21 ‘Grams: March

The best photos from the month that was

By The Editors
March 31, 2017 9:00 am EDT

Everyone knows Chicago is a toddlin’ town. But it’s also a picturesque one, as far as toddlin’ towns go.

With that in mind, we bring you 21 ’Grams, a review of the month that was in our fair city, as told by 21 of our favorite media-savvy photographers.

Because taking the plunge is half the journey. 

#chiditarod

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Because you’ve never seen a food drive like this before. 

Another parade day, another year with bae #vscocam #vsco #guinness #chicagoirish #southside

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Because green beer is for the kids.

Because after all these years, green rivers are still a sight to see …

… and because they’re just at beautiful at night. 

James Britt “Political Pleasure”, digital prints, at the Hyde Park Art Center

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Because here’s to the future of the Barack Obama Presidential Center

Welcome to Chicago. #snowday

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Because c’mon, you thought winter would go off quietly?

Because Chicago was a beautiful snow globe. 

Because thank you Theo. 

Because the Wildcats made the Tournament for the first time. 

chicagohenge tonight #shotoniphone7plus

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Because with the Spring Equinox comes #Chicagohenge.

Because Chance told Rauner to “take our kids off the table.”

Because you all bought cookies for a cause. 

Because the country’s best tatto artists descended on the city.

My first new @burtsplace #pizza, my story has all details (how to order) @chicagotribune www.trib.in/2msV2zE

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Because Burt’s Place is back, and all is right in the world. 

The only place where you become the bartender. #tapster #chicago #wickerpark #beer #bartender #travelgram

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Because sometimes you want to be your own bartender. 

Our Austin Herringbone Plaid, put in good company by @jeffdepano #stockmfgco #madeinchicago

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Because new seasons calls for new threads. 

Because winter never stopped us from a good block party. 

Only fitting that I’m about to fly to Seattle! The new #amazonbooks store is my new favorite neighborhood gem

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Because Amazon Bookstore is here. 

Because RIP to the Chicago Bulls architect. 

And RIP to a Chess Records and rock n’ roll legend

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