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Guide to Chicago Water Taxi’s

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Guide to Chicago Water Taxi's.  The Chicago water taxi's are a fun and relaxing transit alternative that gets you from A to B while gliding along our waterways. Take a cheap tour of our lake and river They're also a great way to take a discount tour of our beautiful lake and river.  If … [Read more...] about Guide to Chicago Water Taxi’s

AMC Theaters: $6.50 ticket Tuesdays

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AMC Theaters: $6.50 ticket Tuesdays.  AMC "Discount Tuesdays" offer $6.50 movie tickets all day (w/tax downtown Chicago = $7.28) for AMC Stubs members (join for free) at participating AMC, AMC DINE-IN and AMC CLASSIC locations.  Cameo Combos These are not currently available. Pair a … [Read more...] about AMC Theaters: $6.50 ticket Tuesdays

Discount Chicago Lakefront Cruises

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Discount Chicago Lakefront Cruises Where:  Location of boats vary When: Various   The weather's nice again and the boats are back!  As always read all the terms and conditions before purchasing. Also on the day of the cruise leave enough time to get to the boat.  They … [Read more...] about Discount Chicago Lakefront Cruises

Rent an RV for your next vacation

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Rent an RV for your next vacation.  Are you planning your summer vacation but don't want to fly?  Or are you planning to stay close to home but don't want to be crammed in a car for hours?  Your solution: Rent an RV. An RV eliminates the need for crowded airports and airplanes, … [Read more...] about Rent an RV for your next vacation

Chicago Architecture Center reopening Updated

Chicago Architecture Center reopening The Chicago Architecture Center has resumed a limited number of Walking Tours.  Tickets are on sale now for April tours.  Walking tours start at $26.  Free to CAC members.  The best deal if you plan on taking more than three walking tours … [Read more...] about Chicago Architecture Center reopening Updated

A Day at the Races at Arlington Park

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A Day at the Races at Arlington Park. Arlington International Racecourse, 2200 W. Euclid  Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL   847-385-7500 Getting there Arlington Park is an easy train ride from downtown. Take the Metra Union Pacific Northwest line with a $10 weekend pass good for … [Read more...] about A Day at the Races at Arlington Park

Chicago area movie theaters reopening and deals Updated

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Chicago area movie theaters reopening and deals Theaters are reopening with capacity limits.   Masks are required before, during and after the movie unless you are enjoying food and drinks.    AMC private theater rentals   Cinemark private theater rentals Save … [Read more...] about Chicago area movie theaters reopening and deals Updated

Free movies and TV on Redbox online or in app

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Free movies and TV on Redbox online or in app Redbox has introduced FREE Live TV with dozens of family-friendly channels. You can watch movies and TV shows for free.  There is no subscription or sign-in required. You can watch the complimentary movies and shows from Redbox’s website or … [Read more...] about Free movies and TV on Redbox online or in app

Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center

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Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center.  The Chicago Cultural Center is currently closed.  Due to the pandemic the DCASE (Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events) budget has been cut by 50% so no idea when it will re-open.  They are broadcasting the Dame Myra Hess concert … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center

What to watch on TV: Tina Turner: One Last Time

What to watch on TV: Tina Turner: One Last Time What to watch on TV:  Tina Turner: One Last Time In 2000, Tina Turner's final UK concert was filmed at London's Wembley Stadium with a state-of-the-art stage set, 18 cameras, and one of the world's top directors. Turner's inspiring, powerful … [Read more...] about What to watch on TV: Tina Turner: One Last Time

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