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Join or watch Santa’s misbehaving in Chicago

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Join or watch Santa's misbehaving in Chicago. It's Santa-mania! Suited up or not head out to these events and check out or join Santa's being naughty. Chicago Santa Crawl Fun-loving people filled with cheer, dressed in holiday gear will crawl from bar to bar with other jolly folks to … [Read more...] about Join or watch Santa’s misbehaving in Chicago

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Free events Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens

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Free events Chicago Women's Park and Gardens. Where:  Chicago Women's Park and Gardens 1801 S. Indiana Ave.  Chicago (312) 328-0821 Candlelight Yoga When: Friday, Dec 06, 2019 from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Register Lengthen, strengthen and stretch the body while clearing the mind. Reduce stress … [Read more...] about Free events Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens

Free family events at Lincoln Park Cultural Center

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Free family events at Lincoln Park Cultural Center Where: Lincoln Park Cultural Center, 2045 N. Lincoln Park West When: Mon, Dec 02, 2019 from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM  Register Enjoy a night out with your family and play games. When: Mon, Dec 16, 2019 from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM … [Read more...] about Free family events at Lincoln Park Cultural Center

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Free Chicago Park District Kids Outdoor Hockey Clinics

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Free Chicago Park District Outdoor Hockey Clinics Learn to play ice hockey for FREE at this year's Blackhawks clinic. When:  Saturday, December 7, 2019 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Register here. Please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to your scheduled clinic. Where:  Warren Park, 6601 N. Western … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Park District Kids Outdoor Hockey Clinics

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Free Chicago Architecture Biennial Films

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Free Chicago Architecture Biennial Films. The Chicago Architecture Biennial is returning September 17, 2021 offering many free events, lectures, tours, exhibits and more city-wide.  I guess this is a preview event. Register for the Summer Flowers Zoom event. FILM SCREENING: SUMMER FLOWERS … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Architecture Biennial Films

MSI After Hours

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MSI After Hours When: May-Dec 2019 from 7 to 11 p.m. Where: Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 South Lake Shore Drive. Admission is $30. Tickets include free parking, a complimentary drink, light bites and access to exhibits.. A cash bar will also be available. The MSI offers an after hours … [Read more...] about MSI After Hours

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Vintage Garage Holiday Market Closed due to Covid

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Vintage Garage Holiday Market Where:  The Woman’s Club of Evanston (WCE) historic clubhouse  1702 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60201  When:  Sunday, December 1, 2019 10AM-6PM Find great vintage Christmas items for your holiday decorating. Find unique, one of a kind … [Read more...] about Vintage Garage Holiday Market Closed due to Covid

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Art Institute of Chicago: Wreathing of the Lions Ceremony

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Art Institute of Chicago: Wreathing of the Lions Ceremony. When:  Friday November 29, 2019, 10:00AM–10:30AM. Where: Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S Michigan Ave., 312-443-3600. Outdoor ceremony on the Michigan Avenue steps followed by indoor activities at Ryan Educational … [Read more...] about Art Institute of Chicago: Wreathing of the Lions Ceremony

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Discount tickets One of a Kind Show and Sale

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Discount tickets One of a Kind Show and Sale. When: December 5-8, 2019 Thurs 11am-8pm, Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 10am-7pm,  Sun 10am-5pm Where:  Merchandise Mart, 222 West Merchandise Mart Plaza, 7th Floor If you're looking for some unique gifts for yourself, your home or someone else you should … [Read more...] about Discount tickets One of a Kind Show and Sale

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Pet Night with Santa at Water Tower Place

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Pet Night with Santa at Water Tower Place.  First of all this event is neither free nor cheap. It's actually $37-$49 but I know people love their pets so I thought I'd publish it anyway. When: Every Monday through Dec. 16, 2019, 5:00PM – Close Location: Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan, Level … [Read more...] about Pet Night with Santa at Water Tower Place

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Discount tickets to Chicago Toy and Game Fair

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Discount tickets to Chicago Toy & Game FairWhen: Saturday, November 23, 2019, 10am-6pm and Sunday, November 24, 2019, 10am-5pm  Schedule of events Where:  Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand, Festival Hall A and B Discount parking    Navy Pier map Not interested in freezing to … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Chicago Toy and Game Fair

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Free Wicker Park Fountain Decorating Social

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Free Wicker Park Fountain Decorating Social When:  Saturday, November 23, 2019 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Where:  Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen.  Meet at Fountain. No Admission Charge.  The Wicker Park Garden Club will kick off the Holiday Season with community spirit and some long-standing decorating … [Read more...] about Free Wicker Park Fountain Decorating Social

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