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Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso

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Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso.  The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events presents FREE cultural programs year round in Daley Plaza under the Picasso. When: Performances begin @ 12 Noon (Schedule is subject to change). Where: Daley Civic Center, 50 W. Washington … [Read more...] about Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso

Discount “Hamilton: The Exhibition” tickets

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Discount "Hamilton: The Exhibition" tickets When:  April 26-Sept 6, 2019.  M-Tues 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 pm); Wed. 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 pm), Thurs-Sat 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (last entry at 6:00 pm); Sun 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 pm) Where:  Northerly … [Read more...] about Discount “Hamilton: The Exhibition” tickets

Free Garden Tours Lincoln Park Zoo

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Free garden tours Lincoln Park Zoo. Join Lincoln Park Zoo’s Horticulture Department for a FREE tour of the beautiful zoo gardens. When: Saturdays, May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, 2019 10–11 a.m. Where:  2001 N Clark St, (312) 742-2000, Meet at information kiosk at the Patio at … [Read more...] about Free Garden Tours Lincoln Park Zoo

Free events Museum of Science and Industry

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Free events Museum of Science and Industry Free tours U505 When:  Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Where: Museum of Science and Industry Park, 5700 S Lake Shore Dr, (773) 684-1414 The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI) is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the U-505 submarine’s capture with … [Read more...] about Free events Museum of Science and Industry

Save money dining with the Ritual App Get $10 free

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Save money dining with the Ritual App Ritual allows you to skip the line, place to-go orders and there are never any added fees or mark ups. I checked several restaurants and Ritual prices matched the in-store prices. The selection of participating restaurants is decent.  And the app works … [Read more...] about Save money dining with the Ritual App Get $10 free

Lincoln Square Free Summer Concerts

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Lincoln Square Free Summer Concerts When:  Every Thursday June 6-August 29, 2019, 6:30 to 9:00pm. (weather permitting) Where:  Giddings Plaza, 4733 N. Lincoln Ave The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free summer concert series. Schedule and bands (Bands subject to … [Read more...] about Lincoln Square Free Summer Concerts

Free Senior Seminars at Daley Center Chicago

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Free Senior Seminars at Daley Center Chicago. The Circuit Court of Cook County Elder Justice Center hosts a series of FREE senior seminars and tours at Daley Plaza. When: Generally at 12PM-1:30PM. Check links below which will be added as info becomes available. Where: Richard J. Daley Center, 50 … [Read more...] about Free Senior Seminars at Daley Center Chicago

Save at Shops at North Bridge THIS DEAL HAS ENDED

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Save at Shops at North Bridge THIS DEAL HAS ENDED. I received an email on May 31, 2019 stating:   Friday, May 31st is the last day to earn Shopper Rewards Cash Monday, June 10th is the last day to apply any available Shopper Rewards Cash to offers Monday, June 10th is the last day … [Read more...] about Save at Shops at North Bridge THIS DEAL HAS ENDED

Free fitness classes at Navy Pier

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Free fitness classes at Navy Pier. As part of Navy Pier's transformation they are offering free fitness classes most of the year. When: Tuesdays, June 4 – August 20, 2019  6:00pm – 7:00pm. Subject to change without notice. Where: Navy Pier 700 E. Grand, Polk Bros Park Performance Lawn, City … [Read more...] about Free fitness classes at Navy Pier

Play Starbucks Match Two Promotion to earn free stars

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Play Starbucks Match Two Promotion to earn free stars.  Starbucks has released a new game. You have a board and you receive stars for making specific purchases.  There doesn't appear to be a way to play for free like in prior years.  I won't be participating!  You must be a Starbucks Rewards member … [Read more...] about Play Starbucks Match Two Promotion to earn free stars

Free Rush Hour Summer Concert Series

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Free Rush Hour Summer Concert Series When:  Every Tuesday from June 4-through August 13, 2019, Refreshments and preconcert discussion at 5:00pm, 30-minute concerts start at 5:45pm-6:15pm Where:  St. James Cathedral, 65 East Huron (at Wabash) About Rush Hour Concerts Rush Hour Concerts … [Read more...] about Free Rush Hour Summer Concert Series

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Metra Kids Ride Free All Summer

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Metra Kids Ride Free All Summer. From May 25-September 2, 2019 up to three children age 11 and under will be able to ride for free with each fare-paying adult. $10 Weekend Pass Don't forget to take advantage of Metra's unlimited ride $10 Weekend Pass. The $10 Weekend Pass allows unlimited rides on … [Read more...] about Metra Kids Ride Free All Summer

Free movies at Millennium Park

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Free movies at Millennium Park. Watch a movie al fresco and for free every Tuesday during the Millennium Park Summer Film Series. When: Tuesdays, June 4 - August 20, 2019,  6:30pm, except on July 9 at 11am. Where:  Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph St. Millennium Park … [Read more...] about Free movies at Millennium Park

Free Pilsen Community Market

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Free Pilsen Community Market When:  Sunday, May 26-October 27, 2019 10:00 am – 3:30 pm Where:  Plaza Tenochtitlán, 1820 S. Blue Island Admission is free.  Contributions are welcome.  The market is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation so contributions are tax deductible. Taking place in … [Read more...] about Free Pilsen Community Market

Green City Market West Loop

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Green City Market West Loop When: Saturday June 1–October 26, 2019 8am–1pm. Where: Mary Bartelme Park, 115 S. Sangamon St. Vendors attending are drawn from the vendor list at the mothership Green City in Lincoln Park. Parking Street parking is available in the immediate area surrounding … [Read more...] about Green City Market West Loop

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