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Alternative things to do on Black Friday in Chicago

Is your shopping donw or you just can't bring yourself to hit the stores on Black Friday?  Try these alternative activities. All of the following events are FREE or cheap. Get out and enjoy life! Downtown: Walk through Millennium Park and the Lurie Garden. Walk through Maggie Daley … [Read more...] about Alternative things to do on Black Friday in Chicago

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Ukrainian Village Winter Market and Artisan Fair this weekend

Ukrainian Village Winter Market and Artisan Fair When:  Saturday, November 21-22, 2015, 10AM-3PM Where: St. Nicholas Cathedral School, 2200 W. Rice map Get outside before winter sets in and get some shopping done while you're at it. Organic fall produce, gourmet foods, artisan candles, baked … [Read more...] about Ukrainian Village Winter Market and Artisan Fair this weekend

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Register for Chicago Park District Winter Programs

Registration for Chicago Park District Winter Programs opens November 30.  View programs online beginning Monday, November 16. The Chicago Park District offers hundreds of classes for all ages at extremely affordable prices.  Some great offerings for adults are eleven session Boot Camps, kick … [Read more...] about Register for Chicago Park District Winter Programs

Block 37: Gazebo Holiday Market

Do some holiday shopping at the Gazebo Holiday Market When:  Saturday, November 14, 2015, 11AM-4PM Where:  Block 37, 108 N. State Street Find local artists selling jewelry, clothing, food and more. There is a $10.00 suggested donation at the door to benefit Junior League of … [Read more...] about Block 37: Gazebo Holiday Market

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Northwestern Wildcats discount tickets and promotions

If you're looking for something a little less expensive (and less intense) than the Chicago Bears, consider the Northwestern Wildcats. It has a manageable stadium, all the fun of Big Ten sports (marching bands, cheerleaders, goofy mascots), and tickets are generally less expensive than for the NFL. … [Read more...] about Northwestern Wildcats discount tickets and promotions

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Discount tickets to Chicago Dance Performances

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Chicago has a vibrant and world class dance community.  All of the best performances this season have discount tickets available. Joffrey Ballet: U.S. Premiere of Fiery, Female-Powered Ballet "Sylvia" at Auditorium Theater Hubbard Street Dance Chicago: William Forsythe Works at Harris … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Chicago Dance Performances

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Free theater performances in Lincoln Park

As part of the Chicago Park District's summer program a Night Out in the Parks attend a FREE theatrical performance. Where:  Lincoln Park Cultural Center,  2045 N Lincoln Park West Chicago, IL 60614 , (312) 742-7726 When:  Saturday, August 22, 2015, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Sunday, August 23, 2015, … [Read more...] about Free theater performances in Lincoln Park

Free family events at Union Park West Loop

Bring the family out for an all ages show: Where: Union Park,  1501 W. Randolph St., (312) 746-5494 When: Saturday, August 08, 2015, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Night Out: DJ in the Parks at Union - As part of Night Out in the Parks, come out for music and dancing with DJ Jeff.  All ages. Other Free … [Read more...] about Free family events at Union Park West Loop

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