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Revolution Oktoberfest Sept 27-28

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Revolution Oktoberfest When: Friday, September 27, 2019 3pm-10pm; Saturday,  September 28, 2019 12pm-10pm Where: Milwaukee Ave. from Fullerton to California $5 entry donation benefits charitable partner, Friends of Goethe.  Since bringing the fest to Milwaukee Ave., $30,000 has been raised for … [Read more...] about Revolution Oktoberfest Sept 27-28

Volunteer at Montrose Beach Dunes in Lincoln Park

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Volunteer at Montrose Beach Dunes in Lincoln Park Where: 4400 N Simonds Ave. contact us at stewardship@chicagoparkdistrict.com for additional information. When: March 30, April 27, May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, September 14, October 12, 2019 - Joint dunes/point workday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 … [Read more...] about Volunteer at Montrose Beach Dunes in Lincoln Park

Volunteer for restoration and clean up at 12th Street Beach

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Volunteer for restoration and clean up at 12th Street Beach When:  2nd Wednesday of the month 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, 2019 Where: 12th Street beach can be accessed by walking south past the front entrance of the Adler … [Read more...] about Volunteer for restoration and clean up at 12th Street Beach

Free events Goethe Institut of Chicago

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Free events Goethe Institut of Chicago. The Goethe-Institut offers German-centric exhibits, concerts films and other events. All are free and open to the public. Where:  150 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 200, 312-263-0472.  RSVP to info@chicago.goethe.org. Please be advised to pre-register by … [Read more...] about Free events Goethe Institut of Chicago

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Free concerts DePaul School of Music

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Free concerts DePaul School of Music. The DePaul School of Music hosts free events throughout the year. Where:  Holtschneider Performance Center, Gannon Concert Hall  2330 North Halsted Street, Concert Hall, 800 W Belden Ave or Recital Hal 804 W. Belden Register for free tickets here. Also search … [Read more...] about Free concerts DePaul School of Music

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Free Fulton Market Expo

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Free Fulton Market Expo When:  May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7 & October 5, 9am-1pm (weather permitting). Where:  800 block of West Fulton Market (btwn. Peoria and Green Streets) The market runs the first Saturday of the month, May to October, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will … [Read more...] about Free Fulton Market Expo

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Free Wooded Island Bird Walks

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Free Wooded Island Bird Walks. When: Every Saturday 2019 8AM Where: Wooded Island Jackson Park.  Meet at the parking lot south of the Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) 5700 S Lake Shore Dr.  Parking lot is accessible via Science Drive, the intersection just south of 57th Drive and MSI. For … [Read more...] about Free Wooded Island Bird Walks

Free Wildflower Walks at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool

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Free Wildflower Walks at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool Where:  Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, 225 W Fullerton Pkwy When:  May 18, June 15, July 20, August 31, September 21, October 5, 201910AM 45-to-60 minute walks. Registration required. If the "free" tickets are not available you should be able to … [Read more...] about Free Wildflower Walks at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool

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Chicago Cultural Center Free International Screenings Program

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Chicago Cultural Center Free International Screenings Program When:  Wednesdays, May 29-October 2, 2019 6:30pm-8:00pm (No screenings July 3 and September 18) Where:  Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North August 21 The Man Who Bought the Moon L’uomo … [Read more...] about Chicago Cultural Center Free International Screenings Program

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Activate: Art Music People Alleys

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Activate: Art Music People Alleys. When:  Thursday, August 22, 2019 5:00PM-10:00PM.  RSVP for a free drink. Check back here and you should be able to RSVP for all future dates at once. Where: Auditorium Theater Alley, 416 S. Michigan The Chicago Loop Alliance hosts a FREE monthly event, … [Read more...] about Activate: Art Music People Alleys

Free Looney Tunes screenings Music Box Theater Not confirmed for 2021

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Free Looney Tunes screenings Music Box Theater. Where:  Music Box Theater, 3733 N. Southport Ave., 773-871-6604 When:  Saturday and Sunday, July 13-14, 2019 10:30AM-2:30PM Free Looney Tunes screenings Music Box Theater will be shown during the Southport Art Fest.  For those … [Read more...] about Free Looney Tunes screenings Music Box Theater Not confirmed for 2021

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2nd Fridays Free Gallery Night in Pilsen

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2nd Fridays Free Gallery Night in Pilsen. 30 art galleries in Pilsen open their doors to the public. When: Second Friday of each month, 6:00 - 10:00 pm. FREE Where: Event Information and maps at 1945 S. Halsted. Meet the artists, have some wine and cheese and learn something about art. … [Read more...] about 2nd Fridays Free Gallery Night in Pilsen

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