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Experience a 19th century saloon

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Experience a 19th century saloon. The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel is recreating a 19th Century saloon, Foxy Ed’s,  complete with booze and themed events. When: May 3rd- 26th on Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings, 5pm-Midnight. Where: Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, 12 S. … [Read more...] about Experience a 19th century saloon

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Here’s the deal on free day at Shedd Aquarium Chicago

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Here's the deal on free day at Shedd Aquarium Chicago. Free days for IL Residents allow access to many exhibits.  Due to limited capacity, advance reservations will be required.  A $3 transaction fee applies to Illinois Free Day tickets reserved online. 2021 Free Museum Days Aquarium … [Read more...] about Here’s the deal on free day at Shedd Aquarium Chicago

Chicago History Museum: History Happy Hour Series

Chicago History Museum History Happy Hour Series. When: Tuesday, May 23, 2017 5:30PM-7:30PM Where: 1601 N Clark St., 312-642-4600 General admission is free for Illinois residents on Tuesday evenings; purchase a ticket to History Happy Hour to include the booze. Each month History Happy … [Read more...] about Chicago History Museum: History Happy Hour Series

Free Chicago Birthday Celebration

Free Chicago Birthday Celebration. Celebrate Chicago’s 180th Birthday. When: March 4, 2017 10AM-2PM Where: Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St., 312-642-4600 Free. No reservations needed. Join the Chicago History Museum and celebrate the city’s 180th birthday. Festivities include music, … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Birthday Celebration

Chicago French Market: free musical performance

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Chicago French Market: free musical performance The Chicago French Market has a unique collection of 31 local specialty food vendors.  Travel + Leisure ranks it as one of America's Top Food Halls. Every Wednesday and Thursday the market will be offering free rush hour musical performances … [Read more...] about Chicago French Market: free musical performance

Hyde Park Historical Society Open House

Hyde Park Historical Society Open House. When: Saturday, Oct. 8, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 6 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Hyde Park Historical Society, 5529 S. Lake Park Ave. The Hyde Park Historical Society (HPHS) will have an open house. The open house will feature a new exhibit … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Historical Society Open House

Guide to attending Millennium Park concerts

Opening night is fast approaching so if you've never been to a concert here's everything you need to know in order to have an excellent experience. 1.  Millennium Park is open every day from 6am to 11pm. Most evening concerts end by 9PM and the official rules are that you may remain for an hour … [Read more...] about Guide to attending Millennium Park concerts

Volunteer to help plant and care for trees

Get out in nature, get some exercise and help green our city.  Volunteer with TreeKeepers to plant and care for trees around the city.  No experience necessary.  Trained TreeKeepers will be on hand supervising and assisting.  Please wear closed toe shoes and bring gloves if you have … [Read more...] about Volunteer to help plant and care for trees

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