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Mother’s Day dining options Chicago

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Mother's Day dining options Chicago. Mother's Day can be a rip off Mother's Day, like all other similar holidays, can be a big rip-off. If your Mother can't wait to go out another time then here are the best deals I could find and some money saving tips. Mother's Day in the time of … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day dining options Chicago

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Green City Market West Loop every Saturday

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Green City Market West Loop every Saturday When: Saturdays June 5-October 30, 2021, 8am–1pm All market dates and hours are subject to change. Where: Mary Bartelme Park, 115 S. Sangamon St. Go to the link and read all the rules and procedures before heading out.  Learn more and plan your … [Read more...] about Green City Market West Loop every Saturday

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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

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What’s open in Chicago Updated

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What's open in Chicago Updated The City of Chicago relaxed restrictions further March 25, 2021.  These restrictions are in place until further notice.    The status of what is open is changing constantly.  Many businesses have modified hours, have or will close either … [Read more...] about What’s open in Chicago Updated

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Register for Chicago Park District Spring Programs

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Register for Chicago Park District Spring Programs. Registration for Chicago Park District Spring Programs has opened. Hundreds of affordable classes The Chicago Park District offers hundreds of classes for all ages at extremely affordable prices and at a fraction of the cost of a gym … [Read more...] about Register for Chicago Park District Spring Programs

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Chicago Museums reopening Updated

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Chicago Museums reopening The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago have two essentially identical systems tracking our reopening status.  For the most up to date restrictions check here.  Covid status: Each museum that has reopened has specific ticketing arrangements, restrictions … [Read more...] about Chicago Museums reopening Updated

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Free White City Walking Tours Virtual

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Free White City Walking Tours. When: Every Saturday from May through October 11:00 am-1:00 pm Register    Due to CoVid-19, the White City Tours are on-hold until further notice.  Check out their self-guided Virtual Tour App. Where: Jackson Park, 1766 Columbia Drive. Located at … [Read more...] about Free White City Walking Tours Virtual

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Where to Ice Skate in Chicago

Where to Ice Skate in Chicago.  Chicago has a quite a number of places to ice skate which can be free if you bring your own skates.  All rinks are outdoors unless otherwise indicated.  Unfortunately most are closed due to Covid.  The ones that are open have Covid occupancy … [Read more...] about Where to Ice Skate in Chicago

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Free Covid testing Chicago Update

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Free Covid testing Chicago.  The City of Chicago operates testing sites and partners with community-based organizations to operate mobile testing sites deployed throughout Chicago each week. Please review the scheduled hours of operation. All tests at City testing sites are offered at … [Read more...] about Free Covid testing Chicago Update

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