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Attend Mindful Metropolis’s Carbon Nation Screening and Get a Free Copy of CiC!

Jason — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 23:16:49 +0000

On September 23, Mindful Metropolis will be hosting a reception and screening for Carbon Nation, a new film from Peter Byck about climate change solutions. And thanks to the generosity of my publisher, Lake Claremont Press, the first 100 people to buy tickets online will receive a FREE copy of Carless in Chicago! I’ll be on hand to sign copies and answer questions during the reception.

(There’s a small catch: to get your free copy, you’ll need to bring a used book to donate to Open Books, a local non-profit that runs literacy programs.)

Tickets are $15 (less than the cover price of the book) and can be purchased in advance online.

Chicago Tonight interview finally airing!

Jason — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 21:38:38 +0000

Broadcast delayed will not be broadcast denied. The interview I pretaped with Chicago Tonight back in June will finally air this evening! The show starts at 7PM on WTTW, Channel 11, and the segment should begin around 7:25 (that last bit is subject to change). I’ll update this post with the video once it’s available.

Update: Here it is:

Speaking tomorrow night at Break the Gridlock Event

Jason — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:35:55 +0000

Tomorrow night, Wednesday July 21, I’ll be giving a short talk and selling copies of the book at Break the Gridlock’s happy hour event, held at Quencher’s Saloon at Fullerton & Western. The event runs from 7-9, and my portion will be towards the beginning of the evening. I hope to see you there!

Active Transportation Alliance Membership Premiums

Jason — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:32:20 +0000

I’m proud to announce that the good folks at the Active Transportation Alliance have begun offering copies of Carless in Chicago as membership premiums for anyone joining at the ‘Ascender’ level or above. ActiveTrans does really important work for Chicagoland, so I urge you to join. (Harking back to their origins as the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation, all members also get copies of their recently updated and indispensable Chicagoland Bike Map, now in its fifth edition.

Chicago Tonight appearance on Monday, June 21!

Jason — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 21:36:45 +0000

This coming Monday, I’ll be on Chicago Tonight to talk about the book. The show starts at 7PM CT and is broadcast on WTTW, Chicago’s public television station (traditionally Channel 11, but possibly different depending on the cable/satellite provider). I’ll post an update if I get any information about the precise interview time, and will post a link to the archived video when it’s available.

UPDATE: Apologies to anyone who tuned in tonight! I taped today, but Chicago Tonight changed their schedule around and will air the segment later this week. I’ll put up a new post as soon as I know when.

Lit Fest appearances

Jason — Fri, 28 May 2010 19:39:58 +0000

I’ll be on hand to chat with readers and sign books at the annual Printer’s Row Lit Fest, taking place Saturday and Sunday, June 12-13. I’ll be in the Lake Claremont Press booth from 12-2pm on Saturday and 10am-12pm on Sunday. Come by and say hello!

Bike the Drive this weekend!

Jason — Fri, 28 May 2010 19:32:30 +0000

Sadly, I won’t be able to participate this year due to a pending move, but the annual Bike the Drive event is this Sunday! Take advantage of a Lake Shore Drive completely closed to automobile traffic and opened to cyclists both north and southbound. Learn more and register at bikethedrive.org.

Interview on the Nick Digilio Show tonight!

Jason — Sat, 15 May 2010 23:56:33 +0000

I’ll be interviewed about Carless in Chicago on tonight’s Nick Digilio Show on WGN Radio! Tune it at 10PM on AM 720 or at the WGN Radio web site. (The segment will start at about 10:06.)

UPDATE: Interview on The Nick Digilio Show podcast.

Available Now!

Jason — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:01:05 +0000

Carless in Chicago is starting to trickle into bookstores. In the next couple days, it should show up at 57th Street Books, Seminary Co-Op Bookstore, the Bookstall at Chestnut Court, and the Chicago Architecture Foundation gift shop. Soon, it should be available at other local independents, local chain stores and at Amazon. But you can also order a signed copy from me today! Just click the Buy Now button on the left sidebar or on the Where to Buy page. Indicate in the comments field if you’d like your copy personalized. Thanks!

Finally!

Jason — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:54:09 +0000

I’m pleased to announce that after some unforeseen publishing delays, copies of Carless in Chicago will start to be delivered to Lake Claremont Press tomorrow and should be available shortly after that. I’ve been keeping this blog semi-dormant while waiting, but check back regularly for more updates, extra content, and Carless-related commentary. Thanks to everyone for your patience and support!