City Scenes

It was another beautiful Day in Chicago and we missed the snow storm! Riding his skateboard, John Mercurio, 9, gets a little help from his Golden Doodle, Buddy, Friday afternoon at Mary Bartelme Park. When asked about the weather he said, ‘I like the breeze. It makes me feel good.” | Michael Schmidt/Sun-Times

Griffin Carney, 6, (left) makes a nice catch as he plays football catch with his dad Tim Friday afternoon at Mary Bartelme Park. Tim said the weather was, “Fantastic. We usually play hockey here.” and predicted that the temperature would reach 55 degrees but was about 50 degrees at the time. | Michael Schmidt/Sun-Times

Patricia Quinn (left) and Kelly Clark of Westchester walk down Halsted Street near Adams Street Friday afternoon doing a little shopping. When asked about the weather he said that they were, “Blessed. The sun is always good.” | Michael Schmidt/Sun-Times

Donny Diaz walks home from work Friday afternoon on Monroe Street near Halsted Street. He said, “Today is beautiful. The sun is out. Can’t complain.” | Michael Schmidt/Sun-Times

A man who seems to still be in the Christmas spirit rides his bike down Halsted Street near Adams Street Friday afternoon. | Michael Schmidt/Sun-Times