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Chicago events status
Chicago events status. What a mess! Following is the current status of all events we cover. Many events are canceled, … [Read More...]
Save time Apply Online to Vote by Mail
Save time Apply Online to Vote by Mail. If you endured massive lines when voting early or on election day during the … [Read More...]
Free Covid testing Chicago
Free Covid testing Chicago. The Governor recently announced that Illinois is offering free covid testing for all … [Read More...]
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Drive-in or walk-in movies at Soldier Field
Drive-in or walk-in movies at Soldier Field When: July 8, 2020 - TBD. Gates Open: 7pm, Music Entertainment: … [Read More...]
$10 All-day Metra Pass available thru Labor Day
$10 All-day Metra Pass available thru Labor Day Metra's new $10 All-Day Pass will now be available thru Labor Day. … [Read More...]
Free “Learn to Ride” Bike Riding Classes for Adults
Free “Learn to Ride” Bike Riding Classes for Adults Classes Led by CDOT’s SAFE (Streets Are for Everybody) Ambassadors … [Read More...]
Senior Savings Day at Walgreens
Senior Savings Day at Walgreens. On the first Tuesday of the month, Walgreens offers Balance Rewards members age 55 … [Read More...]
Jewel Mymixx is now Just for U
Jewel Mymixx is now Just for U. Jewel has revamped their rewards program. The offer clipping feature of … [Read More...]
Chicago Museums reopening status
Chicago Museums reopening status - All museums and institutions are closed (except Lincoln Park Zoo grounds)As a result … [Read More...]
Chicago events status
Chicago events status. What a mess! Following is the current status of all events we cover. Many events are canceled, … [Read More...]
Walgreens Get 10% off plus Free shipping
Walgreens Get 10% off plus Free shipping When: through 11:59PM CST July 18, 2020 Where: Online only Walgreens is … [Read More...]
Free Pilsen Community Market
Free Pilsen Community Market When: Sunday, June 21-end of summer 2020 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Where: Plaza Tenochtitlán, … [Read More...]
Millennium Park At Home Workouts
Millennium Park At Home Workouts. The new online Millennium Park at Home series on YouTube and Facebook will bring … [Read More...]
Millennium Park At Home Thursday Music Series
Millennium Park At Home Thursday Music Series. Millennium Park is offering live music on Thursday on their YouTube … [Read More...]
Lincoln Yards Drive-in $40
Lincoln Yards Drive-in $40 Sterling Bay and the 2nd Ward is hosting a pop-up drive-n movie theater this … [Read More...]
Save money with Imperfect Foods Get $10 off
Save money with Imperfect Foods. Imperfect Foods is a subscription service that sells perfectly good produce that just … [Read More...]
Downtown Chicago farmers markets
Downtown Chicago farmers markets. These markets are mostly closed but may reopen later in the season. The SOuth Loop … [Read More...]
Northside Chicago Farmers Markets
Northside Chicago Farmer's Markets. These markets are now offering different options. Some are closed and may reopen … [Read More...]
Green City Market West Loop
Green City Market West Loop When: Saturdays June 20–October 31, 8am–1pm Where: Mary Bartelme Park, 115 S. Sangamon … [Read More...]
Green City Market every Saturday
Green City Market every Saturday. Go to the link and read all the rules and procedures before heading out. Learn … [Read More...]
Save time Apply Online to Vote by Mail
Save time Apply Online to Vote by Mail. If you endured massive lines when voting early or on election day during the … [Read More...]
How to register to vote in Chicago
How to register to vote in Chicago. If you haven't registered to vote yet - no worries now is the time to do … [Read More...]
Watch Peacock for free Update
Watch Peacock for free. Peacock is a streaming service from Comcast-owned NBCUniversal that will compete with … [Read More...]
Chicago Parks open
Chicago Parks open The Chicago Park District has eased restrictions on select park facilities including lakefront … [Read More...]
Millennium Park open
Millennium Park open On Monday, June 15 Millennium Park reopened Millennium Park has reopened with entrance and exit … [Read More...]
Lurie Garden open
Lurie Garden open On Monday, June 15 the Lurie Garden reopened The garden has been partially opened to the public. … [Read More...]
Maggie Daley Park open
Maggie Daley Park open On Monday, June 15 Maggie Daley Park reopened Always check your park location before … [Read More...]
Free Tennis Maggie Daley Park Chicago
Free Tennis Maggie Daley Park Chicago. Free Tennis Maggie Daley Park Chicago - Effective June 15, 2020 The six … [Read More...]
Chicago Public Library has reopened
Chicago Public Library has reopened The Main library as well as two regional libraries and most branches have … [Read More...]
Free BACP Business Education webinars
Free BACP Business Education webinars . Register here. Wednesday, June 17th at 3:00 PM Webinar: Accounting in … [Read More...]
How to listen to free Chicago Police Scanner app
How to listen to free Chicago Police Scanner app As crime increases in the downtown area I recommend the use of a … [Read More...]
Navy Pier reopening June 10
Navy Pier reopening June 10. Part of Navy Pier are reopening. According to their website everything will be outdoors. … [Read More...]
Where to buy masks 10% off on paper masks
Where to buy masks. Since it looks like we will all be wearing masks for a long time we're all going to need a … [Read More...]
Free Covid testing Chicago
Free Covid testing Chicago. The Governor recently announced that Illinois is offering free covid testing for all … [Read More...]
Things to do with vegetables Part 4
Things to do with vegetables Part 4. More cooking ideas for what to do with vegetables to make them last and how to … [Read More...]
How to freeze bacon and other food
How to freeze bacon and other food. One of the best ways to avoid food waste (and wasting money) is to properly … [Read More...]
Watch Mayor Lightfoot tour local museums
Watch Mayor Lightfoot tour local museums. Mayor Lightfoot has done a series of local museum tour programs called Stay … [Read More...]
Southside Chicago Farmer’s Markets
Southside Chicago Farmer's Markets on Wednesday, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays are now offering different … [Read More...]
Free Consumer Action Handbook
Free Consumer Action Handbook. The Federal Government is offering a 152-page FREE Consumer Action Handbook that is a … [Read More...]
Things to do with nuts
Things to do with nuts. Nuts are a great source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Eat them plain, add them to dishes … [Read More...]
15% off at Spice House
15% off at Spice House Spice House is a spice shop on Wells Street just south of North Ave. in Chicago. You can get … [Read More...]
Things to do with fruit
Things to do with fruit. Do you have fruit in your freezer, particularly bananas, and you're looking for something to … [Read More...]
Free kids at-home outdoor activities
Free kids at-home outdoor activities. Celebrate Parks to Kids Day, May 16, 2020, with free at-home activities and … [Read More...]
Watch free Rick Bayless cooking classes
Watch free Rick Bayless cooking classes. Rick Bayless is hosting a cooking class, now every few days, from their test … [Read More...]
20% off on Wilton Bakeware
20% off on Wilton Bakeware. If you're baking up a storm and need more bakeware consider this sale. I would mention … [Read More...]
Chicago Stores with Senior hours Updated
Chicago Stores with Senior hours Updated Several retailers have created dedicated shopping hours for seniors to shop … [Read More...]
Cookie Monster hosting weekly cooking program
Cookie Monster hosting weekly cooking program Cookie Monster Snack Chat. Cookie Monster is teaching kids simple … [Read More...]
Digital Cookbook Supports Restaurant Workers $5.99
Digital Cookbook Supports Restaurant Workers $5.99 Penguin Random House has published Family Meal: Recipes from Our … [Read More...]
Watch Chicago City Council Meeting
Watch Chicago City Council Meeting. The City Council is holding their meetings now via Zoom. Per Block Club the last … [Read More...]
Where to order artisanal cheese online
Where to order artisanal cheese online. If you enjoy cheese but aren't leaving your house I've found a website, Planet … [Read More...]
Free kids book from Unicef
Free kids book from Unicef. Get a free copy of“My Hero is You” A new fictional book developed by and for children aims … [Read More...]
Half-Price Tickets
Get ticket discounts of up to 50% (sometimes more) on Chicago's hottest musicals, comedies, concerts, talks, and more. See the half-price ticket deals.
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