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Harold Washington Library Free Genealogy Workshops

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Harold Washington Library Free Genealogy Workshops The Harold Washington Library Center offers an ongoing History and Genealogy series of workshops and lectures to help people research their family history. Where:  Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State Street, (312) 747-4300. Always call to … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free Genealogy Workshops

Harold Washington Library Free Author Lecture Series

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Harold Washington Library Free Author Lecture Series. Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 312-747-4300. Most events are in the Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, Lower Level.  Schedule subject to change or cancellation. Always call to confirm or check the CPL website. … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free Author Lecture Series

Free and cheap things to do around Chicago Spring Break 2019

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Free and cheap things to do around Chicago Spring Break 2019.  Chicago Public Schools are on Spring Break from Saturday, April 13 through Sunday, April 21, 2019. You can find Always free and cheap things to do with kids in Chicago here. To keep up with the latest news on deals, discounts and free … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do around Chicago Spring Break 2019

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Harold Washington Library Free Business, Law and Money lecture series

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Harold Washington Library free Business, Law and Money lecture series. The Chicago Public Library's FREE Business, Law and Money lecture series continues with the following events: Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, (312) 747-4300. Event subject to cancellation … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free Business, Law and Money lecture series

Free movies Harold Washington Library

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Free movies Harold Washington Library.  As part of the Chicago Public Library's Art, Movies and Performances series the Harold Washington Library is screening the following movies: Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, Cindy Pritzker Auditorium or Video Library, Lower … [Read more...] about Free movies Harold Washington Library

Free Chicago Loop Walking Tours

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Free Chicago Loop Walking Tours. Where: Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State Street, (312) 747-4300. This tour is led by urbanologist Max Grinnell. Rain or shine! Walking Tour: Transit Time in the Loop Friday, April 5, 2019 (1:00PM – 2:00PM) Along with the El, the Loop has been a … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Loop Walking Tours

Free North Pond Nature Sanctuary Bird Walks

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Free North Pond Nature Sanctuary Bird Walks. Even if you're not a bird watcher give it a try.  You'll be surprised at the variety of birds around Chicago.  It's a great excuse to get outdoors and enjoy nature.  The Chicago Ornithological Society (COS) holds bird walks around North Pond on most … [Read more...] about Free North Pond Nature Sanctuary Bird Walks

Volunteer gardening at North Pond Nature Sanctuary

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Volunteer gardening at North Pond Nature Sanctuary. Where:  North Pond Nature Sanctuary, 2610 N Cannon Dr. Register here Contact Aaron Hammond for more information. When:  See dates below. 10:00AM-12:00PM Help the Lincoln Park Conservancy restore and maintain the North Pond Nature … [Read more...] about Volunteer gardening at North Pond Nature Sanctuary

City of Chicago: Free Business Education Workshops

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City of Chicago: Free Business Education Workshops. The City of Chicago, Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, (BACP) offers FREE business workshops every Wednesday and Friday at City Hall Located at 121 N. LaSalle St., Room 805 unless indicated otherwise. You can register … [Read more...] about City of Chicago: Free Business Education Workshops

Regal Cinema Value Days

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Regal Cinema Value Days. Regal is now offering Regal Crown Club Value Days. At select theatre locations, Regal Crown Club members enjoy discounted movie ticket prices.  You must be a member of its Regal Crown Club to receive the economy price. See how to join for free below. Terms & … [Read more...] about Regal Cinema Value Days

Discount tickets One of a Kind Show and Sale

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Discount tickets One of a Kind Show and Sale. If you're looking for some unique gifts for yourself, your home or someone else you should consider attending the One of a Kind Show and Sale. When:  April 26-28, 2019.  Thurs-Friday 11a-8p, Saturday 10a-7p and Sunday 10a-5p. Where:  Merchandise … [Read more...] about Discount tickets One of a Kind Show and Sale

Free Wildflower Walks at North Pond Nature Sanctuary

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Free Wildflower Walks at North Pond Nature Sanctuary. Where:  North Pond Nature Sanctuary, 2610 N Cannon Dr. When:  May 18, June 15, July 20, August 24, September 21, October 5, 2019, 10AM 45-to-60 minute walks. Registration required. Please contact ahammond@lincolnparkconservancy.org for more … [Read more...] about Free Wildflower Walks at North Pond Nature Sanctuary

Free Wildflower Walks at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool

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Free Wildflower Walks at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool Where:  Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, 225 W Fullerton Pkwy When:  May 11, June 8, July 6, August 3, September 14, October 12, 2019.  10AM 45-to-60 minute walks. Registration required. Please contact ahammond@lincolnparkconservancy.org for more … [Read more...] about Free Wildflower Walks at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool

Discount tickets to Arlington Million

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Discount tickets to Arlington Million Arlington International Racecourse, 2200 W. Euclid  Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL   847-385-7500 Getting there Arlington Park is an easy train ride from downtown. Take the Metra Union Pacific Northwest line with a $10 weekend pass good for unlimited Metra … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Arlington Million

Join Lyfe Kitchen Rewards Get $10-$20 free

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Join Lyfe Kitchen Rewards, use my code CAROLC2099 and get a free Margherita flatbread (retail value $9.50). COTC note:  I had a couple friends test my code and they reported receiving a free flatbread and 100 points (worth $10). YMMV. FYI When I placed my order for the free flatbread in app it … [Read more...] about Join Lyfe Kitchen Rewards Get $10-$20 free

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