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
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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
Free Dance Performances at Pritzker Park
Kick off your weekend early every Friday at Pritzker Park with free rush hour dance performances. When: Every Friday from August 7, 2015 - Friday, September 4, 2015; 4:00PM - 6:00PM. Where: 310 S State St, (312) 742-3918 Thank Dance It’s Friday: TDIF! at Pritzker Park Come see Chicago's … [Read more...] about Free Dance Performances at Pritzker Park
Free concerts at Chicago Riverwalk
The City of Chicago is sponsoring a series of FREE concerts along the Riverwalk now through the end of August. Free and cheap things to do in Chicago. When: Wednesdays 6:00-8:00PM and Saturdays 1:00-3:00PM Where: Chicago Riverwalk, River Theater between Clark and LaSalle Streets Here's … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Chicago Riverwalk
Dance Center Columbia College: great performances at affordable prices
The Dance Center of Columbia College is a highly rated dance company offering tickets at affordable prices. The next performance is Shantala Shivalingappa Akasha. When: March 5, 6 & 7, 2015, 8:00PM Ticket information. Buy tickets here. If online purchasing is not available email … [Read more...] about Dance Center Columbia College: great performances at affordable prices
Are you Chicago’s top cheapskate?
Chicago on the Cheap is looking for a new publisher. This is a great opportunity for someone who is well connected locally, has journalism or marketing experience and wants to be the boss of a hyperlocal news and entertainment site. The ideal candidate: Lives in the city. Has contacts in … [Read more...] about Are you Chicago’s top cheapskate?
Free sculpture exhibit at Elks Memorial in Lincoln Park
The Elks, that old-school fraternal organization, has its headquarters in Lincoln Park. The building includes a memorial to those who served in World War I, and until October 26, it is home to another great free thing to do in Lincoln Park: The Chicago Sculpture International. It is an exhibit of … [Read more...] about Free sculpture exhibit at Elks Memorial in Lincoln Park
Top Ten: Keep kids entertained in the summer
I hate summer. My ancestry is all English and Irish - not people evolved for heat and sun. I turn red when I exercise, and I have to be slathered in sunscreen. I'm even allergic to mosquito bites! As a parent, I hate summer even more. It's too long for kids to be out of school. They get lazy and … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Keep kids entertained in the summer
The Great Parker Garage Sale is May 19-20
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The Great Parker Garage Sale is May 19-20 When: Saturday, May 19, 2018 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sunday, May 20, 2018 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (everything begins 50% off!) Where: Francis W. Parker School, 2233 N. Clark (between Belden and Webster) Each year, the Francis W. Parker School holds a huge rummage … [Read more...] about The Great Parker Garage Sale is May 19-20
Further Afield: The Jelly Belly Factory in Kenosha
Recently, we has a Flat Stanley visit us. Flat Stanley is a school project based on a book about a boy who gets squished by a bulletin board and who decides to use is his new dimensions to visit relatives via the mail. We were to take our flat person around, show him the sites, and then report back … [Read more...] about Further Afield: The Jelly Belly Factory in Kenosha
The Chicago on the Cheap guide to surviving Chicago
If you've lived here a while, you probably know all of this. But if you're new here, whether visiting or staying, here's some advice to help you manage #Chiberia. Because here's the thing: Chicago is the best-kept secret in the country. Although it's often dismissed as "flyover land", this city has … [Read more...] about The Chicago on the Cheap guide to surviving Chicago
Free First Fridays at the Flat Iron Wicker Park
The Flat Iron Artists Association opens two floors of art displayed in artists studios in The Flat Iron Building on the first Friday of every month. Where: The Flat Iron Building, 1579 N. Milwaukee When: Every first Friday, 6 to 10 p.m., $5 donation is suggested. You … [Read more...] about Free First Fridays at the Flat Iron Wicker Park
