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Free admission Jazzin at the Shedd

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Free admission Jazzin at the Shedd.  Enjoy Jazz, cocktails, amazing lake views, fireworks and admission to the aquarium. Where: John G. Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, 312-939-2438 When:  June 12, 2019, 5 to 10 p.m. - Free for all Illinois residents with valid ID. Dates are filling up … [Read more...] about Free admission Jazzin at the Shedd

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CPL Celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month

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CPL Celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month.  CPL is hosting a variety of free programs and events that highlight the culture, heritage, contributions and achievements of folks in the LGBTQ community. When:  Select dates See all events city-wide here. Harold Washington Library Center events Film … [Read more...] about CPL Celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month

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Free events Museum of Science and Industry

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Free events Museum of Science and Industry Free Sesame Street 50th Anniversary Party When: Saturday, June 29, 2019 10:00AM-???  More details to be released. Where: Museum of Science and Industry Park, 5700 S Lake Shore Dr, (773) 684-1414  Register here. This event does not include free admission … [Read more...] about Free events Museum of Science and Industry

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Discount tickets to Chicago Book & Paper Fair

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Discount tickets to Chicago Book & Paper Fair. When:  Saturday, June 15, 2019 10AM-5PM Where:  Chicago Journeyman Plumbers Union Hall, 1340 W. Washington Blvd., Regular Admission: $6.00 / $4.00 for students with ID Chicago Book & Paper Fair: Rare Books, Vintage Maps & More Comp … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Chicago Book & Paper Fair

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Free Jazz in the Courtyard Hyde Park

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Free Jazz in the Courtyard Hyde Park. When: First Friday of every month, June - September, 2019 Where: Courtyard Shops at Hyde Park Shopping Center at 55th Street and Lake Park Avenue Enjoy free jazz performances on the FIRST FRIDAY of every month in Hyde Park. Friday, June 7 Bill … [Read more...] about Free Jazz in the Courtyard Hyde Park

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Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square May 30-June 2

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Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square. The little sibling of Lincoln Square's Oktoberfest, Maifest, includes food (beer and brats), entertainment, and cultural activities (Maypole Dance). When: May 30 - June 2, 2019 Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Friday 5:00 pm - 11:00pm, Saturday 12:00 pm - 11:00pm, … [Read more...] about Chicago Maifest Lincoln Square May 30-June 2

12% off dining Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants

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12% off dining Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants. Now through June 30, 2019 all Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club members will receive double points on all gift card  purchases.  Every $75 gift card purchase you will earn a 150 points which will result in a $10 dining award (plus … [Read more...] about 12% off dining Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants

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Free Family Festival at Art Institute of Chicago

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Free Family Festival at Art Institute of Chicago Where: Art Institute of Chicago, Ryan Education Center.  Enter through the Modern Wing entrance at 159 East Monroe Street or you will have to pay museum admission. You will NOT have access to any area of the Museum except the Ryan Education … [Read more...] about Free Family Festival at Art Institute of Chicago

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Free West Town Community Yard Sale Chicago

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Free West Town Community Yard Sale Chicago When:  Saturday, June 1, 2019 (Rain date:June 2, 2019) Hours vary by seller. Where:  West Town Neighborhood, East Village, Ukrainian Village, Smith Park or Humboldt Park. Forty plus sellers will be Marie Kondo-ing their homes and putting household … [Read more...] about Free West Town Community Yard Sale Chicago

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Free Chicago Kids and Kites Festival

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Free Chicago Kids and Kites Festival. When:  Saturday, May 4, 2019, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where:  Cricket Hill in Lincoln Park, W. Montrose Drive, (312) 744-3316 Location here. Near the intersection of Lake Shore Drive and Montrose Ave. Admission:Free What is it Chicago Kids and Kites Festival is a … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Kids and Kites Festival

Polish Constitution Day Parade May 7

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Polish Constitution Day Parade May 7 When:  Saturday, May 7, 2022, Parade steps off at 11:30AM-1PM Where: On Columbus Drive from Balbo Drive to Monroe St. This parade celebrates the first democratic constitution in Europe (1791) and second in the world only to the United States … [Read more...] about Polish Constitution Day Parade May 7

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Volunteer Chicago River Day

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Friends of the Chicago River is the only organization solely dedicated to the Chicago River.  Every year they organize an annual clean up and restoration day, Chicago River Day. When: Saturday, May 11, 2019 9:00am-12:00pm, Registration here. From litter pickup to restoration to … [Read more...] about Volunteer Chicago River Day

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