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Downtown Chicago Rooftops and Patios

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Downtown Chicago rooftops and patios. Well time for glorious outdoor dining and drinking is almost over.  Since we only have a few months of great weather in this city it's always worth the splurge to drink and/or snack or dine alfresco on a rooftop or patio.  Most patios and rooftops … [Read more...] about Downtown Chicago Rooftops and Patios

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Free Thee Best Western Block Party

Free Thee Best Western Block Party When:  Saturday, October 9, 2021 12:00PM-8:00PM Where:  The Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Avenue, (773) 276-3600. Admission free. Music Friendly Dancing fairground (Cortez St.)   Tickets A new Block Party that celebrates Western Avenue which … [Read more...] about Free Thee Best Western Block Party

Pier Perks Days at Navy Pier

Pier Perks Days at Navy Pier When: Every Tuesday and Thursday.  The deals vary by season. Where: Various locations Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Navy Pier is offering deals on Pier Perks Days which are Tuesdays and Thursdays.  Guests can take advantage of special Pier-wide offers at Pier … [Read more...] about Pier Perks Days at Navy Pier

Save money with Imperfect Foods Get $80

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Save money with Imperfect Foods Get $80 Imperfect Foods is a subscription service that sells perfectly good produce that just doesn't look pretty. This is produce that would ordinarily be thrown away because regular grocery stores only want to sell "perfect" looking produce.  They also sell … [Read more...] about Save money with Imperfect Foods Get $80

Norwood Park Fall Festival Sept 17-18

Norwood Park Fall Festival When: September 17-18, 2021 Friday, 5pm-10pm Saturday 12pm to 10pm Where: Norwood Park, 6100 N. Northwest Highway Suggested $5 donation benefits Norwood Park Chamber of Commerce This event features live music, food trucks, quality beer, at least 35 merchandise booths … [Read more...] about Norwood Park Fall Festival Sept 17-18

Sign up for Foxtrot account Get $10

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Sign up for Foxtrot account Get $10 I'd heard about Foxtrot Market and I finally checked out the Streeterville locations (535 North McClurg Court).  It's really what you may have heard- a high-end convenience store.  Still if one was near me I'd probably run in to get last minute items, … [Read more...] about Sign up for Foxtrot account Get $10

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Chicago Food Truck Fest returns July 30

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Chicago Food Truck Fest returns July 30.  Chicago Food Truck Fest is returning!  Mark your calendars. Food Trucks are a great way to get a high quality and less-expensive meal on the go and you're also helping a small business owner. Check weekly listing of participating trucks on … [Read more...] about Chicago Food Truck Fest returns July 30

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Chicago streets open for outdoor dining – River North

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Chicago streets open for outdoor dining - River North.  The City will be closing select streets to traffic again this year to enable expanded outdoor dining.  Sidewalk patios will be extended into the street and at some locations there will be a few communal tables set up for dining on … [Read more...] about Chicago streets open for outdoor dining – River North

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