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Drag brunch at The Walnut Room anchors LGBTQ Pride in Chicago
The Walnut Room atop Macy’s former Field’s on State Street hosts near weekly drag brunches, with performers like Lucy Steele and Ty Huey discussing safety, backlash, and community support. Macy’s backed the events after online hate campaigns, while other venues faced vandalism and closures nearby.
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Marshall Field’s
State Street
Chicago
Macy’s
Field’s
UpRising Bakery
Lake In the Hills
Walnut Room
Illinois
Lucy Steele
Lucy Stoole
Ty Huey
Huey
Berlin
Lakeview
Trisha Dan
Eva Styles
Trashly
Soldier Field
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