Volunteer at Bill Jarvis Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Lincoln Park. Where: East side of the Sanctuary (Addison Ave. and Lake Shore Drive, east of the totem pole) at the small garage near the viewing platform. Parking is north of the Sanctuary in the Waveland Golf Course lot. Contact site steward … [Read more...] about Volunteer at Bill Jarvis Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Lincoln Park
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Free exhibit Design Museum of Chicago
Free exhibit Design Museum of Chicago. When: Opening June 12, 2021. Where: 72 E. Randolph 1-312-894-6263. $5 suggested donation COTC note: It's not clear if the museum will be open on June 12, 2021. Since the City and State will fully … [Read more...] about Free exhibit Design Museum of Chicago
Eating and drinking along the Chicago Riverwalk
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Eating and drinking along the Chicago Riverwalk. The Chicago Riverwalk is a beautiful stroll and a nice way to travel from A to B (weather permitting). Dining options are limited so you'll have to spend more in order to enjoy the fantastic views. Given that we only have a few … [Read more...] about Eating and drinking along the Chicago Riverwalk
Free gallery tours Chicago River North
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Free gallery tours Chicago River North. When: Second Saturday of each month beginning June 12, 2021 11AM-12:30PM Where: Tours depart from Addington Gallery, 704 N Wells St More info here. Enjoy a free art gallery tour, led by an owner or representative, of at least three galleries in … [Read more...] about Free gallery tours Chicago River North
Tour Soldier Field $15
Tour Soldier Field $15. Experience both the historic and modern-day Soldier Field Stadium. When: Open tour schedule will be updated at the end of each month. (Click on "Tours" then scroll down). Additional tour dates and times for the following month will become available then. No weekend … [Read more...] about Tour Soldier Field $15
Where to hike in Lake County Illinois
Where to hike in Lake County Illinois. There are so many places to hike in Illinois that I had to break out the City of Chicago and then each collar county into separate posts. This is installment three. I can't attest to any of these trails since my hiking is limited to walking … [Read more...] about Where to hike in Lake County Illinois
$20 off Sam’s Club membership
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$20 off Sam’s Club membership. If you've been thinking about getting a Sam's Club for warehouse shopping, now is the time. This is a great way to try it out and see the savings for yourself. A membership normally costs $45. Now for a limited time sign up through my link (thank you in advance) and … [Read more...] about $20 off Sam’s Club membership
Where to hike in Chicago
Where to hike in Chicago, There are many place to hike in and around Chicago. Trail access may change due to Covid restrictions, weather or any other reason. Please exercise caution when hiking. Do not go to any of these areas after dark. Friendly Reminder: Always … [Read more...] about Where to hike in Chicago
Free Music Navy Pier Beer Garden
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Free Music Navy Pier Beer Garden. When: Select dates May 29 – September 6, 2021 Schedule here. Where: Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand, Beer Garden Free Trolleys Canceled in 2021 Navy Pier offers free Live on the Lake! outdoor music performances. The Pier has announced that their free … [Read more...] about Free Music Navy Pier Beer Garden
Join Giordano’s G-Club Get $5
Join Giordano's G-Club Get $5 Join the G-Club and receive $5 off your delivery or carry-out order of $25 or more. Sign up here I haven't eaten at Giordano's in a long time. When my office was in a building that had one I always ordered their Greek Salad. I was checking to see if … [Read more...] about Join Giordano’s G-Club Get $5
Explore Chicago’s Lakefront Trail South
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Exploring Chicago's Lakefront Trail South. The Lakefront Trail is one of Chicago's best attractions. It runs north and south parallel and to the east of Lake Shore Drive. You can walk it, skate it, bike it or use Divvy bikes along the way. And the best part is it's FREE. From … [Read more...] about Explore Chicago’s Lakefront Trail South
Chicago streets open for outdoor dining – Rush Street
Chicago streets open for outdoor dining - Rush Street. 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 – Rush Street
Guide to Chicago Beaches
Guide to Chicago Beaches. Yeah! Chicago beach season commences Friday, May 28 through Monday, September 2, 2024. The beaches are generally open from 11 AM to 7 PM. Following are the highlights of all the beaches. Check here for more details. Chicago has … [Read more...] about Guide to Chicago Beaches
Chicago Lakefront Restaurants
Chicago Lakefront Restaurants 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 at the beach or along the lakefront. The beaches reopen May 28-Labor Day (Sept 6) so there's not a lot of time to enjoy our … [Read more...] about Chicago Lakefront Restaurants
Explore Chicago’s Lakefront Trail North
Exploring Chicago's Lakefront Trail North. The Lakefront Trail is one of Chicago's best attractions. It runs north and south parallel and to the east of Lake Shore Drive. You can walk it, skate it, bike it or use Divvy bikes along the way. And the best part is it's … [Read more...] about Explore Chicago’s Lakefront Trail North
