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Chicago streets open for outdoor dining – River North

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Chicago streets open for outdoor dining - River North. 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 – River North

Free Astronomy in the Parks

Free Astronomy in the Parks Astronomy in the Parks, hosted by the Chicago Astronomer group leads free telescope observing programs in Chicago neighborhoods. These events are part of Night out in the Parks from the Chicago Park District. Masks are required. Telescope observing is … [Read more...] about Free Astronomy in the Parks

Free concerts Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago

Free concerts Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago. Friday outdoor concerts are back. When: Each Friday of the year at 12:10 p.m., free Noonday concerts. July and August in the courtyard off Michigan Avenue, by the fountain. Where: Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E Chestnut St, … [Read more...] about Free concerts Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago

Discount museum admission for suburban Chicago residents

Discount museum admission for suburban Chicago residents If you live in the suburbs and have a library card from a participating library you may be able to get free or discount museum passes through the Museum Adventure Pass program. If passes are available can check them out either … [Read more...] about Discount museum admission for suburban Chicago residents

Discount admission with Explore More Illinois

Discount admission with Explore More Illinois I was looking for ways for suburban residents can get discount admission to area attractions and museums and I discovered the Explore More Illinois website. Unfortunately the Chicago Public Library does not participate in this program. I … [Read more...] about Discount admission with Explore More Illinois

Visit Illinois Railway Museum

Visit Illinois Railway Museum Where: 7000 Olson Road, Union, Illinois, 60180 1-815-923-4391. Check the website for current hours. Admission : Adult (Ages 18 - 64) $11.00 - $15.00. Child Ages 2 - 12 $8.00 - $11.00. Youth ages 13 - 17 $9.00 - $13.00. Senior Ages 65+ $9.00 - $13.00. … [Read more...] about Visit Illinois Railway Museum

Where to boat, canoe, kayak around Chicago

Where to boat, canoe, kayak around Chicago If you're looking to get out of the house and into nature consider renting a boat at one of the Cook County Forest Preserves locations. Boating availability is weather dependent so call first before heading out. Personally if you have no … [Read more...] about Where to boat, canoe, kayak around Chicago

Join Red Robin Royalty get free birthday burger

Join Red Robin Royalty get free birthday burger Enjoy rewards like a Free Birthday Burger and 10th Item Free. You'll also get offers for discounts and other deals. Sometimes Red Robins offers free kids meals on Wednesdays. Join now. Find more restaurant deals and coupons … [Read more...] about Join Red Robin Royalty get free birthday burger

Free Tree Walks around Chicago

Free Tree Walks around Chicago. Treekeepers offers free tree walks around Chicago from time-to-time. Each walk is different with tree id and more. Tree Walk of Garfield Park Conservatory When: Fri, Jul 16, 2021 - 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM Register Where: Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 … [Read more...] about Free Tree Walks around Chicago

Denny’s all-you-can-eat pancakes $4

Denny’s all-you-can-eat pancakes $4. Denny’s is serving all-you-can-eat pancakes for $4 every day. You can find this deal on their Value Menu at participating locations. According to Denny’s, the offer is a permanent fixture on its menu. Locations Denny's 711 N Harlem Avenue, Oak … [Read more...] about Denny’s all-you-can-eat pancakes $4

AMC Theatres 30% off tickets before 5pm

AMC Theatres 30% off tickets before 5pm Get 30% off movies tickets every day for a showtime before 5pm. This offer doesn't appear to be restricted to AMC Stubs member. Keep in mind that there are several deals that may be better depending on when and how many people are going to … [Read more...] about AMC Theatres 30% off tickets before 5pm

Free events Hyde Park Art Center

Free events Hyde Park Art Center. Every Week Year Round When: Every week year round. Where: 5020 S. Cornell Avenue, 773-324-5520. If you're looking for something free and educational to do consider checking out Hyde Park Arts Center. This nonprofit offers free arts … [Read more...] about Free events Hyde Park Art Center

Join MyMcDonald’s earn free food

Join MyMcDonald’s earn free food The program is only available in app so you will have to download it in order to sign up. After your first purchase you will earn 1,500 bonus points. The bonus points are available for new members only through December 31. My points loaded … [Read more...] about Join MyMcDonald’s earn free food

Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap

Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap. The Chicago Botanical Garden (1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022, (847) 835-5440) offers activities and programs year round. Walk through the beautiful scenery throughout the 385 acres, including 26 gardens, four natural areas, including prairie and … [Read more...] about Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap

Adler Planetarium reopens July 3 Free days

Adler Planetarium reopens July 3 When: Saturday, July 3, 2021. Illinois Resident Discount Days are July 3-4, July 10-11, and July 17-18. Subsequent weekend events will be the regular price of $15. So the Skyshows are free on those days! The July 3 Skyshows are sold … [Read more...] about Adler Planetarium reopens July 3 Free days