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Shops at North Bridge dining deal Update

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Shops at North Bridge dining deal Spend $75 or more at participating restaurants, submit your receipt(s) and get a $25 virtual Visa gift card (via email) while supplies last.   One $25 gift per person. Not a bad deal if you can use it soon.  I didn't see this deal until … [Read more...] about Shops at North Bridge dining deal Update

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Free DJ Series Navy Pier

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Free DJ Series Navy Pier Where: Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand, South Dock, Wave Wall Free Trolleys Canceled 2021 Free DJ Series Navy Pier - Wave Wall Wax Performance Platform Head to Navy Pier’s South Dock at the Wave Wall Performance Platform for a DJ set as part of Wave Wall Wax, Navy Pier’s free … [Read more...] about Free DJ Series Navy Pier

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Free Flag for Memorial Day

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Free Flag on Memorial Day. Ace Hardware will distribute 1 Million American Flags to honor Veterans on  Memorial Day. When:  Saturday, May 29, 2021 Where: Participating Ace hardware Stores. Call your location before heading over If you're looking for a flag to wave during the … [Read more...] about Free Flag for Memorial Day

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Buckingham Fountain Opening Day events May 22

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Buckingham Fountain Opening Day Events. Join ComEd and the Chicago Park District for "Switch on Summer" to celebrate the official opening of Buckingham Fountain for the season.  This years event is an interactive virtual ceremony.  Enter for a chance to flip the switch to turn on the … [Read more...] about Buckingham Fountain Opening Day events May 22

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Free Pilsen Community Market

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Free Pilsen Community Market When:  Select Sundays 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Where:  Plaza Tenochtitlán, 1821 S. Blue Island This market is has reopened check for Facebook page for details.  Or website Admission is free.  Contributions are welcome.  The market is a … [Read more...] about Free Pilsen Community Market

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Register for Chicago Park District Summer Programs

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Register for Chicago Park District Summer Programs. Online Chicago Park District summer program registration begins Monday 5/10/21 @ 9am for in-person programs at parks located West of California Ave. & for all Virtual Programs Tuesday 5/11/21@ 9am for in-person programs at parks located … [Read more...] about Register for Chicago Park District Summer Programs

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

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Kids bowl free this summer

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Kids bowl FREE this summer at participating lanes around the nation. The Kids Bowl Free program requires parents to sign up online to receive printable coupons for free games of bowling via email. While the bowling action is FREE — two games per kid per day — shoe rental is usually not … [Read more...] about Kids bowl free this summer

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Discount Chicago Lakefront family-friendly cruises

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Discount Chicago Lakefront family-friendly cruises When: Various dates and times. Where: Island Time located at Island Party Hut (between Lake Shore Drive and Columbus on the Riverwalk)   Enjoy a 75 minute cruise on the Chicago River.  Get out and have some fun with the family. … [Read more...] about Discount Chicago Lakefront family-friendly cruises

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Chicago Cinco de Mayo Deals

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Chicago Cinco de Mayo Deals Happy Cinco de Mayo! It's a great time to get out after a long lockdown and enjoy a few margaritas. Since most restaurants are barely surviving there are few deals so I've just listed all the restaurants where you can get a good margarita. I would make a reservation as … [Read more...] about Chicago Cinco de Mayo Deals

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