If you're taking a trip up to Andersonville check out these drinking and dining deals before you go. All of the following information was put together by the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce. Where: 5200 N. Clark Street (at Foster Avenue) and surrounding area. DRINKS & DINING DEALS … [Read more...] about Andersonville Drinking and Dining Deals
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Fashion Outlets of Chicago Shopper Rewards Savings
Fashion Outlets of Chicago Shopper Rewards. I posted about the amazing savings with Spring Rewards here and Shopper Rewards at Shops at North Bridge here. Now I've discovered that the same deal is available at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont. I'm not a big fan of outlet malls, because I'm … [Read more...] about Fashion Outlets of Chicago Shopper Rewards Savings
Outlet mall review: The Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont
Outlet mall review: The Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont. The following review was written by my predecessor in August 2014. I have nothing to add except: In addition to being to be able to get to this mall without a car (see below) from the same CTA stop you can also catch the FREE … [Read more...] about Outlet mall review: The Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont
Chicago French Market: free musical performance
Chicago French Market: free musical performance The Chicago French Market has a unique collection of 31 local specialty food vendors. Travel + Leisure ranks it as one of America's Top Food Halls. Every Wednesday and Thursday the market will be offering free rush hour musical performances … [Read more...] about Chicago French Market: free musical performance
Hyde Park Historical Society Open House
Hyde Park Historical Society Open House. When: Saturday, Oct. 8, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 6 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Hyde Park Historical Society, 5529 S. Lake Park Ave. The Hyde Park Historical Society (HPHS) will have an open house. The open house will feature a new exhibit … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Historical Society Open House
$5 concert at Chicago Bridgehouse Museum
$5 concert at Chicago Bridgehouse Museum. Friends of the Chicago River's McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum is excited to partner with the Old Town School of Folk Music and participate in their summer concert series, 77 Beats. When: Thursday, September 22, 2016 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 … [Read more...] about $5 concert at Chicago Bridgehouse Museum
Top Ten: Free things to do in Chicago
Top Ten: Free things to do in Chicago. Chicago is a big city, and like most big cities, it can be expensive for residents and visitors alike. And yet, there are amazing, fun, and free things to do here. Below are some highlights. If you really want to check the city out read: Free or cheap things … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Free things to do in Chicago
Explore Chicago’s 606
Explore Chicago's 606. Location: Bloomingdale Ave (1800 N) from Ashland Ave. (1600 W) to Ridgeway (3750 W). Open 6AM to 11PM. CTA Guides or maps. Follow winter Trail conditions on Twitter. About: The Bloomingdale Trail is an elevated 2.7-mile-long former rail line … [Read more...] about Explore Chicago’s 606
Guide to the John Hancock Center Chicago
The distinctive looking John Hancock Center has a few interesting things to see and do in and around it: Where: 875 N. Michigan Avenue 360 Chicago is the John Hancock enclosed observation floor located on the 94th Floor. Admission is $19 adult, $13 children 3-11 and 2 and under free. … [Read more...] about Guide to the John Hancock Center Chicago
Guide to attending Millennium Park concerts
Opening night is fast approaching so if you've never been to a concert here's everything you need to know in order to have an excellent experience. 1. Millennium Park is open every day from 6am to 11pm. Most evening concerts end by 9PM and the official rules are that you may remain for an hour … [Read more...] about Guide to attending Millennium Park concerts
Free Chicago Loop Architectural Tour app
The WTTW Chicago Loop Walking Tour narrated by Jeffrey Baer is excellent. Get the app here. Several online reviews said the app was slow but I found it to be fine and it works on my ancient iphone on ios7. Walk through the Loop and hear Jeffrey Baer talk about many of our great buildings. He … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Loop Architectural Tour app
Discount tickets Harris Theatre Chicago
The Harris Theater is has two discount ticket offers. This is a great way to get in a some culture on the cheap. Where: Harris Theatre, 205 E Randolph Street, 312-334-7777. Purchase tickets here. Mix at Six You can purchase tickets for a four performances series for $30 or $7.50 per … [Read more...] about Discount tickets Harris Theatre Chicago
Save time: Renew Chicago Vehicle Sticker online
The City of Chicago, beginning July 1, is no longer offering a grace period for expired vehicle stickers. In the past you had a 15-day grace period from the expiration date of your sticker before you would be issued a $200 ticket. Now if your City Sticker expires June 30 you can start getting $200 … [Read more...] about Save time: Renew Chicago Vehicle Sticker online
Camp on Northerly Island Oct 1
Every year the Chicago Park District host four camping events at select parks. This year one of the parks will be Northerly Island! Family Camping at Northerly Island When: Saturday, October 1, 2016 from 2:00 PM - 10:00 AM (Oct 2) Registration opens July 10 9AM.Cancelled Where: Northerly Island … [Read more...] about Camp on Northerly Island Oct 1
Volunteer to help plant and care for trees
Get out in nature, get some exercise and help green our city. Volunteer with TreeKeepers to plant and care for trees around the city. No experience necessary. Trained TreeKeepers will be on hand supervising and assisting. Please wear closed toe shoes and bring gloves if you have … [Read more...] about Volunteer to help plant and care for trees