Come out to the FREE Green Metropolis Holiday Fair an all day event to celebrate Chicago's sustainable living & wellness communities. When: Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015, 10am-5pm Where: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N. Cannon Dr. Free with Museum Admission. Free parking is available on … [Read more...] about Green Metropolis Holiday Fair
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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
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
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
Dining deals: Old Town Restaurant Week
Enjoy deals while dining in Old Town during the annual Old Town Restaurant Week. When: Monday, October 26 to Saturday, October 31, 2015 Where: Old Town, Wells Street from Division (1200N) to North Avenue (1600N). Few details have been added to the OTRW website since September and none of the … [Read more...] about Dining deals: Old Town Restaurant Week
Free Old Town Chicago Walking Tour
From Hippie Chic to Just Chic: The Transformation of Old Town in the Late 20th Century When: Saturday, October 24, 2015 (10:00AM – 11:30AM) Where: Near North, 310 W. Chicago Avenue, (312) 744-0991 Urbanologist Max Grinnell leads walking tours this fall, exploring the neighborhoods … [Read more...] about Free Old Town Chicago Walking Tour
Discount tickets to Chicago Dance Performances
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
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
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




















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