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Celebrate July 4 at the Chicago History Museum

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Celebrate July 4 at the Chicago History Museum. Where:  Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St., 312-642-4600, When:  Wednesday, July 4, 2018 10AM-4:30PM, Uihlein Plaza in the back of the museum Enjoy outdoor family-friendly festivities including patriotic music, a reading of the Declaration … [Read more...] about Celebrate July 4 at the Chicago History Museum

Free event Harold Washington Library

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Free event Harold Washington Library. Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 19th Annual Tribute to Dancer Katherine Dunham When: Friday, June 22, 2018 (12:15PM – 1:15PM) The SpiritWing Dance Ensemble with Artistic Director Laurie Goux continues its annual tradition … [Read more...] about Free event Harold Washington 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

Harold Washington Library: Free Business, Law and Money lecture series

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Harold Washington Library: free Business, Law and Money lecture series. The Chicago Public Library's FREE Business, Law and Money lecture series continues with the following events: Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street. Always call or check the CPL website subject to … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library: Free Business, Law and Money lecture series

Harold Washington Library Free Genealogy Workshops

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Harold Washington Library Free Genealogy Workshops The Harold Washington Library Center offers an ongoing History and Genealogy series of workshops and lectures to help people research their family history. Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State Street, (312) 747-4300. Always call to confirm. … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free Genealogy Workshops

Harold Washington Library Free Lectures

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Harold Washington Library: Free Lectures. Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 312-747-4300. Always call to confirm or check the website. Event subject to cancellation. Tickets appear to be available for a number of free Printers Row Lit Fest events.  Register now if … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free Lectures

CPL Celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month

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CPL Celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month.  CPL is hosting a variety of free programs and events that highlight the culture, heritage, contributions and achievements of folks in the LGBTQ community. When:  June-1-30, 2018 Where: Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center and various branch … [Read more...] about CPL Celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month

Free Gallery Talk at Harold Washington Library

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Free Gallery Talk at Harold Washington Library Where: Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State St. 3rd Floor North Gallery Opening Gallery Talk: The Maxwell Street Collection Exhibit June 1, 6, 13, 20, 27 2018 (12:00PM – 1:00PM) The exhibit is on display June 1-30 in the 3rd Floor … [Read more...] about Free Gallery Talk at Harold Washington Library

Free Small Business Expo

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Free Small Business Expo.  If you're thinking about starting a business (everyone should have a side hustle as a way to help build wealth ) consider attending this free expo for great info on how to get started. When:  Thursday, June 21st from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Where:  1871, 222 Merchandise … [Read more...] about Free Small Business Expo

Free events Newberry Library

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Free events Newberry Library. Following are multiple lectures and events at the Newberry. Where: Newberry Library, 60 West Walton Street, (312) 943-9090. Open to the Public. All events are free and registration is required. Click on link for each event. The Newberry ground floor is under … [Read more...] about Free events Newberry Library

Free films at Chicago Cultural Center

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Free films at Chicago Cultural Center. Where: 78 E. Washington, Claudia Cassidy Theater The Chinese Exclusion Act When:  Saturday, May 19, 2018 2pm-4pm RSVP The Chinese Exclusion Act is a documentary that explores the important connections between the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act — the only … [Read more...] about Free films at Chicago Cultural Center

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. 2018 MOST … [Read more...] about Landmarks Illinois Free Lectures

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