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Free exhibits at Newberry Library

Free exhibits at Newberry Library. The Newberry Library is a fascinating place, a private research library with some incredible collections, exhibits and lectures and workshops many of which are free. Where:  Newberry Library, 60 West Walton Street, (312) 943-9090. Location and … [Read more...] about Free exhibits at Newberry Library

Family fishing classes at Northerly Island

Family fishing classes at Northerly Island.  Join Chicago's Fish'N Kids Program at Northerly Island. When:  October 6, 13, 20, 2021 9:00am-11:00am; October 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Where:  Northerly Island, 1521 S. Linn White Dr. Call Fishing Program Manager Carl … [Read more...] about Family fishing classes at Northerly Island

Free Neighborhood Open House at Gompers Park

Free Neighborhood Open House at Gompers Park When: Sat, Oct 2, 2021 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Where: Gompers (Samuel) Park, 4222 W. Foster Ave. The Gompers Park Advisory Council [GPAC] is hosting a free open house at Gompers Park. Learn about park programs, local organizations, and connect with … [Read more...] about Free Neighborhood Open House at Gompers Park

Downtown Chicago Rooftops and Patios

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Downtown Chicago rooftops and patios. Well time for glorious outdoor dining and drinking is almost over.  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 on a rooftop or patio.  Most patios and rooftops … [Read more...] about Downtown Chicago Rooftops and Patios

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Free Thee Best Western Block Party

Free Thee Best Western Block Party When:  Saturday, October 9, 2021 12:00PM-8:00PM Where:  The Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Avenue, (773) 276-3600. Admission free. Music Friendly Dancing fairground (Cortez St.)   Tickets A new Block Party that celebrates Western Avenue which … [Read more...] about Free Thee Best Western Block Party

Chicago Garage Sales

Chicago Garage Sales. Looking for Chicago-area garage sales, moving sales, yard sales, and estate sales? Use our handy Chicago garage sale map! We've partnered with Gsalr.com to bring you a mobile-friendly, interactive map to make your bargain shopping easier and faster. Pinch, pan, or zoom to … [Read more...] about Chicago Garage Sales

Visit Indiana Dunes State Park

Visit Indiana Dunes State Park.  The Indiana Dunes are split into two parks - an Indiana State Park and a National Park.  This post covers the state park. Read about the National Park here. The Indiana Dunes State Park is 2,182 acres of differing habitats, and a wide range of plant … [Read more...] about Visit Indiana Dunes State Park

Visit Indiana Dunes National Park Closed

Visit Indiana Dunes National Park 9/28/21 update: The Indiana Dunes National Park beaches are closed due to some kind of sludge spill from nearby US Steel into Lake Michigan. https://www.nps.gov/indu/index.htm The Indiana Dunes are split into two parks - an Indiana State Park and a National … [Read more...] about Visit Indiana Dunes National Park Closed

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