u/AwayAdvantage5192

Hi everyone! I’ve been singing since I was eight, starting with Farsi pop, and I’ve since grown into jazz and ballads as well, think Adele’s “Skyfall”or Sam Smith. I’ve had about three years of classical voice training and recently did my first live performance, so I’m still fairly new to performing, though singing itself has been part of my life for a long time. Sight reading is something I’m working towards.

I’d love to meet people nearby who want to practice together and build some real musical friendships along the way. I’m also genuinely interested in exploring Middle Eastern music (Arabic, Turkish, Farsi) with anyone who enjoys it, alongside more familiar English pop and jazz.

If you play guitar, piano, or bass, and looking to practice towards a small open mic performance – this could be the thing.

There’s no pressure and nothing formal to start. My rough idea is:

Share a few recordings back and forth to get a feel for each other’s style

Pick a song or two and practice on our own for a bit at first

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meet up in person, maybe in someone’s living room, to sing and play together

If it feels right, work toward performing at an open mic together down the line

All levels are welcome, especially if you’re a beginner or just haven’t played with others in a while. This is really about building community and connection through music, as much as it is about the music itself.

Feel free to comment or send me a message if this sounds like your kind of thing!

I’m looking for a roommate for a large 2BR/2BA (\~1000-1100 sq) apartment in Lakeview East.

**Rent:** $1650–$1750/person (will confirm exact amount in the coming days)

About me: 33F, academic. I’m clean, quiet, respectful of shared spaces, and conscientious. No pets. I enjoy reading, going to coffee shops, and occasionally cooking for friends. I love the outdoors: biking in the summer, long walks, and time by the lake.

**About you:** I’m looking to build an intentional co-living space. If you’re mature, open-minded, have lived in or with people from other cultures, communicate openly, respect shared spaces, and stay organized, we’ll get along well. Ideally, someone in their mid-20s to mid-30s who is also on a hybrid work schedule.

**About the space:**
Loft-style apartment with kitchen, living room, 2BR/1BA downstairs

Large shared loft space (co-working/reading nook/guest space)

Second bathroom

Internet and water included

Washer/dryer in unit, dishwasher

Large balcony with open views

Central AC and heating

Secure bike rack

**Things to consider:** 4th floor walk-up, no elevator. The building is on the older side. Also, please include“Ruby” in your message so I know you’ve read the details.

**About the location:** Well located close to the 22 and 36 bus lines, Brown and Red line trains, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and Jewel-Osco. Nearby coffee shops include Intelligentsia and Collectivo. Minutes from Belmont Harbor and the lake.

Happy to chat more.

Looking for a roommate starting October 1st Vintage Loft in Lakeview East

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for a roommate for a large 2BR/2BA (~1000-1100 sf) apartment in Lakeview East.

Rent: $1650–$1750/person (will confirm exact amount in the coming days)

About you: I’m looking to build an intentional co-living space. If you’re mature, open-minded, have lived in or with people from other cultures, communicate openly, respect shared spaces, and stay organized, we’ll get along well. Ideally, someone in their mid-20s to mid-30s who is also on a hybrid work schedule.

About the space:
Loft-style apartment with kitchen, living room, 2BR/1BA downstairs

Large shared loft space (co-working/reading nook/guest space)

Second bathroom

Internet and water included

Washer/dryer in unit, dishwasher

Large balcony with open views

Central AC and heating

Secure bike rack

Things to consider: 4th floor walk-up, no elevator. The building is on the older side. Also, please include“Ruby” in your message so I know you’ve read the details.

About the location: Well located close to the 22 and 36 bus lines, Brown and Red line trains, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and Jewel-Osco. Nearby coffee shops include Intelligentsia and Collectivo. Minutes from Belmont Harbor and the lake.

Happy to chat more.