Despite a day full or apocalyptic weather in Chicago that continued right up until the start of our set, the clouds parted for our Downtown Hoe-Down tonight. The band scheduled immediately before us had their set rained out, and ours was nearly canceled as well. But the rain stopped and, within a few minutes, stars were visible above Daley Plaza. Annie Coleman and our ringers got folks moving, and, pretty soon, the plaza was packed with dancers.

Thanks to all who came out and danced, as well as to all the good folks who put Looptopia together & kept it running through some very difficult conditions.