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Free events Glessner House

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Free events Glessner House.  NOTE:  This event is sponsored by Glessner House but takes place at Second Presbyterian Church. When: Sunday, February 24, 2019, 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Where:   Second Presbyterian Church 1936 South Michigan Avenue. (312) 326-1480 In celebration of Black History … [Read more...] about Free events Glessner House

Free Genealogy Group Near North Library

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Free Genealogy Group Near North Library When:  Monday, February 25, 2019 (6:30PM – 7:30PM) Where:  Near North Library: 310 W. Division Street, (312) 744-0991. Always call the library to confirm. Subject to cancellation. Find help with your genealogy questions to move your research forward. … [Read more...] about Free Genealogy Group Near North Library

Free lectures at Near North Library

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Free lectures at Near North Library Where:  Near North Library: 310 W. Division Street, (312) 744-0991. Ethical Dilemmas in Our Own Time and Beyond  Tuesday, February 19, 2019 (6:00PM – 7:00PM) Location:  DePaul University Richardson Library 2350 N Kenmore Ave How will the ethical issues … [Read more...] about Free lectures at Near North Library

Harold Washington Library Free Author Lecture Series

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Harold Washington Library Free Author Lecture Series. Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 312-747-4300. Most events are in the Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, Lower Level.  Schedule subject to change or cancellation. Always call to confirm or check the CPL website. … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free Author Lecture Series

Discount tickets to Chicago Flower and Garden show

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Discount tickets to Chicago Flower and Garden show. When:  Wednesday, March 20 - Sunday, March 24, 2019. Hours:  Wed, March 20 - Sat, March 23 – 10:00AM - 8:00PM,  Sun, March 24 10:00AM - 6:00PM Where: Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave., Festival Hall A & B 312-595-7437 Up to 50% off tickets … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Chicago Flower and Garden show

Get tickets to The Interview Show

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Get tickets to The Interview Show. When: March 1, 2019 Doors open 6:00PM Taping starts 6:30PM-8:30PM Where:  The Hideout at 1354 W. Wabansia Get tickets to a taping of The Interview Show $17.71 (with fees) If you've never heard or or watched The Interview Show it's a regular guy, Mark Bazer, … [Read more...] about Get tickets to The Interview Show

Free Events Smart Museum of Art

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Free Events Smart Museum of Art. The Smart Museum is always free. Where:  The Smart Museum of Art, 5550 S. Greenwood, 773-702-0200. smart-museum@uchicago.edu Most lectures, workshops, concerts, and other programs at the Smart Museum of Art are free and open to the public. Space can be limited. … [Read more...] about Free Events Smart Museum of Art

Landmarks Illinois Free Lectures

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Landmarks Illinois Free Lectures. Landmarks Illinois sponsors a series of free lectures Preservation Snapshots throughout the year. All events take place at the Auditorium Building, Roosevelt University’s Congress Lounge, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, 2nd Floor unless otherwise indicated. The Chicago … [Read more...] about Landmarks Illinois Free Lectures

Free tours Clark House

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Free tours Clark House When:  Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 1pm and 2:30pm. Hours subject to change always call first. Where:  Clarke House Museum, 1827 S. Indiana Ave., 312-326-1480 The Clarke House Museum is Chicago's oldest home. Tours of this 1836 Greek Revival-style house reveal … [Read more...] about Free tours Clark House

Free Harold Washington Library Art Workshops

Free Harold Washington Library Art Workshops. Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 312-747-4300.  Check easel near escalators for workshop locations.  All events are subject to change.  Call first before heading over. Lucky Cat Collage with Annie Chu Tuesday, February … [Read more...] about Free Harold Washington Library Art Workshops

Free events Chinatown Library

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Free events Chinatown Library. Where: 2100 S. Wentworth Avenue, (312) 747-8013 I take the water taxi to Chinatown in summer and rest of the time I take the 62 Archer bus. I'm not too keen on the Red Line.  All events subject to change. Always call first before heading over. Chinese Tai Chi … [Read more...] about Free events Chinatown Library

Free Chicago Loop Walking Tours

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Free Chicago Loop Walking Tours. Where: Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State Street, (312) 747-4300. This tour is led by urbanologist Max Grinnell. Rain or shine! Walking Tour: Transit Time in the Loop Saturday, February 2, 2019 (10:00AM – 11:00AM) Along with the El, the Loop has … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Loop Walking Tours

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