drywall has been hung, ductwork is in, reclaimed glass doors are installed, and painting to be completed this week.  Storefront window and door are scheduled for delivery next week.  Latest photos after the jump.  New to moss’ food initiative?  Read more here and…

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moss on WBEZ, 91.5FM

In case you missed our interview on this morning’s 848 with Allison Cuddy, here is the audio More press on us here: WBEZ blog (with video), Gapers Block, Timeout Chicago

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moss on public radio, 89.5FM (UPDATED with audio)

I will be interviewed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 16 at 11:00a-11:45a to discuss our PARK(ing) Day project and other sustainable design work on Vocalo Public Radio, 89.5FM in Chicago.  You can catch it on the airwaves at 89.5 in Chicago or online at vocalo.org.  We will post the audio to our site if you miss it.…

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PARK(ing) Day 2009: Renting Public Space

This PARK(ing) Day, we consider what could happen if the streets weren’t just unitaskers for cars. Chicago contains roughly 8,000 miles of surface roads, amounting to 77,575 acres of pavement dedicated to the driving and parking of automobiles.  Automotive real estates further balloons when you consider the private parking lots, garages, and alleys. Comparatively, Chicago…

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