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Free Chicago SummerDance Aug 18-Sept 15

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Free Chicago SummerDance Aug 18-Sept 15 The largest annual outdoor dancing series in the US returns with swing, waltz, salsa and more. Go to dance or simply to enjoy the music. When:  Select dates August 18-Septemebr 15, 2021. Dance Lesson: 4:30-5:30pm. Music & Dancing: 5:30–7:30pm … [Read more...] about Free Chicago SummerDance Aug 18-Sept 15

Free Saturday morning workouts at Millennium Park

Free Saturday morning workouts at Millennium Park. Kick off your summer weekend with a FREE morning workout on the Great Lawn of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.  Workouts are open to people with all levels of experience. When: Every Saturday, July 3–August 28, 2021 … [Read more...] about Free Saturday morning workouts at Millennium Park

Free fitness classes at Navy Pier

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Free fitness classes at Navy Pier. As part of Navy Pier's transformation they are offering free fitness classes most of the year. When: Tuesdays, June 1 – August 31, 2021  Subject to change without notice. Where: Navy Pier 700 E. Grand, Polk Bros Park Performance Lawn, City Stage area. … [Read more...] about Free fitness classes at Navy Pier

Register for Chicago Park District Summer Programs

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Register for Chicago Park District Summer Programs. Online Chicago Park District summer program registration begins Monday 5/10/21 @ 9am for in-person programs at parks located West of California Ave. & for all Virtual Programs Tuesday 5/11/21@ 9am for in-person programs at parks located … [Read more...] about Register for Chicago Park District Summer Programs

Where to get the Covid vaccine in Chicago Anywhere

Where to get the Covid vaccine in Chicago 6/3/21 Update:  This post is no longer being updated.  There are now appointments available anywhere including select City, County and State vaccination sites as well as Walgreens .  Everyone 12 and older is eligible to be … [Read more...] about Where to get the Covid vaccine in Chicago Anywhere

Where to get the Covid vaccine in Illinois Anywhere

Where to get the Covid vaccine in Illinois 6/3/21 Update:  This post is no longer being updated.  There are now appointments available anywhere including select City, County and State vaccination sites as well as Walgreens .  Everyone 12 and older is eligible to be … [Read more...] about Where to get the Covid vaccine in Illinois Anywhere

Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap

Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap. The Chicago Botanical Garden (1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022, (847) 835-5440) offers activities and programs year round.  Walk through the beautiful scenery throughout the 385 acres, including 26 gardens, four natural areas, including prairie … [Read more...] about Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap

Where to get the Covid vaccine in Indiana – Illinois residents welcome!

Where to get the Covid vaccine in Indiana Illinois residents welcome! All of the following information is subject to change.   4/23/2021 Update:  Everyone in Chicago and Illinois age 16 and older is eligible for the vaccine.  City-run vaccination sites (United Center, … [Read more...] about Where to get the Covid vaccine in Indiana – Illinois residents welcome!

Visit Indiana Dunes National Park

Visit Indiana Dunes National Park The Indiana Dunes are split into two parks - an Indiana State Park and a National Park.  This post covers the National Park. Read about the State Park here. Indiana Dunes National Park is located on 15 miles of the southern shore of Lake Michigan.  … [Read more...] about Visit Indiana Dunes National Park

Free entrance to America’s National Parks

Free entrance to America’s National Parks. America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when they're free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for 2020 and work a free visit into your vacation plans. The Deal On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 127 National … [Read more...] about Free entrance to America’s National Parks

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