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Free Riverwalk Talk every Friday

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Free Riverwalk Talk every Friday When: Fridays 12PM-1PM  through Aug 30, 2019 Where: Chicago Riverwalk, @ Vietnam Memorial between State and Wabash. Riverwalk Talks are free and open to the public. Docents will give four 15-minute talks about various aspects of the Riverwalk between noon … [Read more...] about Free Riverwalk Talk every Friday

Free movies Ward Park River North

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Free movies Ward Park River North. Montgomery Ward Park will once again present outdoor movies as part of the Summer Film Series. Where:  A. Montgomery Ward Park, 630 N. Kingsbury St., (312) 742-2410. Check out your dining options at Cheap eats River North. When: All movie start times are … [Read more...] about Free movies Ward Park River North

Free Yoga at Millennium Park

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Free Yoga at Millennium Park. De-stress at midweek with FREE morning yoga on the Great Lawn of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.  Open to people with all levels of experience. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 28 - August 29, 2019 7:30-8:15am Where: Millennium Park, Jay … [Read more...] about Free Yoga at Millennium Park

Free 85th Chicago Park District Birthday Party at Maggie Daley Park

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Free Maggie Daley Park events Where:  Maggie Daley Park 337 E. Randolph When:   Thursday, June 20, 2019 from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Free 85th Chicago Park District Birthday Party at Maggie Daley Park As part of the Chicago Park District's 85th birthday celebration events, join us for an evening … [Read more...] about Free 85th Chicago Park District Birthday Party at Maggie Daley Park

Free movies Harold Washington Library

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Free movies Harold Washington Library Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, Cindy Pritzker Auditorium or Video Library, Lower Level 312-747-4300.  As part of the Chicago Public Library's Art, Movies and Performances series the Harold Washington Library is screening … [Read more...] about Free movies Harold Washington Library

Free movie screening Near North Library

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Free movie screening Near North Library Where:  Near North Library: 310 W. Division Street, (312) 744-0991. Always call the library to confirm. Subject to cancellation. Documentary Screening: Tab Hunter Confidential Saturday, June 15, 2019 (2:00PM – 3:30PM) Tab Hunter himself shares first-hand … [Read more...] about Free movie screening Near North Library

Free events and swag Chicago Bike Week

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Free events and swag Chicago Bike Week. Bike Commuter Challenge, June 14-28, 2019 Get your co-workers together and get riding! 2019 Events This year Bike Week is a two week-long celebration of cycling.  Check out free events and collect free swag. 2019 Bike to Work Challenge Pit Stops … [Read more...] about Free events and swag Chicago Bike Week

Free movies Grant Park Chicago

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Free movies Grant Park Chicago.  Grant Park will host four movies as part of the Summer Film Series at a new location. Where: Grant Park, Movie showing by Logan Monument, at Michigan Ave. and 9th St.. When:  Start time is approximate, all movies begin at dusk. Monday, June 17, 2019 - … [Read more...] about Free movies Grant Park Chicago

Free Wednesday Millennium Park concerts

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Free Wednesday Millennium Park concerts.  Whether you're picnicking on the Great Lawn or you've snagged a free seat in the back half of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion attending a FREE concert in Millennium Park is one of the best deals in town. Where:  Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E Randolph St, 312 … [Read more...] about Free Wednesday Millennium Park concerts

Free outdoor movies Wicker Park

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Free outdoor movies Wicker Park. Where:  Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen Avenue, (312) 742-7553 When: Movies start times are approximate. Movies start at dusk. Thursday, June 13, 2019 - 8:30pm Movies in the Parks at Wicker Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park Movie: Stardust - PG-13 - CC Thursday, … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies Wicker Park

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

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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