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Old 12-02-2008, 04:19 PM
 
Location: Hays, Kansas.
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Hello.

I am a 22 year old male deciding on a new city [currently residing in Kansas]. I am a artist/musician/creative type and I'm in the need of advice for where I should go to pursue my interests. I'm looking for somewhere that is considered a city. [At least 150,000 residents] And has good public transportation. Any suggestions in Illinois or anywhere else??


Thanks for your help.

Always,
Love.
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Old 12-02-2008, 05:13 PM
 
Location: Not where you ever lived
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I think Peoria would probably satisfy your needs. Its cultural, progressive, good public transportation. There are some awesome artists and juried showings here as well as history and scenic opportunitiesl The politics and religion are very diverse, You can find upscale shopping, downtown jazz, an awesome park system, but it probably isn't 150k. You might check out the Peoria Journa; and the Canton Ledger to get a feel for the area, and also google the Peoria Park District.
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Old 12-02-2008, 05:15 PM
 
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well i guess i'll point out the elephant in the room....

Chicago?
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Old 12-06-2008, 09:47 AM
 
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We lived for awhile in Evanston, IL (north shore Chicago suburb). It's an artistic community, and with Northwestern U, there's a significant younger population.
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Old 12-06-2008, 03:46 PM
 
Location: Lincoln Park
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oak park?
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Old 12-07-2008, 07:17 AM
 
Location: Illinois, happily.
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Hyde Park and Beverly have positive auras.
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Old 12-07-2008, 11:37 PM
 
Location: Chicago
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Hyde Park and Beverly have positive auras.
Just so you know "always.love" Hyde Park and Beverly are neighborhoods in Chicago.
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