The Music Box bills itself as Chicago's year-round film festival Once upon a time there were a number of film venues that showed foreign language, documentary, independent and classic films throughout Chicago. All that's left in the art house world downtown or near downtown are the Gene Siskel … [Read more...] about Music Box Theatre: Chicago’s year-round film festival
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Discovery Center: Low cost lifelong learning classes
Founded in 1978, The Discovery Center is Chicago's Lifelong Learning Center. As Chicago's largest and longest running independent adult education program, we present fun, stimulating classes by qualified independent instructors who enjoy introducing others to their subjects. Learn among friends for … [Read more...] about Discovery Center: Low cost lifelong learning classes
Free tours with a local Chicago Greeter
The Chicago Greeter program is a volunteer only group of Chicago residents who provide free “visits” for tourists visiting Chicago. "Explore Chicago with a friendly, knowledgeable local as your guide. This free service matches visitors with enthusiastic, city-wise volunteers for 2-4 hour guided … [Read more...] about Free tours with a local Chicago Greeter
Top Ten: Fun things to do in Lincoln Park
The Lincoln Park neighborhood is just north of downtown and full of lots of great free things to do. At one time, it was ground zero for Chicago's yuppies. That's less the case than it used to be, but as the home of both DePaul University and some gorgeous old apartments, you'll see a great mix of … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Fun things to do in Lincoln Park
Factory tours: Koval Distillery in Ravenswood
Koval Distillery is a micro-distiller located in Ravenswood. Their specialty is whiskey, but they also make vodka and specialty spirits. They have an operating still, and they open it to the public for tours Wednesday at 7:00 pm, Saturday at 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, and 5:00 pm, and Sunday at 2:00 pm and … [Read more...] about Factory tours: Koval Distillery in Ravenswood
