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Free Stories behind the Art Art Institute of Chicago website

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Free Stories behind the Art Art Institute of Chicago website. New Stories Just Added Get closer than ever before to the artworks in the collection with these recently added interactive features. Full of the fascinating stories behind the art, they’re perfect for a quick break from work or to … [Read more...] about Free Stories behind the Art Art Institute of Chicago website

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Broadway-Themed Activities To Do At Home

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Broadway-Themed Activities To Do At Home Take a a break from staring at the screen. Broadway Direct has compiled a list of the best Broadway-themed activities you can enjoy with your family and loved ones at home, that don’t necessarily include a computer or TV screen. Broadway Costumes To Make … [Read more...] about Broadway-Themed Activities To Do At Home

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Free online activities Art Institute of Chicago

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Free online activities Art Institute of Chicago. If you are looking for ways to get in touch with your artistic side or need more activities to engage the kids the Art Institute of Chicago has new online activities available.   There's plenty of inspiration to be found in the thousands of works … [Read more...] about Free online activities Art Institute of Chicago

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How to help Chicago Hospital Caregivers

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How to help Chicago Hospital Caregivers.  Recognize our frontline healthcare workers by dropping them a note and/or donating something, if you can. Advocate Healthcare Food and other donations Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Send a note of thanks and encouragement to a … [Read more...] about How to help Chicago Hospital Caregivers

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Free pet food in Chicago

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Free pet food in Chicago If you are unemployed and need assistance affording your pets the following organizations offer pet food and other care supplies to pet owners throughout the city. Want more tips about how to cope at home? Sign up for our free daily newsletter. Care for … [Read more...] about Free pet food in Chicago

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Restaurant grocery deals in Chicago

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Restaurant grocery deals in Chicago. Many restaurants are selling groceries and I'm searching for the good deals so check back. Morton's Wacker Place You can get delivery through GrubHub, DoorDash, Postmates and UberEats.  They are selling seafood, steaks and burgers uncooked.  They are also … [Read more...] about Restaurant grocery deals in Chicago

State of Illinois Coronavirus Updates

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State of Illinois Coronavirus Updates If you're trying to keep up with the latest info the following websites may be helpful.  All websites are updating their data constantly so they will not all match.  If I find something else I'll add it. State of Illinois Coronavirus Updates - Governor … [Read more...] about State of Illinois Coronavirus Updates

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Free online Yoga classes

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Free online Yoga classes.  There are free yoga classes for beginners to advanced. There are more options if you sign up.  However then you have to remember to cancel or you will be charged.  I've left all those off this list.  The last thing anyone needs right now is to remember to cancel or worse … [Read more...] about Free online Yoga classes

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Free Seattle Symphony performances

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Free Seattle Symphony performances Like many cultural organizations around the world Seattle's Symphony Orchestra is sharing performances that provide strength, comfort and joy. The musicians of the Seattle Symphony have generously volunteered to share free broadcasts with everyone during this … [Read more...] about Free Seattle Symphony performances

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Stream HBO Now and HBO Go for free

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Stream HBO Now and HBO Go for free For a limited time HBO is allowing non-subscribers to stream HBO Now and HBO Go for free (no end date stated).  The free #StayHomeBoxOffice programming  is supposed to be ad-free and it is but I definitely had to watch some previews.  Of course this isn't all … [Read more...] about Stream HBO Now and HBO Go for free

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Free science American Museum of Natural History

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Free science American Museum of Natural History The American Museum of Natural History in New York City is allowing free access to tours, videos, hone school programs and more.  This isn't just for kids and families there's plenty for adults to explore. Free science American Museum of Natural … [Read more...] about Free science American Museum of Natural History

How to get Chicago Emergency Alerts

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How to get Chicago Emergency Alerts Office of Emergency Management & Communications (OEMC) - Alerts from NotifyChicago Notify Chicago is a city service that provides residents with text messages, and/or e-mail alerts on various emergency and non-emergency situations taking place throughout … [Read more...] about How to get Chicago Emergency Alerts

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Comcast offers free Xfinity WiFi nationwide

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Comcast offers free Xfinity WiFi nationwide Xfinity wi-fi hotspots are currently free for anyone who needs a connection including non-subscribers. Map and search tool for Xfinity hotspots online here. Once you locate an available hotspot, just open the wi-fi settings on your device and select … [Read more...] about Comcast offers free Xfinity WiFi nationwide

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Grocery delivery options Chicago Updated

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Grocery delivery options Chicago.  Now that the Mayor is enforcing the lockdown order you may want to avoid going outside at all.  There are two ways to get groceries etc. to your home:  delivered (usually by Instacart for same, next day or later delivery) or shipped via UPS, Fed Ex, etc. where they … [Read more...] about Grocery delivery options Chicago Updated

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Grocery pickup options Chicago

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Grocery pickup options Chicago.  Now that the Mayor is enforcing the lockdown order you may want to avoid going outside except in your vehicle.  Following is a list of places where you can order groceries to be picked up.  Pick up availability may vary by location.  Keep in mind that many stores are … [Read more...] about Grocery pickup options Chicago

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