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Northerly Island: Free Polar Adventure Day

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Northerly Island: Free Polar Adventure Day. Celebrate the Annual Polar Adventure Days and explore the outdoors at Northerly Island during the winter. When:  Saturday, December 14, 2019, January 25, 2020, February 29, 2020Time: 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM Always call or check the CPD website to … [Read more...] about Northerly Island: Free Polar Adventure Day

Free McCormick Tribune Ice Rink DJ Nights

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Free McCormick Tribune Ice Rink DJ Nights Where:  Millennium Park, McCormick Tribune Ice Rink, 55 N. Michigan When: 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6–8pm (December 5-March 5). DJs spin the music while skaters spin on the ice on the Admission is free. Skate rental rates apply.  Or bring your own … [Read more...] about Free McCormick Tribune Ice Rink DJ Nights

Explore Cook County Forest Preserves

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Explore Cook County Forest Preserves. The Forest Preserve District of Cook County, with more than 69,000-acres, is the largest forest preserve district in the United States. It receives an estimated 40 million visits each year. The locations are too numerous but you can search by facilities and … [Read more...] about Explore Cook County Forest Preserves

Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon Nov 15-March 8

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Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon. Where: 337 E. Randolph St.,  (312) 742-3918. Hours: Weather Permitting Monday-Thursday 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm; Zamboni times 2:30 pm & 5:00 pm Friday-Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm; Zamboni times 12:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm & 7:30 pm Skate rental stops … [Read more...] about Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon Nov 15-March 8

Free entrance to America’s National Parks

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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

Northerly Island $5 snowtrekking

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Northerly Island $5 snow trekking When:   January 4, 11, 18, 2020 10AM-2PM. Where: Northerly Island, 1521 S. Linn White Dr., Call (312) 745-2910. Age Range: Any. Call to confirm. Event subject to change without notice. There must be at least three inches of snow. Check out snowshoeing and … [Read more...] about Northerly Island $5 snowtrekking

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink Nov 15-March 8

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McCormick Tribune Ice Rink. Where: Millennium Park, McCormick Tribune Ice Rink, 55 N. Michigan When:  November 15-March 8, 2020 Admission: free.  Skate Rentals & Sharpening: Toddler 8 to Adult 13 available first come, first serve.  $13 Monday–Thursday, $15 Friday-Sunday and Holidays … [Read more...] about McCormick Tribune Ice Rink Nov 15-March 8

Free Cook County Forest Preserves events

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Free Cook County Forest Preserves events. There are a million free things to do  in the Cook Country Forest Preserves.  Get out into the outdoors.  All events are open to the public and all ages are welcome.  No registration required or fee except where indicated. Events subject to change and … [Read more...] about Free Cook County Forest Preserves events

Register for Chicago Park District winter programs

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Register for Chicago Park District winter programs. Registration Dates Parks located west of California Avenue (2800 W.) will begin registration on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 9 am. Parks located east of California Avenue (2800 W.) will begin registration on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 9 … [Read more...] about Register for Chicago Park District winter programs

Free Tree Walks around Chicago

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Free Tree Walks around Chicago Treekeepers offers free tree walks around Chicago from time-to-time. Each walk is different with tree id and more. Palmer Square Tree Walk When:  Sunday, November 3, 2019   12 - 2pm Where:  2200 N. Kedzie Ave.  Meet at the corner of Kedzie and Palmer, inside … [Read more...] about Free Tree Walks around Chicago

Free Workouts at Gallagher Way

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Free Workouts at Gallagher Way.  Gallagher Way hosts free workouts from May-September. Where: 3635 N Clark St between Addison and Waveland (773) 388-8260. All participants must complete the Fitness Waiver Form. Waiver forms will be available on site the day of each event. Orangetheory Fitness … [Read more...] about Free Workouts at Gallagher Way

Free Wooded Island Bird Walks

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Free Wooded Island Bird Walks. When: Every Saturday 2019 8AM Where: Wooded Island Jackson Park.  Meet at the parking lot south of the Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) 5700 S Lake Shore Dr.  Parking lot is accessible via Science Drive, the intersection just south of 57th Drive and MSI. For … [Read more...] about Free Wooded Island Bird Walks

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