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Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago

Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago. Lincoln Park contains 35 pieces of art hiding in plain sight throughout the park from Hollywood south to North Avenue. I wasn't able to find a map labeled with all the art so I've listed the location of each piece.  Take a walk through the park and … [Read more...] about Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago

Tickets on sale Bears Family Fun Fest

Tickets on sale Bears Family Fun Fest. Bear down! Tickets go on sale to the public beginning Thursday, June 29 at 11:00 am Central. Group tickets (20 or more) can be purchased by calling the Chicago Bears Ticket Sales and Service Team at (847) 615-BEAR (2327). Be sure to secure the best locations … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale Bears Family Fun Fest

Here’s the deal on free day at Shedd Aquarium Chicago

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Here's the deal on free day at Shedd Aquarium Chicago. Free days for IL Residents allow access to many exhibits.  Due to limited capacity, advance reservations will be required.  A $3 transaction fee applies to Illinois Free Day tickets reserved online. 2021 Free Museum Days Aquarium … [Read more...] about Here’s the deal on free day at Shedd Aquarium Chicago

Chicago History Museum: History Happy Hour Series

Chicago History Museum History Happy Hour Series. When: Tuesday, May 23, 2017 5:30PM-7:30PM Where: 1601 N Clark St., 312-642-4600 General admission is free for Illinois residents on Tuesday evenings; purchase a ticket to History Happy Hour to include the booze. Each month History Happy … [Read more...] about Chicago History Museum: History Happy Hour Series

Tour Rick Bayless’ Organic Garden

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Tour Rick Bayless' organic garden.  Note:  Mr Bayless switched gardeners and no longer offers tours.  Rick Bayless' organic gardener Bill Shores leads tours on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in Rick Bayless' backyard. The cost is $25. Available dates are:  May 31, July 5, Aug 23 and Sept. … [Read more...] about Tour Rick Bayless’ Organic Garden

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Discount Chicago Theatre tours

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Discount Chicago Theatre tours are available through Goldstar. Tour Schedule: 12PM Tours Daily, (*Please note, some areas of the theatre may be restricted based on performance schedules). Discount dates vary. Where: 175 N State St, (312) 462-6300 Discount tickets for $9.50 here.  Regular ticket … [Read more...] about Discount Chicago Theatre tours

Free Chicago Birthday Celebration

Free Chicago Birthday Celebration. Celebrate Chicago’s 180th Birthday. When: March 4, 2017 10AM-2PM Where: Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St., 312-642-4600 Free. No reservations needed. Join the Chicago History Museum and celebrate the city’s 180th birthday. Festivities include music, … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Birthday Celebration

How to Access free magazines on the CPL website

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How to Access free magazines on the CPL website The Chicago Public Library is a great free resource.  Here's how to get free access to hundreds of magazines from The Advocate to Working Mother. Save money and trees by reading them on your Kindle or ipad.  You can also read them on your laptop or … [Read more...] about How to Access free magazines on the CPL website

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