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Easter dining options Chicago

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Easter dining options Chicago.  If you’re thinking about not cooking on Easter there are some although not too many.  I looked for deals under $100 for a full meal for four.  I would suggest calling the restaurant to confirm the cut-off day and time for placing Easter dinner.  … [Read more...] about Easter dining options Chicago

Free science American Museum of Natural History

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Free science American Museum of Natural History The American Museum of Natural History in New York City is allowing free access to tours, videos, hone school programs and more.  This isn't just for kids and families there's plenty for adults to explore. Free science American Museum of Natural … [Read more...] about Free science American Museum of Natural History

Art Institute El Greco Exhibit online

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Art Institute El Greco Exhibit online While the museum is temporarily closed the Art Institute has created a few different ways to experience the exhibition El Greco: Ambition and Defiance online. Video Tour Take a quick tour of the exhibition with curator Rebecca Long and research associate … [Read more...] about Art Institute El Greco Exhibit online

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Senior Savings Day at Walgreens – now every Tuesday

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Senior Savings Day at Walgreens - now every Tuesday On the first Tuesday of the month, Walgreens offers Balance Rewards members age 55 and older a discount on all regularly priced merchandise in-store and online.  Save 20%-30% in store every Tuesday of the month both online and in-store on select … [Read more...] about Senior Savings Day at Walgreens – now every Tuesday

Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week. You can find a complete list of events by day on our Calendar page. Below the daily list are about 70 more Free or Cheap Things to do on any day. To keep up with the latest news on deals, discounts and free events in Chicago, sign up for the daily … [Read more...] about Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum

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Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago operates a small but interesting museum about the history of money and the work of the Federal Reserve. Where:   Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, 230 S. LaSalle Street (312) 662-1351 When:  Monday through Friday … [Read more...] about Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum

$20 off Sam’s Club membership

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Discount tickets 360 Chicago

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Discount tickets 360 Chicago. Where: 875 N. Michigan Avenue, (formerly John Hancock Center), 94th Floor, 888-875-8439 When: 360 CHICAGO is open 365 days a year from 9:00am to 11:00pm with the last entry at 10:30 PM daily. Subject to change. Discount tickets 360 Chicago General, Sunrise, or … [Read more...] about Discount tickets 360 Chicago

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Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets

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Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets.The Civic Orchestra is the training orchestra for the Chicago Symphony.  Civic concerts in Orchestra Hall are free, but tickets are required. A non-refundable $5.00 per ticket service fee applies. Enjoy! The fee is charged whether you buy them online, by … [Read more...] about Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets

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